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New Visionary Podcast
Hosted by Visionary Art Collective · EN
New Visionary is a podcast for artists and creative entrepreneurs, featuring conversations with some of the most inspirational visionaries in today’s art world. Hosted by Victoria J. Fry, founder of Visionary Art Collective and New Visionary Magazine.
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Artists, Let's Talk About Studio Visits – How to Prepare, Show Up & Follow Up
Feb 1200:31:59Tap to summarizeVictoria shares grounded advice on studio visits, offering guidance on how to prepare your space, what kinds of work to show, how to navigate dialogue and silence, and why presence and generosity matter more than perfection. The episode also touches on easing into the year with grace and viewing studio visits as opportunities for connection, feedback, and long-term relationship building.To learn more about Victoria's 1:1 Mentorship Program, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/mentorshipTo register for Victoria's upcoming webinar at Salmagundi, visit:https://salmagundi.org/2026-from-studio-to-gallery/To learn more about The Visionary Community, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/visionary-community-enrollVictoria J. Fry is a New York City–based painter, educator, curator, and founder of Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine, and Warnes Contemporary. She has supported thousands of artists through exhibitions, publications, and mentorship.Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagNewsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
Transcribe →February 2026 Updates: Visionary Art Collective, Warnes Contemporary & New Visionary Magazine
Feb 200:12:21Tap to summarizeVictoria shares what’s coming up at Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine, and Warnes Contemporary. She discusses reviewing applications for her 1:1 Mentorship Program beginning in March, announces a February webinar with the Salmagundi Club on what curators and gallery directors look for, and shares updates on Femina, the gallery’s first all-women group exhibition of 2026. Victoria also notes that enrollment is open for The Visionary Community, that Warnes Contemporary will return to the Affordable Art Fair this March, and notes the shift of New Visionary Magazine to a biannual publication schedule, reflecting a more intentional and sustainable approach to growth.To learn more about Victoria's 1:1 Mentorship Program, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/mentorshipTo register for Victoria's upcoming webinar at Salmagundi, visit:https://salmagundi.org/2026-from-studio-to-gallery/To learn more about The Visionary Community, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/visionary-community-enrollVictoria J. Fry is a New York City–based painter, educator, curator, and founder of Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine, and Warnes Contemporary. She has supported hundreds of artists through exhibitions, publications, and mentorship.Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagNewsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
Transcribe →Why Staying With Your Practice Matters (Even When it Feels Hard)
Jan 2900:20:34Tap to summarizeIn this solo episode, Victoria explores what it means to stay in relationship with your creative practice, especially during imperfect or inconsistent seasons. She reflects on her January drawing challenge, reframing missed days not as failure but as an invitation to practice persistence, forgiveness, and trust. Rather than focusing on productivity or perfection, this episode emphasizes returning to the work, honoring natural rhythms, and recognizing that simply showing up, even when nothing visible happens, is an essential act of devotion to a sustainable art practice.To learn more about Victoria's 1:1 Mentorship Program, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/mentorshipTo learn more about The Visionary Community, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/visionary-community-enrollVictoria J. Fry is a New York City–based painter, educator, curator, and founder of Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine, and Warnes Contemporary. She has supported hundreds of artists through exhibitions, publications, and mentorship.Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagNewsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
Transcribe →Protecting Your Energy: Sustainability, Focus & Creative Longevity as an Artist with Sergio Gomez
Jan 2201:04:45Tap to summarizeArtist, curator, educator, and founder of The Art Is the Next Level, Sergio Gomez joins Victoria for a candid conversation about sustainability, boundaries, and staying grounded in an increasingly distracted world. Together, they reflect on how intentional routines, self-awareness, and thoughtful decision-making can help artists avoid burnout while continuing to grow creatively and professionally.Here’s what we discuss:How morning routines and grounding practices create a buffer against overwhelm, and why they need to be personal, flexible, and enjoyableNavigating distraction, digital fatigue, and the constant pull away from creative work in a screen-driven cultureThe power of intentional boundaries, including Sergio’s “add and subtract” rule for protecting time and energyReframing success