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 ...
So many young artists are told that being a professional artist is an impossible dream by people outside the art world, or even fellow artists! They’re told to set more realistic goals, get a practical job, and use their artistic talent on the side.
While being practical can be good, having a succe...
Hello, art fam! In this episode of Art + Audience, Stacie Bloomfield chats with Rebecca Woolbright, a dynamic and vibrant artist whose business journey is nothing short of inspiring. From starting with a simple portfolio and some washi tape to creating a thriving art business, Rebecca’s story is ...
Whether you’re already a professional artist or you’re at the very first step of your creative career, you probably wonder how long you’ll be able to keep it as your full time job. A lot of artists’ passion isn’t in the business world, and they wonder if they’ll be able to pull off owning a successf...
Being a successful artist is all about showing off your beautiful work to the right people, but unfortunately, some of the best artists can face unnecessary struggle by making a few core mistakes. Even if you put a lot of hard work into your designs, the business side of art can hold you back if you...
When I was a young artist, I loved experimenting with different styles, color palettes, and techniques as I learned from my favorite artists. This is the best way to learn and develop your skills in different mediums– creating a large body of work in all different artistic styles that can show the...
Welcome back to another episode of Art + Audience, the podcast designed to help artists grow their businesses, make money from their art, and avoid common missteps in their careers. In this solo episode, Stacie dives into a topic that might seem counterintuitive when it comes to business growth: ...
For us creatives, artistic skills run in our veins. But from my personal experience and my connections with hundreds of visual artists, I know that starting your own business and being able to quit your day job can bring some significant challenges.
Thankfully, I have found ways to overcome ever...
I have always loved being an artist. There is something magical about getting into my zone, feeling the creative energy flowing from my fingertips, and developing a final product that truly speaks to people.
If you also pour your heart and soul into your art, you have probably dreamed of quit...
In the second episode of the ‘Art + Audience’ podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Mandy Corcoran, the creative force behind Amanda Grace Design. Mandy’s journey from tech educator to successful surface pattern designer, and art licensing expert is nothing short of inspiring. Here’s a de...
Hello, art fam! Today, Stacie will delve deep into the transformative power of masterminds and the essential mindsets that can drive your creative business to unprecedented heights. Whether you’re an emerging artist or a seasoned entrepreneur, the insights shared in the third episode of the Art +...
Today I want to pull back the curtain when it comes to Leveraging my own Art! What does it mean to Leverage Your Art? For me, it means you make great art and then use that art in multiple ways that lead to income. Let’s dive in to my income streams as a thriving artist.
I TEACH THAT IT IS IMPORTAN...
Small businesses & makers know that weeks after Thanksgiving mark the busiest sales season of the year. We’ve got to make it count, right? Here’s a Holiday Prep Guide for Artists.
I’VE BEEN SELLING MY ART DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON FOR THE LAST 15 YEARS, SO I’VE LEARNED A THING OR TWO ABOUT HOW T...
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“The secret to getting ahead
is getting started.”
Mark Twain
Wondering how to name your art business? Naming your business can feel like the MOST IMPORTANT part of launching your creative career. It can also be the single thing that keeps us moving forward in our creat...
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I bet you’ve walked through your favorite retail store or shopped online, and said to yourself, “I would LOVE to design for this company… but HOW do I get my work in front of the right people? How do artists and designers land those big collaborations? It feels so mysterious.”
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We’ve gathered top secret tips from industry experts with their PERSONAL ADVICE for finding your creative voice and for growing your creative business. YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS!
I am BEYOND excited to share another one of my students’ success stories with you this week! Today we’re talking about Brittany Warner-Smith, one of my past Leverage Your Art students. I really find Brittany’s story so inspiring, and I hope you do too!
Brittany Warner-Smith is a full-time artist wh...
Hello, creatives! In another inspiring episode of Art + Audience, Stacie sat down with Brooke Glaser, an illustrator whose art has graced products for Target, greeting cards, and more. Beyond her impressive portfolio, Brooke has guided over 270,000 artists through her classes and resources. This epi...
