Episode 74: Building a Creative Business That Aligns with Your Vision

This episode explores the first of the three essential steps to grow your creative business: clarifying your vision. Your vision serves as your North Star, guiding every decision you make for your business and helping you stay focused. Without a clear path, it's easy to feel confused, overwhelmed, or stuck. We’ll walk you through practical steps to create a vision for your art business that aligns with your values and future goals. Plus, we’ll discuss understanding your "why" and how that drives everything you do.

If you missed episode 72, check it out to get a full introduction to the 3-step process, which includes essential mindset tips and tricks.

Remember to register for Laura's FREE three-day masterclass, Creative Business Kick-Start happening on September 18, 19, and 20th! It's the perfect follow-up to today's episode.

Key Topics:

- Why It’s Important to Know Your Vision [05:15]

- Understanding Your Why [06:46]  

- Journaling Exercise for Vision Clarity [09:42]

- How to Clarify Your Vision [14:39]

Resources:  

- Laura’s FREE 3-Day Masterclass: Creative Business Kick-Start 18th September 2024 https://www.laurajaneday.com/kickstart 

- Ros’ Free Guide: How to Make an Income As An Artist https://www.permissiontopaint.co/how-to-make-an-income-as-an-artist

- Book Recommendation: Start with Why by Simon Sinek

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Ros Gervay https://www.permissiontopaint.co | https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

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This fortnight, Ros and Laura bring you an interview with Sandra Gale where she takes us through her inspiring journey into the art world, having transitioned from a full-time job into a career as an artist. She opens up about how she made bold moves over the past three years, participating in well renowned design markets such as: Life in Style and Finders Keepers, and how those experiences shaped her business.

Sandra shares how she diversified her art business through wholesale orders and online sales via her website, which includes a wide range of bright, colourful, and fun pieces made using painted paper and collage. Her product line is impressive, featuring:

• Fine art prints
• Art candles
• Fashion items
• Greeting cards
• Original artworks

In addition to creating her own works, Sandra hosts in-person creative workshops that allow others to engage with their own creativity.

However, despite her success, Sandra opens up about reaching the edge of burnout. 

Realising she needed a change, she gave herself permission to pause and reimagine her art business, allowing her the space to reconnect with her creative energy and build a sustainable, joyful future in her art career.

Tune in to hear Sandra's candid reflections on her creative journey, her decision to reshape her business, and the powerful lessons she's learned along the way!

Blow out style and Bar, Adelaide - Hyde Park - exhibition on until November 2024

PODCAST LINKS:

Sandras Website: https://sandragalestudio.com/

Sandras Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandra.gale.studio/

Sandra also has an exhibition on display until November at:

Blow-Out Style and Bar - Hyde Park, Adelaide

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In this episode, Laura and Ros chat about the money side of art business. We dive into mindset aspects including the starving artist mentality and knowing your worth as well as the more practical elements of artwork pricing, profit planning and how to have rewarding sales conversations with potential buyers.

We share three important considerations when setting your art business up for success. From ensuring your confidence in your art products and services to considering how you want to position yourself in the art market, these prompts are not to be missed.

Laura shares some amazing book recommendations on the topic of money and Ros offers a free pricing guide covering 3 pricing methodologies.

We hope that you enjoy this episode!

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Laura’s Goal Setting Guide & Project Planner: https://laurajaneday.com/free

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This fortnight, Ros and Laura bring you a really enlightening interview with Bree Morrison who is a Contemporary Landscape Painter and Human Design Reader. We start off learning a little bit about Bree’s creative practice, how she approaches her artwork through an intuitive painting process. She has spent the last 5 years pursuing her career as a professional painter and has her work displayed in a number of galleries and stockists in Australia. 

In this episode we dig a little deeper with Bree’s journey into art as a child and into adulthood. Then turn to her work in Human Design. For those new to this modality Bree describes this system in an easy to understand way. She describes it as a tool to understand yourself on a deeper level. Bree describes the benefit of knowing and working with your Human Design type  is allowing you to work in a more of an aligned way to your energetic blueprint and to live out what you came here to do. 

We dig into the different energy types and Bree describes in general terms traits of each type. She also uses both Ros and Laura and also herself as examples as we all are different and our strategy and approach to life as a creative person looks very different according to this blueprint. If this has piqued your interest as a personal development tool - we also discuss how you can get a reading done for yourself. The links are available in the show notes. 

We hope that you enjoy this episode!

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INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/breemorrisonart/

Website: https://www.breemorrison.art/

Do your HD chart on Genetic Matrix: https://www.geneticmatrix.com/

BOOK a Human Design Reading with Bree here: 

https://www.breemorrison.art/shop-art/p/human-design-readings-for-artists-and-creativies

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In this episode, Laura interviews Ros on her experience at The Other Art Fair in Sydney. Ros shares where the initial interest in the fair came from and spills the beans on how the fair experience helped her to dismantle a negative internal narrative.

Laura asks all the right questions and Ros talks about the top three reasons for applying to the fair along with an unexpected and exciting outcome.

Together Laura and Ros talk about the personalities which are more suited to the art fair and market model and we workshop ideas for adjusting fair experiences to cater for those with limited energetic capacities.

If you are even considering taking part in an art market or fair, you will discover a number of helpful pointers in this episode on the practical, strategic and mindset fronts.

We hope that you enjoy this episode!

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This fortnight, Ros and Laura bring you an info packed episode with Fair Director for the Australian branch of: The Other Art Fair Luke Potkin. We know many of our listeners are keen to get their work out there and have possibly thought about doing an art fair or a design market / events so we thought it would be a great idea to get Luke on the show to have a chat about what the fair experience is like for Artists. 

Coming from a background in events and interior design Luke talks about the environment of support that the fair aims to create in welcoming both its attendees and featured artists alike. He also shares tips on how best to set up your stall, what to bring along and how to maximise your experience as a stallholder. Luke touches on why artists might consider applying for a fair like The Other Art Fair and describes the benefits to artists careers if they choose to follow this particular opportunity. 

We discuss how to put your best foot forward when attending events like this and how you can maximise art sales. Hopefully by the end of listening to this episode you are convinced to take the next step and apply to showcase your work at the next event. Or at least pick up some valuable tips that you can keep in your back pocket for when you are having sales conversations with potential art buyers. 

We hope that you enjoy this episode!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

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INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theotherartfair/

Website: https://www.theotherartfair.com/

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In this episode of the Paint Rest Repeat podcast, Laura and Ros redefine and simplify the idea of ‘marketing’ and talk about the benefits and how to promote your art business in a way that aligns with your personality and your art goals.

We share that we are both introverts by nature yet have found a way to share our art with the wider world and to increase our visibility and business growth.

Maybe you’re shy? Maybe you haven't got any experience in sales or you worry that the art market is too flooded? In this episode, we pose questions to help you consider whether self-sabotage or other mindset challenges are causing havoc for you. We also share practical tips for working through those!

We hope that you enjoy this episode!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

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This fortnight, Ros and Laura bring you a really incredible and inspiring interview with Wollongong based artist Misha Harrison. This is the perfect episode for those out there that might be interested in exploring the Gallery route. 

Misha is now represented by Sydney Road Gallery in Melbourne. Over her career she has also collected many incredible accolades  including the NAVA Graduating Student Award, the Hazelhurst Artist in Residence, the Liz Jeneid Textile Prize and was selected to exhibit in the North Sydney Art Prize in 2017. She also won the Jumbled Art Superstar Award in 2022. 

In this episode we touch on artist residencies and Misha shares a valuable piece of advice in regards to experimentation. She also talks about a really impressive collaboration that she has in the works. As well as the product lines that she is developing, which you can view on her website. The episode wraps up by emphasizing the importance of mentorship, fostering connections within the art community, and continuous experimentation.

Tune into this insightful episode, especially if you're an ambitious artist seeking inspiration and guidance on your artistic journey.

To keep up to date with all Misha's artwork releases sign up  to her email list on her website. Link below. 

PODCAST LINKS:

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/mishaharrisonart/

Website: https://www.mishaharrison.com.au/

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Jumpstart your art career with this exciting episode of the Paint, Rest, Repeat podcast where Ros and Laura provide you with a comprehensive guide to helping you design your year and smash your goals as an artist.

Laura and Ros dive deep into the challenges of planning a productive year as an artist while managing everyday life. We firmly believe it's never too late to start thinking about your art business goals and the vision you've imagined. This episode is all about planning, setting milestones, and taking actionable steps towards actualizing these goals.

To bolster your journey, Ros and Laura announce that we will be bringing to you a live Zoom workshop designed to guide artists just like you through reflecting on the past year, aligning your approach with your values, and strategizing goals for the year ahead. They promise help that goes beyond the general, offering insightful assistance to grow your art business to reach your envisioned milestones by year's end.

In this podcast episode, Laura and Ros illuminate the power of goal setting and its positive impact on an artist's career. They share personal experiences and offer practical insights to help you achieve your art business milestones. They delve into overcoming hurdles and challenges, turning failures into learnings, nurturing self-belief, and fostering faith in eventual success.

This episode presents crucial goals for emerging and aspiring artists to consider, including portfolio building, skill development, and business strategies like understanding how to approach retail or fine art galleries. They explore a range of relevant topics such as exhibitions, art prizes, online marketing, social media tactics, financial planning, art commissions, and more. The focus is to make the process enjoyable, simple, and stress-free.

Whether you're an emerging artist or established in the field, this episode is loaded with beneficial tips and guidance to improve your creative and business strategy. It concludes with an invitation to the upcoming workshop for more personalised guidance. It's a must-hear episode for anyone looking to elevate their art career.

