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Art & CocktailsNavigating Art Fairs with Alicia Puig of PXP ContemporaryJoin host Ekaterina Popova (Kat) as she reconnects with Alicia Puig, curator and founder of PXP Contemporary, fresh from their recent experience at Superfine Art Fair (The Super Fair). Alicia shares valuable insights and expert advice on how to make the most of your first or next art fair, whether you're an emerging artist, seasoned professional, or curator. In this episode: Practical strategies for exhibiting at art fairs Essential tips for artists on preparing and presenting their work How storytelling builds meaningful connections with collectors Pricing strategies to attract diverse art buyers Why authenticity and clear...2025-03-1336 minArt & CocktailsThe Seeds Planted Within Us: Kat's Early Entrepreneurial ExperienceOn this episode, Kat shares how the seeds of entrepreneurship were planted early on through an unexpected and unlikely opportunity. She talks about how she got started with creating art shows for others and eventually herself and what inspired her to do this. This episode also discusses how she met her friend, partner, and co-writer, Alicia Puig, through student-run galleries. Kat shares: Understanding beginner's luck and embracing challenges College years and collaborative ventures in student-run galleries with Alicia Puig Overcoming financial struggles in college Kat's transformation into a gallery director: unexpected opportunity, initial fears, and skill...2024-01-1718 min
New Visionary PodcastPowerful Strategies for Growing Your Creative Business with Ekaterina Popova and Alicia PuigLearn essential tips for growing your creative business with co-authors of The Creative Business Handbook Ekaterina Popova and Alicia Puig. Here’s what we discuss:1. How to overcome the fear of launching a creative business, and why so many artists and entrepreneurs face analysis paralysis in the early stages.2. The importance of being gentle with yourself while navigating the inevitable ups and downs of entrepreneurship.3. Why it’s imperative to trust yourself when challenges arise and the power of knowing your audience.About The Creative Business Handbook by Ekat...2023-10-1942 min
The Authority CompanyFrom Artistic Passion to Profitable Business: Ekaterina Popova and Alicia Puig are Empowering Creative Entrepreneurs EverywhereThis week, Joe sits down with Ekaterina Popova and Alicia Puig, co-authors of The Complete Smartist Guide and The Creative Business Handbook, two must-read books for artists and creative entrepreneurs looking to turn their passion into a profitable business. Ekaterina and Alicia share their real-life experiences and provide valuable advice on everything from choosing the right business model to scaling up your production. They also discuss their respective careers as successful women in the art industry and how they are dedicated to lifting up women artists through their coaching service and online art gallery. This inspiring conversation is a must-listen...2023-07-1841 min
The Curator's Salon - The Art PodcastThe Creative Business HandbookEkaterina Popova and Alicia Puig talk about their new book, The Creative Business Handbook, with Gita Joshi.We discuss creative businesses which are often born out of creative passions and in this episode, the authors talk about some of the challenges that are faced by creatives as they enter their entrepreneurial journey. We talk about adopting a CEO mindset and creativity in the running of the business itself.You can get your hands on the book here https://amzn.to/3XmexbyLearn more about Alicia and Ekaterina here at https://www.createmagazine.com/2023-06-2323 minArt & CocktailsHow to Start a Microgallery with Mia RisbergIn this episode, you'll meet Mia Risberg, a Michigan-based artist who paints and draws in acrylics, oils, and colored pencils. Her work depicts places and people that appear to hold secrets. Informed by personal memories, photographs, and imagination, she renders fleeting moments, contemplative landscapes, and partially revealed or enigmatic figures. In addition to having a discussion about her art, she and host Alicia Puig also discuss what microgalleries are and how she started her own called 813 microgallery. http://www.miarisberg.com/ https://www.instagram.com/813microgallery/ 2023-06-2124 min
The Artist Advisory HotlineThriving as Creative Entrepreneurs with Ekaterina Popova and Alicia PuigIn this episode of The Artist Advisory Hotline, host Marina Granger engages in a captivating discussion with Ekaterina Popova and Alicia Puig, authors of the Creative Business Handbook. The episode focuses on providing valuable guidance and insights for visual artists looking to thrive as creative entrepreneurs. Together, they explore a range of tips encompassing practical, spiritual, and mindset strategies. Marina begins the episode by addressing a common challenge faced by artists—perfectionism. She shares practical advice on how to overcome this obstacle and emphasizes the importance of trusting the universe in the creative journey. Marina's insightful introduction se...2023-06-2050 min
