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Second Time’s the Charm

Lauren Panepinto

Alright, I've been avoiding writing this post because it's going to be some tough love. But I was just at IlluXcon this past weekend, and I had a few good conversations that came up around this topic, so I want to get it down in words so more folks can see it. And if doing portfolio reviews for 20 years has taught me anything, it's that if a topic comes up over and over again,…

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Conversations with Artists: Christopher Remmers

Lisa Cyr

October 15, 2025 - [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="1630"] Annicha by Christopher Remmers[/caption] Conversations with Artists is an ongoing series that I am doing for Muddy Colors. This month, I was able to have an insightful conversation with classically trained oil painter, educator and entrepreneur Christopher Remmers. We talked about his unique approach to ideation and development, creating preparatory studies, painting on an epic scale and storytelling through personal myth and immersive experiences. Check out our conversation and studio visit below: [embed]https://youtu.be/ChFKi4P3-5E?feature=shared[/embed]     [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="1594"] Sentinel by Christopher Remmers[/caption]   [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="2500"] Light Within by Christopher Remmers[/caption]   [embed]https://youtu.be/-Va0Y-IxNvI?feature=shared[/embed] Resource Links (as mentioned in the interview): Animas Valley Institute (founded in 1980 by Bill Plotkin) offers journeys into the mysteries of nature and the psyche. Artefex Oil Panels: custom ACM panels for artists Conscious Creativity:…

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