We hope that you enjoy this episode and that we see you at our upcoming workshop!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

PODCAST LINKS:

Design Your Year event: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/designyouryear

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Friends! You are really going to love this episode! This fortnight, Ros and Laura bring you a practical and inspiring interview with marketing superstar Emily Osmond. Emily is an educator and marketing strategist helping small business owners to develop marketing skills and the confidence to reach more people on social media. 

In this episode we asked for some tips specifically for artists using instagram, we asked her how she would turn a hobby artist instagram account  into a professional artist business account. Emily shares a strategy using 4 different categories when posting on instagram, she gives some really great examples of how to go about this. 

She discusses social proof and trust building with your audience, by sharing sales that you have made, testimonials and reviews as well as press features or any collaborations that you have been involved in. 

Emily also touches on being an introvert and how to build confidence to share yourself and your business online. She gives some really good advice for connecting with your target audience by thinking of one person in particular and speaking directly to them. She also talks about the importance of linking in our social platforms with an email list as well. 

We wind up the conversation with some fantastic actionable tips that you can take today so you can really amp up your social media game. We hope that you enjoy this really incredible interview with Emily!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

PODCAST LINKS:

Emily’s Website: https://emilyosmond.com/

Emily on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyosmond/

Emily’s Podcast: https://emilyosmond.com/podcast/

Emily’s Business Day Out Event: https://emilyosmond.com/day-out

Modern Marketing Collective: https://emilyosmond.com/collective

Design Your Year Workshop: http://www.permissiontopaint.co/designyouryear

Laura’s Goal Setting Workbook: https://laurajaneday.com/free

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In this first episode of the new year, Laura and Ros announce that we will be running a Design Your Year goal setting and annual planning workshop live on Zoom! To save your spot, head to www.permissiontopaint.co/designyouryear so you can set yourself up for a fabulous year ahead!

In this episode we keep it real and share openly about our multiple failures and rejections over the years. We also help you to reframe the concept of ‘failure’ so you can use these occurrences to further your art practice and business.

Befriending failure and rejection as an artist isn't easy, but it's a crucial step in your creative journey. Embrace imperfection, confront your fears, and view these setbacks as opportunities for growth. Remember that even the most celebrated artists faced their share of failures and rejections before achieving success.

Failure is a powerful teacher if you're willing to listen.

We also talk about rubix cubes?!?

We hope that you enjoy this in-depth episode - We love hearing from our listeners, please let us know what takeaways you have from this episode by sending us a DM on Insta!

PODCAST LINKS:

Design Your Year Workshop: http://www.permissiontopaint.co/designyouryear

Lara’s Goal Setting Workbook: https://laurajaneday.com/free

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

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This fortnight, Ros and Laura bring you an interview with period coach Stasha Washburn who is the founder of period coaching school where she breaks the taboo of the women's menstrual cycle. She has written a book on this topic, runs a certification program and  coached 2000+ people and businesses about the power of periods. 

In this episode we talk about her really intriguing area of work and how we can get to know our cycles better for personal empowerment and business success. 

Stasha talks about how she started diving into this work with a Endometriosis diagnosis and following a chronic pain journey trying to figure out a better way to live and work with this condition. In her work she says she has a unique take as she divides the cycle into 5 phases, based on Chinese medicine as well as her own individual research in this area. 

Stasha talks about the benefits of charting your cycle and how that can set you up for success in life and in business, and she describes exactly how to start. She touches on all the 5 cycle phases in her work  and explains the quality of the phases as well as suggestions for tasks and strategies on how to use them to the fullest. 

We hope that you enjoy this really incredible interview with Stasha - We love hearing from our listeners, please let us know what takeaways you have from this episode by sending us a DM on Insta!

PODCAST LINKS:

STASHA ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/stashawashburn/

PERIOD COACHING SCHOOL:  https://periodcoachingschool.com/

STASHA’S BOOK: https://theperiodcoach.com/revolution/

MANDALA: https://theperiodcoach.com/etrc/

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In this episode of Paint Rest Repeat, Ros and Laura dive into the three crucial steps every artist needs to take to grow their creative business. Whether you’re looking to increase your income, diversify your revenue streams, or simply gain more confidence in your art business, this episode is for you. The hosts also discuss the mindset shifts necessary to overcome common hurdles and truly embrace your identity as a professional artist.

What You’ll Learn:

- Step 1: Get Clear on Your Vision

  - Why having a clear business vision is essential.

  - Practical tips on setting goals, creating a business plan, and identifying income streams.

  - A personal story from Ros on how having a clear vision transformed her business.

- Step 2: Build Confidence in Marketing

  - The importance of confidently marketing your art and yourself.

  - Basic marketing strategies including branding, social media presence, and audience engagement.

  - Insights into testing the market and refining your approach.

- Step 3: Collaborate and Network

  - How networking and collaboration can open doors to new opportunities.

  - Tips on building connections within the art community and forming valuable partnerships.

  - Examples of successful artist collaborations.

Mindset Management:

- Why a positive mindset is key to sustaining growth and overcoming challenges.

- Simple strategies like journaling, meditation, and trusting your intuition to maintain a resilient mindset.

Key Takeaways:

- Growing your creative business doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Focus on these three steps: Vision, Marketing Confidence, and Collaboration.

- The right mindset can make all the difference in your journey as a professional artist.

- These foundational steps will be explored in more detail in upcoming episodes.

For You:

- Subscribe: Don’t miss future episodes where we’ll dive deeper into each of these essential steps.

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- Special Offers: Use the discount code PRR200 for a special offer on Laura’s upcoming retreat and join Ros at the Affordable Art Fair Melbourne on August 29th with free tickets.

Resources Mentioned:

- Laura’s Retreat: https://laurajaneday.com/retreat 

- Ros’ Melbourne Art Fair: https://mailchi.mp/e5f496c61624/aaf-free-tickets-2 

- Exhibition Planning Workbook: https://laurajaneday.com/free 

Connect with Us:

- Ros Gervay: https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart https://www.permissiontopaint.co

- Laura Day: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ https://coaching.laurajaneday.com/

“Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.” - Edgar Degas. Embrace the journey and keep creating.

Are you wondering how to sell more artworks? In this positive and constructive episode, Laura and Ros analyse where their artwork sales have come from and share 3 key things you need to do in your art business in order to boost your art sales.

If you are targeting your very first art sale or your next art sale, this episode will give you some powerful pointers for setting your art business up to bring in consistent art sales.

Boosting your sales and artist income involves a combination of artistic talent, marketing skills, and business acumen.

Hope that you enjoy this episode. We love hearing from our listeners, please let us know what takeaways you have from this episode by sending us a DM on Insta!

PODCAST LINKS:

Grab your Instagram Calendar for Artists here: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/resources

Get Laura’s 5 Week Project Planner here: https://www.laurajaneday.com/free

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Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

Join the WAITLIST for Laura’s new 8 week online group coaching program - Go to: https://laurajaneday.com/waitlist

To explore Ros’ business coaching offersvisit https://www.permissiontopaint.co

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This fortnight, Ros and Laura bring you an interview with the incredible self taught artist - Joan Blond. In this episode we talk about how Joan came into her art practice after a life transition, now realising she had grown kids with their own lives - she found herself with more time alone and she found solace in diving into an art practice as something she could do for herself. Having grown up with art when she was younger with her mum being an artist, Joan was interested in developing her skills as a painter. 

She started off painting things that she enjoyed (which she still does to this day) but some of her first subject matter was horses. She started painting them in bright colours then moved onto the broader animal category, she was sharing her work online and people were liking them and buying them and then she started to transition into abstract painting. From sharing her art online she was approached by Art to Art. Joan says that she never approached anyone but galleries would approach her - and it snowballed .

At the start when things were taking off she still kept her job in Law as a legal secretary and she was painting at night. She found that it was becoming really tiring juggling both her commissioned paintings, producing work for stockists and her job. So she decided to get “brave” and follow her dream, and with continued success in her art career she has been painting ever since the day she made that decision to leave!

She had some great exposure when she received a phone call asking if she was happy to have some of her paintings featured on TV show the Block. Two of her paintings were in Kerrie and Spencers home and they won that season! 

Joan has some exciting things coming up - Currently she has a Black Friday Sale on her paintings. As well as a solo exhibition at Gullotti Galleries in Perth - at the start of december 2023 so keep an eye out on Joan’s Instagram to find out the details for both of these events.

Hope that you enjoy this really inspirational interview with Joan - We love hearing from our listeners, please let us know what takeaways you have from this episode by sending us a DM!

PODCAST LINKS:

Follow Joan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joanblond/

Visit Joan’s Art Website: https://joanblondart.com/

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Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

Join the WAITLIST for Laura’s new 8 week online group coaching program - Go to: https://laurajaneday.com/waitlist

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Wondering what you need to know when setting up your in-person art workshop offering? In this episode, Laura and Ros lay it all on the table. Tune in to hear both of our views on art workshops from determining whether or not workshops are a good fit for you to how to set your session pricing.

We share a whole range of actionable tips around:

1. Your Why - We chat about how important it is to consider why you want to run art workshops and also who you want to teach by paying attention to who lights you up.
2. Being Courageous - Whilst you have the skills, it is normal to feel wobbly when you’re a newbie to teaching. If your why and your who are aligned, it is a time for courage. Push yourself out of your comfort zone. Give it a try possibly just with friends first for the cost of supplies. And build from there.
3. Demographics and Venues - Choose which demographic you want to focus on and research if there is a need for your art workshops amongst that demographic in your area. Then scope out venues and attend other people’s workshops to get an idea of how they are run.
4. Collaboration - Choose venues that already have a community associated with them as this will help you get exposure. Collaborate with other artists to facilitate workshops together or tap into local tourism events or explore your council initiatives.
5. Pricing - Calculate the cost of consumable supplies from paint to mineral water plus any space hire costs. Keep in mind that there will be an outlay for the re-usable tools and equipment. Consider the length of time the workshop runs plus travel time, set up, pack up.