I Like Your Work: Conversations with ArtistsBONUS: Create Magazine & PxP Contemporary on Creative BusinessThis week, I'm sharing a special bonus episode of Season 5! This episode is from an interview I did on the Create! podcast hosted by Ekaterina Popova, artist, coach, and founder of Create! Magazine and Alicia Puig, CEO of PxP Contemporary. We talk about a lot of different topics including our open call experiences, mindset as an artist and the Creative Business Handbook which was written by Kat and Alicia and just recently released. 2023-06-0238 minArt & CocktailsEmpowering Artists: Navigating the Creative Landscape with Ekaterina Popova, Erika B. Hess and Alicia PuigIn this podcast episode, Erika B. Hess, Alicia Puig and Ekaterina Popova discuss the challenges of running creative brands and supporting artists. Erika is a painter, curator, writer, and the host of the I Like Your Work podcast, while Alicia is a curator, co-founder of PXP Contemporary, and the director at Create. They talk about their experiences and the need for resources and communities that support and lift artists and creative entrepreneurs. Erika discusses her membership program called "The Works," which provides artists with guidance on building their careers, from organizing their portfolio to grant writing and r...2023-06-0137 minArt & CocktailsThe Ultimate Artist Success Toolkit with Kat and AliciaWouldn't it be great to have an artist success toolkit available on-demand? This is exactly why we created the Smartist School. Join Ekaterina Popova and Alicia Puig in this episode of the Create! Podcast as they unveil their new on-demand online course, Smartist School, tailored for emerging artists. Discover the inspiration behind this accessible program and delve into its empowering content designed to fuel success in art careers. Whether you're starting out or looking for a career refresh, this online course covers portfolio building, website creation, sales and marketing techniques, gallery collaboration, finding co...2023-05-3023 min
I Like ArtWhy NOW is a great time to turn your passion into a business + simple steps on how to get started. Interview with Ekaterina Popova and Alicia Puig of The Creative Business Handbook.Are you thinking about turning your creative passion or idea into a business? Tune in to this inspiring episode to learn from two of the industry’s experts- Ekaterina Popova and Alicia Puig as they discuss this topic with host Sara Glupker. Enjoy a casual conversation among these artists and creatives and learn about the release of Popova and Puig’s recent book: The Creative Business Handbook. About this episode’s guests: Ekaterina Popova is an award-winning artist based in Philadelphia. She is the founder and editor-in-chief of Create! Magazine and the CEO of the Art Quee...2023-05-2528 min
Embark On The Full Audiobook That Keeps Story Seekers Hooked.The Creative Business Handbook: Follow Your Passions and Be Your Own Boss by Alicia Puig, Ekaterina PopovaPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/673364to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Creative Business Handbook: Follow Your Passions and Be Your Own Boss
Author: Alicia Puig, Ekaterina Popova
Narrator: Mia Barron
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 5 minutes
Release date: May 23, 2023
Genres: Arts & Entertainment
Publisher's Summary:
It’s time to level up your career as a creative entrepreneur—but you don’t have to do it alone! Whether you seek to identify your big idea, gain financial independence, or grow your business, this handbook will help make your brilliant vision a reality. Art industry veterans Ekaterina Popova and Alicia Puig—the dynamic...2023-05-239h 05
The Bold Creatives Collective PodcastWhen Your Back-Up Plan Becomes The Plan featuring Ekaterina PopovaJoin TJ and Ekaterina Popova on the BCC Podcast as they explore the power of pursuing dreams, embracing uncertainty, and charting your own course.Discover how life can transform back-up plans into the very plans meant to be pursued. Through personal anecdotes, TJ and Kat share how taking risks and breaking free from expectations leads to extraordinary outcomes.Ekaterina's artistic journey challenges sticking to a predetermined path, highlighting the importance of living authentically. Gain practical advice from their experiences as creatives and entrepreneurs, and tap into your passions to explore new avenues.Learn...2023-05-2335 min
Explore New Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Arts & EntertainmentThe Creative Business Handbook: Follow Your Passions and Be Your Own Boss by Alicia Puig, Ekaterina PopovaPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/673364 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Creative Business Handbook: Follow Your Passions and Be Your Own Boss Author: Alicia Puig, Ekaterina Popova Narrator: Mia Barron Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 5 minutes Release date: May 23, 2023 Genres: Arts & Entertainment Publisher's Summary: It’s time to level up your career as a creative entrepreneur—but you don’t have to do it alone! Whether you seek to identify your big idea, gain financial independence, or grow your business, this handbook will help make your brilliant vision a reality. Art industry veterans Ekaterina Popova and Alicia Puig—the dyna...2023-05-2305 min
