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Artists SoarHow to Create Vision Boards for Artists and Business SuccessIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie discuss the importance of creating vision boards for personal and professional goals. They explore the benefits of visualizing success and share practical tips for implementing vision boards to stay focused and inspired. If you have a question you'd like us to discuss, feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com.
Key Talking Points
"Artists Soar - Vision Board"
Creating Vision Boards for Success:
A vision board is a visual representation of goals, dreams, and aspirations.
It serves as a constant reminder of priorities and helps...2025-01-0126 minArtists SoarArtists Soar - Preparing for Holiday Sales Success
In this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie share tips for holiday sales preparation and discuss strategies for increasing customer engagement and sales throughout the year. If you have a question you'd like us to discuss, feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com.
Key Talking Points:
Planning Ahead for Holiday Sales:
Early preparation is essential for effective holiday sales, but strategies can also apply to future holidays like Easter, Valentine’s Day, or 4th of July.
Gift guides categorized by themes (e.g., animal lovers, budget-friendly gifts) are helpful for customers.
Reusable resources like pr...2024-12-1824 minArtists SoarCrafting Your Path: Personal Keys to Success for ArtistsIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie as we chat about what they have found to be keys to success! If you have a question you'd like us to discuss, feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com.
Key Talking Points
Define Success Personally – Success looks different for everyone; clarify what it means for you, whether it’s selling art, licensing, or balancing family time.
Set Intentions and Remain Consistent – Establish goals (like regular family dinners or dedicated art time) and stick to them with accountability and consistency.
Develop and Sharpen Skills – Invest in skill...2024-12-0424 minArtists SoarThe Art of the Planner: Personalizing, Prioritizing, and AdaptingIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie as we chat about what we do for planning and how we've gone down rabbit holes of planning! If you have a question you'd like us to discuss, feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com.
Key Talking Points
Here are the key talking points:
- Planners as Comfort Tools: Planners help manage life's chaos, offering stability and organization.
- Different Planner Preferences: Stephanie prefers "The Happy Planner" for analog planning, while Julie favors "Mole Skins," using washi tape for color coding, as she rem...2024-11-2031 minArtists SoarBuilding Connections: Networking Strategies for Artists to ThriveIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie as we chat about networking, what works, doesn't work and ways to find networking events! If you have a question you'd like us to discuss, feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com.
Key Talking Points
Networking is about relationships, not just contacts – Focus on building genuine connections rather than just expanding your contact list.
Consider commitment and flexibility in networking groups – While structured groups like BNI offer networking skills, they require a time and financial investment; subbing for members may offer flexibility.
Use...2024-11-0625 minArtists SoarSharpen Your Art: Practice, Courses & Letting Go of PerfectionIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie discuss the importance of sharpening their skills and share their personal experiences on what they've done to sharpen their skills. Go to artistssoar.com to apply for the mastermind today.
We'd love to hear what worked for you. If you have a question you'd like us to discuss, feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com.
Key Talking Points
Importance of daily practice for improving skills
Challenges with painting such as setting a timer, or limiting strokes.
Open up Skillshare, Domestica, Teachable, Udemy, or other online courses t...2024-10-0924 minArtists SoarTime to Pivot? Trust Your Path & Find Your AudienceWelcome to Artists Soar, where we help you rise with your art! In today's episode, we’re diving into a topic every creative struggles with—knowing when to pivot. If you find yourself dreading a task, it might be a sign to shift your direction. But what if it's just a moment to pause, reflect, and realign? So, grab your favorite drink, settle in, and let’s navigate the twists and turns of the creative process together!"
We'd love to hear what worked for you. If you have a question you'd like us to discuss, feel free to ema...2024-09-2523 minArtists SoarFrom Earth to the Moon: Ann Moeller's Public Art Journey and How to Break Into the FieldIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie chat about an array of topics, including a figurative oil painter's Ann Moeller seemingly overnight success but an 11 year journey to become a public art artist who has artwork on the ocean floor and on the moon! If you are wanting to get into Public Art, this is a must listen!
We'd love to hear what worked for you. If you have a question you'd like us to discuss, feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
No experience is lost as you take t...2024-09-1143 minArtists SoarThe Power of Mastermind Groups For ArtistsIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie chat about the value of joining mastermind groups. Join this dynamic conversation as they share their insights and experiences with joining and starting mastermind groups. AND be the first to know about the Soaring Mastermind! Go to artistssoar.com to apply for the mastermind today.
We'd love to hear what worked for you. If you have a question you'd like us to discuss, feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com.
Key Talking Points
The value of surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals.
