Known for their down-to-earth conversations, each week, artist Laura Horn and husband, Richie, share their experience of making art, running a business, and juggling family life. Join them as they talk about the hot topics facing artists today. From finding your style to navigating social media, this podcast is packed with relatable stories and practical strategies to help you grow as an artist.
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160. How to Find Your Creative Flow Again After a Break
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Breaks are wonderful and necessary, but they can also make it hard to get back into your artistic groove. This week, Richie and I discuss this challenge and offer practical guidance and encouragement to help you turn your creative drought into a fresh, exciting chapter. Discover the importance of taking that first step, embracing risk-taking, optim…
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159. Nostalgic Musings: Rediscovering the Joy of Being an Artist
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Is it nostalgia? Maybe I've got those rose-tinted glasses on again. Do you ever get the feeling that being an artist was more enjoyable before? Is all this pressure to do more and be on multiple social media platforms accumulating, taking away the joy of making art? Join me and Richie as we delve into these questions and explore how I am combating …
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158. How Becoming More Relaxed Improves Art & Life (Season Finale)
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Today, we re-explore the main theme of this podcast’s season: “relaxation” and how valuing more R&R has improved our art practice, creative business, and well-being. We also answer your questions relating to this season and set a realistic break and return date for the continuation of the podcast. As we head into this short break, we wanted to say …
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157. 7 Mistakes to Avoid When Making Reels and What To Do Instead
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What's your relationship with reels at the moment? Many artists feel the frustration of spending endless hours on editing apps, searching for the perfect audio, and condensing messages into mere seconds. Both Richie and I have struggled with this, but we've had some breakthroughs recently and learned a lot about what not to do! Curious about our ta…
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156. Pinterest Mini Training: Get More Eyes on Your Creative Work!
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Are you missing out on the benefits of Pinterest? In the art world, Pinterest often flies under the radar compared to Instagram, yet it's a powerhouse for art-related content. Over half of my social media website traffic comes from Pinterest, where people discover my art, podcasts, classes, YouTube channel, and blog posts. And yet, I spend as littl…
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155. Where Do You Feel the Most Friction in Your Creative Process?
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When it comes to your creative process, what feels hard? Is it getting started on a new project? Or perhaps it's that final 10%, like varnishing and finishing a painting. Or is sharing your art with the world a stumbling block? We all have different friction points that need attention. Talking it out can really help, so come join us as we put our h…
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154. Old Art: Should You Keep, Transform, or Set Free?
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If you've been on this artistic journey for a while, chances are you've accumulated your fair share of artwork. From quick studies to finished pieces that feel a bit so-so, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with all the stuff! Should you keep everything, or are there benefits to clearing the clutter and creating space for new ideas? And what about reinv…
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153. Making Time for Art and Protecting Your Creative Energy!
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If there's one episode to tune into this season, it's this one. Today, we're tackling the challenge of finding time to paint when life gets hectic and competing demands, whether they be business admin, work commitments, or family responsibilities, leave you frustrated. Perhaps it feels like putting paint on paper is a distant dream. If that resonat…
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152. Creative Crossroads: Navigating Changes in Your Art Style and Focus
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What happens when you've developed an art style but you're not feeling it anymore? Or maybe you’ve focused on teaching art, but now you want to teach the business side of art. The desire to change is there, but concerns about losing followers, letting people down, or struggling financially hold you back. These worries are valid, but there are also …
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151. Should You Share Your Art Process Online? Exploring the Pros and Cons
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There’s no denying the popularity of art process videos on social media, and offering classes can be a wonderful way to generate income as an artist. However, it's not all roses. From the issue of being copied to dedicating substantial time to editing and administration, there's a lot to consider when sharing your creative process. Today, we dive i…
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150. Aim to Be Average! The Hidden Benefits of Mediocre Days
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The beginning of the year is a time when many of us set big goals, but is this the best approach? Or are we setting ourselves up for failure? Whether you're creating art, launching a podcast, or making a film, not everything is going to hit the mark. Mediocre days are part of the journey. So with that in mind, could the answer lie in 'aiming to be …
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149. Does the Perfect Art Studio Exist? (We're back with a new podcast season!)
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Exciting news! We're back podcasting, and we're coming to you from our new studio! Join us as we reflect on the various creative spaces we've had, dive into the pros and cons of home vs. external studios, and share our thoughts on what makes for a positive studio environment. Visit my resources page for more details on my classes, YouTube videos, f…
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148. Establishing a Weekly Creative Schedule. A Game-Changer for Artists!