Step Inside Your Day With A Ground-Breaking Full Audiobook.Creative Business Handbook by Ekaterina Popova, Alicia Puig, Leila Simon Hayes - illustratorPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/689to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Creative Business Handbook
Author: Ekaterina Popova, Alicia Puig, Leila Simon Hayes - illustrator
Narrator: Mia Barron
Format: mp3
Length: 9 hrs and 5 mins
Release date: 05-23-23
Ratings: 3 out of 5 stars, 2 ratings
Genres: Art
Publisher's Summary:
Figuring out how to make a living from your creative work poses unique challenges and obstacles. From choosing the right business model to building a brand, from managing your time to scaling up your production—starting your own creative business often means doing it all yourself. Enter The Creative Business Handbook by Alicia Puig an...2023-05-239h 05
The Artist Next Level Podcast with Sergio GomezThe Creative Business Handbook: Unlocking Success with Alicia PuigJoin host Sergio Gomez in the latest episode of "The Artist Next Level" as he sits down with Alicia Puig, an accomplished curator, co-founder of PxP Contemporary, and Director of Business Operations for Create! Magazine. In this insightful and inspiring conversation, Alicia shares her incredible journey into the art gallery business and delves into her latest venture as a co-author of the highly anticipated book, "The Creative Business Handbook," which she co-wrote with Ekaterina Popova. "The Creative Business Handbook" is a must-have guide for artists and creative entrepreneurs seeking to establish a thriving career without the need...2023-05-1842 minNew Visionary PodcastAdvice From a Curator: Nurturing Relationships & Getting Gallery Ready with Gita JoshiS1 E36. Join us for an insightful conversation with London-based curator Gita Joshi. In this episode, we learn about Gita’s journey as a curator and the inspiration behind her contemporary art magazine, Art Seen. With a passion for working with artists, Gita shares valuable information about her coaching programs, including how to get gallery ready. Here’s what we discuss: 1. How Gita became an established curator and what led her to launch The Curator’s Salon, a podcast and website focusing on the art world with advice for early and mid career artists.2. Helpful suggest...2023-05-1838 minNew Visionary PodcastSpotlighting Emerging Artists: The Story of PxP Contemporary with Alicia PuigS1 E26. Curator, Writer and Co-founder of PxP Contemporary Gallery, Alicia Puig shares her passion for highlighting the work of emerging artists. In addition to gaining experience in contemporary art galleries, Alicia helped to build and develop Create! Magazine, a major publication for artists founded by Ekaterina Popova. Together the two artpreneurs co-authored The Smartist Guide and The Creative Business Handbook to help artists grow their businesses. In this episode, we learn about the driving force behind PxP Contemporary, and the ways in which Alicia’s gallery model is positively impacting both artists and collectors. Here’s what we disc...2023-03-1654 minArt & CocktailsPartnerships, Press & Art PR with Natasha RobertsIn this episode, Alicia Puig interviews Natasha Roberts, a New York-based art advisor, curator and founder of The Know. Natasha works with creatives, arts organizations, brands, and nonprofits to build culturally-relevant experiences and collaborative campaigns. Through the production of thought-provoking branded digital content and implementation of modern PR strategies, she cultivates public engagement and organic buzz for client projects. Before launching the KNOW, Natasha found herself drawn to the rapidly emerging start-up world in New York, and after stints in PR and luxury events, she honed in on creative leanings to develop an expertise in...2023-02-2322 minArt & CocktailsFollow Your Passions and Be Your Own Boss| Behind the Scenes of Our New Book With Kat and AliciaWe wrote a new book! Tune in and hear all about our publishing journey. Alicia and Kat are so excited to share what to expect from The Creative Business Handbook, how it can support your goals as a creative entrepreneur, and the process of working with a publisher. Please celebrate with us! Pre-order and join the party! https://createmagazine.lpages.co/creative-business-handbook-pre-sale/ Ready to start your own creative business this year? Get the new, highly-anticipated guide that will lead you on your entrepreneurial jour...2023-02-0429 minArt & CocktailsArt Business & Branding Basics with Alex MitowIn this episode, Alicia hosts an interview with CEO & co-founder of Superfine Art