Explore every episode of the podcast Beyond the Studio - A Podcast for Artists
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| Lianne Pflug talks Patreon, Connecting Over Shared Interests, and Working with Chronic Illness | 25 Apr 2024 | 01:26:45 | |
Hear more from Lianne Pflug on graduating from art school into the pandemic, how's she's built a community of engaged followers online, connecting with her audience through Patreon while social media becomes more unreliable, staying attuned to her needs as an artist working with chronic illness, and how she's promoting eco-friendly practices in her business. - Find links to resources mentioned throughout the episode here in our show notes: beyondthe.studio - Submit to our Listener Spotlight: Follow us on Instagram at: Intro and Ad Music: Suahn Branding: David Colson | |||
| Teri Henderson talks Carving Out Space, Creating Platforms for Community, and Balancing Creative Energy | 11 Apr 2024 | 01:23:48 | |
Hear more from Teri Henderson on allowing her career to develop organically while pivoting from law school to a career as an arts writer, curator, and now Arts and Culture Editor at the Baltimore Beat, overcoming imposter syndrome and carving out her own space, platforming other artists through her curatorial work and Instagram page turned book Black Collagists, and taking care of her emotional wellbeing while balancing her creative energies across projects. - Find links to resources mentioned throughout the episode here in our show notes: beyondthe.studio - Submit to our Listener Spotlight: Follow us on Instagram at: Intro and Ad Music: Suahn Branding: David Colson | |||
| Return of the Podcast! | 07 Dec 2023 | 01:07:13 | |
Hear more from Amanda and Nicole on why they hit pause on the podcast, evolving as artists while experiencing good growing pains, continually redefining definitions of success, avoiding burnout and adapting your practice when life throws you curveballs, and the importance of community care. Find links to resources mentioned throughout the episode here in our show notes: beyondthe.studio Submit to our Listener Spotlight: Follow us on Instagram at: Intro and Ad Music: Suahn Branding: David Colson | |||
| Book Club - Sharon Louden talks Generosity, Sustainability, and Creative Exchange | 18 Apr 2019 | 00:54:08 | |
Hear more from Sharon Louden, editor of the "Living and Sustaining a Creative Life" series, on finding partners everywhere, discarding old models of dependency in the art world, being a conduit for creative exchange, and furthering the mission of generosity in her books by highlighting the voices of others. Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson | |||
| Dexter Wimberly and Heather Bhandari talk Self-Empowerment and Financial Literacy, and the Inaugural Art World Conference in NYC | 11 Apr 2019 | 00:59:45 | |
Hear more from Dexter Wimberly and Heather Bhandari on why there's such a disconnect between artists and entrepreneurship, disrupting the current structures of the art world that keep artists without power, the motivation behind starting Art World Conference, and its revolutionary mission to bring financial literacy and self-empowerment to artists and arts professionals. Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson | |||
| Marcela Pardo Ariza talks Collaboration, Creating Equity in the Art World, and Staying Flexible to the Demands of Being an Artist | 04 Apr 2019 | 00:53:53 | |
Hear more from Marcela on collaborating with her community, building relationships, creating a more equitable playing field with initiatives like Womxn* Art Handlers, staying organized and having systems, while remaining flexible to the demands of being an artist. Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson | |||
| Katy Ann Gilmore talks Pursuing Art Full-Time, Taking Practical Risks, and Studio Organization | 28 Mar 2019 | 01:04:16 | |
Hear more from Katy on being practical while taking risks, managing her time as a self-employed artist, planning for large-scale murals and exhibits, staying organized with her studio workflow, and expanding her goals in her "five year plan." Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson | |||
| Erik Parra talks Persevering, Adding Value, and the Importance of Conversation | 21 Mar 2019 | 01:08:17 | |
Hear more from Erik on growing his career through conversation and dialogue, how being a curator shaped his work as an artist, taking a long-term approach to his painting career, hustling to protect his studio time, and adding value to the community. Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson | |||
| Jaime Derringer talks Running Multiple Businesses, Prioritizing Projects, and Staying Ahead of the Crowd | 14 Mar 2019 | 01:08:49 | |
