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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!
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 customers might want.
We’ve...
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.
If you’d...
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...
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...
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...
Are you excited to talk about creating a GREAT Art Licensing Pitch Email? ME TOO!
If you watched my previous vlog titled “The 8 Must Dos for Art Licensing Success” then this is the perfect next watch for you!
WATCH THE VLOG ABOVE WHERE I BREAK DOWN THE KEY COMPONENTS OF EVERY PITCH...
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...
Last week I shared about making art people want to purchase. This week, we dive into Art Licensing.
I mentioned that in order to make money from your art, focusing on designing for customers is going to be essential. We have to focus on taking our art and making it as...
Hello friends!
Monday morning when I opened up my laptop to begin my week’s work, I read an e-mail in my inbox from someone on my newsletter list.
They asked me if they want to have a career in art licensing and building a brand like mine, where they should start, because they want to...
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...
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....