Fair Alex Mitow. You'll hear Alex's best advice for curating a standout booth if you're exhibiting at your very first art fair as well as simple, but effective tips when it comes to building a business in the arts. Learn more about exhibiting with Superfine Art Fair here: https://www.superfine.world/art-fairs-for-individual-artists Learn more about The Creative Business Handbook here: https://www.createmagazine.com/blog/our-new-book-introducing-the-creative-business-handbook-follow-your-passions-and-be-your-own-boss-by-ekaterina-popova-and-alicia-puig2023-01-2536 minArt & CocktailsThe Artist Turned Curator & Gallerist with JJ GallowayIn this episode, Alicia Puig interviews fine artist JJ Galloway. Galloway is an internationally collected artist known for whimsical paintings and sculptures of people, animals and food or any combination of the three! Carefully executed in a traditional style using oils, watercolors or mixed media. Her art can be found in both public and private collections worldwide. After years of selling her own work out of her studio and at pop-up events, she eventually launched JJ Galloway Studios in order to be able to showcase other artists' work at fairs and events both across the US and abroad. ...2022-12-2126 min
The Truth In This Art: Stories That MatterEmpowering Creatives: Ekaterina Popova's Journey in Art, Embracing Imperfections, and Taking RisksGet ready for thought-provoking conversations on 'The Truth in This Art' podcast, with your host, Rob Lee, and today’s guest: Ekaterina Popova, an award-winning artist born in Russia, who specializes in original oil paintings of interiors. She earned a Bachelor's in Fine Art from Kutztown University and has exhibited her expressive work exploring mood and emotion internationally. Influenced by post-impressionism, fauvism, and magical realism, her art delves into themes of home, belonging, and identity. Popova's work has been showcased in prominent galleries and fairs globally, and she has garnered attention from publications like Colossal, Beautiful Bizarre, and American Ar...2022-11-1339 minArt & CocktailsPainting the Spirit of Cities with Cindy ShaoulIn this episode, Alicia Puig hosts an interview with Cindy Shaoul. Inspired by the whimsy and purity of the feminine form, Shaoul is known for her impressionistic and abstract style. She is best recognized for her series ‘Brides’, ‘Dripping Dots’ and ‘Hearts’, as well as her Plein-air street scenes of quintessential New York locations. Cities suffered during the global pandemic but painter Cindy Shaoul reminds us of their romantic and elegant spirit through her cityscape paintings. Shaoul is the perfect fusion of old and new (through her unique combination of impressionist and abstract painting methods) with a bit of haute coutur...2022-11-0712 minArt & CocktailsAiming for rejection lettersIn this episode, guest host and co-author Alicia Puig reads an excerpt from The Complete Smartist Guide book! This is the book with all of the practical information about how to actually make a career in the arts that we never learned in art school. The Complete Smartist Guide is packed with tips, hints, and actionable steps from our personal experiences working in the art world. In this essential guide for self-taught and emerging artists, we discuss not only business tactics, sales strategies, and how to promote your art online and in person, but also ac...2022-10-0310 minArt & CocktailsPursuing Your Vision: Interview with Gallerist Carla BisongIn this new episode of The Create! Podcast, Alicia Puig guest hosts an interview with Carla Bisong, who founded Bisong Art Gallery. Bisong Art Gallery is a fine art gallery located in Houston’s historic Warehouse District. The gallery is a community venue, providing art collectors, art lovers, interior designers, non-profits and businesses the opportunity to buy original artwork created by emerging and mid-career artists. They exhibit a variety of mediums from paintings and photography to hand-blown glass and sculptures. We hope you enjoy this exciting interview about starting and running a creative business!2022-01-2120 minArt & CocktailsYou Are Needed: Art Basel Miami Recap, Yearly Review, and What We Are Excited AboutJoin Ekaterina Popova and Alicia Puig on an encouraging episode where we cover our highlights from Art Basel Miami 2021, talk about our experiences and the art fairs in general. We also discuss highlights from our year, what's ahead, and more. We hope you listen to this episode and realize how important your art is more than ever. The world needs your unique perspective, creations, work, and diversity.2021-12-1530 min
ART, ok coolS2 EP4 BOOK CLUB #4: The Complete Smartist GuideHosted by Celine @celinegabrielleart and Jade @colourworship Art, Ok Cool is a podcast dedicated to exploring the world of artists, specifically emerging artists. In today’s episode, we discuss our latest book club selection: The Complete Smartist Guide: Essential Business and Career Tips for Emerging Artists by Ekaterina Popova and Alicia Puig.
