Hi artists and artrepreneurs, and welcome to 2025! Today we're talking about the #1 thing that can change your art business forever.
The beginning of the year is THE time to focus and plan, and I'm not talking about regular New Year's resolutions that get forgotten halfway through January. Today I...
Hello, art enthusiasts and small business dreamers! This week on the Art + Audience podcast, we’re diving into the whirlwind world of trade shows. Stacie and her team pulled back the curtain on the hustle, challenges, and rewards of exhibiting at the Atlanta Market, one of the biggest trade sh...
Hello, creatives! This week, Stacie shares a deeply personal and transformative experience that led her to rekindle her creative spark and reflect on the intersection of life and art. Here are the highlights from this inspiring solo episode.
The Power Of Stepping Away
Fresh off a three-week tri...
There is no better way to find out what a course can truly offer you than hearing from the people who have taken it! Today in our student series, we’re featuring Rebecca Woolbright. What she has done with the knowledge she found in Leverage Your Art is truly inspirational.
About Rebecca
Rebecca ...
Hello, creatives! In this episode of Art + Audience, Stacie revealed a juicy secret that’s bound to inspire artists and aspiring entrepreneurs alike—she’s writing a new book! Let’s dive into her incredible journey from a vision board dream to an upcoming release with Hay House Publishing.
The Bi...
Why do I offer my flagship course, Leverage Your Art? To help artists like YOU.
That’s why I center the stories of artists who have completed the course. Don’t take my word for how great Leverage is– listen to the feedback of my real students and their tangible results.
Today, I’m featuring ...
An unexpected tax bill could have shattered Mable Tan’s art career—here’s how she turned a financial disaster into a lesson for all creatives.
Hey, art fam! In this episode of the Art + Audience podcast, Stacie sits down with Mable Tan, a Melbourne-based surface designer with an incredible journ...
Hello, art fam! In this episode of the Art + Audience podcast, Stacie welcomes Shelly Kim, the creative powerhouse behind Letters by Shells. Shelly’s journey is a masterclass in embracing change, exploring new mediums, and finding joy in the art-making process. Whether you’re an aspiring artist o...
Hello, creative entrepreneurs! With Black Friday just around the corner, Stacie has practical advice to help you navigate the holiday sales frenzy like a pro. In the latest solo episode of the Art + Audience podcast, Stacie takes us behind the scenes—sharing the highs and lows of her own Black Fr...
How to Negotiate Art Licensing Deals Like a Pro
What You Need to Know Before Negotiating Art Licensing Deals
To negotiate an art licensing deal successfully, you need a written contract that defines royalty rates, usage rights, and copyright ownership — without these basics locked down in writing,...
In this special episode, we dive into a presentation by Stacie, originally delivered in “The Tillage Village Membership” with host Shirlee Fisher. Stacie explores a fascinating topic that many of us grapple with procrastination. But this isn’t just about pushing off tasks; it’s about understandin...
How to Grow Your Art Side Hustle
If you grew up imagining a world where art could be your day job, you're in the right place! Every artist out there is capable of beginning a creative side hustle that truly works for them, and building from there. (Yes, I'm talking to you!)
Not only is an artistic...
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Today on Art + Audience, Stacie is joined by the talented illustrator, surface designer, and educator, Genna Blackburn. From designing for children’s products to building a supportive community...
In my work with thousands of emerging artists, I’ve found that so many artists are trying to make a career out of only one stream of income. Whether they’re selling their art on social media accounts, on their own website, or at in-person venues like art shows, they end up beating themselves up ab...
How to Make Art That People Will Actually Buy
One of the greatest challenges every professional artist faces is creating work in their artistic style that appeals to potential buyers. When you're used to your natural artistic practice, it can be confusing to start considering what potential custome...
In this episode, Stacie sits down with Sandra Mejia, a Colombian-born, Canadian-based illustrator and pattern designer. Sandra shares her inspiring journey from the corporate world to the creative sphere, navigating personal and professional challenges, and ultimately discovering her passion for ...
Multiple Income Streams for Artists
When you first start a creative business, it's exhilarating! You're finally selling your own original artwork for money, and it feels like a dream. A lot of artists stay at this point, and believe that building a reliable, steady income from their art is a myth.
...When you run your own art business, it can be tempting to put your pedal to the metal and take on more artistic projects than you have the bandwidth for. Messages like “hard work pays off” and “step outside your comfort zone” can make you feel like you’re never doing enough.
However, too much of a ...
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Jehane Boden Spiers has seen the art licensing world from every angle. She started as a freelance artist, licensing her own textile designs to brands like Sanderson Fabrics and John Lewis — doing it for over 15 years before making a move that surprised...
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So, you’ve decided that you’d like to have a creative career. Congratulations! You’ve already taken one of the most important first steps to becoming a full-time artist.
Now, you might be wondering where to go from here. Finding your personal career path in the art w...