through self-reflection, accountability, and aligning daily choices with the highest version of yourselfAbout Sergio-Sergio Gomez is a visual artist, gallery director, author, and podcast host known for his large-scale figurative abstraction paintings and charcoal drawings that explore the cycles of life. Based in South Florida after years in Chicago, his work has been featured in over 45 solo exhibitions across the U.S. and internationally in museums in Romania, Italy, Mexico, and Vienna, as well as in over 150 group exhibitions worldwide. He is the Director of Exhibitions at the Zhou B Art Center and founder of 33 Contemporary Gallery, curating over 100 exhibitions, including the renowned National Wet Paint MFA and National Self Portrait Annual. Sergio co-founded Art NXT Level®, a coaching platform for artists, and hosts the popular Art NXT Level podcast with 375+ episodes. As co-author of Crush Self-Sabotage and Live Fully!, he empowers artists to build sustainable careers.Website: sergiogomezonline.comIG: @sergiogomezartVisit our website: visionaryartcollective.comFollow us on Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagJoin our newsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
Transcribe →Building a Gallery Through Vision, Community & Purpose with Jonathan Carver Moore
Jan 1500:44:41Tap to summarizeJonathan Carver Moore joins Victoria to share his journey into the art world and the founding of Jonathan Carver Moore Gallery in San Francisco, a space dedicated to championing BIPOC and LGBTQ+ artists through a Black queer lens. Jonathan reflects on how early museum visits shaped his love of art, how community and curating organically led him toward gallery ownership, and the pivotal impact of encountering Zanele Muholi’s work during a time of personal and global transformation. Together, Victoria and Jonathan discuss building inclusive art spaces, the power of community-driven programming, and why sometimes the most meaningful opportunities come from simply asking.Key Topics –Jonathan’s path from nonprofit work to gallery ownership and the moments that clarified his curatorial vision.Creating an inclusive gallery in the Tenderloin and building community through artist talks, open houses, and a robust Artist in Residence program.Art fairs as relationship-building and marketing, the value of smaller fairs, and why long-term connections matter as much as immediate sales.About Jonathan –Jonathan Carver Moore is the founder of Jonathan Carver Moore Gallery in San Francisco, a contemporary gallery dedicated to championing BIPOC and LGBTQ+ artists through a Black queer lens. Through exhibitions, community programming, and an Artist in Residence initiative, he creates space for storytelling, representation, and connection, while supporting artists in building visibility and sustainable careers.Website: jonathancarvermoore.comIG: @jonathancarvermooreVisit our website: visionaryartcollective.comFollow us on Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagJoin our newsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
Transcribe →Returning to the Studio with Clarity & Building Momentum
Jan 800:29:26Tap to summarizeIn the first episode of 2026, Victoria reflects on easing back into work after the holidays and the role of routine, patience, and self-trust in rebuilding creative momentum. She shares openly about returning to the studio after time away and how honoring both rest and structure supports a sustainable art practice.Victoria discusses her January drawing challenge and the powerful impact daily, low-pressure drawing has on reconnecting with flow, releasing perfectionism, and sharpening technical skills. She emphasizes the value of prioritizing studio practice before career goals, encouraging artists to reflect on what they want to make, revisit, pause, or explore this year. This episode invites artists to begin the year by grounding themselves in practice, curiosity, and alignment, trusting that clarity and momentum grow from consistent, intentional presence.To learn more about Victoria's 1:1 Mentorship Program, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/mentorshipTo learn more about The Visionary Community, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/visionary-community-enrollVictoria J. Fry is a New York City–based painter, educator, curator, and founder of Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine, and Warnes Contemporary. She has supported hundreds of artists through exhibitions, publications, and mentorship.Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagNewsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
Transcribe →Artists, You Deserve to Take up Space! How to Share Your Work with Confidence
Jul 11, 202500:29:30Tap to summarizeAs we wrap up Season 2, Victoria reflects on the power of self-promotion and why showing up for your work, especially on social media, is a vital part of building a sustainable art career. If you’ve ever struggled to share your wins or felt hesitant about promoting your work, this episode offers honest insight and empowering encouragement.Victoria also shares news about her very first pre-recorded workshop, now available as a self-paced course: ✨ Artist Statement & Bio WorkshopTo learn more about working with Victoria, visit: visionaryartcollective.com/mentorshipInstagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymag Newsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
