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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!

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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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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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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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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Finding Clarity: Sandra Mejia on Narrowing Your Creative Focus growth stories podcast

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...

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Building Your Creative Career: Secrets to Success in Art Licensing with Jehane growth stories podcast

In this episode of the Art + Audience, Stacie sits down with Jehane, a seasoned artist and art licensing agent, to discuss the nuances of the art licensing world, the importance of authenticity, and the journey from being an artist to representing other artists. Jehane’s story is not...

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Scaling Up: From 30 Shops to 170 – with Rebecca Woolbright growth stories podcast

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,...

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From Burnout to Breakthrough: Transform Your Art Career with Rest growth stories podcast

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...

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Ashley Paggi’s Artful Oops: Lessons from a Licensing Lapse growth stories podcast

Hello, art fam! In this week’s episode of the ‘Art + Audience’ podcast, Stacie had the pleasure of chatting with the talented Ashley Paggi, the creative force behind Ash Cascade Design. Ashley shared her inspiring journey from being a stay-at-home mom and graphic designer to a...

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[PODCAST] Peggy Dean’s Secrets to Building a Loyal Creative Community growth stories podcast

In Episode 5 of the Art + Audience podcast, Stacie sits down with the incredible Peggy Dean to explore her secrets to building a loyal creative community. Peggy, a powerhouse in the creative industry, shares her journey, insights, and the importance of authenticity in connecting with her...

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[PODCAST] One Million Organically Grown Instagram Followers with Nicole Burke growth stories podcast

In the 4th episode of Art + Audience podcast, Stacie sits down with Nicole Burke, the creative force behind Gardenary. Nicole’s incredible journey from financial stress to growing a community of over a million Instagram followers organically is a testament to the power of passion,...

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[PODCAST] From Tech to Textiles: How Seamless Patterns Changed Mandy's Art Career growth stories podcast

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...

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[VLOG] The Comparison Trap for Artists growth stories leverage your art

The Comparison Trap for Artists: Have you ever felt like no matter what you are doing in your own art practice or business, there’s someone else who is ALWAYS further ahead than you? It is easy to get distracted from our own growth and journey when we look at other people and what is...

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[VLOG] Do You Feel Like An Imposter? growth stories leverage your art

Do You Feel Like An Imposter? Do you ever feel like you are not good enough to go after your dreams? OR, do you feel like you are doing something that you’ve always dreamt of doing, but you are afraid, deep down inside, you aren’t good enough, or that you’ve fooled people into...

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Starbucks Stacie Who Longed To Have An Art Career growth stories leverage your art

SOMETIMES I WISH I COULD GO BACK IN TIME AND TELL MY YOUNGER SELF THAT MY DREAM OF MAKING A LIVING AS AN ARTIST WOULD ACTUALLY HAPPEN. THAT I COULD HAVE AN ART CAREER.

THERE WAS A TIME WHEN THE DREAM TO HAVE AN ART CAREER DIDN’T SEEM LIKELY.

When this photo was taken I was a barista at...

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Daily Creative Affirmations Printable growth stories leverage your art

 START YOUR DAY OFF WITH A CREATIVE MINDSET

Mindset matters. I created a free printable “Daily Creative Affirmations” sheet for you. 

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD YOUR DAILY CREATIVE AFFIRMATIONS

Print in color or in black in white onto 8.5″x11″ paper. 

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