Hear more from Jaime on managing her time between her painting practice, blog DesignMilk, Clever podcast, and family life, how she stays at the forefront of design trends and new technologies, advice for those looking to grow their creative team, and how living on Southern California impacts her life. Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson | |||
| Desirée Holman talks Funding Large Projects, Working with Institutions, and Staying Connected to Your Deeper Calling | 07 Mar 2019 | 00:50:09 | |
Hear more from Desirée on financing large-scale productions, getting out of debt, working with institutions like SFMOMA, balancing family life, and pursuing her inner calling over external recognition. Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson | |||
| Mid-Season Recap - Amanda & Nicole talk Burnout, Routine, and Navigating Career Transitions | 28 Feb 2019 | 00:49:37 | |
Hear more from your hosts Amanda and Nicole about what's going on in their own creative lives, a recap of some topics discussed thus far in the season, lessons learned from podcasting, dealing with burnout, establishing routines, and navigating big career changes. Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson | |||
| Heather Day talks Social Media, Becoming a Full-Time Artist, and Collaborating with Galleries and Brands | 21 Feb 2019 | 00:57:37 | |
Hear more from Heather on making the leap from full-time artist to building a sustainable career, using social media as a tool for community and collaboration, how she manages her time, work, and team in the studio, growing an online following while connecting with galleries on first moving to San Francisco, and working with large tech companies like Facebook and Google as a fine artist.
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| Cynthia Tom talks Spirituality, Art as Healing, and Navigating Different Stages of Life | 14 Feb 2019 | 00:56:17 | |
Hear more from Cynthia on using art as a form of healing and meditation, helping others women overcome past trauma through her organization A Place of Her Own, navigating life as a "re-emerging" artist, and prioritizing self-care while doing community-driven work. Trigger Warning: This episode includes brief references to experiences of trauma and sexual abuse, please be mindful as you listen to this episode. 25:59-27:59 references to incest, rape, sexual abuse, domestic violence, drugs Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson | |||
| Paddy Johnson talks Art World Taboos, Internalized Beliefs, and the Myths that Might Be Holding You Back | 20 Jul 2023 | 01:03:05 | |
Hear more from Paddy Johnson, founder of VVrkshop & Netvvrk, on why artists tend to underprice their work, how artistic production is supported, the emotional toll that systemic issues cause and how community can be the antidote to the structural challenges artists face, and the power of collective knowledge. Beyond the Studio listeners can use the coupon code BEYOND20 to get $20 off your first month of Netvvrk's membership. REGISTER HERE! Registration closes this Sunday 7/23/23 but re-opens quarterly! beyondthe.studio @beyondthestudioIntro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson | |||
| Sarah Hotchkiss talks Art Criticism, Residencies, and Creating a Healthy Arts Ecosystem | 07 Feb 2019 | 00:58:41 | |
Hear more from Sarah on being involved in the Bay Area's art scene as both a visual artist and arts editor for KQED, how artist residencies have led to career growth, the value of saying yes to unusual opportunities, and why being an active participant is vital to the local art scene. Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson | |||
| Emily Gherard talks Motherhood, Being Vulnerable, and Avoiding Jealousy | 31 Jan 2019 | 00:57:40 | |
Hear more from Emily on how being a parent has helped her become a better artist, be more strategic, and solve the time and money equation, how she resists jealousy on social media, and connecting over shared vulnerabilities. Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson | |||
| Juan Alonso-Rodríguez talks Public Art, Presenting Your Work, and Handling Rejection | 24 Jan 2019 | 00:52:37 | |
Hear more from Juan on navigating the public art process, working both sides as a public artist and member of Seattle's public art advisory committee, the importance of gaining clarity when presenting work to panels, and how to increase the likelihood of landing projects. Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson | |||
| Karen Seneferu talks Claiming Space, Creating Sisterhood, and Building a Platform to Uplift Others | 17 Jan 2019 | 00:53:54 | |
Hear more from Karen on claiming her identity as an artist, how she's creating space for other black female artists with her curatorial project The Black Woman Is God, and transforming personal loss into giving back to her community. Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson | |||