Next book club The Afrominimalist's Guide to Living with Less by Christine Platt
What should we talk about next? Tell us @artokcool
Links to things we talked about:
www.masterclass.com
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ART, ok coolS2 EP1 WE’RE BAAAAAACK!Hosted by Celine @celinegabrielleart and Jade @colourworship Art, Ok Cool is a podcast dedicated to exploring the world of artists, specifically emerging artists. In today’s episode we say welcome back after a long and lovely summer! We discuss plans for the coming episodes and fill you in on what we’ve been up to!
Links to things we talked about:
Toronto Outdoor Art Fair
Living Arts Center
The Jealous Curator/No Such Thing As Too Much Art
Ashley Longshore
Salt Springs National Art Prize
Next book club at the end of September The Complete Smartist Guide by
Ekaterina Popova and...2021-09-091h 30
Thyme in the Studio: Art & WellnessCrafting a Contemporary Approach to the Art World, with Alicia Puig of PxP Contemporary | #51Holy Smokes. So thrilled to be sharing this conversation I had with Alicia Puig. She is the CEO and co-founder of PxP Contemporary, Director of Business Operations for Create! Magazine, an arts writer, and an author and sometimes host of Art and Cocktails podcast. so thankful for all the great advice she shared about how to be an artist in this day and age. Lots of practical advice for making and sharing your best work, how to sell your work, advice for working with a gallery, making nourishing connections to others and starting a gallery if that is on...2020-08-061h 28Art & CocktailsPositivity, Popsicles, and Living the Sweet Life With Betsy Enzensberger and Alicia Puig On this guest-hosted episode, Alicia interviews LA-based artist Betsy Enzensberger. Betsy sculpts works that create a visceral longing and remembrance of the most nostalgic delights from childhood. The artist uses the familiarity of those sweet treats to help us remember the simplicity, value and culture of desserts so often associated with positivity and joy. Perhaps you’re already familiar with her whimsical sculptures of dripping, melting popsicles and other sweets, but if not, in this episode you’ll hear all about her childhood growing up in New York and her early memories about experiencing art there, making the...2020-06-1834 minArt & CocktailsYou're Overthinking It | By Alicia PuigStop overthinking! Alicia tackles your recent and commonly asked questions on today's episode of our podcast Art & Cocktails If the following questions or concerns came up for you recently: Does having a gap on my artist resume negatively affect my submission? What if I am self-taught? Trusting your gut and doing research when it comes to opportunities 2019-11-1318 minArt & CocktailsIllustrator Tom Froese (Interview with Alicia Puig)Get to know illustrator Tom Froese in this fantastic interview with Alicia Puig! Tom Froese is an award-winning illustrator, teacher, and speaker. He loves making images that make people happy. In his work, you will experience a flurry of joyful colors, spontaneous textures, and quirky shapes. Freelancing since 2013, Tom has worked for brands and businesses all over the world. Esteemed clients include Yahoo!, Airbnb, GQ France, and Abrams Publishing. He is currently taking on highly creative projects of all kinds, including maps, murals, picture books, packaging, editorial, and advertising. Tom graduated from the Nova Scotia College of...2019-09-2651 minArt & Cocktails10 Ways to Invest in Your Art CareerOn this episode, guest host Alicia Puig shares top ways you can invest in your art career. Listen to this episode if you recently hit a slump or are simply looking for exciting and even free ways to give your art a boost! www.createmagazine.com/podcast2019-07-2217 minArt & CocktailsGoing The Extra Mile: Career Decisions, Networking and Standing Out From The Crowd With Alicia PuigOn this episode, Alicia Puig shares how she figured out her unique career path in the art world and what helped her make the difficult decision about which one of her passions to pursue. Alicia has been able to carve out a place for herself in the arts by practicing resilience and handling rejection with grace. She shares tips on how to stick out from the crowd and outsmart your competition when looking for opportunities. This episode also offers effective networking strategies and offers tips for artists on working with galleries. If you are at...2018-10-261h 03