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 her own Black Fr...

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 audience, an...

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 talked before about ...

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 enough.

However, too much of a ...

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...

Welcome back to the blog! If you’re reading this, it’s because you want to grow your business and become a full-time professional artist, and I’m happy to keep sharing my advice on how to make your art into a dream career.

I recently posted about 6 Ways to Share Your Art Online in 2024 — if you hav...

Years ago, I was a coffee shop manager who dreamed of a successful art career. I was surrounded by my own artwork, but I didn’t know how I’d ever reach potential buyers. I knew that successful artists had to reach a wider audience than I had, but I didn’t have the information I needed to make it h...

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 audience...

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, persistence, an...