Hope that you enjoy this episode. We love hearing from our listeners, please let us know what takeaways you have from this episode by sending us a DM on Instagram!

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PODCAST LINKS:

Get Laura’s 5 Week Project Planner here: https://www.laurajaneday.com/free

Hop on the waitlist for Ros’ ‘How To Make Money From Your Art’ Masterclass here: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/resources

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art for the Heart membership visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co/afh

Join the WAITLIST for Laura’s new 8-week online group coaching program https://www.laurajaneday.com/waitlist

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This fortnight, Ros and Laura bring you an up-beat and inspiring interview with mum and self taught painter Emily Viski. In this episode Emily shares her background story and her interesting journey into art-making.

Coming from a family that encouraged creativity, she shares that she never really thought that she could become a professional artist as she didn't really see anyone around her doing so. Covid led to a shift in her career and that's when she really started to dive into exploring art making and doing online classes along with sharing her art on Instagram. 

Emily shares some great advice for new and beginner artists as well as fellow mums and self taught artists who are wanting to step into making art as a career. After she let go of having to find her style she found that it led to her first commission and then it just flowed from there. 

She also talks about applying for many art prizes - the rejection that comes along with putting in many applications time and time again. As well as sharing some great mindset shifts for aspiring artists that are seeking representation or wanting to enter their art into a prize.  

Emily will be having an exhibition at Eltham Community Gallery, located at Panther Place Eltham - The official opening is on the 3rd of November between 6 to 8pm. Be sure to head on over and say hi to her! The show will hang until the 10th December. There will be an online release of the artwork for sale on 29th October from 7pm - check out Emily’s Instagram for details @emandthelittlejemstudio

Hope that you enjoy this inspiring interview with Emily - We love hearing from our listeners, please let us know what takeaways you have from this episode by sending us a DM!

PODCAST LINKS:

Follow Emily on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emandthelittlejemstudio/

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Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

Join the WAITLIST for Laura’s new 8 week online group coaching program - Go to: https://laurajaneday.com/waitlist

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In this final episode in the series on how to turn your hobby into an art business, Laura and Ros chat about the importance of both mentorship and community when it comes to playing the long game. For an overview of the series, tune into episode 40.

We talk about mentors as people who can see the big picture and help to guide you as you grow as an artist in business. Your mentor could be someone online who you have never met. It could be someone who inspires you through podcasts or books or it could be someone completely outside of the art realm or even someone who has passed.

Community is also non-negotiable. It is our artist community that lifts us up when things are tricky and who offer us hope, inspiration, support and encouragement. Communities of artists ‘get’ one another in a world where artists are often misunderstood.

Tune in to hear the 4 actionable steps for finding your community and your mentor.

PODCAST LINKS:

Laura’s Goal Setting Guide: https://www.laurajaneday.com/free 

Ros’ Art for the Heart community: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/afh 

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Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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This fortnight, we bring you an enriching interview with the talented Salvatore Dibartolo. Based in Melbourne Australia Salvatore created vibrant paintings fueled by his love for travel. As a late starter to his professional art career. He shares his creative background saying that creativity was encouraged within his household and that everyone in his family was gifted with their own particular artistic talents.

He refined his painting technique learning from youtube and looking things up online. Salvatore landed on his current painting style from advice from Nancy Donaldson the CEO and founder of Art Lovers Australia. His paintings fuse his love for travel and in particular Italy as he spent 5 years in Sicily in his 20’s. When he talks about his travels and experiences in Italy you really get a sense for his passion and why he aims to bring that energy into the artworks that he produces. 

In our conversation we touch on aspects of the business of art discussing Salvatores experience in setting up his own website. Which both Ros and Laura think is a great example of a website for those artists who are just starting out - go take a look! We touch on social media and branding as well as representation in Art Lovers Australia, Fenton and Fenton, Art to Art and the Rising Talent competition that he entered. As well as Georgia from the block buying an artwork from him and how that exposure assisted in getting his work recognised. We also talk about his experience producing a range of Prints and his experience with drop shipping.  

Salvatore has really interesting insights to share and we hope that you enjoy this chat - We love hearing from our listeners, let us know what takeaways you have from this episode!

PODCAST LINKS:

Salvatore Website: https://www.salvatoredibartolo.com/

Salvatore Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salvatoredibartolo_art/

Salvatore Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/salvatoredibartoloart/

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For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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In this episode, we chat about how to set goals and intentions for your art business. We share our own personal challenges with fear of failure and comparisonitis and how in adulthood, we have found our brave and embraced self-development in combination with self-kindness in order to achieve the successes we have in our art businesses.

Tune in now to discover our process for goal setting that you can apply to your art business right now.

Setting goals for your art business will help you to define what success means to you both in relation to art business and the rest of your life. When done the right way, goal setting sets you up to achieve happiness, fulfilment and a sense of achievement so you are making the most out of life and living in alignment with your values.

Don’t forget to tune in to episode 40 which summarises the 5 ingredients to turn your hobby into an art business.

Hope that you enjoy this chat. We love hearing from our listeners, let us know what takeaways you have from this episode by sending us a DM over on Instagram.

PODCAST LINKS:

Laura’s Art Biz Goal Setting Guide: https://www.laurajaneday.com/free

Ros’ free community Permission to Paint Free Community: http://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

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Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art for the Heart membership visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co/afh or the Permission to Paint Free Community here http://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

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This fortnight, Laura and Ros are bringing you another interview episode with Patrycja Hannagan or PJ who is a travelling artist with 14 years experience in Fine Art who offers custom murals and teaches and mentors other artists. Currently she is in the midst of a really impressive project of painting 100 murals while travelling around Australia. 

In this chat we dive into PJ’s background starting out as a creative kid in primary school. After leaving school Pj bought a one way ticket, landing herself in Canberra, where she worked and studied business. She says she lost touch with her art for a little while when she transitioned to a corporate sales career. But when she started opening up about her creative side and showing her friends and colleagues new creative opportunities started to come her way from art commissions to teaching.

During the pandemic she got asked to do a mural and after completing the first one referrals kept flowing organically and it took about 3 months for her to transition into art full time. PJ shares some really valuable tips for anyone interested in adding murals as one of their creative income streams. PJ also runs a Facebook group to support other artists called the “Thriving Artists” link below.

Hope that you enjoy this chat - We love hearing from our listeners, let us know what takeaways you have from this episode!

PODCAST LINKS:

PJ’s Website: https://muralnomad.au/

PJ’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mural_nomad/

PJ’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/muralnomad.au/

PJ’s Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/718448713398457/

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Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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This episode is a follow-up to episode 40 where we introduced the 5 ingredients to stepping things up and turning your art hobby into a thriving art business.

In this episode, we dive into strategy (ingredient no.3) and the importance of looking at the big picture when building your art business. We chat about how strategic thinking helps both artists in the beginning stages who are building an art business from scratch and also those who are more advanced and feeling the need to review their direction and possibly redirect and carve out a new path.

Laura and Ros talk about why it is essential to build an art business which suits your lifestyle, who you are and the future you want to have rather than simply following opportunities. We touch on comparisonitis and the value of staying on your own path.

During our conversation, we also explore ways to visualise your future from journaling to vision boards and chats with trusted friends, and we also refer to the various types of art business models available to artists today. Learn more about the business models by tuning into episode 30 “From Starving Artist to Making an Income from Your Art” and download your guide from Ros via the link below.

Ros gets ranty about the concept of multiple income streams and their role when building a sustainable art business. Learn more about income streams with Ros’ ‘Make Money from Your Art’ Masterclass - link below.

Coming up is goal setting and mentoring, so stay tuned for our next episodes!

If you are looking for support and guidance on your artist journey, Laura and Ros both offer mentoring at a range of price points. Don’t be shy - reach out to us via Instagram DMs.

PODCAST LINKS:

Join the Artist Evolution Challenge here: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/artist-evolution

Get your ‘How to Make an Income for Artists’ guide here: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/resources

Join the waitlist for the ‘How to Make Money from Your Art’ Masterclass with Ros: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/resources

Listen to Episode 30 ‘From Starving Artist to Making an Income from Your Art’

Listen to Episode 40 ‘The 5 Steps to Turn Your Hobby Into an Art Business’

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Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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This fortnight, we bring you a really enlightening interview with Laeticia Andrac who is an intuitive business coach from the Essential Shift. 

In this episode we are talking about how we as artists can pay attention to the moon cycles and how to harness its power to create momentum in our arts practice and business. This will be an episode that you might want to grab a pen and paper for, as it is loaded with really amazing information and tips from Laeticia!

We cover what is the best time to be active in our art business and when is a time for rest and reflection. Laeticia shares tips on how to become more present and aware of the moon cycle and start to form a connection with the cycle from a beginners perspective. 

On a full moon she suggests it is a good time to release something - a new offer or painting. Laeticia encourages listeners to have a journal and start to take notice on how you feel at different phases of the moon cycle - suggesting the easiest way to start is by connecting with the new moon. 

If you have ever wondered how you can maximise your energy output this is the episode for you! Laeticia shares the best time in the cycle to be taking action and setting new intentions.  As well as how to pinpoint the ideal time for you to be resting and letting things process. With this new knowledge you will feel more empowered and confident in your business planning, and how to use the cycle of the moon in your creative practice. 

