You can always use more ways to sell art, and I love sharing more ways for you to make extra money from your art. I shared 3 Quick Cash Strategies for Creatives in a previous episode, but today I’m bringing you another fun and simple way to quickly sell more art. Today, I’m going to give you the rundown on how to sell more art from an open studio whether it’s indoors or outdoors! “The number of people who buy versus the people who show up are always much higher, [...] most people who do show up ...
Oct 11, 2022•23 min•Ep. 224
This week my briefings were all related to my visit to the Metropolitan Museum of Art where they have a number of exhibits representing the black experience in art. Ceramic Face Vessels Museums have been making an effort to reset the balance of their exhibits and the artists promoted. It’s part of the response to the social justice movements and subsequent conversations about the lived experience of non-white and other unrepresented artists. The Metropolitan Museum of Art had several exhibits th...
Oct 07, 2022•27 min•Ep. 223
Do you struggle with finding time to do what you love, like your art? Instead of beating yourself up over it, it’s time to make a plan and get really intentional about making time for your creativity. In this episode I’m going to give you 3 strategic ways you can start finding more time for your art starting today! “Value your time as much as you value your artwork” Areas you’ll likely find more time for your art: An accountability system that involves other people works really well Recover your...
Oct 04, 2022•21 min•Ep. 222
This week I’m talking about the death of the business card and social media. What do you do when Instagram stops working for you? How do you manage when things change in the social media world? The Death of the Business Card I recently had new business cards printed up for those in-person events when people can’t see my name on the Zoom screen. There are other ways to share info. QR codes come to mind, and I was recently made aware that you can get a chip embedded in your hand that people can sc...
Sep 30, 2022•19 min•Ep. 221
What do you do when trolls, haters or critics leave negative comments? Well, this is the nature of being in a digital world. Everyone online has an opinion and some of them seem to make it their mission to leave negative comments and reviews. There’s a difference between constructive criticism, feedback, and comments that challenge you in a productive and respectful way. However, comments that offer absolutely no value can hurt, especially if they detract from your content. In today’s solo episo...
Sep 27, 2022•24 min•Ep. 220
This week we’re covering the artists behind the official White House portraits, the artist and singer-songwriter Issy Wood, enslaved pottery artists, and American outsider artist Nellie Mae Rowe. Official Obama Portraits Unveiled at the White House The White House held a ceremony to unveil the official portraits of President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama. Better late than never, right? Artist Robert McCurdy painted the official portrait of President Obama. He tells his subjects not ...
Sep 23, 2022•22 min•Ep. 219
If you’re feeling like a fish out of water when it comes to sales and marketing, you’re not alone! Sales makes many people uncomfortable, but what if increasing your sales was possible without focusing on selling? What if you could use your genius, your natural enthusiasm and flow state to sell more art? Anna Tsui is an intuitive business coach, writer and international speaker that helps people unlock their genius flow. She’s worked with Harvard University, Boston Business Women, and even the B...
Sep 20, 2022•48 min•Ep. 218
Should Instagram Get to Censor Art? Whether we like it or not, they are. Their guidelines explicitly allow for real world art that depicts sexual content. Some artists are being banned completely. A good example: The Little Black Gallery in London had their entire account deleted for a congratulatory post that had a silhouette image of a woman. Artists need a platform to be seen. I ran into an issue when I tried to promote my watercolor class Go Figure. This course will help you paint realistic ...
Sep 16, 2022•21 min•Ep. 217
Artists are beautifully creative people and I believe that all artists can make a living and thrive from their art. There’s personal work that needs to be done with your mindset, and skills that need to be learned such as marketing, building your email list, and learning how to attract the right audience and paying clients, but it can be so rewarding. Today’s episode is from our 200th episode coaching party where Shaun Roney and I answer questions that were submitted. Shaun is our mindset maven ...
Sep 13, 2022•50 min•Ep. 216
Writing Lessons from Nora Ephron Nora Ephron was one of the most popular and accomplished writers in American literature and film. She did it all. Movies, books, essays, magazine articles and more. Today I’m sharing her strategies that you can use to improve your own writing. For more helpful writing tips check out podcast episode 171: Words that Sell: 5 Top Copywriters Share their Best Advice with Laura Belgray, Lacy Boggs, Tarzan Kay, Kimberly Houston, and Danielle Weil The New York Art Scene ...