Key points include the difference bet...2024-08-2818 minArtists SoarArt on the Move: Traveling with Supplies and Staying CreativeIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie chat about traveling with art supplies, sharing tips and personal experiences on how to pack efficiently and still create while on the go. [Tune in to hear practical advice and fun anecdotes about making art away from home.]
We'd love to hear what worked for you. If you have a question you'd like us to discuss, feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com.
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Packing Light: Julie shares her minimalist approach to traveling with art supplies, focusing on essential tools that fit in a...2024-08-1421 minArtists SoarGrowing Your Art Audience: Authentic Email StrategiesIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie discuss how to grow your email subscriber list and engage your audience authentically. They share personal stories and strategies, like leveraging social media, and QR codes, and even involving subscribers in creative decisions to keep them invested in your art journey. Tune in for practical tips and real-life examples to boost your email marketing game!
We'd love to hear what worked for you. If you have a question you'd like us to discuss, feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
Authentic and honest...2024-07-3120 minArtists SoarCreative Conversations: Puns, Inspiration, and Self-Care with Rachel, Julie, and StephanieIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie chat about their recent projects, sources of inspiration, and how they manage their artistic processes. From creating punny fruit paintings to tackling commissions and sharing insights on self-care, this episode is packed with creative energy and practical tips.
We'd love to hear what worked for you. If you have a question you'd like us to discuss, feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com.
Key Talking Points
Embrace curiosity and explore different subjects in your art.
The importance of taking breaks and incorporating "white space" into your...2024-07-1721 minArtists SoarArt Protection Essentials - Techniques and Tools for ArtistsIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie chat about:
“Protecting your pictures, art and website.”
We'd love to hear what worked for you.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Podcast Key Talking Points
It’s all about finding balance
What are you working on?.. A zodiac series
Discussing how to protect your art while driving to see the eclipse
“I think I saw your artwork online..” Yes. It was stolen by Temu, and other platforms.
The gals get technical and explai...2024-06-1924 minArtists SoarCreative Guidance: Tips and Stories from the Artists Soar TeamIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie just chat about “Artist advice, where to get it, and how to take it.”
We'd love to hear what worked for you.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
What have you been working on?
Huntsville Art Supplies - a place not only for reasonably priced high quality art supplies, but also for guest artists to teach classes and workshops.
Kickstarter ideas
Manifesting
Who do you ask for advice on artistic, business...2024-06-0526 minArtists SoarArtists Soar Goals: If the plan doesn’t work, change the plan not the goalIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie chat about:
“Goals: If the plan doesn’t work, change the plan not the goal.”
We'd love to hear what worked for you.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Podcast Key Talking Points
New year, new goals. What we’ve been working on
Holding specific goals, ex. selling a specific number of paintings per month, being consistent with social media, updating your website, assessing where you are and where you want to be..
Writ...2024-05-0840 minArtists Soar9 Instagram Tips from Artist Jess Miller! Best of 2023We had some technical difficulties this week and we didn't want to leave you hanging! So we hope you enjoy this episode from the archives where we chat with Jess Miller and get tips for Instagram!
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
Jess made her Instagram account in 2020 as a result of losing her job during the pandemic and started taking Skillshare classes to get a creative outlet.
Grew her Instagram from 0 to 92k since 2020.
Curate your feed. Treat your Inst...2024-01-2447 minArtists SoarToo Patreon or not to PatreonWe are back after winter break and kicking this year off with a discussion about Patreon for Artists and for our podcast. Do you have a Patreon? Tell us about your Patreon and what you are doing and we may give you a shoutout and share your info! We'd love to hear from you, email us at hello@artistssoar.com or DM us on Instagram at @artistssoarpodcast
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
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Stephanie was doing the research: how to fi...2024-01-1726 minArtists SoarBest of 2023 - Cat Coquilette as a Normad Watercolor Artist and Art InstructorWe are bringing you the best of and most listened to episode while we are vacationing during the holidays. We'll be back with you before you know it! Until then, enjoy this episode where we chat with Cat Coquillette about her journey from a graphic designer to a nomadic, licensed artist.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
What was the #1 thing you wish you would've known?
Not hold myself back due to limiting beliefs or imposter syndrome.
What was your bac...2024-01-1043 minArtists SoarBest of 2023 - How to Sop Being a Perfectionist!We are bringing you the best of and most listened to episode while we are vacationing during the holidays. We'll be back with you before you know it! Until then, enjoy this episode where we chat about the big question: how to stop being a perfectionist in art. This is a topic that Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie struggle with - do you as well?
