Episode #9
Ep. 9 - Jessica Metz: Textured Oil Florals, Vintage Botanicals & Healing Through Art
In this episode of "Oh, For the Love of Art!", host Sam sits down with Madison, Mississippi oil painter Jessica Metz (In Bloom Art and Designs) for a rich conversation about creativity, faith, and the healing power of making art. Jessica shares how she began painting during COVID as a way to process anxiety and depression, discovering that the physical act of layering oil paint, oil sticks, pastels, and cold wax became a deeply healing practice. She talks about her love of highly textured floral work, recent experiments with landscapes and clouds, and vintage French pressed botanicals from the 1950s. We dig into: - Why florals feel like a metaphor for being rooted in the Lord - Building a body of work without formal art school training - The realities of applying to art shows (website she uses, learning process of which venues actually sell) - Framing choices and vintage frames - Oh, that pricing and commissions... - Practical advice for artists: stay in your lane, create what you love, and trust the right doors will open Jessica is refreshingly honest about the wins, the flops (including a Christmas market next to pickles), and the quiet confidence that comes from making work she truly loves. Find Jessica: Website: inbloomartanddesigns.com Instagram: @inbloomartanddesigns Catch her at the Loyola Art Show in Mobile this August (her third year!). Whether you’re an artist navigating the business side, someone who finds healing in creating, or simply love textured, soulful oil paintings, this conversation is full of encouragement and real talk. Listen, subscribe, and share if this episode resonates with you.
