Anna Gibbs discusses her journey as an artist, including her upbringing in a creative household, her academic pursuits, and her eventual gravitation towards art. She delves into the balance between her artistic inclinations and her academic interests, leading her to study philosophy, politics, and economics at university while nurturing her passion for art. The conversation also touches on the intersection of philosophy and art in her life, her experience with mental health, and her transition to a career as a full-time artist. Anna's move to New Zealand and her exploration of oil painting are highlighted, along with her approach to digital art. The discussion also addresses the challenges of pursuing art professionally, including the role of social media and the need for validation in the artist's journey. Anna’s About page Kant Aesthetics and Teleology Immanuel Kant (Wikipedia) Golden GAC 100 Gilding Copper patina Viridian green DaVinci micro nova Liquin Golden Archival Mineral Acrylic Varnish (gloss) Tui Kereru Kakapo Heron Blind contour drawing ===== How to reach Anna Gibbs ===== Website annagibbsart.com  Instagram@annagibbsart ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== MikeHendley.com  YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@MikeHendleyArt/ Instagram @Mike_Hendley  Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== You can find my newsletter and support me on Substack Buy Me a Coffee if you like the show or my work Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/