PODCAST LINKS:

Download this FREE beautiful 2023 Moon Calendar for both Northern and Southern Hemisphere: https://www.essentialshift.co/

Essential shift podcast: https://www.essentialshift.co/essential-shift-podcast

Laeticia’s NEW book: https://www.essentialshift.co/lightit

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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This fortnight, Ros and Laura bring you an interview with Bob Baker who is an online entrepreneur, coach, multi-passionate creative, author, speaker, musician and also a lover of improv comedy. He inspires a global audience through his popular YouTube Channel with audio affirmations, positive music and guided meditations. 

Starting his journey though his interest in the written word while he attended grade school. This passion soon turned to the music industry and playing in bands. Bob turned his curiosity to his local music scene in St. Louis Missouri where he produced a music newspaper combining his passion for writing and music. 

Bob had his first book published in 1993 on marketing for the music industry, since then he has authored a number of titles including The Empowered Artist, The DIY Career Manifesto, The Passion Principles, Unleash the Artist Within. In this episode we touch on how Bob found the process for writing a book and he share his insights. We also talk about his creative process in starting new projects with his “jump in and try” approach to launching new ideas into the world. 

This is a very inspiring conversation with a multi-passionate creative which will be sure to spark new ideas and fresh perspectives on what is possible on this creative path. 

PODCAST LINKS:

Bob’s WEBSITE: https://bob-baker.com/

Bob’s INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/mrbuzzfactor/

Bob’s Abundant Life Newsletter: https://bobbakerinspiration.com/free

Bob’s Other Newsletter list: https://bob-baker.aweb.page/creative-entrepreneur

Bob’s BOOKS: https://bob-baker.com/buzz/music-marketing-books/

Bob’s YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@BobBaker

Show Notes:

Barbara Winter - How to make a living without a job:

https://www.amazon.com.au/Making-Living-Without-Job-Revised/dp/0553386603

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For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co

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This episode is a follow-up to episode 40 where we introduced the 5 ingredients to stepping things up and turning your art hobby into a thriving art business.

In this episode, we explore social media, email marketing, art websites and more. If you are looking for more eyes on your artwork, don’t miss this episode!

Sharing your art with a wider world may be driven by a desire to find new buyers, build your community/networks, improve your confidence in communicating about your art practice, build social proof or be a role model and shame buster.

In this chat we not only share practical tips for sharing you art ans also the common mindset blocks that pop up when sharing your art on social media - including perfectionism and the fear of judgement. We also talk about the fear of being spammy and imposter syndrome too.

In conclusion, sharing your art on social media is all about being courageous and showing up. That’s why one of the most common challenges that artists come up against is mindset. If you are looking for support and guidance on your artist journey, Laura and Ros both offer mentoring at a range of price points. Don’t be shy - reach out to us via Instagram DMs.

Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

PODCAST LINKS:

Get your Instagram Calendar for Artists here: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/resources

Get your Project Planner here - https://laurajaneday.com/free

Listen to episode 34 to learn about Instagram specifically.

Listen to episode 39 to learn about email marketing specifically.

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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This fortnight, we bring you a really different interview episode with business and astrology coach Robyn Saurine. Taking a multi-faceted approach to business, she describes what she does as a human potential expert, performance and visual artist as well as a yoga teacher and studio owner.

In this episode we talk about how you can use astrology as a guide for your creative business as well as understanding your personality as an artist  . 

Robyn gives a very detailed overview of how you can start using this system for yourself as an artist.  We would highly advise getting out a pen and paper so you can take some notes for this information packed episode! We also have some links in the show notes to a specific website that Robyn mentions, which can help you to generate your very own astrological chart.

She describes the simplest way to start out is by identifying the element you are - eg: air, fire, water or earth. This will give you information on how you work as a person and inform aspects of your creative business. If you are looking for a more tailored approach Robyn does coaching and one on one readings online. In the session Robyn can provide specific information in regards to your chart and personality as an artist and how that can help you in your creative career.

We won't give too much more info from the episode away ….Tune in now!

PODCAST LINKS:

www.astro.com/horoscope 

www.robynsaurine.com/

www.instagram.com/robynsaurine/

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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In this episode, we revisit the conversation from episode 40 where we shared the five ingredients for turning your art hobby into a fulfilling art business.

Laura and Ros big deeper and chat specifically on the topic of how to find your identity as an artist, find your style, create a volume of work and refine your technique.

We talk through the reasons why artists may seek an art style that is recognisable as their own. Laura describes this as a journey of self discovery and a way to gain clarity and direction. Ros adds that your voice as an artist is more than an aesthetic style, it also relates to the message you want to convey and the impact you want your art to have on the world.

Laura notes that while the stage of finding your style is a fun one, once you have hit your stride as an artist and built your confidence, it is important not to get stuck in the learning phase. The goal must then become to put your learning into practice.

We share these steps for finding your identity as an artist:

1. Set your intentions
2. Do some practical prioritisation - consider your routine, time blocking, boundaries
3. Do the work with awareness around your motivators and how you work best
4. Consider developing a portfolio
5. Do some reflection - journaling/talking

The key tawaway we would like you to gain from the episode is the importance of having clear intentions, committing to them and showing up. These are the factors that will have you making traction

Get Laura’s ‘Crafting Your Artist Statement’ free guide to deepen your understanding of who you are as an artist.

Get Ros’ free masterclass on ‘How to Find your Unique Art Style’ so you can overcome your blocks and learn the best, most practical ways of finding your style.

PODCAST LINKS:

Laura’s free guide ‘Crafting Your Artist Statement’ https://www.laurajaneday.com/free

Ros’ free masterclass ‘How to Find Your Unique Art Style’ https://www.permissiontopaint.co/style

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Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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This fortnight, we bring you a really fun interview episode with the talented floral still life painter Kate Quinn. We talk about all of the amazing things that Kate does in her art business from original oil paintings to prints to tableware and bespoke art classes with her business partner Emily Day. 

Kate talks about “Bloom” the bespoke art experiences that she created in partnership with fellow Brisbane based artist Emily Day. She shares how they wanted to create a really special painting experience hosted in beautiful locations all over Australia. 

Her journey into her art career is an interesting one, with a social work background, Kate focused for many years raising her family and she says that she always had a creative hobby on the side. She started painting because she was really inspired by oil painter Laura Jones (link below).

Her art life really changed when she entered the Jumbled Art Superstar competition that she won in 2020. The next day she went to the bank and set up an official business bank account. Kate talks about how she never sat down to plan her business rather she dived head first and just tried things out along the way. She shares the evolution of developing a homewares product range which is printed locally through Applik (link below). 

Kate talks about being an exhibiting artist and shares information about her upcoming show called “SEASONS” running from 11 - 16 July at Latrobe Art Space. The official opening will be on Thursday 13th July from 6pm. If you are from Brisbane go and check it out!

The exhibition is in Collaboration with: Pia Kuykhoven - painter and ceramic artist as well as Chelsea Baker a seed pod painter (links below).

Ros also mentions a previous Paint Rest Repeat Podcast episode: #38 Our Top Tips for Preparing for a Successful Art Show. 

PODCAST LINKS:

https://www.katequinnart.com/

Bloom Bespoke Art Workshops: https://www.bloomartexperiences.com/

Instagram:  @bloom_art_experiences 

Emily Day: @e_milydaystudio

Pia Kuykhoven: painter & ceramic artist  @pia.kuykhoven.artist

Chelsea Baker: seed pod painter @hello.chelsart

Florist: @flowersvasette

Florist: @bess_paddington

Laura Jones: painter @_laura_jones_

Applik Fabric Printing: @applik_digital_fabric_printing

Jumbled Art Prize: 

https://www.jumbledonline.com/pages/jumbled-art-competition

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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This fortnight, Laura and I bring you a powerful and practical episode to help you step things up and build the creative life that you desire. This episode is relevant for all artists looking for growth and expansion, particularly if you are a hobby artist and want to move into the business or professional space. There is something in here for every artist.

Laura shares her belief that if you have a calling of the heart or a dream to sell your work, it is your duty to honour that on a spiritual level. It is important to set a good example for others such as children or others, so we can break the common societal belief that a creative career is difficult and one of struggle. This dream is possible. And we owe it to the world to role model this for others.

We take you through a 5-part framework for making progress in your art business.

1. The Art & The Identity: We chat about the importance of creating a volume of work, developing your style and refining your technique. This is the stage where you contemplate who you are as an artist. Laura shares a kind piece of advice, to not get lost in this learning phase and to not let perfectionism get the better of you.

2. Sharing Your Art: This part of artist-ing focuses on putting it out there and getting your art out into the world and in front of others’ eyes. This includes social media channels and email marketing too. Key mindset matters to consider here are comparison, perfectionism and imposter syndrome. If these things pop up for you, know you are ‘normal!’

3. Strategy: An essential part of art business is stepping back and looking at the big picture. Research and decide what type of art business you want to build. Also consider what income streams you might want to include in your business. Tune in to Episode 30 to learn more about how to make an income from your art. 

4. Goal and Intention Setting: Knowing your big picture direction and goals and breaking them down into small goals is essential. Check out episode 18 to explore powerful goal setting for artists. What outcome do you hope to achieve by the end?

5. Tapping into Mentorship and Community: Your mentor could be someone online who you have never met. It could be someone who inspires you through podcasts or books or it could be someone completely outside of the art realm or even someone who has passed. Community is also non-negotiable. Listen to episode 7 on how to build community.

If you take only one message away from this episode, we want you to know that you can take your art to the business and professional level. If this is your calling, it is possible.

