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| 433: What Size Wall Art Should You Create? | 03 nov. 2026 | 00:30:35 | |
The size of your artwork could open new possibilities for growing your art business.
🎧 Tune in to discover how thinking bigger about your artwork can open new opportunities for your art business and help you create a collection that supports both your creative vision and financial goals.
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| 432: Serious Art Buyer or Just Wasting Your Time? | 27 oct. 2026 | 00:25:38 | |
Selling more art starts with recognizing where your time and energy can make the greatest difference. You've put your heart into creating your artwork, sharing its story, and building relationships with potential collectors. But what happens when someone loves your art, expresses interest in buying, and never follows through? I call these potential buyers "Lucy Clients," and understanding what drives their behavior can help you approach art sales with more clarity and confidence. I'll share how to recognize genuine buying signals, understand why some collectors hesitate, and follow up in a way that respects both your time and theirs. Because growing your art business isn't about convincing everyone to buy, it's about building meaningful connections with collectors who are ready to take the next step. 💡 You'll Learn
🎧 Tune in to learn how to approach potential art buyers with confidence, protect your creative energy, and make more room for meaningful collector relationships. 🎙️About Miriam Schulman
Full Show Notes: schulmanart.com/432 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 431: Color of the Year 2027: What Artists Should Know | 20 oct. 2026 | 00:23:54 | |
Your artwork already has the power to connect with collectors, and the way you present it can help them imagine bringing it into their lives.
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| 430: What Style of Art Is Selling Now | 13 oct. 2026 | 00:20:51 | |
Your artistic voice can grow stronger when you understand what collectors are responding to without losing what makes your work yours.
🎧 Tune in to see what today's art market can teach you about strengthening the work you already love creating.
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| 429: Artist Copyright Rules | 06 oct. 2026 | 00:31:16 | |
Protecting your art can become part of your business with more clarity and confidence.
🎧 Tune in for a practical, grounded look at copyright so you can feel more informed about protecting your art and your creative business. 🎙️About Miriam Schulman
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| 428: How Much Art Do You Have To Sell To Make a Living | 29 sept. 2026 | 00:27:36 | |
Your income goal needs an art business that has the capacity to support it.
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| 427: Summer Art Sales Intel | 22 sept. 2026 | 00:25:21 | |
Understanding what collectors are drawn to can help you make more confident decisions about how you present and position your art. You've already put time, thought, and heart into developing your work, and paying attention to the art market doesn't mean changing your style to follow a trend. It means understanding where your work naturally connects with what collectors are seeking and recognizing the qualities that make it distinctive, emotional, and unmistakably yours. I looked at current purchases, bestseller lists, recently sold artwork, collector searches, art fairs, and home trends to identify five categories showing momentum right now, along with seven qualities that are helping artwork stand out across styles and genres. 💡 You'll Learn
🎧 Tune in to better understand what collectors are responding to and how your art may already fit into what they're looking for. 🎙️About Miriam Schulman Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 🔗 Resources 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 426: The Wet Paint Sale: How to Sell Art Before It's Finished! | 15 sept. 2026 | 00:15:34 | |
Your art doesn't have to be finished before collectors can become part of its story. You're already putting thought, care, and intention into every stage of your creative process, and that process itself can become a meaningful way to connect with collectors. I once sold a sunflower painting when it was barely more than a background and a promise, while still keeping complete creative control over the finished piece. That experience became the foundation of what I call a Wet Paint Sale, a way to invite collectors in earlier and give them a genuine reason to act without relying on discounts or manufactured scarcity. I'll unpack how you can use works in progress, thoughtful email marketing, and real deadlines to create anticipation and make selling your art feel more aligned with the way you already create. 💡 You'll Learn
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| 425: What We Can Learn About Signature Style From the Odyssey | 08 sept. 2026 | 00:36:04 | |
Your signature style grows stronger when you give yourself permission to be influenced while still trusting your own point of view.
🎧 Tune in and give yourself permission to learn from what inspires you while trusting that your perspective is what makes the final work your own.