| Lucy Puls talks Overcoming Sexism, Changes in the Art World Over Time, and Redefining Balance | 10 Jan 2019 | 01:07:48 | |
Hear more from Lucy on her early experience with sexism in academia, what has (and hasn't) changed for women artists today, the impact of technology on artists' careers, and redefining balance while prioritizing life as an artist. Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson | |||
| Morgan Rosskopf talks Day Jobs, Finding Alignment, and Designing Your Life Around Your Practice | 03 Jan 2019 | 01:07:03 | |
Hear more from Morgan on achieving harmony between her day job and studio work, embracing the ebb and flow of her career, identifying art scams, and preparing for her first international solo exhibit. beyondthestudiopodcast@gmail.com Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson | |||
| Bunnie Reiss talks Working Hard, Traveling to Paint Murals, and Living an Unconventional Life | 27 Dec 2018 | 00:53:56 | |
Hear more from Bunnie on balancing a life of travel, hard work, and adventure, the process behind her large scale murals, being thankful for every part of the journey, and giving back to her community. beyondthestudiopodcast@gmail.com Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson | |||
| Windy Chien talks Process, Reinventing Yourself, and Giving Your Work Every Chance for Success | 20 Dec 2018 | 01:10:03 | |
Hear more from Windy on putting her own creativity first, getting her work seen and in front of the right audience, and how she's continually reinvented her life from owning a record store in San Francisco, to working at Apple, to making a living through her art. beyondthestudiopodcast@gmail.com Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson | |||
| Season 2 Announcement | 20 Nov 2018 | 00:05:51 | |
Tune in December 20th 2018 for Season 2! beyondthestudiopodcast@gmail.com Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson | |||
| Book Club - Andrew Simonet talks Power, Community, and Recognizing Your Worth | 26 Jul 2018 | 01:05:36 | |
Hear more from Andrew, author of "Making Your Life as an Artist" and founder of Artists U, on improving the working conditions of artists by changing the conversations we have with ourselves and others, starting from a place of power and skill, and what it's like working within the wildly different worlds of contemporary dance and book publishing. Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson | |||
| BTS x Serpentine - The Future of Art and Technology | 15 Jun 2023 | 01:12:26 | |
Hear more from Serpentine Arts Technologies curators Tamar Clarke-Brown & Eva Jäger about their upcoming exhibition "Third World: The Bottom Dimension" featuring Gabriel Massan, how emerging technologies are changing the working conditions of artists and ideas of collective ownership, differentiating between the current use of technologies and their potential, how artists can play a crucial role in shaping their development, and findings from Serpentine's Future Art Ecosystems. beyondthe.studio @beyondthestudioIntro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson | |||
| Updates and an Anniversary | 15 Jun 2018 | 00:44:49 | |
| Season 1 Wrap, Giveaway Announcement, Plans for Season 2 | 11 Jan 2018 | 00:08:09 | |
In this episode we wrap up season 1, announce the giveaway winner, and share plans for season 2! Send us your thoughts, questions, and comments via email beyondthestudiopodcast@gmail.com Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson | |||
| Cara Ober talks Turning a Blog into a Business, Finding the Best Resources, and the Importance of Adaptability | 28 Dec 2017 | 01:14:28 | |
Hear more from Cara on growing BmoreArt into a fully staffed and sustainable business over the course of ten years, the importance of creating platforms for conversation, deconstructing power dynamics within the art world, and the core lessons she teaches in her professional development courses to artists.
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| Cindy Cheng talks Teaching, the Freedom of Failure, and Breaks Down the Grant Process | 14 Dec 2017 | 01:14:17 | |
Hear more from Cindy on the importance of failure, aligning artistic opportunities with personal values, the process of applying for grants, teaching positions, and residencies, and giving her work the freedom to grow and change.
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| Luke Martin talks Freelance, Leaving School, and Building Creative Friendships | 16 Nov 2017 | 01:01:53 | |
Hear more from Luke on designing gig posters for big-name bands, building friendships with other creatives, how working for cheap diminishes the work of others, his decision to leave college, prioritizing mental health, and building a freelance career.