In this art podcast Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat about what they've discovered when they let go of perfectionism.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to ...2024-01-0329 minArtists SoarKeywords and Collections: Navigating the Art Marketing LandscapeIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie just chat about why and how Stephanie does marketing research before she starts an art project, a blog post etc., and the intention behind painting collections.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
Some keyword research tools Stephanie uses: Sale Samurai, MerchInformer, Ubersuggest, (affiliate links).
Research how other artists prepare for collections.
Although not specifically stated: you can research other artists without comparing your art to their art - instead compare the processes.
Re...2023-12-2024 minArtists SoarArt Therapy -Is it Right For Everyone?In this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie just chat about whether they use or view art as therapy. In Jules' case she didn't turn to art to help her healing. The point of the episode to say that it is ok to NOT turn to art for therapy - there is absolutely no right way to grieve or handle what is going on in your mind and body. Find your way.
We'd love to hear what worked for you.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at h...2023-12-1328 minArtists SoarFueling Your Productivity: Ways To Stay Motivated and FocusedIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie chat about ways they are staying motivated with specific techniques and mindset that we and others have.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
Sometimes a deadline is motivation - like Jule's advent calendar with coloring pages. check it out here: https://www.juliemstudios.com/day-02
Going to a group social painting can be motivating! Which is an artist date (taken from Artist Way,)
Take on one thing at a time until it is a...2023-12-0626 minArtists SoarPreparing or Not Preparing For An ExhibitionIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie talk about exhibitions and what Stephanie did to prepare for an upcoming exhibition (or didn't prepare) at Lowe Mill Arts & Entertainment and we get into our chatty selves.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
Stephanie is having an exhibition at Lowe Mill from 11/22 - 2/3/2024. The original concept had evolved, as did I and thankfully Lowe Mill was accepting of this change.
Stephanie's approach to a painting is more subconscious work so she isn't...2023-11-2232 minArtists SoarResilience and Renewal: Artistry Reborn After Cancer - Part 2 -RestartingIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie talk about why we went radio silent for 6 months and how we are restarting. Life forced us to think about and pray about life as our best friend Jules McCullough was diagnosed with cancer.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
How do you restart when you feel like you've lost your momentum.
As we evolve, so does our art. Life is too short to do things that you hate.
When you are forc...2023-11-1535 minArtists SoarResilience and Renewal: Artistry Reborn After Cancer - Part 1 -The World StoppedIn this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie talk about why we went radio silent for 6 months and how we are restarting. Life forced us to think about and pray about life as our best friend Jules McCullough was diagnosed with cancer.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
Art isn't necessarily the subject of this episode, instead we focused on the ugly side of life that forced a pause.
Here is a link to the video that explains what Julie went...2023-11-0836 minArtists SoarAI and Artists: Work Smarter, Not Harder.In this episode, artists Rachel, Julie, and Stephanie talk about AI. There is a controversy between AI and Artists, but there is a great opportunity to use AI to help artists (really anybody) work smarter, not harder.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
Stephanie has been using AI as a seed to generate an idea, but it needs your voice from there.
AI is a great productivity tool. Stephanie uses/has used Jasper.ai to aid with blog posts, the AI feat...2023-05-3122 minArtists SoarWhat does it mean to be a part-time vs. full-time artist?What does it mean to be a part-time vs. full-time artist? Is there a difference between an artist and a creative? Is there any such thing as a part-time artist? Listen in and engage with Artists Soar hosts, Stephanie, Rachel, and Julie - they even have a fabulous challenge for you at the end!
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
Just like we are always a mom, we are always an artist/creative/visual artist.
But what balance? Stephanie, Julie, an...2023-04-2622 minArtists SoarHow To Stop Being A Perfectionist In ArtThe big question: how to stop being a perfectionist in art is one that Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie struggle with - do you as well? In this art podcast Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat about what they've discovered when they let go of perfectionism.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
Show up and do, eventually the work will be what you want or what resonates with people.
Make the mark - not everything is going to be a masterpiece.
Letting go...2023-04-1930 minArtists SoarLife Keeps Getting In The Way of Your Art? Absorb the wisdom of Fiber Artist Susan HenselJules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat with Susan Hensel who has been an artist for the last 50 years as a seasoned fiber artist who has seen a lot of changes for women! From being ignored by professors in the 1950s to now where women are still balancing the multiple roles that have vs. the ones they want.
In this episode, we embrace all the wisdom from Susan Hensel in dealing with fractured times and staying motivated in a man's world.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hel...2023-04-1243 minArtists SoarCoffee Chat: What makes an artist successful?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat about the trends they notice when talking with successful artists and how encouraging it is to listen to these artists achieve the life they didn't know they wanted.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
Successful artists:
don't let others steal their joy.
create and share because they authentically love it.
have positive attitudes.
create and share through the initial fear.
they've found a way to maintain a positive and grounded mindset.