PODCAST LINKS:

Free Masterclass: How To Find Your Unique Art Style with Ros

Art Biz Goal Setting Guide from Laura

Episode 018 Powerful Goal Setting For Artists And Those In Art Business

Episode 030 From Starving Artist To Making An Income From Your Art

Episode 007 12 Ideas To Help You Build Your Artist Community

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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This fortnight, we bring you another fantastic interview episode with Tash Corbin who is a heart centered business coach. Tash supports women and non-binary people to create and grow their online business using marketing strategies that are consent based that aren't pushy and spammy. Her focus is on helping her clients with marketing strategies that are good at connection and have high conversion rates. 

We talk about the topic of mailing lists and Tash shares some really great insights on growing your audience in an aligned way. She shares some really useful tips for beginners and people that are just starting out building a mailing list and are wanting to make more art sales online. 

We talk about the importance of knowing your niche and why knowing who you are talking to in your marketing helps with sales conversion. Another big point Tash made was in creating trust with your audience and committing to regularly showing up even if it is once a month when starting out. By committing to showing up you are building trust with your potential customers and art collectors. 

We touch on mindset and the topic of perfectionism and how it can get in the way of consistency in email marketing. Tash shares some really practical tips for getting people onto your mailing list from Instagram. 

This is an inspiring episode that is sure to get you motivated to implement all of the practical advice that Tash has to share! Links below to her website and the free training she discusses in this episode. 

PODCAST LINKS:

Tash Corbin’s Freebie: Grow your audience:

https://tashcorbin.com/audience/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tashcorbin/

Website: https://tashcorbin.com/

Watch The Heart Centred Business Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tashcorbincoaching

Links to Emily Osmond on the Heart Centred Business Podcast

https://youtu.be/IrUyCRBJw2c

https://youtu.be/lX4t6vyWDSg

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

Book Your Spot in a Painting and Gin Experience with Laura:

https://laurajaneday.com/gin-painting

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Perhaps you are a newbie to art and have never put on a show before or perhaps you’ve had a break from your artmaking and you’re ready to get out there again. No matter where you are on your journey, art exhibitions are a great idea for a range of reasons.

This fortnight, Laura and Ros chat about the benefits of getting out there and showing your work via an art exhibition, either solo or group. From signalling to the world that you are serious about your art, giving you something meaningful to work towards and a reason to create a cohesive body of work, there are more benefits to putting on an art show than simply sales.

Laura talks about her upcoming solo art show at the Kilderkin Distillery in Ballarat and shares that the purpose of the show is multifaceted. Acting as a mutual marketing exercise, the show will promote her abstract art workshops which are part of a Visit Ballarat initiative and also bring a new audience to the distillery. It is a collaboration. And art sales are a bonus.

Ros points out that art sales are in fact an external gauge of success. As sales are outside of the artist’s control, it is important to look at internal measures of success as well such as personal development, exposure and marketing content benefits.

Laura and Ros cover all the things you should consider when planning a show from choosing a venue; deciding where to hang each artwork; planning the opening event details; knowing how to process sales; marketing your event and so forth. For a full guide, be sure to download Laura’s ‘Exhibition Planning Workbook’ here > https://laurajaneday.com/free

PODCAST LINKS:

Download Laura’s ‘Exhibition Planning Workbook’! https://laurajaneday.com/free

Book Your Spot in a Painting and Gin Experience with Laura:

https://laurajaneday.com/gin-painting

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Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

Book Your Spot in a Painting and Gin Experience with Laura:

https://laurajaneday.com/gin-painting

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This fortnight, we bring you another extra special interview episode with fellow artist Maggi McDonald. Who is a full time abstract painter based in Sydney. Maggi shares with us her journey in becoming an artist starting with going back to design school when her son was in Kindergarten 7 years ago. 

Maggi started her art business by painting commissions for family members and sharing what she was working on via Instagram. During her career Maggi has secured many licensing deals and she shares in this interview how she started out printing her work onto products. We talk about some exciting opportunities that she has been presented with along her art journey. 

Maggi shares openly about what the catalyst was for her in pursuing art, and how she used painting as a way to heal from trauma and heartache. At this point she decided life was short and that she needed a creative outlet so she enrolled in a surface design course as a mature aged student. Maggi shares an empowering message for women to look after themselves and pursue their own dreams. 

We dig into art licensing for visual artists and Maggi shares her wealth of knowledge in this area.She shares about the mutual benefit in collaborating with brands. There is a lot of detail in this episode for listeners who want to get started with licensing. Maggi also runs social media workshops and has some e-books and tools to help artists on her website, please see the podcast links below. 

PODCAST LINKS:

Maggi’s Website: https://www.maggimcdonald.com/

Maggi’s New Ebook: https://www.maggimcdonald.com/collections/ebooks/products/300-hashtags-for-artists

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maggimcdonaldart/

TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@maggimcdonaldart

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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This fortnight, fellow artist mentor and arts broadcaster Willamina Russo sits on the other side of the interview table and lets Laura and Ros ask the questions. Willamina has been mentoring artists for three years now and is driven to help artists to take the next right step.

We chat about the different ways of being a successful artist and touch on the importance of considering both the intrinsic and extrinsic success measures. Willamina shares some golden tips on managing comparisonitis and Laura addresses the overwhelm that can occur when new artists are starting out.

In this interview, we cover:

• Why mastering your craft comes before all else and how to do just that
• The career avenue options available to you
• The importance of being able to clearly communicate about your art
• Why you need to find your style

You can get to know Willamina by checking out her socials, her website and also her podcast: Interview with an Artist.

PODCAST LINKS:

What Does Success Mean To You As An Artist - Episode 35

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0pw19yRITz3nK3Q4L88ekH?si=cab4b64635d547ff

From Starving Artist To Making An Income From Your Art - Episode 30

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6uHsTcqf3s8ztDYYyr5vwS?si=MDkBdDgIQpSonR1GIICWCQ

Willamina Russo’s podcast - Interview With An Artist

https://open.spotify.com/show/5is8oZzj58rl3oKtZ4ers5?si=61ebf089115a4621

Willamina Russo’s website

artist mentor | arts broadcaster | Willy Russo | wilaminarusso art dealer

Willamina Russo’s Instagram

artist mentor & broadcaster (@wilamina_russo) • Instagram photos and videos

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This fortnight, Laura and Ros are bringing you another chatty episode! The theme for this conversation is - are you where you want to be in your art career and business?

We dive into reflection on - what does success actually mean to you? And consider how your art career fits into your lifestyle and holistic picture of your life as an artist. 

We refer listeners back to some previous conversations that may be helpful for creatives that are focusing on their studio practice for now but are wanting to take the next step and sell some of their work. “Powerful Goal Setting For Artists And Those In Art Business” - Episode 18 and “From Starving Artist To Making An Income From Your Art” - Episode 30 - Links below. 

Ros also talks about the group show that she is apart of (which is opening Wednesday March 29th) at the Corner Gallery in Myrtle St, Stanmore. The opening is from 5pm to 9pm - Grab your ticket for your chance to meet Ros and all of the other talented female artists that are a part of the show!

FLORESCENCE GROUP SHOW LINKS:

Sami Sparrow 020 - https://www.instagram.com/samisparrow020/

Sandra Gale Studio - https://www.instagram.com/sandra.gale.studio/

Rachel Moodie (Darling Mills Studio) - https://www.instagram.com/darlingmillsstudio_gallery/

Carmel Slater - https://www.instagram.com/carmelslaterart/

Rach Jackson - https://www.instagram.com/rach.jackson.art_/

Steph Wallace - https://www.instagram.com/steph.wallace.art/

Book your spot for the FLORESCENCE opening on the 29th March:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/florescence-art-show-opening-tickets-534662067637

They briefly touch on the project Laura is currently working on with Visit Ballarat 

Abstract Art and Ballarat Gin

The first workshop date starts 25th March and will run monthly throughout the year.

Guests arrive at Kilderkin Distillery at 2pm on Saturday. Partake in a Gin Tasting flight with artisan crafted gin made at Kilderkin Distillery. Learn about the botanicals infused in the gin and then move by car or by foot to Laura's private art studio for a fun Abstract painting workshop. To find out more visit: https://laurajaneday.com/gin-painting

PODCAST LINKS:

Powerful Goal Setting For Artists And Those In Art Business - Episode 18

https://open.spotify.com/episode/01lnKxCe9JmhrAwKDSxHkA?si=mrf5nrctSny7t-NLhStq7A

From Starving Artist To Making An Income From Your Art - Episode 30

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6uHsTcqf3s8ztDYYyr5vwS?si=MDkBdDgIQpSonR1GIICWCQ

Lewis Howes Podcast:

https://open.spotify.com/show/07GQhOZboEZOE1ysnFLipT?si=47a06b063f4a4917

Book your spot on 29 March for Ros’ Group show FLORESCENCE:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/florescence-art-show-opening-tickets-534662067637

Book Your Spot in a Painting and Gin Experience with Laura:

https://laurajaneday.com/gin-painting

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Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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In this episode, Laura and Ros chat about why and how to build your artist income by introducing a teaching element to your art business. The key benefits we discuss are the financial stability that teaching offers art business owners and also the networking and visibility benefits that teaching provides.

We discuss a whole range of options in the teaching and facilitation space so you can find a version of teaching that suits you as a unique artist even if you are introverted and more on the reserved side.