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| 424: The Girl Scout Cookie Method For Selling Art | 01 sept. 2026 | 00:37:11 | |
Selling more art can become easier when you focus less on reaching everyone and more on getting your work into the right rooms. You've already put care into creating your art and finding ways to share it, and growth doesn't always require a bigger following, more inventory, or gallery representation. Sometimes the next opportunity comes through relationships that already have the trust and attention of the collectors you want to reach. Using the Girl Scout Cookie Method, I'll show you how thoughtful partnerships with businesses, organizations, and well connected people can expand your reach while creating genuine value for everyone involved. 💡 You'll Learn
🎧 Tune in to discover how the right relationships can help bring your art into rooms where connection and sales can happen naturally. 🎙️About Miriam Schulman Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 🔗 Resources 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 423: "Charge What You're Worth" Is Terrible Advice | 25 août 2026 | 00:29:51 | |
The right price can help your art and your business grow in alignment with the artist you are becoming. You have invested time, care, and creative energy into your work, and your pricing can reflect that commitment without becoming a measure of your personal worth. Rather than asking what you are worth, you can choose a price that honors your time, supports the way you want to work, and feels steady when you share it with collectors. I'll unpack how pricing shapes perception, why a higher price can build buyer confidence, and which practical questions can guide you toward a number you truly stand behind.
Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses.
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| 422: Where to Find Wealthy Art Collectors | 18 août 2026 | 00:20:23 | |
The right room can make it easier for the right collectors to connect with your art.
🎧 Tune in to choose your next opportunity with greater clarity and find the rooms where your art can truly belong. 🎙️About Miriam Schulman Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 🔗 Resources 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 421: Why Art Lovers Don't Become Art Buyers (THE WALL ALREADY HAS ART ON IT) | 11 août 2026 | 00:32:08 | |
Sometimes the reason a collector doesn't buy has nothing to do with how much they love your art.If you've ever left a conversation feeling certain someone was going to purchase your work, only to never hear from them again, you're not alone. I used to think those moments came down to price, confidence, or finding the perfect words. Over time, I realized there was something much more important happening beneath the surface. In this episode, I'm sharing the mindset shift and practical approach that transformed the way I guide collectors through the buying process. When you learn to ask the right questions and understand what's truly influencing a decision, you can create a buying experience that feels natural, supportive, and aligned with the way you want to sell your art.
🎧 Tune in and discover how small shifts in your conversations can help more art lovers become confident art buyers. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses.
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| 420: Commissions: Turning Inquiries Into Deposits | 04 août 2026 | 00:30:43 | |
Your commission process should give collectors confidence, not leave your best opportunities waiting in limbo. When someone reaches out about a commission, it's easy to assume genuine interest will naturally lead to a finished piece. I've learned through years of experience that even enthusiastic collectors can get stuck when the process feels unclear or overwhelming. This episode is about creating a commission experience that respects your time, supports your clients, and helps both of you move forward with confidence. I'll walk you through the practical shifts that transformed the way I handle commissions so more conversations become completed artwork instead of unfinished intentions.
🎧 Tune in for a thoughtful conversation that will help you build a commission process that feels clear, professional, and supportive for both you and your collectors. 🎙️About Miriam Schulman Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses.
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| 419: How to Have a Successful Art Show | 28 juil. 2026 | 00:32:00 | |
You already know how much care goes into creating a body of work. From the first brushstroke to the final frame, every decision reflects your vision. But a successful exhibition is about more than what hangs on the wall. It's about creating meaningful connections with the people who will appreciate your work. In this episode, I share the 90 day exhibition strategy I teach artists to help build anticipation, invite the right collectors into the process, and continue the conversation long after the show is over so your next exhibition can create lasting momentum for your art business.
🎧 Tune in and discover how a more intentional approach can help your next exhibition feel less stressful, more aligned, and far more rewarding. 🎙️About Miriam Schulman Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses.
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| 418: Art Sold in July 2026 | 21 juil. 2026 | 00:36:22 | |
Every artist wants to know what's working in today's market, and the good news is that collectors are still buying original art. This month, artists inside my community reported more than $110,000 in art sales, and the stories behind those numbers reveal something even more valuable than the total itself. You'll see how artists built momentum through thoughtful pricing, larger work, commissions, and meaningful conversations with collectors. If you've been looking for reassurance that your goals are still possible, this episode offers real examples that can help you move forward with greater confidence and clarity.