Some ideas for a nig...2023-03-2927 min
Artists SoarSpoonflower Tips and Tricks From Professional Surface Pattern Designer Carrie CantwellJules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat with star Spoonflower seller, Carrie Cantwell who share with us her experiences on how to succeed on spoonflower.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
Carrie is another lovely artist who took a leap of faith to leave a stable job to create something of her own.
She discovered Spoonflower as a result of wanting material to cover her chairs! She loved the quality!
She was buyer and became a contributor.
Spoonflower is a great place to...2023-03-2247 minArtists SoarArt Podcast for Artists: Artist problems - too many supplies and too much art.In this art podcast Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat about what to do with old art supplies, artwork that you've collected, and more.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
Sometimes we get drained, so we just chatted about what perked us up. Shout out to Pizzelle's Chocolate.
How many art supplies do you keep? And when do you let them go?
What do you do about artwork that you want to display?
We'd love to hear from you, what are...2023-03-1517 min
Artists Soar9 Tips to Grow Your Instagram From Zero with guest Jess MillerJules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat with Jess Miller!
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
Jess made her Instagram account in 2020 as a result of losing her job during the pandemic and started taking Skillshare classes to get a creative outlet.
Grew her Instagram from 0 to 92k since 2020.
Curate your feed. Treat your Instagram like a Portfolio.
Use Keywords, including your name and what you do when you name yourself and your bio.
How does Jess work in Collections:
Colors are co...2023-03-0846 minArtists Soar15 Best Books For ArtistsJules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat about the best books for artists that inspired their art or art business.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Artist Spotlight
Lucia Heffernan - Fabulous animal artist with adorable naming conventions and amazing realistic oil paintings.
Key Talking Points
Note: the following is a list of books with an amazon affiliate link, so while this costs you nothing, if you choose a link to purchase a book we receive a commission from Amazon. We consider this...2023-03-0131 min
Artists SoarHow to Increase Energy. It is all in the Power of the Word ’No’.In this episode, we chat about the Power of Saying No. We found that when you say no to what doesn't serve your "why", you'll experience an increase in energy and you'll protect your energy to enable you to drive toward your why!
Join in on the conversation with Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie two other podcasters and artists:
Jessica Libor from the Inspired Painter Podcast and
Katrina Berg from the Candy Colored Studio
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Poi...2023-02-2239 min
Artists SoarProfessional Advice from Nathan Hughes on Getting Found By Google!Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat with SEO (search engine optimization) expert Nathan Hughes!.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
Search happens in Pinterest, Google, Youtube, and even Etsy. Search Engine Optimization is the criteria within the content that tells Google or the other search engines that your article/product is relevant to the search.
Google my business profile is a profile that a local business - great for brick-and-mortar or local search results. Which is local SEO.
Keywords are what people...2023-02-1559 minArtists SoarListener Q&A: 13 Ways to Loosen Up Or Find Your Style. & 6 Ways to Meet Fellow Artists.Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie answer your questions about art and art business in their inspired way.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Artist Spotlight
Ali Kay - she creates gorgeous vibrant paintings!
https://alikaystudio.com/
Key Talking Points
Check out Rachel's new artist shop!! Show her some LOVE!!! https://rachelbelleart.com/
Listener question: What can Denise do to move towards the style she would like?
Search for these challenges in Instagram:
DTIYS (Draw this in your style challenges)
June in Bloo...2023-02-0830 minArtists SoarHow to price your artwork?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat about art pricing and how the old ways are no longer serving today's artists.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Artist Spotlight
Remington Robinson - he does these amazing miniature paintings in Altoid Tins!
http://www.remingtonrobinson.com/
Key Talking Points
The book artpricingcalculator.com to get on the waitlist to get the Art Pricing Secrets: Ethically Price Your Artwork. The Formula That Works.
There are two types of artists: a hobbyist and a p...2023-02-0132 minArtists SoarWhy have a different website for different product offerings?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat about why they have different websites and multiple URLs for their art and art business(s).
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Artist Spotlight
Jaanika Talts - from Dublin, Ireland, an acrylic abstract artist
https://www.instagram.com/jaanikatalts/
Key Talking Points
A different who and/ or different why then have a separate website. But if the audience and/or purpose is the same then keep one website.
You can have multiple URLs that wil...2023-01-2528 minArtists SoarGoals - steps to define your goals - What is a smart goal?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat about what steps they take to define their goals (BTW Stephanie and Jules have managed multi-million dollar projects and continue to use these skillsets to manage their art businesses).