Laura shares how she has journeyed from facilitating printmaking workshops to hosting her very first art and wellness retreat in Vietnam. Learn more here: https://laurajaneday.com/retreat

Ros talks about all the many teaching forms she has been involved in from running adult art classes on Zoom to coaching rising artists on their journeys to becoming proud owners of profitable and fulfilling art businesses. If you are looking to grow your art income, make sure you join the free 5-day Artist Evolution Challenge here: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/artist-evolution

We hope that you enjoy this episode!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

PODCAST LINKS:

Laura’s Art Retreat in Vietnam 2025: https://laurajaneday.com/retreat

Ros’ Art Biz Challenge (28th July 2024 kick-off): https://www.permissiontopaint.co/artist-evolution

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And to book a creative business coaching session with Laura please visit: https://coaching.laurajaneday.com/

To explore Ros’ business coaching offers visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co

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If you are wondering if you should start an art account over on Instagram or if you should walk away from the platform altogether, this episode is for you! In this episode, Laura and I bring you the inspirational Jade Warne from the Small Business Growth Club.

A photographer, videographer and IG growth coach, Jade helps small business owners to make money online. At a really low cost.

Instagram can be a bug bear with the shift to favoring video content and reels, and the fact that Instagram seems to be ever-changing. Jade addresses this overwhelm and encourages artists like you to pop yourself in the driver’s seat and decide whether or not Instagram is the place for you.

If you do choose to give Instagram a go, Jade recommends using all 5 surfaces - the feed, stories, reels, DMs and lives. Like an entire world to discover, Jade suggests exploring one surface at a time. She shares that the least used surfaces are lives and also DMs, which means that they offer you the most opportunity for growth.

Intrigued? Come on over and tune in to this value-packed episode which addresses the mindset work, the hurdles to selling and why YOU are the one in control.

We hope that you enjoy the Show!

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This episode is sponsored by:

Ros’ Facebook community for heart-centred creative women - Permission To Paint Free Community. If you like to make art, no matter your level or medium, we’d love to welcome you! Join here now >>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

EPISODE LINKS:

Follow Small Business Growth Club on Instagram: www.instagram.com/smallbusinessgrowthclub/

Jade's Content Planner: Get it here

Register for the next CashFest: www.smallbusinessgrowthclub.co/join-cashfest-2023

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ membership as well as in-person painting workshops and other offerings please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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Stay tuned for more episodes being released every two weeks!

In this episode we are talking all things “Collaboration” - and sharing ideas on how you can find success and expand your reach with these types of opportunities. As artists we are usually working alone in the studio, so it is nice to seek out ways to work with others on projects to help keep us motivated, while also gaining extra exposure for our work. 

Collaboration is a great way to build brand awareness as an artist and get your name out there. Ros and Laura share two different big collaborations that are participating in for 2023. 

They share examples of types of collaborations that you could pursue to gain exposure and extend your networks as an emerging artist. They also list a whole heap of other artists' names in this episode - scroll down to see links for you to check out their work!! 

Ros shares her exciting collaboration opportunity. Which is a group show of modern botanical artworks by Australian female artists. The exhibition will be an exploration of each artist’s response to the natural environment and their different approaches to fine art. 

ROS COLLABORATION DETAILS:

Group Show: Florescence

Exhibition Dates: 29 March to April 4th 2023

Location: The Corner Gallery, Stanmore

https://thecornergallerystanmore.com/

OPENING NIGHT: Wednesday March 29th 2023

Free tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/florescence-art-show-opening-tickets-534662067637

LAURA COLLABORATION DETAILS: 

Council Collaboration:

Creative Tourism Development Program

Botanical Abstract and Gin Experience

First workshop date starting 25th March and will run monthly throughout the year.

Guests arrive at Kilderkin Distillery at 2pm on Saturday. Partake in a Gin Tasting flight with artisan crafted gin made at Kilderkin Distillery. Learn about the botanicals infused in the gin and then move by car or by foot to Laura's private art studio for a painting workshop. 

PODCAST LINKS:

PAINTING COLLAB:

Cameron Forsyth and Kasia Frankowicz  - artwork collaboration - 

https://www.instagram.com/cameronforsythart/

https://www.instagram.com/kasia.artist/

GROUP SHOW:

Sami Sparrow 020 - https://www.instagram.com/samisparrow020/

Sandra Gale Studio - https://www.instagram.com/sandra.gale.studio/

Rachel Moodie (Darling Mills Studio) - https://www.instagram.com/darlingmillsstudio_gallery/

Carmel Slater - https://www.instagram.com/carmelslaterart/

Rach Jackson - https://www.instagram.com/rach.jackson.art_/

Steph Wallace - https://www.instagram.com/steph.wallace.art/

Wendagrant - https://www.instagram.com/wendagrant/

OTHER LINKS:

Bio Cup - https://www.biopak.com/au/about/biocup-art-series

Visit Ballarat - https://www.visitballarat.com.au

Creative City Ballarat: https://www.instagram.com/creativecityballarat/

Kilderkin Gin Distillery: https://www.instagram.com/larrikingin/

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

This episode is sponsored by:

Laura’s Creative Kick-Start Coaching Sessions. For aspiring artists who are seeking clarity and direction in their Art Biz - To find out more go to: https://laurajaneday.com/creative-coaching 

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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In this episode, Laura and Ros chat about whether it is OK to copy another artist’s work. Are you allowed to copy an artwork you see on Pinterest? Can you sell that artwork? How much do you need to change that artwork before you sell it? Can you create an artwork during a workshop either in-person or online and then share it on social media? Can you sell that work? Where is that line?

We unpack what copyright is and what intellectual property is in the context of the arts and how knowledge of this can help you as you transition into a professional art practice.

Ros shares how important external influences are on one’s art practice and how our art is a mix-up of all of our previous art experiences. Laura adds that it is ‘normal’ to be influenced by your evolving tastes and experiences over time in areas like music, art, childhood, experimentation and how all of these factors have an impact on her art practice.

Laura and Ros chat about artworks resulting from workshops or courses and whether or not they can be shared on social media or sold. We discuss what good etiquette is and reference the beautiful Elizabeth Gilbert who states in her book Big Magic that “we must imitate before we innovate.” Tossing around the concept that nothing is ever truly original, we suggest that trying things on and experimenting with various styles is an essential part of the art process and your journey as a creative.

Ros chats about why she recommends for her students to complete as many courses as possible, so that their toolkit is truly a mash-up and they can pic and choose all the little bits that relate to their own style.

We hope that you enjoy the Show!

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This episode is sponsored by:

Ros’ Art For The Heart Membership for creatives wanting to create regularly and dive deeper into their art journey. For more info, head here: http://www.permissiontopaint.co/afh

EPISODE LINKS:

Australian Arts Law

Elizabeth Gilbert

Austin Kleon - Steal Like An Artist

Unsplash

Andy Warhol

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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This fortnight, Laura and Ros are bringing you an interview with Tessa Bartholomew who is an Intuitive Abstract Artist from the Adelaide Hills. In this episode we chat about her background with art from studying graphic design to what she is doing today.  

Recognizing that sitting behind the computer all day doing graphic design didn't suit her, Tessa shares how she made the move to Melbourne and started doing visual merchandising and events. She describes how she was working with big clients in a fast paced industry making their exhibition stands for trade show events. Which she recalls as being “very cool but also very stressful”.

Tessa continued to work for a similar company in Adelaide when she returned. We touch on the topic of burn-out and the health challenge that led Tessa into wanting to reduce stress and follow her passion for art full time. After this life altering event she realized she needed to do things to help herself heal and recover, which led to a big lifestyle change.

Painting had always been humming away in the background for her while she had her corporate career. She had started off doing paintings for friends and then progressing to selling to people she did not know. 

At the start of 2022 was when she quit her events job and made the transition to full time art. Ros points out that from her varied work background it builds a good foundation of skills that all tie together to aid in a career as an artist. Tessa has since continued to focus her energy on her own art business venture. 

Tessa shares some big insights from her journey so far, including: 

• Reducing stress and learning to rest
• Pursuing new creative opportunities 
• Sharing art online and putting yourself out there
• Mindset shifts that she had to make to transition to art full time
• Giving herself permission to do things that make her happy
• Embracing inconsistent income as an artist
• Being strategic in planning a financial buffer for her art business

There are many lessons, we could keep the list going and going, but you will have to tune in to see what Tessa has to share!

We hope that you enjoy the Show!

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This episode is sponsored by:

Laura’s Creative Kick-Start Coaching Sessions. For aspiring artists who are seeking clarity and direction in their Art Biz - To find out more go to: https://laurajaneday.com/creative-coaching 

EPISODE LINKS:

Tessa on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/tessa.marie.art

Tessa’s Website: https://www.tessamarieart.com/

Erika Cramer - the queen of confidence: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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In this episode, Laura and I get real. We lay out the options available to you for making money out of your art and the various business models you can choose from as a modern-day artist. We debunk the idea of ‘commercial art’ being dirty and explain why you must make money to make art.

In this day and age, we have access to tools and technology that have never existed before. It is the best time in living history to be an artist and we need to take advantage of the opportunity. If we don't, it would be doing a dis-service to the artists who paved the way for us.

We share the four options put forward by well-known author Jeff Goins in his book “Real Artists Don’t Starve” - commercial art, the patronage model, self-patronage and poverty.