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| Micah E. Wood talks Networking, Artistic Exchanges, and Authentic Self-Promotion | 02 Nov 2017 | 01:04:28 | |
Hear more from Micah on photographing fellow musicians to develop his freelance career, the importance of creative exchanges between artists, redefining "studio time," authentic self-promotion, and asking for what you want.
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| Amir H. Fallah talks Family, Building Your Own Buzz, and Staying Curious | 19 Oct 2017 | 01:23:42 | |
Hear more from Amir on how family inspires his work and entrepreneurial spirit, how he turned Beautiful/Decay from a zine into a fully fledged business, focusing 100% on his art career, finding galleries as long-term partners, building your own buzz, and staying curious.
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| Rachael Hulme talks Marketing, Finding Your Audience, and the Importance of Research | 05 Oct 2017 | 01:00:40 | |
Hear more from Rachael on being a source of positivity in the classroom, connecting to artists and opportunities online, using research as a tool, marketing your work as a photographer, and finding the right audience.
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| Jenniffer Omaitz talks Networking, Developing Your Voice, and Tracking Your Goals | 21 Sep 2017 | 01:06:15 | |
Hear more from Jenniffer on how she's steadily grown her art career as a painter, installation artist, and bookmaker, establishing herself within her local arts community, developing patience and persistence, and the freedom to weave together her creative pursuits. Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson | |||
| Sara Barnes talks Blogging, Affiliate Marketing, and Taxes | 07 Sep 2017 | 01:07:11 | |
Hear more from Sara on building her illustration blog Brown Paper Bag, developing self-awareness and playing to your strengths, using affiliate marketing and good money management, and how she discovers new talent. Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson | |||
| Beyond the Studio Will Be Right Back! | 08 Jun 2023 | 00:02:27 | |
| Christopher Lin talks Career Switch, the New York Art Scene, and Showing in Galleries | 24 Aug 2017 | 00:55:13 | |
Hear more from Chris on making his career switch from researching in a lab to a studio, plugging in to the New York art scene, applying for everything, following the ebbs and flows of the creative process, and viewing the art world as a living ecosystem. Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson | |||
| Michelle Gomez talks Starting Your Own Business, Staying Positive, and Art as Activism | 10 Aug 2017 | 00:55:29 | |
Hear more from Michelle on bringing her core values as a community builder and curator into her business Creative Unions, finding joy and love as a form of resilience in today's political climate, and using art to tell our stories. Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson | |||
| Nick Hullibarger talks Budgeting, Being Your Own Advocate, and Finding Creative Mentors | 27 Jul 2017 | 01:04:11 | |
Hear more from Nick on learning to advocate for himself at an early age, the importance of finding mentors, how production informs his practice, getting tactical about time, money, and pricing his sculptures, and telling his own story. Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson | |||
| Adam Vass talks Collaboration, Being a Self-Taught Professional, and Balancing Multiple Careers | 13 Jul 2017 | 01:06:53 | |
In this episode, Adam Vass of La Dispute talks about turning his creative interests into multiple career paths as a self-taught designer and musician, how he's made a living from collaborating with friends, and his best advice for his younger self. Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson | |||
| Alyssa Nassner talks Publishing, Branding, and Work/Life Balance | 29 Jun 2017 | 00:59:53 | |
In this episode, Alyssa Nassner shares her insights as both an illustrator AND full-time art director, how to stand out from the crowd in the world of book publishing, the benefit of "branding" your work, and how personal projects feed into professional work. Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
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| Nicole Mueller talks Time Management, Residencies, and "Cold Calling" | 15 Jun 2017 | 00:57:54 | |
In this episode, Amanda Adams interviews fellow podcast host Nicole Mueller about her background in art and running her mural business. Hear more from Nicole on building a career as a painter, juggling multiple creative pursuits, applying to artist residencies, building visual habits to keep track of goals, time, and money, and the power of "cold calling." Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson More! | |||
| Amanda Adams talks Anthropologie, Craft Shows, and Etsy | 15 Jun 2017 | 00:52:24 | |
In this episode, Nicole Mueller interviews fellow podcast host Amanda Adams about her background in art, craft, and running her business Close Call Studio. Hear more from Amanda on her career as a fiber artist and maker, getting her work into stores (like Anthropologie!), selling on etsy, craft shows, the moment she began treating her work like a legitimate business, and learning to start before you're ready. Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson More!
