Is prioritizing creativity on your list again for 2023? or is it just me 😉 (actually this year was pretty decent for me because I used the tip I'm sharing with you here more than I thought I'd have time for)

How'd it go this year for you? Did you feel like you made time for Art making the way you wanted to?

If you're feeling like it's challenging to summon that creative muse, this is my best tip for kickstarting creativity.

Works like a charm for me every time.

Not to mention in this episode I'm also sharing some bonus wine, vineyard and travel tips for you.

A jam packed 30 minutes where you could grab your brushes right now, pop your EarPods and make some Art.

pssst...if you make Art while you listen you'll be getting a head start on the 3 steps I'm sharing with you today.

Enjoy!

And thank you for supporting my Art xo

The new ornaments are releasing today @ 11 am PST via email first. Join the list and view + collect your ornaments as soon as they're released in the shop section or click here.

My planning practice, or rather my planning obsession, has reached a new level and I've got a brand new tip to share with you in this episode.

Inspired by another new love for project management - something that before my business started to grow to include a team that I had no idea "was a thing" - this planning tip is good for both using pen (preferably markers!) + paper and digital.

I’m also celebrating the release of the brand new 2nd edition limited edition 2023 creative planner, which is date free so you can start it or use it at any time of the year that you like.

Are you feeling frustrated that you aren't getting any traction in marketing and consistently selling your work?

This might be why... Not all marketing trends are the best strategy, especially for Artists starting out.

With a new "Art expert" popping into my social media feed every other day, there's more noise than ever out there with a million and one recommendations and marketing strategies to try, one of which is the trend that encourages selling work in Collections.

In today's podcast episode I'm breaking down why I disagree with the trend of recommending that you sell and release your work in Collections, especially if you're just starting out.

And if you want to go deeper on this strategy in an upcoming LIVE Masterclass I'm teaching next week, you can learn more and save your spot at Dailypaintingmethod.com

In almost 300 episodes I haven't shared EXACTLY how I started my Art business, how is that possible?

The truth is that business owners can get so distracted by shiny squirrel syndrome (listen to this previous podcast episode no.) and all the latest marketing strategies, that we can miss the most obvious one that's right in front of us, and forgetting to stay focused on what works (easily!) and double down on doing more of that.

Exhibit A - me, Marisa right here mentoring you and forgetting to emphasize what was the most important foundation to growing Creative Thursday, the specific strategy that took me from selling 1 greeting card an entire holiday season to growing a 6 figure Art Business.

In this episode, I'm sharing the practice that helped me

• stay consistently connected to making my Art
• find my Artist voice
• grow my following + my email list
• find my Collectors many of whom are still collecting my work today
• and generating consistent revenue with Art sales

And if you want to go deeper on this strategy in an upcoming LIVE Masterclass I'm teaching next week, you can learn more and save your spot at Dailypaintingmethod.com

Sharing inspiration from your fellow Creatives with Artist Success Stories with you in today's episode with 4 guest Artists and Expansive Artist members.

My favorite kind of conversations to have ~ as we do! we touch upon a lot of topics on this journey of an Artist:

• how the decision to stick to a higher price resulted in a loyal collector
• why the work of the Artist is equal to the work of a health practitioner
• how to make time for what you want even when you have a full-time job and are raising children
• a check-in question to help you keep focused on track
• tips for how to get started
• how to stay confident and not give up on the roller coaster days
• how to stay fulfilled + connected to your Art when you're juggling responsibilities including parenthood

Enjoy!

And come join us in The Expansive Artists!

The doors are open for the last time this year! Join us at https://theexpansiveartists.com/

before Tuesday, October 18 @ 11:59 pm PDT

Have you ever wondered how Art gets chosen for TV + film?

As an Artist whose work is featured in the 2nd highest grossing feature film of all time, The Avengers Endgame, I'm going to break it all down for you in this episode.

It's not just because I live in Los Angeles that my Art has found its way onto countless walls in both film and tv over the years (although it does help!)

There are a variety of ways you can get your Art seen in the entertainment industry.

I'm sharing the scoop from what you can expect to be paid, to the rights you want to be aware of, all to help you decide whether you actually want your Art featured in film and tv.