Sep 09, 2022•28 min•Ep. 215
It’s so interesting that while many of us would enthusiastically agree that we’d love to be financially free and independent, most of us have terrible language and poor choice of words around our money conversations. Whether you’re talking about what you can afford or how much you’d like to charge for your next art project, the words you use may seem insignificant, but be warned, they are sabotaging your efforts to get what you really want. Today’s episode with Serena Hicks is kind of a BIG deal...
Sep 06, 2022•43 min•Ep. 214
How to Choose a Course Topic Are you one of those people who have too many ideas? For those of us who love diving into new projects, picking a topic can stop us before we get started. Focus can help when it’s time to create your course. To get your started, I’m outlining 3 ways to narrow your focus so you can decide on the main thing. A final note: don’t worry if someone else has already done it. As artists we’re all bringing our own special sauce that’s not going to be like any others. Join Amy...
Sep 02, 2022•20 min•Ep. 213
If you are an artist or identify as a creative of any kind, chances are you should probably consider how to start you first online art class. It can be a scary process that makes you question yourself, but it can also be one of the most profitable things you can do. Today we have Amy Porterfield, the online marketing expert herself, here with a run down on everything you need to know to get out of your comfort zone and start creating your own online course. Amy is also the host of the top ranked...
Aug 30, 2022•39 min•Ep. 212
What Can We Learn From the Masters? How do we deal with the pain in the world and still carry on? I know it feels like we’re living during one of the most challenging times, but the truth is, there has always been chaos and pain and heartache in the world. When you feel down, poetry may help. Listen to hear the poem Musee des Beaux Arts by W. H. Auden for a bit of inspiration. Declare Your Identity as an Artist Impostor syndrome. Who am I to write a book or sell my art? I’ve been there, and I al...
Aug 26, 2022•23 min•Ep. 211
Regardless of your creative medium, earning extra cash is a bonus no matter where you are in your artist’s journey. Nothing breaks my heart more than meeting artists that want to expand their business skills and become more successful, but are stuck because they don’t have the money to invest. Today, I’m sharing 3 quick strategies that will help creatives earn an extra $1000-$2000. These strategies don’t require much time or money from you, just the willingness to show up and go after what you w...
Aug 23, 2022•27 min•Ep. 210
Why the Goal Beyond the Goal is Important What is your big goal? Is it big enough? Think of a goal as your destination, and they beyond goal to keep your expectations high. A goal that excites you is much more likely to keep you motivated. We know that our thoughts create our feelings which in turn, determines our actions and results. For more info on mastering the emotional side of goal setting, check out The Inspiration Place podcast episode 175. Master the Emotional Side of Goal Setting Affir...
Aug 19, 2022•15 min•Ep. 209
Being an artist is beautiful and rewarding while also being a challenge. Very few truly understand the spiritual journey of an artist striving towards success. There is a notion that the life of an artist is all struggle and mental torment, and that couldn’t be further from the truth when you have the right tools and the right community and type of support that caters to your creativity and success. The Artist Incubator Programs offered by Schulman Art are directed to more than skill and busines...
Aug 16, 2022•20 min•Ep. 208
Finding Your Artist Spark Harvey Dinnerstein, Proudly Realistic Painter, passed away at 94. He documented the early days of the civil rights movement in evocative drawings. Later, his paintings examined details of the everyday life around him. Hear how current events prompted him to use art to chronicle the people in the civil rights movement. He had to stop teaching when the pandemic hit, but he never stopped creating. Hear his philosophy on finding the artists spark in the absence of inspirati...
Aug 12, 2022•17 min•Ep. 207
“When you invest in yourself, the universe invests in you.” -unknown Becoming wildly successful does not happen by chance or accident. Success isn't something most people just stumble into, but it is something many of us can make a reality. You have to be willing to put in the work it takes to achieve greatness, and it starts with investing in yourself. Today’s guest, Priya Gore, comes from an engineering background and a family of doctors that wouldn’t readily accept a career in art as a succes...
Aug 09, 2022•36 min•Ep. 206
What Artists Can learn from the Venice Biennale Curator This is the world’s longest running, large scale survey of contemporary art. It is looked to locally and internationally to discover the next new great artist. The curator is Cecilia Alemani, and I went to hear her share her insights about the exhibition. She went into detail about how she made the multitude of decisions involved in this exhibit. Hear how she uses a 3D layout and how she chose the name for the exhibition in addition to how ...