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| Welcome to the Show - Talking Business with Artists and Makers | 09 Jun 2017 | 00:15:55 | |
Amanda Adams and Nicole Mueller welcome you to our new podcast Beyond the Studio, a show for artists, makers, and creative entrepreneurs. We take you into the business side of visual artists & makers, through conversations about the day to day challenges, strategies, and practices that artists have developed in support of their creative work.
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| Adam Holofcener talks Ethics of Copyright, Artist Rights Within Capitalism, and Collective Organizing | 25 May 2023 | 01:42:28 | |
Hear more from Adam on why understanding the law is crucial to creating the more equitable future artists desire, viewing legal writing as a really strange form of poetry, his unique point of view on copyright as both a practicing musician and Executive Director of Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts, artist rights within capitalism especially with the emergence of new technologies like AI, and the importance of collective organizing. beyondthe.studio @beyondthestudio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson | |||
| Natalie Baxter talks Embracing Uncertainty, Exhibiting Work, and How Being a Mother Changes Everything | 11 May 2023 | 01:22:22 | |
Hear more from Natalie on pivoting from a background in video to building a studio practice around her soft sculpture, what she's learned from her husband's career as a freelance photographer about embracing uncertainty, her criteria for saying yes to exhibition opportunities, the realization that being a parent changes everything, moving from the city to upstate New York, doing artist residencies with her family as the mother of two young children, and the value of domestic labor. beyondthe.studio @beyondthestudioIntro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson | |||
| Morel Doucet talks Community-Building, the Power of Storytelling, and Diversifying Your Skillsets | 27 Apr 2023 | 01:31:29 | |
Hear more from Morel on the impact of diversifying his skills & network as an artist, self-funding projects early in his career leading to collaborations with big brands and gallery representation, using every project to further support his friends and community, storytelling as a political act, and creating more equity in the arts through self-advocacy and pooling resources.
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| Bean Gilsdorf talks Staying Nimble, the Importance of Language, and the Working Conditions of Artists | 13 Apr 2023 | 01:24:57 | |
Hear more from Bean on balancing a practice as both an arts writer and visual artist, building and rebuilding community when moving from San Francisco to Poland to Portland, the existential nature of defining success in the arts, using a grant from The Andy Warhol Foundation to study the working conditions of artists in Portland and beyond, and the importance of valuing not just the arts but artists themselves. Annie's Kit Clubs — Podcast sponsor, delivering creativity right to your mailbox with a new craft kit every month and all the special supplies and expert instructions to make something new, no matter your age, skill level, or crafting interest! Get 75% off the first month of a kit subscription with promo code BEYONDTHESTUDIO75 at www.annieskitclubs.com (only applicable to monthly subscriptions) beyondthe.studio @beyondthestudio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson | |||
| Sarah Thibault talks Patrons, Power Dynamics, and Valuing Your Work | 30 Mar 2023 | 01:23:19 | |
Hear more from Sarah as we unpack an email exchange with a potential collector that leads to a larger conversation about power dynamics in the art world, the hidden dangers of giving up control over your own market, retaining agency as an artist, valuing your self and work, and how to make ends meet without selling your soul.
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| Ruby Lerner talks Founding Creative Capital, Building an Infrastructure of Support for Artists, and Reflections on a Career of Advocating for the Arts | 16 Mar 2023 | 01:39:45 | |
Hear more from Ruby Lerner, founding Executive Director of Creative Capital, as she reflects back on her 40 year career advocating for the arts and artists, her advice for emerging arts leaders today, the importance of archiving and personal finance, what it would take to build a nationwide infrastructure of support for artists, and why she remains optimistic about the future.
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