🎧 Tune in and discover what real artists are doing today to create meaningful sales and lasting momentum in their art careers. 🎙️About Miriam Schulman Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses.
📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 417: How to Sell Art Without Feeling Salesy | 14 juil. 2026 | 00:26:58 | |
Selling your art becomes so much easier when you stop trying to convince people and start creating space for genuine connection. If you've ever wished sales conversations felt more natural, you're not alone. Building confidence doesn't come from memorizing the perfect script. It comes from trusting your work, staying curious about the person in front of you, and allowing collectors to discover their own connection to your art. After more than 25 years of selling my own work, I've found that the most meaningful sales happen through listening, not persuading. In this episode, I'm sharing the simple mindset shifts and practical conversations that help artists sell with greater ease, hold their prices with confidence, and make every interaction feel authentic.
Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. | |||
| 416: How to Build a Collection with a Signature Voice Without Repeating Yourself | 07 juil. 2026 | 00:38:36 | |
Discovering your signature style doesn't mean limiting your creativity. It means giving your art a stronger foundation to grow. 💡 You'll Learn
🎧 Tune in for a thoughtful conversation that will help you see your art with fresh clarity and build a creative practice that feels both expansive and true to you. 🎙️About Miriam Schulman Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. | |||
| 415: Artist Websites That Convert | 30 juin 2026 | 00:35:08 | |
Your website should make it easier for collectors to say yes. 💡 You'll Learn
🎧 Tune in for a thoughtful conversation that will help you see your artist website as a tool for building relationships, earning trust, and supporting lasting art sales. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 🔗 Resources
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| 414: How They Became Full-Time Artists | 23 juin 2026 | 00:32:33 | |
Growth in your art business often begins when you focus on the right actions and trust yourself enough to keep going.
🎙️About Miriam Schulman Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses.
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| 413: How to Turn Press Into Art Sales | 16 juin 2026 | 00:30:20 | |
Turn visibility into momentum by creating a clear path from attention to collector trust. 💡 You'll Learn
🎧 Tune in for a practical and encouraging conversation about making the most of the visibility you've earned and building a stronger foundation for future growth. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses.
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| 412: How to Do the Work That Actually Sells Art | 09 juin 2026 | 00:22:39 | |
The breakthrough you're looking for may not require more effort, just a clearer focus.
Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses.
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| 411: How to Price Your Art for Profit | 02 juin 2026 | 00:27:19 | |
The confidence to charge more for your art starts long before you change the number on the price tag. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses.
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| 410: How to Make Your Art Easier to Buy | 26 mai 2026 | 00:39:49 | |
A clear path to purchase builds trust, confidence, and stronger art sales. If you've ever wondered whether showing your prices online makes your art feel less exclusive, you're not alone. So many artists are trying to balance professionalism, confidence, and connection with collectors while also creating a buying experience that feels aligned with who they are. The truth is, your collectors want clarity just as much as they want beautiful artwork. In this conversation, I'm sharing what current buyer psychology and real art market data reveal about how collectors make decisions online, why ease and transparency matter more than ever, and how small shifts to your website can create a more supportive experience for the people already interested in your work. 💡 You'll Learn
🎧 Tune in for a grounded conversation about building more trust, clarity, and momentum in your art business. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 409: Why Your Art Isn't Selling (It's Not the Economy) | 19 mai 2026 | 00:38:17 | |
Your art career may not need a different economy. It may need a clearer message and a stronger connection to the people already looking for work like yours. If you've been showing up consistently, creating meaningful work, and wondering why your sales still feel inconsistent, this conversation is here to offer a different perspective rooted in clarity rather than fear. I'm sharing what's actually happening in today's art market and why collectors are still actively investing in art across every price point. We'll talk about how positioning shapes the way your work is perceived, why the language you use matters more than most artists realize, and how small shifts in messaging can completely change the way collectors respond to your art. This episode is designed to help you step out of uncertainty and reconnect with the value, meaning, and emotional resonance your work already holds. 💡 You'll Learn
🎧 Tune in for a grounded conversation about visibility, collector psychology, and how to position your art with greater clarity and confidence in 2026. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 408: How to Sell Your Art Working Only 10 Hours a Week | 12 mai 2026 | 00:24:10 | |