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Life sure is hectic, isn’t it?? Between work, hobbies, children, and all of the other aspects that make up life as a whole, it can be hard to maintain consistency, clarity, and structure. In this podcast episode, you will hear how I schedule my week as an artist, business owner, and parent. The goal here is to give you some simple tips and ideas th…
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147. Social Media Struggles: Is Instagram Still the Best App for Artists?
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Instagram: the O.G. photo-sharing social media platform. It was once so beloved by artists, photographers, and day-to-day photo sharers. But now, is it still considered the best social media platform for artists? We are going to dive deep into whether or not that is still the case, or if artists (and other creatives) should be turning towards other…
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146. Making Art Fun Again + Podcast Changes
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I’ve been quiet on social media lately but I have been working on something really important - making art fun again! The studio has had a makeover, new art supplies have been ordered and ALL my sketchbooks are out!! Plus, Richie and I have been having some BIG ol' chats about the future direction of the podcast and art biz in general. With a new ye…
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145. Juggling Art, Business and Family (Q&A Session)
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This week, Richie and I answer your questions. You’ll hear personal stories including how we met, whether we always wanted children and what’s been the hardest part of our journey so far. We also share business tips on areas such as Facebook advertising and getting started with teaching. One thing you’ll notice is that things are always changing. B…
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144. How to Make an Income From Your Art - 5 Key Stages
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Can you still grow on Instagram? Is it worth starting a YouTube Channel? When should you leave your day job? Is your art biz covid-proof? Just a few things that come up in today’s chat about making an income from your art. We have talked about this topic many times but these are our latest thoughts and tips taking into account how the world and soc…
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143. Living a Well Rounded Creative Life
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I wasn’t sure what to call this week’s episode as we chat about so many things. Yoga, social anxiety, the progress I have been making on my paintings, accounting, books, Netflix - it’s a mixed bag! Then it came to me. While I haven’t been painting as much lately, my life has felt rich with creativity. I’ve had time to discover new passions and I ha…
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142. It's Okay To Feel Confused About Your Art
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This week, Richie and I are chatting about creative confusion. Sometimes you can think you have your art figured out and then lo and behold you are back at square one, uncertain about where you are heading and what direction you want to take. I have been experiencing this over the past week or two, so it was good to unpack it with Richie. We talk a…
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141. Showing Up & Embracing Your Personality
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In today’s episode, Richie and I chat about showing up when you don’t feel like it. This topic came about because I really didn’t feel like recording a podcast! We also talk about our very different personalities and how they gel in our business as well as our relationship. It’s a short episode but a good one! I hope you really enjoy it. Find the s…
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140. Starting New Work - Surface Prep, Studio Set-Up and Blank Canvas Jitters!
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Even if you have been painting for years, a new canvas or series can be daunting. This week, Richie and I chat about getting started. This includes surface preparation, studio-set-up and facing the blank canvas (or in my case, wooden boards). While we share tips and ideas for getting prepared and setting up your space, we also talk about the value …
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139. Proactive Ways to Reduce Stress & Tension
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This is a conversation about tea that tastes like dusty flowers, hipsters on YouTube, the lost art of reading books and the wonders of bamboo clothing! It’s a humorous take on a serious topic - stress. Over the past few months, I have been exploring different ways to reduce stress and tension in my daily life. I’ve tried meditation, journaling, rea…
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138. Redefining Success - What We Have Learned
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This week, Richie and I reflect back on the ‘Redefining Success Series’ and share what we have learned. You’ll hear how Richie is incorporating an idea from each interview into his daily routine. Meanwhile, I talk about creating simple self-care habits, shifting my mindset in relation to marketing and feeling ready to try something new in my art. W…
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137. Angela Terris - It's Never Too Late to Pivot and Change Your Path
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This week is the last interview in the 'Redefining Success Series' and I am chatting with UK artist Angela Terris! Angela shares the story of how she moved away from digital art and embraced her childhood dream of becoming a fine artist. The conversation includes wonderful tips for loosening up, making art regularly and finding your own style. We a…
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136. Emmeline Webb - Taking Risks and Building Confidence Along the Way
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Creativity requires risk. It’s a given. There are times when things are going to feel scary. But on the other side of scary, you’ll find GROWTH and CONFIDENCE. My guest today is UK artist, Emmeline Webb. These days, Emmeline works full-time in her studio making vibrant mixed media artworks while her daughter, Maisie, runs her art gallery in Hitchin…
