Summary: I’m delighted to bring you another episode of the Adventures in Arting Podcast! Today we’re talking to Mary Beth Shaw.<br> <a class="asset-img-link" href="http://balzerdesigns.typepad.com/.a/6a00d8341c766153ef01a73df66d2c970d-popup"></a><br> Mary Beth Shaw worked in the insurance industry for 18 years before she quit her job in 2000 to re-ignite a childhood love of art. She is now a full time painter and internationally known workshop instructor.<br> <a class="asset-img-link" href="http://balzerdesigns.typepad.com/.a/6a00d8341c766153ef01a511eb2af2970c-popup"></a><br> Her creative process is largely self taught, spontaneous and joyful. She is author of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1440303177/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1440303177&linkCode=as2&tag=balzdesi-20&linkId=76TMWDZLFDAO3ZI2" target="_self">Flavor for Mixed Media</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1440330174/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1440330174&linkCode=as2&tag=balzdesi-20&linkId=224FBE7A27LLFXBJ" target="_self">Stencil Girl</a>, both published by F&W and is also a columnist for <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KZ71J62/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00KZ71J62&linkCode=as2&tag=balzdesi-20&linkId=HYV5LHICXS2CQR6X" target="_self">Somerset Studios Magazine</a>.<br> <a class="asset-img-link" href="http://balzerdesigns.typepad.com/.a/6a00d8341c766153ef01a511eb2b04970c-popup"></a><br> In 2010, Mary Beth had some of her hand-cut stencils designs manufactured and before she knew it <a href="http://www.stencilgirlproducts.com/Default.asp" target="_self">StencilGirl Products</a> was born. Her company has quickly grown into a respected supplier of high quality stencils for all media.<br> <a class="asset-img-link" href="http://balzerdesigns.typepad.com/.a/6a00d8341c766153ef01a511eb2b23970c-popup"></a><br> Living with her husband and three cats, Mary Beth is passionate about every moment of life.<br> <a class="asset-img-link" href="http://balzerdesigns.typepad.com/.a/6a00d8341c766153ef01a511eb2b36970c-popup"></a><br> Find Mary Beth online:<br> <br> * <a style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" href="http://www.stencilgirlproducts.com/Default.asp" target="_blank">http://www.stencilgirlproducts.com/Default.asp</a><br> * <a style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" href="http://www.mbshaw.com/" target="_blank">http://www.mbshaw.com/</a><br> * <a href="http://mbshaw.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">http://mbshaw.blogspot.com/</a><br> * Webinars and DVDs may be purchased <a href="http://www.northlightshop.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=mary+beth+shaw" target="_blank">HERE</a><br> <br> On the podcast we discuss fake eyelashes, encaustic, creating abstract art, having a studio outside of your home, and the genesis of Stencil Girl Products. As always, it’s a good time with lots of laughter and thought-provoking conversation!<br> Be sure to leave us your comments and questions. I always like to know what’s on your mind. Thanks for stopping by!<br> Find the show on iTunes <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/adventures-in-arting-podcast/id561813081#" target="_self">here</a>.<br>