You do not need endless hours to build a meaningful and sustainable art business. If you've been feeling stretched thin trying to balance your creative work with the demands of everyday life, I want you to know that your progress is still possible. I built my own art business during a season when my time was incredibly limited, and what changed everything was learning how to focus my energy on the activities that created real connection and momentum. This conversation is a reminder that growth does not come from constantly doing more. It comes from building trust with your audience, creating space for intentional action, and choosing strategies that support both your creativity and your life. Together, we'll look at how to simplify your approach, strengthen your focus, and move forward with more clarity and confidence. 💡 You'll Learn 🎧 Tune in for a grounded conversation about building an art business that supports your creativity without exhausting you. 🎙️About Miriam Schulman Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 🔗 Resources 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 407: The #1 Mistake Keeping Artists Stuck Under $10K | 05 mai 2026 | 00:24:20 | |
Your growth as an artist begins the moment you trust the true value of your work. You've already done more than you give yourself credit for, creating, showing up, and putting your art into the world takes courage and consistency. If sales have come but the financial results still feel out of reach, it doesn't mean you're off track, it simply means you're being invited into a deeper level of alignment with how you value your work and your time. This conversation gently shifts your focus away from chasing quick wins and toward building something steady, sustainable, and truly supportive of your life as an artist, so you can move forward with more clarity, confidence, and intention. 💡 You'll Learn Why pricing often comes from a desire for reassurance and how to shift into strategy 🎧 Tune in and allow this to reshape how you think about pricing, value, and what's truly possible for your art business. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 406: How to Sell Art Without Social Media | 28 avr. 2026 | 00:23:20 | |
You can build a thriving art business without relying on social media. You've been showing up, putting your work out there, and doing what you've been told should work, and that effort is not wasted. It simply means you're ready for a strategy that feels more sustainable and aligned with how you actually want to live and create. When your focus shifts toward deeper connection, thoughtful pricing, and building real relationships, your business begins to support you instead of drain you. This is a more grounded way of growing, one that gives you clarity and confidence instead of constant pressure. This conversation opens up what that shift can look like and how to move toward a business model that feels steadier, more intentional, and built to last. 💡 You'll Learn
🎧 Tune in and give yourself permission to build your art business in a way that truly works for you. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 405: How Collectors Decide Your Art Is "Worth It" In 30 Seconds | 21 avr. 2026 | 00:34:50 | |
The first few seconds someone sees your art can quietly shape everything that follows. You've put time, care, and intention into your work, and that effort matters more than you may realize. When your art isn't being received the way you expected, it doesn't mean something is missing from your talent or your vision. Often, it's about how your work is being experienced in those initial moments and whether it feels clear, trustworthy, and easy to say yes to. This conversation offers a grounded look at how collectors form those early impressions and how small, thoughtful adjustments can bring your presentation into alignment with the true value of your art. We'll walk through what's happening beneath the surface so you can create a more confident, seamless experience for the people who are already meant to connect with your work. 💡 You'll Learn 🎧 Tune in and give your work the clarity and presence it deserves. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 404: 5 Content Types Artists Need to Attract Collectors | 14 avr. 2026 | 00:19:26 | |
The way you speak about your art can open doors just as much as the work itself. You've likely been showing up, creating consistently, and putting your work out into the world with intention and that matters more than you think. There's nothing missing in your effort or your dedication. Sometimes, it's simply a matter of bringing your voice into closer alignment with the value already present in your work so others can truly see and feel it. When that alignment clicks into place, things begin to feel clearer, more natural, and more connected. 💡 You'll Learn 🎧 Tune in and give yourself the space to be seen and understood more fully. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 🔗 Resources Full Show Notes: schulmanart.com/404 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 403: What Art Collectors Are Buying Right Now (and Why) | 07 avr. 2026 | 00:21:05 | |