Transcribe →The Art of Manifestation: Inside Issue 14 with Marina Press Granger
Jun 24, 202501:18:24Tap to summarizeCurator, consultant, and founder of The Artist Advisory™, Marina Press Granger joins us on the podcast to celebrate Issue 14 of New Visionary Magazine, which she curated. In this inspiring and expansive conversation, we dive into the topic of manifestation—specifically how artists can use it as a tool to align with their dreams and creative visions. Marina and I share how we’ve each used manifestation in our lives and careers to call in clarity, courage, and major milestones, and we offer practical, grounded advice for artists looking to do the same.Here’s what we discuss:How to use manifestation as a tool for creative alignmentCommon myths about manifesting—and how to approach it with intentionThe relationship between mindset, clarity, and momentumHow Marina and I have each used manifesting to bring our visions to lifeHow artists can call in dream opportunities from a place of inner trustAbout Marina Marina Press Granger is the founder of The Artist Advisory™, a New York City-based consulting firm offering career guidance to visual artists, galleries, and art-minded businesses. With nearly 15 years of experience working in NYC galleries and museums, Marina has curated numerous gallery exhibitions and art fair booths. She holds a BA and MA in Art History and uniquely incorporates the Principles of Classical Chinese Feng Shui into her work to support the success of her clients.Marina’s work has been featured in Forbes, The Art Gorgeous, The Art Zealous, Time Out New York, and more. She was born in Kyiv, Ukraine, and has lived in New York since 1991. Her intention for this issue is to spotlight the power of creativity to shape not only artwork—but also our lives and futures.Website: theartistadvisory.com IG: @theartistadvisoryVisit our website: visionaryartcollective.com Follow us on Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymag Join our newsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
Transcribe →The Sacred Condition of Being: An Artistic Journey with Kasia Muzyka
Jun 6, 202500:42:19Tap to summarizeMinneapolis-based painter Kasia Muzyka returns to the podcast to share the evolution of her practice and her upcoming solo exhibition in New York City, The Sacred Condition of Being. In this deeply reflective conversation, we explore the role of vulnerability in the creative process, the transformational power of painting, and how art invites us to embrace discomfort and deeper connection. Kasia opens up about the intuitive and excavational nature of her process, the culmination of two decades of inner work, and how creativity becomes a sacred act of becoming.Here’s what we discuss:The emotional and spiritual excavation behind The Sacred Condition of BeingHow vulnerability and authenticity strengthen our work and relationshipsThe creative process as a space for transformation and healingEmbracing discomfort and uncertainty as essential to artistic growthThe intersection of mysticism, philosophy, and the feminine in Kasia’s workAbout Kasia Kasia Muzyka is a Polish-American artist based in Minneapolis, MN. Her work explores mysticism, human nature, and transcendental philosophy through layered visual narratives that examine perception, the unseen, and the sacred. Her paintings often center on the feminine as a spiritual portal, inviting viewers into profound inner dialogue.Muzyka has exhibited both nationally and internationally, including Inner Explorations at Gal Art (Minneapolis) and her forthcoming NYC solo show The Sacred Condition of Being. Her work has been featured in Vanity Fair, Voyage Minnesota, Arts to Hearts, New Visionary Magazine, and more.Website: kasiamuzyka.com IG: @kasiamuzykaVisit our website: visionaryartcollective.com Follow us on Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymag Join our newsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
Transcribe →Artists, You Deserve to Make Money from Your Art—What’s Holding You Back?
May 23, 202500:35:14Tap to summarizeVictoria dives deep into the emotional layers of money mindset—and how the stories we carry about money are often formed in childhood. Through personal reflection and lived experience, she explores what it means to feel deserving of financial success and how somatic capacity (our nervous system's ability to receive and hold more) plays a powerful role in how we show up for our art careers.This episode is a vulnerable, honest look at the challenges many artists face when it comes to pricing their work, investing in education, and expanding their sense of what's possible. If you've ever felt guilt, fear, or confusion around money, this episode is an invitation to rewrite the narrative—and to remember that you’re allowed to hold more.To learn more about working with Victoria, visit visionaryartcollective.com/mentorshipVictoria J. Fry is a New York City-based painter, educator, curator, and founder of Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine, and Warnes Contemporary. She has supported hundreds of artists through exhibitions, publications, and mentorship.Website: visionaryartcollective.com Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymag Newsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
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