In this episode, Amy interviews Corinne Bauer, an artist in Maui known for her detailed miniature landscape paintings. Corinne discusses her transition from interior design to creating tiny art during the COVID-19 pandemic. She also emphasizes the importance of creativity and sharing art, highlighting how her pieces bring joy and a piece of paradise to their owners.
From Amy:
I am so ridiculously proud of my latest podcast episode with Corinne Bauer of Tiny Art Maui.
And I really hope you will listen to it. Everything about this conversation and how it came to be is unexpected. I met Corinne at an art show in a Hawaiian hotel lobby. But when I talk about Shiny Objects and allowing myself to play freely in their presence, this is what I’m talking about.
On the surface I was drawn to Corinne’s delightful Tiny Art Maui display because, as she herself says, it’s so stinking cute. And because I couldn’t ignore the synchronicity with my book Tiny Altars, which includes framed dollhouse art in its opening chapter. So I indulged my fascination and asked her about her dainty landscapes and frames and how they came to be. That's the draw of Shiny Objects.
But underneath that whimsical façade that allowed us to connect, we quickly discovered the powerful foundational beliefs that Corinne and I both share as Gen X women who came to our artistry later in life. Namely that art is absolutely necessary for our humanity. That we are so much more creative than we give ourselves credit for being. And that we absolutely get to claim our gifts.
So just as Corinne came to believe that the world needs Tiny Art Maui, I believe that the world needs to hear this gorgeous, candid, spontaneous podcast conversation. En-JOY.
Love, Amy
PS—The TED Talk Corinne references in our conversation is HERE.
With a steady hand and an eye for intricate detail, watercolor artist, Corinne Bauer creates captivating miniature paintings that invite viewers into tiny worlds of wonder. Each piece, often smaller than a matchbox, celebrates light, color, and the power of special moments captured in time. Based on Maui, Corinne draws endless inspiration from the island’s vibrant landscapes, tranquil seascapes, and lush flora. Her process involves using brushes as fine as a needle and holding her breath to achieve extraordinary precision in every stroke. These tiny masterpieces invite the viewer to slow down, lean in, and immerse themselves in the infinite beauty of Hawaii’s natural world. Corinne’s work has been featured in galleries, artist showcases, and private collections.
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