Collectors are still buying art, and when you understand how they're choosing, everything starts to feel clearer and more aligned. If you've been showing up, creating consistently, and wondering why things feel slower or uncertain, I want you to know your effort isn't wasted and your work still has a place in the market. What I'm seeing right now is not a lack of buyers, but a shift in how people make decisions and what helps them feel confident saying yes. In this conversation, I'm gently walking you through what's actually happening beneath the surface so you can meet collectors where they are without changing who you are as an artist. 💡 You'll Learn 🎧 Tune in and see how small shifts in clarity and connection can open the door to more aligned collectors Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 402: Artists: The Real Reason Art Collectors Aren't Buying Your Art | 31 mars 2026 | 00:26:45 | |
Your art may be ready for collectors before you feel ready to ask for the sale. You've already done the brave part by creating your work and sharing it with the world. Many artists assume that if sales are slow, the answer must be another marketing tactic or a new platform to master. Yet what I often see is something deeper. The challenge is not exposure or talent but how comfortable we feel asking for the exchange and receiving the value our art creates. In this conversation, I gently walk you through five patterns I've observed in artists who want to sell their work yet unknowingly hold themselves back. When you can recognize these patterns with compassion and curiosity, you open the door to a new level of confidence in your art business. 💡 You'll Learn
🎧 Tune in and give yourself the space to see your art business with fresh clarity and possibility. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 401: How to Get Collectors Without Relying On Galleries | 24 mars 2026 | 00:23:00 | |
The path to finding collectors may look different today, but the opportunity for artists is greater than ever. You've been showing up for your art. You've been creating, sharing, and searching for the right way to connect your work with the people who will truly value it. What many artists don't realize is that collectors haven't disappeared at all. The art world has simply shifted how trust is built and how relationships are formed. In this conversation, I want to help you see the bigger picture of what's happening right now and how this moment opens new doors for artists who are ready to build direct, meaningful connections with the people who love their work. 💡 You'll Learn
🎧 Tune in and see how this shift in the art world can create new possibilities for your art career. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 🔗 Resources Full Show Notes: schulmanart.com/401 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 400: Artists: Pay Attention to These 3 Pinterest Trends | 17 mars 2026 | 00:17:47 | |
The rooms collectors are dreaming about today can quietly shape the value of the art they choose tomorrow. You've already put the time, heart, and creative energy into developing your work. The next step isn't changing your style. It's understanding the environments your collectors are imagining for their homes. When you begin to see your art through the lens of the spaces it might live in, something shifts. Your work starts to feel more intentional, more aligned, and more clearly positioned for the people who are ready to collect it. In this conversation, I'm sharing three Pinterest trends that reveal where interior taste is heading and how those spaces create new opportunities for your art to stand out and be appreciated. 💡 You'll Learn • Discover why Pinterest reveals the kinds of rooms collectors are building before they buy art 🎧 Tune in for a calm, strategic perspective on how understanding the spaces collectors create can help you see where your art truly belongs. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 🔗 Resources 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart
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| 399: ARTISTS: What Benjamin Moore's Color of the Year Means for You | 10 mars 2026 | 00:13:51 | |
Growth doesn't come from chasing trends — it comes from understanding the room your art is stepping into.🖼️ If you've ever felt a flicker of pressure when a "Color of the Year" is announced, you're not alone. You care about your work, you care about staying relevant, and you want to make thoughtful decisions that support your growth. That instinct tells me you're serious about your art business. What I want to offer you here is reassurance and clarity: you don't need to change your palette to stay aligned. Instead, we'll look at what these design shifts actually signal and how understanding environment, contrast, and perception can quietly strengthen your positioning and confidence. 💡 You'll Learn
🎧 Tune in for a grounded, strategic perspective that helps you hold your creative vision while stepping more confidently into the market. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. Full Show Notes: schulmanart.com/399 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart
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| 398: How to Find Luxury Art Collectors (the Charity Circuit Strategy) | 03 mars 2026 | 00:31:27 | |
The right room can change everything for your art business.✨ If you've ever felt that quiet pressure to donate your work to a charity event and hoped it might lead somewhere meaningful, I want you to know your generosity is not the problem. Your instinct to contribute is beautiful, and it deserves a strategy that honors both your heart and your brand. Over the years, I began to recognize a powerful connection between philanthropy and my most aligned collectors, and when I approached those opportunities with intention instead of obligation, everything felt clearer and more profitable. This conversation will help you see how charity can support your growth without compromising your positioning, and how to use these rooms to build real relationships with serious buyers.