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Artist Spotlight
Tahlia Stanton, is a fabulous mixed-media artist! https://tahliastanton.com/
Key Talking Points
Julie and Stephanie look at goals as a long-term vision, with smaller steps that will take us to meet our long-term vision.
We use SMART goal fra...2023-01-1833 min
Artists SoarGuest Cat Coquillette: Nomadic Licensed Artist Extraordinaire Gives Advice and Tips!Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat with Cat Coquillette about her journey from a graphic designer to a nomadic, licensed artist.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
What was the #1 thing you wish you would've known?
Not hold myself back due to limiting beliefs or imposter syndrome.
What was your background before you become a digital nomad?
Cat graduated with a dual major and went to work at a local branding/graphic design agency.
Where was the shift to travel and c...2023-01-1143 minArtists SoarWhat do you do to get unstuck or get out of a slump?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat what they do when the get stuck or in a slump.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
What are the reasons you get stuck?
Journal about why you think you are stuck.
Stephanie relays her reasons why she gets stuck.
Get unstuck ideas:
try a different medium
just start painting, try digitally drawing/painting
chuck what no longer serves you
try creating thumbnails, put down blocks of color
take a class where the direction is prov...2023-01-0421 minArtists SoarUsing Titles to Engage With Your BuyersJules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat about the importance of a good title for your artwork.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Artist Spotlight
One Lane Studios - a colorful animal artist!
Key Talking Points
The name helps tell the story of the artwork.
Get your audience involved in naming the piece.
Find a way for the viewer to connect with the piece.
Should you let the buyer name the piece?
May be an engagement incentive to get connected and gain collectors.
Co...2022-12-2831 minArtists SoarGreat ideas For Easy Inexpensive Price Points For Your Target MarketJules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat about small purchases that we can offer to make a big difference in your art and art business.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Artist Spotlight
Polly Kimm Art : https://pollykimmart.com/
Key Talking Points
Print a drawing on watercolor paper for makes and takes.
Evaluate what your audience is looking for and create a product for that.
Gift card holders
Recipe card print with your artwork.
Cheat sheets.
Offer the digital file to print their o...2022-12-2134 minArtists SoarWhat is the best way to learn software for your Art and Art Business?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat about whether they are the type to dive right in or read the directions (or a combo of the two) and how that helps or hurts their art/art business.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Artist Spotlight
Sophia Riley Instagram: sophiariley.studio
Key Talking Points
We chat a LOT about when we need a manual.
Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Premier, Gimp - you need the manual...and videos. (some of them are just waaaayyyy to...2022-12-1428 min
Artists SoarWays to Use Instagram for Creatives with Guest Creative Coach Logan Elliot.Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat with guest Visual Creative Business Coach, Logan Elliot, about ways to use Instagram to grow your following and the latest trends.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
Like any social media platform, the algorithms change so Logan discusses ways to handle this.
With Instagram just releasing subscription functionality, is that the next 'big' thing? (subscriptions are similar to Patreon).
What is the marketing strategy for an individual business owner? And where does Instagram fit with y...2022-12-0747 minArtists SoarHow to do something you WANT to do rather than something you think you SHOULD do.Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat about ways that they shift their focus or address the things they should do versus the things they want to do.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Artist Spotlight
Neville Simpson Professional Photographer visit his work at nevillesimpson.com portrait hsvandbeyond.com.
Key Talking Points
Ways to make the 'shoulds' that you have to do less painful:
Set aside time to address them specifically via block planning.
Do the things you should do first thing to get...2022-11-3029 minArtists SoarRejection is inevitable - Ways to handle rejectionJules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat about:
how rejection can make you better
and ways to handle rejection
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
Julie has changed her mindset to realize that you have to get a ton of 'Nos" before you get a yes.
Recognize when you are experiencing imposter syndrome.
You have to take the gut punch of rejection and keep going.
Turn the negative into a positive.
You have to have a failure rate, and take the shots.
Evalua...2022-11-2329 minArtists SoarArtists Software, Hardware and Brushes - distracting shiny objects or helpful new tools?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat about the shiny new objects that has totally distracted them from actual art business work.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Artist Spotlight
Jessica Swift - Instagram: JessicaSwift - Julie has been a follower of Jessica for 10 years!
Key Talking Points
Rachel's new shiny object is Rosemary Brushes! We all love their watercolor brushes and oil painting brushes.
Stephanie's new shiny object is a Wacom because Julie gave a Lunch and Learn to the Positive Painters and b...2022-11-1827 minArtists SoarMust have art supplies! What new art supply are you addicted to?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat about the art supply they are addicted to.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Artist Spotlight
Laurie Anne Art - Instagram - soft and relaxing landscape oil paintings.
