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

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

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 tri...

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Rebecca Woolbright’s Art Career Transformation with Leverage Your Art


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

Rebecca ...

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

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 flagship course, Leverage Your Art,...

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

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 Hay House Publishing.

The Bi...

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Emily Johnson: How Leverage Your Art Changed My Art Business

 

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 results. 

Today, I’m featuring ...

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

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 designer with an incredible journ...

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

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 you’re an aspiring artist o...

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

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...

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Finding Clarity: Sandra Mejia on Narrowing Your Creative Focus

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

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 just about c...

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

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, Rebecca’s story is ...

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

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 thriving surface pa...

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What is Art + Audience?

Welcome to Art + Audience: An Inspiring New Podcast for Artists

Hello, art enthusiasts! Today, we are thrilled to introduce you to the very first episode of the ‘Art + Audience’ podcast, hosted by the vibrant and talented Stacie Bloomfield. This podcast is for you if you’re an artist looking to ...

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From Tech to Textiles: How Seamless Patterns Changed Mandy's Art Career

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 inspiring. Here’s a de...

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My Book Birthday: Give Yourself Margin

On September 15th, 2020, a book that I wrote and illustrated for Andrews McMeel Publishing was published. The book is an illustrative guide to reconnecting with your creative self. I called it “Give Yourself Margin“. Today I am celebrating my book’s 1 year birthday.

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The Story Behind The Name “Gingiber”

The first iteration of “Gingiber”

Maybe the #1 question I get asked as a business owner is about my art business name: Gingiber. I have an entire blog post written to help you name your own business that you can check out HERE.

What does Gingiber mean? It is an old Latin version of the word “Gin...

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Brittany’s Art Journey: A Leverage Your Art Success Story

I am BEYOND excited to share another one of my students’ success stories with you this week! Today we’re talking about Brittany Warner-Smith, one of my past Leverage Your Art students. I really find Brittany’s story so inspiring, and I hope you do too!

Brittany Warner-Smith is a full-time artist wh...

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Why Your Art Isn’t Selling (and How to Fix It) with Brooke Glaser

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. This epi...

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