Beth-Ann Wilson, a talented fine art oil painter, is the owner of Night Owl Gallery, an intimate artist-run exhibition space that showcases her expressive portraiture and natural landscapes inspired by urban life and her travels. As an entrepreneur and community activist, Wilson's gallery also features curated goods from local artists and craftsmen, offering unique and one-of-a-kind gifts, hand-crafted jewelry, home decor items, and vintage treasures. Night Owl Gallery is not only a haven for art lovers but also a place for community engagement, hosting art and crafting workshops throughout the year and participating in various community events. Whether in person or online, Wilson invites art enthusiasts to join the vibrant and creative atmosphere of Night Owl Gallery.In the following discussion:Embark on a thought-provoking discussion about the shifting landscape of the art world, where we explore how artists are navigating new avenues beyond traditional galleries to present and sell their work.Join us as we delve into the innovative realm of art presentation, from coffee shops to corporate offices, and uncover the unique opportunities these alternative spaces provide for artists to connect with diverse audiences.Tune in to a valuable conversation offering insights into the art submission process, where we unravel the importance of adhering to gallery guidelines and strategically aligning your work with their artistic vision and ongoing exhibitions.Explore the resilience and determination of artists as we shed light on overcoming rejection and adversity, inspiring a candid dialogue on how to persevere, evolve, and continue sharing your artistic journey with the world.Beth-Ann Wilson, owner of Night Owl Gallery, shares her journey as an artist and gallery owner. She discusses her background in painting and how she transitioned from working in the world of decorative painting to opening her own gallery. Beth-Ann talks about the inspiration behind her artwork, particularly her love for painting portraits and her fascination with street art. She also discusses the importance of embracing femininity in her work. Beth-Ann shares her dream project of creating an artist retreat bed and breakfast where people can immerse themselves in the arts. She offers advice to emerging artists on getting their work into galleries, emphasizing the changing landscape of the art world and the importance of alternative spaces.🎧🌟 Don't forget to rate and review this episode to support the best in podcasting! 🌟🎧 Host: Rob LeeMusic: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis. Production:Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel AlexisEdited by Daniel AlexisShow Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and TransistorPhotos:Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.Support the podcast The Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.orgThe Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.socialThe Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=enThe Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/The Truth In This Art Podcast Shop: Merch from Redbubble ★ Support this podcast ★