Save the Date: Sell A Piece of Art this Week Workshop happening 10.10.22

Join us for the Sell A Piece of Art this Week Workshop

Are you frustrated with all the changes?

Do you find the resistance creeping in along with a wish to just keep things the same for a while, already!

I see Artists coping with similar struggles over and over, and it doesn't help that there are also a lot of shifts happening all at once in the creative and online industries.

If we want to keep following through on our plan, it's time for a different approach again.

I've recognized an important shift you can make starting today that may help you let go of ALL those same struggles.

In today's podcast episode I share with you my biggest takeaways after hosting another session of the Profitable Artist Planning Workshop along with the top 4 trends I see happening in our industry and my suggestions on how you can adapt to the changes to continue experiencing the success you want.

Does posting to Social Media feel like a waste of time?

Like it's getting harder and harder to be seen, let alone know if you're reaching your Ideal Collectors?

There may be an important step you're missing, and an opportunity you haven't even considered, especially if you're just starting your business as an Emerging Artist.

However, I've found that a lot of well-established Artists are also missing this incredible opportunity to get their work seen by the right people.

In today's episode, my guest, Facebook + Instagram Ads Agency Owner and Marketing Coach Zach Spuckler is back on the podcast to

• talk about the changes in internet marketing and how they affect the organic reach of your business
• how to efficiently grow an online business especially if you're starting today and
• how to be open to + exploring new possibilities with your marketing can rapidly increase your chance of getting your work in front of YOUR people just waiting to connect with you

So that you can build a profitable business with more time to do what you do best, Make your Art.

Zach and I are hosting a FB Ads for Artists workshop this Friday, September 9 if you want to learn a step-by-step strategy for reaching your Ideal Collectors with Facebook + Instagram Ads.

You can get all the details and register to join us right away.

Since this is an implementation workshop with more hand-holding and personal marketing guidance, registration is limited to 50 spots.

You can join us here: https://cart.heartsoulhustle.com/facebook-ads-for-artists-sept-22/

You can find all things Zach Spuckler on instagram

@heartsoulhustle

When you think of a Thriving Artist, what qualities do you think they embody?

In today's episode, I'm joined by 3 Artists, Marie Delage Carlson, Heather Harrington, and Yvonne Sellick.

Alumni from our first sessions of Artful Selling joined me to share with me not only the qualities that they believe separate the Struggling from the Thriving Artist but also what has made the difference for them as they continue to gain more momentum and Art sales in their Creative businesses!

• from leaving graphic design to becoming a full-time Artist,
• to getting comfortable with selling once and for all
• how selling is easy once you get clear on 1 thing in particular
• to booking more commissions for happy customers all in a row
• to growing in confidence

And more. As is often the case with my conversation with fellow Artists, we touch upon a lot of details involved with this courageous Artist journey we're all on together.

The Doors to Artful Selling are OPEN! but only until Tuesday, August 30, @ 11:59 pm PDT

Join us!

https://artfulselling.com/

Here's where you can find and stay in touch with our guest from today's episode:

Marie DeLage Carlson

@fleur.de.lys.art on instagram

Heather Harrington

@lifeandwhim on instagram

Yvonne Sellick

@yvonnesellickart on instagram

How does feeling more calm with less overwhelm sound when it comes to growing your Art business?

Yes? tune in!

Today's episode is another special edition of Creative Business Coaching over Coffee where I go LIVE on Instagram and share business guidance.

On this call, we covered such a variety of topics I decided to split this one into two parts, with this being PART 1.

Inspired by a recent comment our Expansive Artist member Linda shared with me, today I want to talk to you more about what it means to apply the Slow Build to growing your business as an Artist.

I also share some tips on how to start planning your Holiday launch product offerings.

If you catch this episode early you can join me LIVE TODAY Thursday, August 17 @ 10 am PDT over on Instagram @creativethursday for another session of Creative Business Coaching over Coffee

And if you want help creating your Profitable Artist Plan without relying on Social Media...!

Join me for the Profitable Artist Workshop + Coaching Week starting Monday

https://profitableartistchallenge.com/

and be sure to grab your copy of the 1st edition Creative Planner before it's SOLD out!