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135. Stefanie Stark - Healthy Ways to Deal with Rejection and Failure
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Stefanie Stark didn’t start creating until later in life, after years and years of wanting to paint. Once she started there was no turning back. It wasn’t long before Stefanie was exhibiting her work in shows, galleries and art fairs across the US and even internationally. In this episode, Stefanie talks about dealing with art rejection, making bad…
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134. Simone Linehan - Letting Go of People-Pleasing and Making Authentic Art
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We spend so much of our lives trying to fit in and make others happy. Often it can leave very little energy or space for our own art. The art that we truly want to make. In this week’s podcast, my guest, Simone Linehan, talks about letting go of people-pleasing and embracing her love of quirky faces even though they aren’t everyone’s cup of tea. We…
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133. Kiala Givehand - Growing a Creative Business That Feeds Your Soul
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When Kiala Givehand launched her first online poetry course, one student signed up. While it wasn’t the result she was hoping for, the relationship she built with that student shaped what was to come. Since then, Kiala has created over 100 courses and helped women all over the world to find what makes them happy. Her work is the culmination of many…
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132. Jenny Grant - The Creative Power of Feelings
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My guest today is Swedish mixed media artist, Jenny Grant. When I reflected back on this conversation, there was one beautiful overarching theme. I can sum it up in one word - FEELINGS! Jenny talks about getting quiet and listening to your inner voice, taking risks and embracing the ugly phase of making art. We also chat about mountain bike riding,…
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131. Leana Fischer - Turning Your Art Practice Into a Sustainable Business
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Leana Fischer discovered her love of painting in 2013 when she left her job as an architect and moved from Virginia to Arkansas. While Leana was in-between jobs she had a bit of time or as Leana calls it ‘white space’. She broke out her watercolour paints and quickly realised that this was what she really wanted to do. In 2014 she opened her online…
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130. Helen Hallows - Valuing Your Work, Wisdom and Well-Being
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This week, the ‘Redefining Success Series’ continues. My Guest is Helen Hallows, a mixed media artist based in the UK. Helen has a deep love of nature and it shows in the way that she uses paint, collage and stitch to capture the essence and mood of a place. In this episode, Helen talks about building creative confidence, using sketchbooks as 'proc…
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129. Christina Kwan - Finding Your Sense of Self as an Artist
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I’ve been itching to share this conversation! Today is the first interview in the ‘Redefining Success Series’ and I am chatting with Atlanta-based artist, Christina Kwan. Christina is well known for her abstract and floral works on paper as well as her large-scale murals. She has recently reached the point where art is her main career. In the episo…
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128. Know Your Limits. Busy vs. Not Busy Enough!
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Running a creative business is a lot like painting, sometimes you have to take things too far to know your limits. This week, Richie and I chat about this and why our 3-week break turned into 3 months. You'll hear our perspectives on burnout as well as the flipside - What happens when you slow down too much and become isolated and disengaged? We al…
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127. Turning Things Around and Tapping Into Positivity
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In this week’s episode, I am sharing a few posts and podcast episodes from other artists that have helped me to get back on track after a bit of a slump in my creative practice. They say a problem shared is a problem halved and I certainly have to agree with that. I’ve been taking a lot of comfort from other artists in the community and I wanted to…
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126. How to Make a Time-Lapse Video
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I'll just make a quick video for Instagram. It'll be easy. 5 hours later and with much cursing, I had nothing. Well actually, I did have some footage of the back of my head and some interesting shadows! If this sounds all too familiar, stay tuned! This week, Richie is taking over the mic and sharing his skills and knowledge as a videographer. Don’t…
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125. Balancing Making Art with Running a Business
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Sometimes the administration side of being an artist takes over to the point where you don’t feel like much of an artist at all! Too many hours behind the computer screen can leave you feeling tired, exhausted and full of self-doubt. When this happens something has to give! This week we chat about making painting a priority again. You’ll hear about…
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124. What Makes an Artist Stand Out From the Crowd?
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Why are some artists so popular? And what about those artists that work really hard doing all the things (posting on social media, sending out newsletters, creating tutorials, exhibiting in galleries …) but barely see any growth in their audience year after year? That’s what we are chatting about this week. To help us answer this question, Richie a…
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123. Richie's Q&A - Making videos, taking photos + coping with Laura!!