1. Make commercial art where your art is a commodity which you sell to the market
2. Engage in the traditional artist patronage model where a wealthy benefactor pays for your livelihood while you create your work
3. Choose self-patronage where you find a way to fund your own art practice by getting a second job either in the art realm or outside of the art scene
4. Where the artist chooses poverty and creates art from that struggle

We also dive into the various business models we have seen in the art arena so you can think about how you currently fit in or how you want to fit in:

1. Fine Art Galleries. This is a commercial model where your original work is your only product, and you work with high-end fine art galleries to sell your work. You are represented by a gallery and exclusivity is a factor. They provide you with direction and they take a commission. E.g., Australian artist Wendy Sharpe

2. Retail Galleries. This is another commercial model where you work with galleries such as Art to Art, Fenton and Fenton, Greenhouse Interiors or Jumbled Online. They show your art, stock your art, take a commission. Usually there is no exclusivity.

3. Self-Representation:

a. Shop/Gallery. You do not rely on any sort of gallery. You have your own market stall or trade show presence or retail shop. Often you turn your art into products including prints, linen, clothing. E.g., Bromley / Ken Done / Grotti Lotti.

b. Online. You do not rely on any sort of gallery. You retail your own original art, prints, products via your own website and online presence. E.g., Tahlia Stanton and Tiff Manuel.

4. Hybrid Model. This is a combination of self-representation and self-patronage where you have a job to fund your practice. E.g., Susan Nethercote - originals prints + commissions + teaching; Ange Miller - originals + teaching; Rach Jackson - originals, murals, licensing.

GET THE GUIDE HERE >>> https://www.permissiontopaint.co/how-to-make-an-income-as-an-artist

We hope that you enjoy the Show!

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This episode is sponsored by:

Ros’ Art For The Heart Membership for creatives wanting to create regularly and dive deeper into their art journey. For more info, head here: http://www.permissiontopaint.co/afh

EPISODE LINKS:

Download the guide here >>> https://www.permissiontopaint.co/how-to-make-an-income-as-an-artist

Jeff Goins https://goinswriter.com/

Robyn Saurine Robyn Saurine (@robynsaurine) • Instagram photos and videos

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Episode 29

Interview With Eliza Ludwig And How To Price Your Art

We are back with another interview episode! Today we are talking to Eliza Ludwig a Business Wealth Coach. 

We are diving into the world of finance again which for some artists may feel a bit daunting… Eliza knows her stuff and shares some tips for creatives who may feel a little tentative around this subject. She discusses the importance of structuring your business to make enough money to survive but then also to do those passion projects (for example give to charity).

Through her business - The Flow Society - Eliza works with clients to look at their pricing and develop different income streams, business income forecasting and more.  

Ros, Laura and Eliza discuss the mindset shifts required for artists wanting to start to sell their artwork and implement different ways to bring money into your business or just to make some money back to pay for art supplies.

This episode also touches on:

• The challenge artists face in implementing money management strategies 
• The “stories” pick up about money and how it hold us back
• Evaluating different income streams for artists
• How she works with clients through a lens of Value and Time
• Product pricing using Values and Goals
• How planning is important for income forecasting for Artists in business 

For Eliza's “Pricing Download” go to the link in bio via Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/the_flow_society

We hope that you enjoy the Show!

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This episode is sponsored by:  

Laura’s Creative Kick-Start Coaching Sessions. For aspiring artists who are seeking clarity and direction in their Art Biz - To find out more go to: https://laurajaneday.com/creative-coaching 

EPISODE LINKS:

Eliza’s Website: https://www.theflowsociety.com.au/

Eliza’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_flow_society

Profit First - https://mikemichalowicz.com/profit-first/

Susan Nethercote: https://www.susannethercote.com/

Episode 21 on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/021-ideas-to-help-you-make-more-money-from-your-art/id1597004305?i=1000577841497

Episode 21 on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4N7fShb4K3zX3PzbqoPRuT

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In this episode, Laura and Ros cover the topic of artist documents. We chat about artist CVs, artist statements and artist bios and discuss WHY we need them; the difference between them and what to include in each of them. Laura has even made you a workbook on this topic, so scroll on down and download that bad boy ASAP!

Whilst not all artists will feel confident in their writing ability, these documents play a key role when applying for an art prize or gallery show or creating a press release, a website or even just a marketing flyer. Written information about yourself and your practice is key to growing your profile.

Artist Bio - A short description about yourself and who you are as an artist. It includes what inspires you and a little bit about your practice. Keep this concise. It is a brief profile of you. Do not go into detail on your education, prizes etc. Keep it short and snappy.

Artist CV - This is like a resume, specific to your arts career. It includes exhibitions, publications, educational background. It is a comprehensive document that you use when applying for grants and funding, galleries, large exhibitions etc.

Artist Statement - This document compliments pieces of your art, usually in the context of an exhibition or gallery application. In this statement, you can go into more depth about your inspiration and also your location if relevant. It is a sales tool and helps to give context to your artwork and invites a deeper connection with your work. An artist statement helps others to read into your artworks and the elements, themes, ideas, processes, techniques and so forth.

GET THE FREE WORKBOOK HERE >>> Resources — laura jane day

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This episode is sponsored by:

Ros’ Facebook community for heart-centred creative women - Permission To Paint Free Community. If you like to make art, no matter your level or medium, we’d love to welcome you! Join here now >>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

EPISODE LINKS:

Download the workbook here >>> https://laurajaneday.com/resources

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ artwork please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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We are back with another interview episode! Today we are talking to the inspiring and amazing Ange Miller.

We ask her about her journey into art and she recounts how she always loved making things and how art became a sacred space for her. She describes art as being an anchor for her soul  in her younger years.

While studying she recounts how she struggled with performance anxiety. Ange felt like there was no place for her, she describes the many challenges she experienced after graduation entering into a really dark place. She was invited by her previous Tutor - Andy Collis to assist in the classroom and within a year she was taking a class of her own and making up lesson plans. 

In the episode we ask her about “art school wounding” Ange gets fired up on this topic describing it as a broader “Education Wound” starting in primary school: and how students are not validated or recognised for what is uniquely inside of them. 

Ange states that the key to overcoming this wound is - Confidence - and becoming the author of our own life. She shares that - each of us has a unique message and by getting back in touch to the deepest part of ourselves we can access this. Ange says that Creativity is the foundation to life and it is energising when we find authentic flow. 

Ange also shares some valuable insights into:

• Learning to let go
• Fostering a long term love affair with your art
• How energy is often underestimated in the painting process
• Her unique Commission process
• The Instagram treadmill
• How articulating your story “sells the art”

To find out more about Ange’s Abstract Refinery course go to: https://www.angemillerart.com/creativity-coaching

We hope that you enjoy the Show!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

This episode is sponsored by:  Laura’s Creative Kick-Start Coaching Sessions. For aspiring artists who are seeking clarity and direction in their Art Biz - To find out more go to: https://laurajaneday.com/creative-coaching 

Ros’ Art For The Heart Membership for creatives wanting to create regularly and dive deeper into their art journey. For more info, head here: http://www.permissiontopaint.co/afh

EPISODE LINKS:

Ange Millers Website: https://www.angemillerart.com/

Ange Miller on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angemillerart

Andy Collis: https://www.instagram.com/andy.collis

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For more information about Ros’ membership as well as in-person painting workshops and other offerings please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

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In conversation with Laura, Ros unpacks art prizes, why to consider it and what is involved in the entry process. She shares her journey to date and how a single art prize and her finalist position opened up opportunities.

Laura shares that art prizes are a chance to learn and grow, reflect, learn who you are as an artist and gain clarity around what you want to communicate to the world through your work. Art prizes provide artists with direction, something to work towards, a goal, something to share on socials, community and they help to add structure to your year.

There is more to art prizes than winning.

Ros and Laura chat about the mindset element of the art prize entry process and share how common it is to feel rejection and disappointment when unsuccessful in an art prize application. We suggest that you listen to Episode 12 where we interview curator Philippa Demase and discuss how curators choose work for prizes. Hint: There is more to it than just you and your work. 

Laura and Ros suggest that you spend some time researching art prizes and find appropriate matches for your art, reminding you that you are looking for a prize that is a good fit for YOU as an artist. DO NOT CHANGE YOUR ART to suit an art prize.

There is so much in this episode so definitely take a listen and get the free download via the link below.

We hope that you enjoy the Show!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

This episode is sponsored by:

Ros’ Art For The Heart Membership for creatives wanting to create regularly and dive deeper into their art journey. For more info, head here: http://www.permissiontopaint.co/afh

EPISODE LINKS:

Art Prize Guide download: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/how-to-enter-art-prizes

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ membership as well as in-person painting workshops and other offerings please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

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This fortnight, Laura and Ros are bringing you another interview episode with Ballarat based artist Susan Nethercote. If you haven't heard of Suse before, she is an abstract botanical painter, she has found success in many aspects in her art career and she is an all round lovely person. 

Laura has known Suse for many years from working in her studio and also featuring in Susans’ Podcast - The Studio Insider Podcast. Suse coached Laura through the process of getting ready for her very first Solo Exhibition, if you haven't had a listen, go and check it out! Link below.

In the interview Suse shares about:

• How she started off in the Fashion Design industry in Melbourne
• That her painting journey started not long after having kids 
• Making art took on powerful healing journey healing past traumas
• The first art sales come from sharing with friends and family on social media
• The many twists turns and evolutions that her art business has taken her on
• Her new exhibition and her first solo show 
• She also discusses times and seasons in art business 
• Her experience with burn out, anxiety and insomnia
• Diagnosis and treatment for adhd 

The Exhibition details are:

Date: November 5th - 27th 2022

Venue: The Old Butcher’s Shop Gallery

112 Seymour Street

Soldiers Hill, Ballarat

Open times: 1-5pm Saturdays, Sundays and by appointment during the week.

Opening Celebration Saturday 5th November from 4pm - 6pm

Suse also mentions a live Podcast recording event that she has planned in the Gallery on the 19th of November. Go and follow Susan on her socials to keep updated!

