This podcast episode follows the artistic journey of Daniel Shadbolt, an English painter inspired by the French tradition of atmospheric color painting. Shadbolt's work encompasses various subjects, including figurative painting, portraiture, still life, and landscape, each with a distinctive style. The episode explores the challenges and rewards of balancing teaching and personal artistic practice, the transformative and meditative nature of painting, the significance of studying other artists, the interplay between plein air painting and studio work, and the creative process in painting. It also discusses the evolution of painting, the complex nature of success, and Shadbolt's upcoming exhibition. Overall, it provides insights into Shadbolt's artistic experiences, techniques, and inspirations.