Art Fusion Podcast Show Notes: Episode with Lacy Wilson
Host: Jane Bellante
Guest: Lacy Wilson, Northern California Artist
Main Theme: Integrating Art, Creative Business, and Mindset Shifts
Episode Highlights:
Lacy Wilson’s Artistic Journey:
- Passion for painting, teaching art, creating murals, and painting furniture.
- Favorite creative space: Her kitchen, where she finds personal fulfillment in her chosen projects.
Artistic Process and Joy:
- Satisfaction from artistic endeavors, from home projects to large-scale murals.
- Detailed process: Client meetings, digital mock-ups, grid usage, and logistical challenges like working on lifts.
- Embracing hard work and finding immense satisfaction in realizing her artistic vision.
Mindset and Overcoming Fear:
- Addressing the fear of making mistakes and the importance of authenticity.
- Pushing past fears and comparisons to build a successful creative business.
- Taking risks, such as opening a studio despite the overhead costs, was crucial for growth.
Running a Creative Business:
- The behind-the-scenes effort, dedication, and self-discipline required.
- Sacrifices and the importance of passion and purpose in sustaining a creative career.
- Joy from teaching art and helping others discover their passions.
- Key elements to success: Consistency, embracing mistakes, and creating a welcoming environment for clients.
Personal Growth and Authenticity:
- Prioritizing personal growth and creativity over comparisons with others.
- Finding one’s unique style through experimentation and authenticity.
- Balancing personal life and work, managing a messy home, and limited outside help.
- Prioritizing studio time and craft while raising three boys.
Involving Family and Embracing Imperfections:
- Importance of involving family in creative work.
- Seeking more assistance and embracing real-life imperfections over striving for perfection.
Contact Information:
- Find Lacy at @LacyWilsonArt on FB, IG and TIKTOK
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