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If you are looking for inspiring artist interviews, a behind the scenes look of running a 7 figure art brand, and education art licensing, making art, and creating your own products, you are in the right place!

How to Create Greeting Cards leverage your art

Have you ever thought about making your own greeting cards? They’re a great, entry-level design project that are easy to sell.  

Today I’ll walk you through the process of creating custom greeting cards that are ready for sale! Once you complete this project, you can sell...

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Mixing Family & Business: The Story of Gingiber’s Growth with Angie Classen growth stories podcast

Hey there, creatives! The Art + Audience podcast has reached an exciting milestone with its 20th episode, marking the finale of its first season. Stacie decided to make this episode particularly special by welcoming someone who plays a pivotal role behind the scenes—her sister, Angie.

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5-Day Challenge: Restore Your Creativity in 5 Days leverage your art

For the last few weeks on the blog, we’ve been exploring how to make effective plans for your art business and develop the right mindset to find success. Having a solid business plan is really important, but keep in mind: you don't want to get stuck in this step!

With all the planning...

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Daily Affirmations for Artists leverage your art

At the start of each year, it’s essential to get your mind in the right position to achieve your goals and keep your resolutions.

An artist’s mindset can be their greatest strength or their greatest weakness. It’s SO important to nurture your mindset if you want to find success...

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How to Make Annual Business Goals You Will Actually Achieve leverage your art

Today is part two of our 2025 goal setting series, and I'm breaking down the secrets of annual planning, which is one of the most important parts of running a successful art business.

Annual planning is hard, especially for creative business owners. It requires slowing down and setting aside...

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How to Make a Vision Board That Truly Works leverage your art

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....

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Behind the Booth: Lessons from the Atlanta Trade Show art sales podcast

 

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...

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I Bought a 100+ Year Old Church—Here’s the Wild Story Behind It growth stories podcast

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 trip...

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Rebecca Woolbright’s Art Career Transformation with Leverage Your Art growth stories


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

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Elizabeth Berglund: Taking Leverage Your Art changed her perspective as an artist growth stories

Today we’re continuing our student feature series with Elizabeth Berglund! If you haven’t read the previous posts in this series, please check out Emily Johnson and Kirsten Katz’s stories– you’re sure to love them.

This week, Elizabeth is sharing her road to my...

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The Secret That’s Taking Me All the Way to Scotland podcast

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...

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Emily Johnson: How Leverage Your Art Changed My Art Business growth stories leverage your art

 

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...

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Avoid This Costly Mistake: Insights from Mable Tan’s Art Business Journey growth stories podcast

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...

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The Joy in Art: How Shelly Kim Turned Burnout into Opportunity growth stories podcast

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...

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Black Friday Game Plan: Tips to Boost Your Holiday Sales art sales podcast

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...

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How to Negotiate Art Licensing Deals art sales leverage your art

Every day, I talk with artrepreneurs who want to learn more about licensing, but have no idea where to turn, and thankfully, I’m the perfect person to help– because I’ve been EXACTLY where you are.

I have some very important information to share with you today that might just...

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The Tillage Village Talk: Harnessing the Power of Positive Procrastination podcast

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;...

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How to Grow Your Art Side Hustle art sales leverage your art

 

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 side...

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Finding Your Creative Voice with Genna Blackburn: Building a Cohesive Brand and Audience growth stories podcast

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 for artists, Genna shares her journey of discovering her artistic style, nurturing a loyal...

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The Do’s and Don’ts of Managing Multiple Income Streams art sales leverage your art

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...

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