🎧 Tune in and let's rethink how generosity and growth can work beautifully together. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. Full Show Notes: schulmanart.com/398 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart 📘 Read Artpreneur: Grab your copy + bonuses at ArtpreneurBook.com 💙 Start Free: Read Chapter 1 "Choose to Believe" at SchulmanArt.com/BELIEVE 📺 Watch us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@schulmanart 📲 Follow me on Instagram: @schulmanart 💼 Connect on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/schulmanart
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| 397: The 5 Worst Artist Branding Mistakes | 24 févr. 2026 | 00:33:30 | |
Clarity in your branding can quietly change everything about how collectors experience your art. You are already doing the hard part by creating meaningful work and showing up for it, and that effort matters more than you think. Sometimes when collectors hesitate, it is not about talent or worth but about the signals surrounding the art. Branding is simply how you help someone understand that your work belongs in their life. When your message feels aligned, consistent, and confident, buyers feel steady too. This conversation gently unpacks how to shift your signals so your art feels clear, recognizable, and easy to say yes to. 💡 You'll Learn
🎧 Tune in for a grounded, practical reset that helps your art feel as strong on the outside as it already is on the inside Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 396: Artists: The Only 4 Types of Content You Need to Attract Art Collectors (Not Other Artists) | 17 févr. 2026 | 00:28:43 | |
Selling more art starts with speaking directly to art collectors — not just creating content that other artists admire. 🎨 If you want to sell art consistently, grow your art business, and feel confident in your art marketing, this is the clarity shift that changes everything. Many talented artists show up regularly online yet still struggle with steady art sales because their message builds applause instead of buyer momentum. When your content is shaped for collectors — the people who actively buy art and invest in original art — your work begins to create connection, desire, and trust in a natural way. This episode walks you through the four types of content that help contemporary art collectors understand the meaning behind your work, see its value, and feel ready to purchase. 💡 You'll Learn 🎧 Tune in and start creating content that supports steady art sales and meaningful connections with collectors. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 🔗 Resources 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 395: SEO for Artists | 10 févr. 2026 | 00:26:21 | |
🖼️ If Google can't understand what your art is, collectors can't find you and most artists never realize this is the real issue.
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🎧 Tune in to learn how to make your art searchable on Google, YouTube, and Google Images without adding more noise to your life. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 🔗 Resources 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart
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| 394: How to Price Art Like a Professional Artist | 03 févr. 2026 | 00:25:46 | |
🖼️ Pricing your art shouldn't feel like standing on the edge of a cliff but for most artists, it does.
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🎧 Tune in to learn how to price your art in a way that supports a full-time career not burnout or bargain hunters. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart
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| 393: AI Copyright Wars and What It Means for Creatives | 27 janv. 2026 | 00:31:36 | |
🖼️ AI isn't a future problem anymore. It's already reshaping how artists and writers protect their work, get paid, and prove what's actually theirs. What started as online debate has officially moved into courtrooms, contracts, and policy changes that directly affect working creatives. In this episode, Miriam unpacks what's really happening beneath the headlines and why understanding AI now is a business necessity, not a tech curiosity. This conversation isn't about panic or taking sides. It's about clarity, leverage, and learning how to protect your creative assets in a world where ownership is being challenged in real time. If you make art or write words for a living, this will change how you think about value, proof, and power. 💡 You'll Learn:
🎧 Tune in to learn how to protect your creative work and position yourself with confidence in an AI-saturated world. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. Full Show Notes: schulmanart.com/393 📩 Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart
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| 392: The Future of Art Collecting (3 Major Interior Design Trends Impacting the Art World) | 20 janv. 2026 | 00:16:08 | |
🖼️ If you want to sell art in 2026, you have to understand what collectors are craving beneath the surface—and home décor trends are quietly revealing everything.