Aug 05, 2022•18 min•Ep. 205
As artists, you’re likely great with painting a story on canvas, in watercolor, through music or whatever medium you play in, but storytelling is a wonderful skill we can all benefit from improving. Telling stories well is art, and it’s something that each and every one of us can do easily every day. Matthew Dicks is an international best seller with awards for being a nationally recognized storyteller. He joined us in Episode 203 and discussed his latest book, Someday Is Today , which I highly ...
Aug 02, 2022•28 min•Ep. 204
The question we all really want to know is how to do more with the time we have. Some people crush a 2-hour window, whereas others of us struggle along and get distracted by TV series and social media. Matthew Dicks is an international best seller with awards for being a nationally recognized storyteller. His latest book, Someday Is Today, 22 Simple Actionable Ways to Propel Your Creative Life is highly recommended and worth checking out! In this two-part series, we’re talking about some fun con...
Jul 26, 2022•38 min•Ep. 203
When you pause and consider the many ways creativity is expressed, it feels overwhelming and beautiful. Beyond painting, drawing, digital art, and watercolor, there’s music, fashion, interior design, and even the world of business and creative problem-solving. Today’s guest, Maria Brito, is in over 13 years deep into the art scene from an indirect and surprising path. From a Harvard graduate to a corporate attorney, Maria is an award-winning, New York-based contemporary art advisor, entrepreneur...
Jul 19, 2022•40 min•Ep. 202
Unlike many careers you can commit to, art and creativity is unique for many reasons. You may find other skillful careers people do as a side hustle in addition to their day job, but unless it’s creative work, how many accountants are doing taxes because it just feels good to their soul and their mental health? Art releases dopamine, it is therapeutic, and often it’s a form of self-expression and self-care. The list of benefits for amateurs and professionals are equally powerful. In this episode...
Jul 12, 2022•36 min•Ep. 201
Reinventing yourself can sound intimidating, it may sound like betrayal on some level, and it can even feel inauthentic to some. To others, reinvention is an opportunity for rebirth and realizing your full potential. People often reinvent themselves to let go of what no longer serves them, get to new heights of success, and shed what they don’t like about themselves. Reinvention is something you can totally embrace as an artist and a creative as you grow in skill and move through different phase...
Jul 05, 2022•26 min•Ep. 200
“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” Pablo Picasso Whether this is a proven fact or not is irrelevant. What matters is that there is an innate connection between children and creativity in all forms. Whether it’s through paint, imagination, or creative play in a universe far, far away, there is an inner child in each of us that could help our creative juices and inspire in new ways. “Treat your inner child well and make sure you give it plenty of th...
Jun 28, 2022•42 min•Ep. 199
One of the best parts of being creative is deciding to live with intention, on purpose, with passion and heart. Art cannot be contained and restrictive. It’s meant to be liberating for the artist and a sacred escape from a world that judges and sometimes lacks the vibrant colors of the artistic spirit. Today’s guest, Shereen Sun, Founder of Radiant Wild Heart, embodies the rebellious spirit of a true artist. She is a multiple six-figure creativity mentor that identifies as a queer Muslim America...
Jun 21, 2022•44 min•Ep. 198
When you’re just getting started and getting your feet wet in a new space, it’s natural to look around and study the industry standards and norms. Obsessing over what you should do, how you should look, how you should be showing up can be paralyzing. Even worse, when you arrive and no one there looks like you, the thought of running away is hard to ignore. Think about this… There is no one path into art. There is no standard or art norms that should keep you from playing with and pursuing what m...
Jun 14, 2022•23 min•Ep. 197
Let’s talk about the dirty secret most professional artists don’t want you to know about. Before you go any further, it’s important to note that this episode isn’t about shaming or challenging anyone’s talents or skills as a portrait artist. It’s about giving you the inspiration you need to try a new medium of art with a skill that can be developed with time and practice. Using photography, projectors, and tracing is a secret most portrait artists won’t talk about, but it’s been used by artists ...
Jun 07, 2022•20 min•Ep. 196
Doing the things you don’t feel qualified to do while stepping out of the ordinary, mundane existence to allow yourself the space to show up is more than terrifying. Imposter syndrome is real! If you consider the most creative and amazing people you know, it’s safe to say that their greatness came on the other side of a lot of internal dialogue. Terry Runyan is a visual artist and creative encourager that totally understands the inner struggles that take place for artists and creatives. She’s a ...
May 31, 2022•32 min•Ep. 195