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How many cameras do you set up? What type of light do you use for taking photos? How do you cope with Laura? Love that last question!! Just a few of the themes that Richie is diving into this week in his first solo episode. For those of you that don’t know, Richie is my husband and for the past few years, he has been working full-time behind the sc…
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122. Efficiency - How Important is it for Artists?
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How important is it to be efficient as an artist? That’s the question I posted on Instagram yesterday and today we are unpacking your answers. There’s so much to talk about! Does efficiency take away from the magic of the process? Is it different for working artists vs. non-working artists? Can taking a break be the most efficient thing you do? Plu…
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121. Setting Up a Small Art Space + Storage Ideas
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With a bit of creative thinking, even the smallest space can give birth to all kinds of art! Over the years I’ve made art in various corners and spots around the home. Personally, I thought that the kitchen table was very practical. Turns out Richie wasn’t as keen! Since then I have worked in a converted garage, offsite studio and most recently a l…
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120. The Challenge of Creating an Art Challenge!
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In today's podcast, we chat about what it's been like to create our first art challenge and share a few tips and insights from behind the scenes. It hasn't exactly been plain sailing but creative life rarely is. My goodness though, it feels good to push through and be at the stage where we can say that the challenge is live. So what does it take to…
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119. Sketchbook Supplies - Tips and Tools to Get You Started!
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This week on the podcast we are continuing our conversation about sketchbooks! I want to say a big thank you to everyone as we had a huge response to the first part of this sketchbook series. In the first part, we chatted about the mindset side of things and today we are diving into the practical stuff. ⠀ We cover how to choose a sketchbook and tal…
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118. How to Overcome Sketchbook Anxiety
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What if my best work gets stuck here? What if I mess up a spread and ruin the whole journal? Why can’t I stick with a theme? It’s taken me eight years to move past these fears and cultivate a sketchbook practice that not only makes me happy but is also beneficial for my art. This is such a big topic that Richie and I have decided to devote two epis…
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117. Getting Started is the Hardest Part!
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It's not always easy to get back into creative work after a break. You can feel overwhelmed with too many ideas or struggle to even make a mark on the page. Or as you'll hear about in today's episode, you can plan a big studio day and end up going for breakfast, having a hair cut and doing a bit of shopping! It would be fair to say that Richie and …
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116. Sarah Simon (The Mint Gardener) - Recharging Your Soul With Creativity
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How much value do you place on your creative time? Have you set things up in a way that makes it easy to jump right in? If you need some inspiration in this area, you’ll love my guest today. I am chatting with Sarah Simon! Sarah is the designer, artist-illustrator and author at The Mint Gardener. Based in Seattle, Washington, Sarah creates and teac…
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115. Plan Your Creative Year + Trello Tips
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With the end of the year fast approaching, this week I felt the urge to talk about planning! And in particular, how I use Trello to get organised and stay focused throughout the year. Trello is a tool that I often get asked questions about so if you are curious about what it is and how you could make use of it in 2021, stay tuned. For anyone that d…
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114. We Finally Moved into Our New Home!
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Well, it's finally happened! We are in our new home and this is the episode where we get to chat all about it and answer your questions! Thank you, everyone, for your lovely messages and for encouraging us to make this house related episode. Well, let’s be honest I didn’t really need the encouragement but Richie did! In this episode, we talk about …
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113. Janet Skates - Becoming Confident and Secure in Your Creative Expression
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Today’s guest is mixed-media artist Janet Skates. What a beautiful human. As we chatted, it truly felt like I was having coffee with an old friend! If you are falling into comparison traps and being hard on yourself, I urge you to take a listen. Janet Skates talks about dealing with self-doubt, getting out of creative ruts and keeping social media …
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112. A Helpful Guide to Selling Art Online
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The art is piling up, but now what? How do you get your work seen and sold? There are quite a few options - especially in the online space. You could use a print on demand service, join an online art gallery, create an Etsy shop or build your own website. All have their pros and cons but which option is right for you?This week we chat about the dif…
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111. Roben-Marie Smith - Making the Most of Technology as an Artist
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When it comes to the tech side of being an artist, there’s a lot to get your head around - website design, social media, video editing, email marketing … The list goes on! If you struggle with this or just need a bit of encouragement, you will love today’s guest. I am chatting with mixed media artist, Roben-Marie Smith. In this episode, Roben-Marie…
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