💡 You'll Learn: • The three macro forces shaping the future of art collecting 🎧 Tune in to learn how to align your art with what buyers are feeling—not just what they're seeing. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. Full Show Notes: schulmanart.com/392 📩Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart
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| 391: Will AI replace Artists? (the Future of Creativity) | 13 janv. 2026 | 00:12:54 | |
⏳ Speed is out. Soul is in. Slow-made art is becoming the new status symbol—and artists are finally taking back control. We've been told to post more, dance for the algorithm, and chase visibility at all costs. But in 2026, the most resonant art isn't the fastest or loudest, it's the most human. In this solo episode, I'm unpacking what's changing for artists right now and why this new era favors those who create with clarity, care, and conviction. From hybrid workflows using AI to building collector trust without social media, I'll walk you through what's working and what's quietly dying. If you're craving deeper meaning, slower studio rhythms, and a business model that actually feels good to run, this episode will light the path forward. 💡 You'll Learn:
🎧 Tune in for a future-focused reset that honors your art—and your energy. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. Full Show Notes: schulmanart.com/391 📩Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 390: Art Basel Miami Report: What's Selling (and What's Not) | 06 janv. 2026 | 00:25:06 | |
🎨 Art Basel Miami makes headlines—but the real story isn't the price tags. It's the signals shaping collector behavior everywhere else.
🎧 Tune in to replace uncertainty with clarity and approach galleries from a place of preparation, not permission-seeking. Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses. 🔗 ResourcesFull Show Notes: schulmanart.com/390 📩Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 389: How Galleries Choose Artists | 30 déc. 2025 | 00:17:20 | |
🖼️ That portfolio email gets a lot less scary once you know what galleries are actually evaluating behind the scenes.
🎧 Tune in to replace uncertainty with clarity and approach galleries from a place of preparation, not permission-seeking. Full Show Notes: schulmanart.com/389 📩Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 388: Pantone Color of the Year 2026 | 23 déc. 2025 | 00:37:04 | |
☁️ Pantone's Color of the Year may look like a near-white—but it's carrying a powerful signal about what buyers are craving right now.
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🎧 Tune in to see your work through a new lens—and learn how cultural signals can guide both your creative direction and your marketing with confidence. 🎙️About Miriam Schulman Full Show Notes: schulmanart.com/388 📩Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 387: Art Market Predictions for 2026 | 16 déc. 2025 | 00:29:02 | |
📈 The art market isn't collapsing—it's evolving. And 2026 will reward artists who understand how collectors really think.
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🎧 Tune in for a grounded, strategic look at how to position yourself for expansion—without fear, hustle, or burnout. Full Show Notes: schulmanart.com/387 📩Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
| 386: Business Tips for Artists: 7 Biggest Online Marketing Trends for Creatives in 2026 | 09 déc. 2025 | 00:30:34 | |
🚀 The online art world is evolving fast—are you ready to lead the next wave of change? The rules of selling art online are being rewritten, and Miriam is pulling back the curtain on the seven trends shaping 2026. From AI-personalized storefronts to the comeback of long-form content and email's return as the most reliable sales channel, you'll learn what's shifting beneath your feet and how to stay ahead. These aren't guesses—they're grounded insights from real data and emerging market signals. Whether you're selling originals, commissions, or online classes, this episode will help you future-proof your art business and thrive no matter how the digital landscape changes. 💡 You'll Learn:
🎧 Tune in for the strategies, mindset, and momentum you'll need to sell smarter—not harder—in 2026 and beyond. Full Show Notes: schulmanart.com/386 📩Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||
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| 385: 2026 Interior Design Trends For Artists | What Art Collectors Want | 02 déc. 2025 | 00:29:41 | |
🖼️ Your art doesn't live in a vacuum—it lives in spaces, stories, and the emotions of your collectors. As interior design evolves, so does the psychology behind why people buy art. In this solo episode, Miriam gives an insider's look at the eight biggest décor trends shaping 2026 and how to align your art with them without selling your soul. From rich, moody color palettes to art-as-sanctuary spaces, you'll learn how to anticipate what buyers crave and position your creative vision at the forefront of what's next in design and culture. 💡 You'll Learn:
🎧 Tune in to future-proof your art business and discover how décor psychology can deepen your connection with collectors. Full Show Notes: schulmanart.com/385 📩Check out our FREE Masterclass "How to Sell More Art" at schulmanart.com/sellmoreart | |||