We hope that you enjoy the show!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

This episode is sponsored by The Paint Rest Repeat First Birthday Party! Come and celebrate with us in Melbourne on Saturday 12th November. 

Get your free ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/paint-rest-repeat-podcast-meet-up-tickets-434643258687

EPISODE LINKS:

Susan on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/susan.nethercote/

Sasans’ Websites: 

https://www.susannethercotestudio.com/

https://www.susannethercote.com/

Studio Insider Podcast Episode 1: https://www.susannethercotestudio.com/podcast/susan-nethercote/e1

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For more information about Ros’ membership Art For The Heart and courses please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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This fortnight, Ros and Laura bring you an interview with Marnie McKnight who is an internationally collected abstract expressionist artist. She has been the finalist in the SBS Landscape Prize, the Online Portrait Prize and the Bluethumb Art Prize multiple times. Marines work has featured in several magazines and exhibitions, including a sell out stand at The Affordable Art Fair in Melbourne 2019 and was top seller at St Thomas’ Art Fair 2019. 

Since establishing her online art business she has remained one of Bluethumb’s top selling artists. In this conversation we get a look into how Marnie operates her successful online art business from home. Shae shares the origin story behind her entrance into the art world. Her successes and also some really practical tips on shipping and packing artworks. 

We hope that you enjoy this episode!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

PODCAST LINKS:

Marnie’s WEBSITE: www.marniemcnight.com

Marnie’s INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/marniemcknightart/

Marnie’s BLUETHUMB: https://bluethumb.com.au/marnie-mcknight/bio

Show Notes:

Sarah Rowan - https://www.instagram.com/artistsarahrowan/

George Hall - https://www.instagram.com/george_hall_art/

Maggie McDonald - https://www.instagram.com/maggimcdonaldart/

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Laura’s Art Retreat in Vietnam 2025: https://laurajaneday.com/retreat

Ros’ Art Biz Challenge (28th July 2024 kick-off): https://www.permissiontopaint.co/artist-evolution

Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

And to book a Creative business coaching session with Laura please visit: https://coaching.laurajaneday.com/

To explore Ros’ business coaching offers visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co

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We’re continuing the conversation this week on how to make progress in your art business.

Ros and Laura talk about the importance of playing the long game no matter your persona. They chat about the fact that good things take time, no matter how hard that pill is to swallow. Ros shares her experience with approaching dreams with high energy and being reminded that sustainability and balance are essential to long term success in art business.

Ros says “It's really important to set your goals, to know what you want, to allow yourself to dream, make plans to get of closer to those dreams but it is OK for your growth to be a little bit slower than your heart desires it to be so that you can maintain that growth and continue growing your art business in a steady way that is sustainable.”

Laura raises the topic of perfectionism and points out its dark side and how it can hold you back from success. The “all or nothing” approach, “perfect or not at all” can really wreak havoc and stop our dreams from taking shape.

Laura suggests casting perfectionism and comparison aside and “really tuning into that gut feeling and that intuition. Setting goals around not what you feel like you should be doing to be a successful creative business owner but instead thinking about what sort of lifestyle I want and then identifying actions that can move towards that aligned goal.”

Ros and Laura touch on many other topics in this chat:

• Feelings Based Goals
• Outcome Based Goals
• Importance of structure and systems in art business
• How to deal with resistance and procrastination
• Why we follow joy

Get your FREE goal setting workbook here: https://laurajaneday.com/shop-/p/art-biz-goal-setting-guide

For more on this topic, tune in to Part 1 (Episode 23) where this conversation began.

We hope that you enjoy the show!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

This episode is sponsored by The Paint Rest Repeat First Birthday Party! Come and celebrate with us in Melbourne on Saturday 12th November. Get your free ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/paint-rest-repeat-podcast-meet-up-tickets-434643258687

EPISODE LINKS:

Tash Corbin - https://tashcorbin.com/

Sarah McKenzie - https://www.instagram.com/sarah.mckenzie.art/

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ membership Art For The Heart and courses please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

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Ros and Laura are back for another episode this fortnight and are talking about how to make progress in your art biz!

They discuss what that might look like, as every artist is different. Each individual will have different visions for their future and they may have different values and goals that all play a part in what you choose to focus on. Both Ros and Laura share how they have made progress in their art businesses over the years and share some tips for those who are possibly at the hobby level artist wanting to take their art into a more serious endeavour. 

Ros shares that it has been through a whole lot of trial and error and Laura wholeheartedly agrees with this, its part of business and life. In this episode they also cover feelings of self doubt that come up when running a business.

Laura discusses holding a clear picture of what your goal is and taking aligned action. Suggesting some ways to do this by tapping into your intuition, personal introspection and visualisation. 

Ros and Laura share some helpful tips such as: 

• Being open to learning 
• Visualising your dream business
• Not getting too caught up in other people's successes
• Quiet the noise and tap into your own ideas and vision
• Becoming more consistent in showing up for yourself
• Being open to new opportunities
• Finding accountability buddies to check in with

Laura discusses the concept of becoming 1% better every day which is from the Atomic Habits book by James Clear - link below. Ros also touches on topics around consistency and scheduling for artists in business. 

We felt there was so much more to say on this topic, we have split it up into a two part series. So tune in next fortnight to keep the conversation going.

We hope that you enjoy the show!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

This episode is sponsored by: Laura’s Creative Kick-Start Coaching Sessions. For aspiring artists who are seeking clarity and direction in their Art Biz - To find out more go to: https://laurajaneday.com/creative-coaching 

EPISODE LINKS:

Atomic Habits - James Clear - https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits

Julie - Plan Your Market - https://www.instagram.com/planyourmarket/

Sarah McKenzie - https://www.instagram.com/sarah.mckenzie.art/

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Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ membership Art For The Heart as well as in-person painting workshops and other offerings please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

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This fortnight, Laura and Ros chat with money mindset coach Sarah Falkinder and explore the complex relationship between artists and money.

Based in Ballarat NSW Australia, Sarah is an expert in all things finance and is passionate about helping others to master money so that they can create their best life. Think empowerment, purpose and simplification!

Together we deep dive into the topic, investigating a range of blocks and unhelpful scripts that hold many artists back from financial success like:

• They don’t call them starving artists for nothing.
• I’m not good at managing money.
• I’m not responsible enough with money.
• Art is a financially risky career choice
• I’m no good at numbers.

We also chat about ways of overcoming those roadblocks and hurdles from analysing your history, your values and your money archetype. Sarah offers a free archetype survey which you can check out via the link below. Sarah talks about the importance of this holistic approach and this alignment in helping artists to achieve the right goals in an aligned way.

Sarah shares some seriously epic golden nuggets in this episode. Be sure to listen to the end where Sarah shares how knowing the money archetypes of your loved ones can improve life and relationships.

We hope that you enjoy the Show!

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Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

This episode is sponsored by:

Ros’ Facebook community for heart-centred creative women - Permission To Paint Free Community. If you like to make art, no matter your level or medium, we’d love to welcome you! Join here now >>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

EPISODE LINKS:

Sarah Falkinder website https://www.sarahfalkinder.com.au/

Sarah Falkinder Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sarahfalkinder/

Expense Tool and Money Archetype Quiz https://www.sarahfalkinder.com.au/resources

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Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ membership as well as instant access courses and other offerings please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

Please help us grow our Podcast by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Here is how!

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This fortnight, Ros and Laura are back together and bringing you a conversation about how to make money from your art and generate more money as a creative person. This episode covers different income stream options for creative people. Laura and Ros discuss what they have done over time in their businesses to earn more money from their art practice. 

Laura shares that one of her main streams of income to support her practice has been sharing her skills through teaching. By doing this she was able to use the money generated from classes to re-invest back into the creative projects that she was passionate about pursuing. 

In terms of selling her art she identifies that it took focused intention to work towards an exhibition to sell her paintings. She had to work through money blocks to get to the point of making the kind of money that she wanted to make from selling her paintings. Laura shares that lots of journaling and intention setting helped her to do this. 

Laura and Ros share a common money block - “it’s hard to make money as an artist” that they, and many other artists have struggled with. Ros shares about making the jump into her own art biz and the motivation to do that came from her being deeply un-fulfilled in her job. She could see that she had so much more to give, and her skills were being undervalued. She had no desire to go back, so she “had” to make money from her art, she does this through varied income streams.

Ros also mentions Elizabeth Gilbert’s book - Big Magic - and a concept that is outlayed in the book about not putting too much pressure on your art. She says to make sure you have a job or income to your practice to relieve the pressure on solely making money from your art. It can be through a side-hustle, a day job or ideally something related to the creative industry. 

Some of the various income stream options for artists discussed in this episode are:

• Teaching - group and 1:1 mentoring
• Online Membership
• Commissions
• Instagram Sales of original arts or prints
• Open Studio event with art for sale
• Original Art - selling independently or through retails or galleries
• Exhibitions - solo
• Group Shows 
• Art Prints 
• Wholesale - art prints or products
• Making products - cards, t-shirts, tea-towels etc. 
• Local Markets or bigger design markets
• Projects with local council or local organisations
• Applying for art grants

If you have any others to add to this list please let us know. Hopefully this gives you an idea on the varied ways that you can generate more income as a creative practitioner!

We hope that you enjoy the show!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

This episode is sponsored by: Laura’s Soul Medicine Painting Workshops for more info please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/workwithme to find out more!

EPISODE LINKS:

Big Magic - Elizabeth Gilbert - https://www.elizabethgilbert.com/books/big-magic/

OGO T-shirt and product drop shipping: https://ogo.com.au/

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