Key Talking Points
Rachel and Stephanie are addicted to oil paint colors and are collecting them all: Sennelier, Michael Harding, Old Holland, Gamblin, and Williamsburg.
Julie's addicted to watercolor paints and playing with the colors! She loves Sennelier and Winsor Newton Professional. The Ocean Paper watercolor paints and Ros...2022-11-1632 minArtists SoarEmail List - Everything You Need To Know with Guest Host Katrina BergJules, Rachel, and Stephanie chat with Katrina Berg about email lists:
why you need an email list
benefits of having an email list
what to put in your emails
how to start your list
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key Talking Points
Ideas for your newsletters:
Communicate what pieces will be available and for what price before the show.
Teach them about the process
Share your why and who you are
Segment the email l...2022-11-0242 minArtists SoarWhat’s your problem? The lighter side of being an artist.Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie get on the lighter side of things to call each other out on what they hoard. What do you collect?
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Artist Spotlight
Jess Miller Draws - Digital Artist
https://jessmillerdraws.com
Key talking points:
Julie has hundreds of notebooks, and pens and recently started collecting watercolor pallets.
Rachel has mugs. Mugs have lots of uses: add cotton balls, q-tips, and make candles.
Stephanie hoards her own artwork and old idea...2022-10-2628 minArtists SoarMarketing and driving traffic to your web pageJules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss what they do to market their artwork, and services and drive traffic to their web page.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Artist Spotlight
Julie Noles - Pet Portrait Artists
https://www.julienoles.com/
Featured Artist On Positive Painters
Key talking points:
Using tools to help better your chances of getting found in Google that focus on Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
RankIQ
UberSuggest
Create long, helpful blog posts that people can download.
St...2022-10-1927 minArtists SoarHorrible Customer Service Experience and Lessons Learned for Artists to Protect Their Files.Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss a terrible experience where Julie was locked out of her Adobe Profile because a hacker got into her account and changed her password. The lack of customer support from Adobe led to a number of discoveries we discuss.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
DO NOT KEEP YOUR FILES ONLY ON THE CLOUD.
Save your images in 3 different places:
Backup to hard drive (like an SSD Portable)
Another hard drive in a separate location
And a clo...2022-10-1237 minArtists SoarNetworking, ugh! - It can be fun and it can totallybe exhausting...Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss the importance of retreats and traveling and the impact they have had on their work.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
NEW Artist To Watch
Jodi Nuttal is a fabulous pastel artist.
Go To Her:Instagram to see her fabulous work!
Key talking points:
Find what works for you to network.
You have to reach out rather than waiting on someone to contact you.
BNI - Business Networking International is a program we have tri...2022-09-2826 minArtists SoarInterview with Audra King who talks about How To Follow the Fun!Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie have a very special guest with them, Audra King from She Loves Her Biz to chat with us about how to find the fun in your creative business again!!
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
Don't follow the 'shoulds'. And what are some ways to focus on what's important to you and not the 'shoulds'.
Omit the noise: perhaps take a break from Instagram or other social media.
To find the fun: the first thi...2022-09-2635 minArtists SoarListener Q&A - Biggest Challenges, Time To Create and Working in Themes?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie answer listener questions.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
NEW Artist To Watch
Katrina Berg is fabulous an oil painter and podcaster
the CANDYcolored studio podcast
Go To :https://katrinaberg.com/
Key talking points:
Question: what is the biggest challenge you have faced while becoming an artist?
Question: Do we work in themes?
Question: What is your favorite time to create?
We'd love to hear of retreats you've been on or know abo...2022-09-1429 minArtists SoarRetreats and traveling for your artwork.Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss the importance of retreats and traveling and the impact they have had on their work.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
NEW Artist To Watch
Amy Brown is a fabulous surface pattern designer.
Go To : A Brown House. abrownhouse.com
Key talking points:
Benefits of going on a retreat:
Retreats are a great way to connect with different artists and gain one-on-one time.
Get out of your comfort zone.
Get to know other people.
Ena...2022-09-0725 minArtists SoarMultiple revenue streams for artists.Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss different revenue streams.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
NEW Artist To Watch
Anjana Mistry - Anjanamistry.com
A gouache artist! Fabulous detail and color!
Key talking points:
Focus on what you enjoy in terms of revenue streams.
Sell online - lots of options! Shopify, Etsy, Facebook shop, NFTs, Art Storefronts etc. check out stephanieweaverartist.com/blog and search on revenue streams
Plan and try things BEFORE you select a website to deter...2022-08-3131 minArtists SoarAre you supported? If not, where do you get it?Do you have family support - does family support help - do you have a network of people to chat with - Importance of community? What to do if you don’t?
Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss how they get support and the value of support -whether it is from family or others. Do you have family support - does family support help - do you have a network of people to chat with - Importance of community. What to do if you don’t.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to em...2022-08-2424 minArtists SoarPrint or not to print for local showsJules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss whether they create prints or not for art shows
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
Find out the demographic of the people who would attend to determine if you need prints (low-cost items) or originals.
We now do Print On Demand
Prints are made for local stores
Define your purpose for attending the show BEFORE you decide whether to have prints made.
Some of the shows are to get your name out.
Reach ou...2022-08-1724 minArtists SoarProcrastination, the artists evil. Do you succumb procrastination?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss procrastination and what they do and don't do - perhaps this will resonate with you (I rhymed there :) !
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
Stephanie: her personality requires her to be doing something all the time, but she does find she procrastinates on painting because of potential interruptions
Jule: if she is the one setting the deadlines, she'll easily push it off. But if she owes it to someone, she'll stay on task.
This...2022-08-0333 minArtists SoarFinding Your Own Unique Style As An ArtistJules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss what inspired their style of artwork and we found out what it boils down too!
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
CandyColored Studio podcast with Katrina Berg
Positive Painter Apparel and Artist Gifts
The style evolves with time and what we found is based on personality and your feelings.
If you WANT to go towards something else keep pushing yourself towards moving in that direction.
You know you're an artist when you begin desc...2022-07-2027 minArtists SoarWhy Women In the Arts Don’t Talk: The TruthJules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss why women do not talk about important things in their lives with each other, like health, hormones, fears, and the stages we go through ...we all go through it, but we all seem to think we are alone.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
check out The Inspired Painter with Jessica Libor podcast that prompted this discussion. Episode 85.
do we put pain on our artwork, or do we edit to what is acceptable or...2022-07-1328 minArtists SoarWhat advice would you give your younger self.Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss what advice would they give their younger selves, and perhaps even their daughters? If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
Everything is going to be alright
Follow your gut, your heart, intuition
We had different views of college :)
"The best is yet to come"
Enjoy where you are at, this isn't where you are going to end up.
As an artist, what would you have told yourself 10 years ago?
Practice, practice, practice
Don't be afra...2022-07-0626 minArtists SoarHow authentic should you be on Social Media? Mom guilt and double standards.Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss how authentic should you be on social media and with your audience? If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
How curated do you need to be?
How much passion should you put into the posts?
What goes on behind the scenes of some of these "influencers"?
How are individual artists putting together their Reels?
We have so much more to get "camera-ready" or "Pinterest Perfect" as women. The double-standard of it all...
We get real about wha...2022-06-2925 minArtists SoarDoes creativity require constraints?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie does creativity require constraints! If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
This is a bit of a tougher question than what we originally thought..
Until we realized constraint is actually a "direction".
This is something we all naturally do
What was the most challenging constraint you've ever done? Or what constraint have you put on your work?
Email us at hello@artistssoar.com
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Resources Mentioned
2022-06-2217 minArtists SoarArt on Instagram tips and strategies for successJules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss Instagram tips and strategies for success. If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
Follow our Instagrams :)
@juliemstudios
@stephanieweaverartist
@bubbly.bibbly
Do we use Facebook and Instagram the same? No - Facebook is better for engagement/conversations
Jules has a creator account - she explains why she switched from a Business account to a Creator account.
Do you use Instagram Reels and what is recommended or what Art Directors and Art Agents are looking for.
Stephanie uses Inst...2022-06-1530 minArtists SoarWhy are artists so closed off or show WIP.And why artists won’t take apprenticesJules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss why artists are so closed off and why they won't show off their art or take on apprentices. If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
Every artist takes on a subject or approaches art and art business differently because they are different. So is there really competition among apprentices?
Are interns the new apprentices?
Direct interaction cannot be replaced with a video. For a real internship or apprenticeship, you need to have a direct discussion.
What about...2022-06-0824 minArtists SoarAttorney Kiffanie Stahl J.D Chats with Us About Artist Copyrights and More!Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie have a very special guest with them, Kiffanie Stahle J.D. to chat with us about what to do when you get a copycat and so much more!!
AS AN FYI - We strive for great audio, but sometimes tech doesn't want to work as well as we desire. In this recording, we had an occasional slow bandwidth, regardless of this occasional issue, we hope you find this fabulous and valuable, and we appreciate your patience.
