<p>In this episode of the Show Up or Shut Up podcast, host Wendy Solganik interviews contemporary mixed media artist Wendy Shragg. Wendy shares her artistic journey from Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota, discussing her vibrant fine art collage work, color theory, and experiences in design. She recalls childhood influences, including her family&#39;s creative environment and early artistic endeavors. Wendy also talks about her diverse careers ranging from makeup artistry to travel consulting, and how she ultimately embraced her passion for art. The conversation delves into her love for gel printing, collage, and her innovative mixed media projects that combine personal and meaningful elements into fine art. Wendy also shares her experience with digital art on Procreate and her participation in Fodder School 5, where she will be teaching a comprehensive project on creating large-scale fine art pieces. Listeners can expect a deep dive into Wendy’s creative process, her views on social media&#39;s role in the art world, and her future projects.</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest</p><p>02:34 Wendy Shragg&#39;s Artistic Journey Begins</p><p>03:21 Childhood Influences and Early Art Experiences</p><p>09:16 High School and College Art Education</p><p>21:09 Post-College Career and Creative Ventures</p><p>42:19 Crafting Beginnings and Jewelry Making</p><p>42:44 Transition to Interior Decorative Painting</p><p>43:21 Becoming an Aesthetician</p><p>44:33 Exploring Intuitive Painting</p><p>45:29 Creating Imaginary Creatures</p><p>49:07 Pursuing Art Full-Time</p><p>53:01 Navigating the Art World and Social Media</p><p>56:58 Joining Art Co-ops and Community</p><p>01:00:36 Teaching and Gel Printing</p><p>01:20:18 Digital Art and Procreate</p><p>01:25:42 Conclusion and Future Plans</p>