If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at...2022-06-0135 minArtists SoarPrint on demand and the rising shipping costsJules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss the rising shipping costs with Print on Demand and what they do to account for it! If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
We are increasing the cost to account for the increased pricing we are experiencing.
Art is a luxury item, so the target market isn't as susceptible to the increased prices.
As artists, you need to be smart business entrepreneurs and not absorb the costs.
It would be best if you did not profit fro...2022-05-2519 minArtists SoarListener Q&A: How Important Are Titles and Why are Artists Underpaid?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss listener questions! If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
How important are titles to your artwork?
It depends if it is about a story, or for commercial purposes.
It also depends if you are focused on SEO (search engine optimization).
It also helps with inventory
Why are artists so underpaid?
"Exposure"
Royalties range from 2- 8%, and if you have an agent they take 10-15%
1) Artists are doing it to themselves
we aren't negotiating or pricing their artwo...2022-05-1128 minArtists SoarTop Tools We Use To Stay Creative and ProductiveJules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss Stephanie's tools you can use to ensure you are always creating the designs and products you love. If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
Productive
Clickup.com - for task management and project management.
Stephanie's recommendation would be to start with Airtable for a low cost, the lower learning curve to figure out your process flow.
Creative
Inspiration to be creative and the tool of choice to help be creative for Julie is Adobe Photoshop.
Another is Pi...2022-05-0419 minArtists SoarWhy artists need a website?AND what are some considerations when putting one together.Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss Stephanie's do artists need a website. If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
a resounding yes!
a website is a portfolio.
Quick websites you can set up are Behance, Wix, and many others
by having your own website you are getting a captive audience.
lzbthcreative.com is a member in Stephanie's Positive Painter Program who has done a phenomenal job of evolving her website to define her purpose.
when you own your own website, you can custo...2022-04-2720 minArtists SoarWhat is the best piece and worst piece of advice you’ve gotten?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss Stephanie's answer a listener question "what was the best piece of advice" and then we added "what was the worst piece of advice"! If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
Stephanie's best advice she received was to use her cell phone to convert the image to black and white to see the values better.
Another app is called "Grid Painter" which helps you see black and white and reduces the number of values
Julie's best advice rec...2022-04-2026 minArtists SoarSabbaticals - what do they look like and why can’t you do some of that nowJules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss Stephanie's recent sabbaticals - what she does, how a sabbitcial looks, how a sabbitcial helps you reset and some tips on how to grab that time for yourself! If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
For Stephanie she now takes every 7 weeks off for 7 days to refill her cup(spirit, sense of self).
During the sabbatical, Stephanie does things that are for her and not serve other people.
The unexpected result is that Stephanie began remembering wha...2022-04-1319 minArtists SoarPricing of courses...what are some of these artists thinking?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss how they've noticed some artists are charging ridiculous pricing for courses. If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
Are artists trying to take advantage of artists with the pricing structure of the courses? Charging $1500 for a 6-week course is more than what you'd pay for a college-level focused course.
In-depth courses should have pre-requisites to ensure that everyone within the course has the same level of experience.
We kind of get fired up about everyone taking adv...2022-04-0628 minArtists SoarWhat are you doing during this time of inflation and world unrest with your business?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss how they are dealing with this time of inflation and unrest within their businesses - we'd love to hear what you are doing as well! Email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
Know who your target audience is and if they are being impacted
Pivot your product and sales offerings
Diversity
Take advantage of this time by writing your processes
Analyze your inventory - what sold and what didn't sell well
Plan upcoming sales
To ease your cost of materials - try new materials
Look for opportunities to collaborate wit...2022-03-3028 minArtists SoarHow do you get into the mindset of playing with your art to create something outside of your norm?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss how they get into the right frame of mind to create and create something outside of your norm. I bet you'll resonate and if you have additional ways we want to hear! Email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
having a personal goal of creating every day forced Julie to just do and not think.
don't focus on the end result is perfect, but just create for the sake of creating.
Julie finds it more freeing to use loose-leaf paper instead of part of a book.
remember that some of...2022-03-2324 minArtists SoarDo you do research in preparation for a piece?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss whether they research their next art piece or project - and the answer was a resounding yes! But listen to what they do - I bet you'll resonate and if you have additional ways we want to hear! Email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Key talking points:
there is a lot of research that goes into creating an imaginative, realistic piece.
research on where to photograph artwork, how to modify to make it showcase the subject that may get skewed in the lense
the research should be accounted for in pricing your...2022-03-0920 minArtists SoarStay Confident in Your ArtJules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss how we stay confident in our art and abilities despite setbacks.
Key talking points:
Don't compare yourself to others, instead compare where you were last year and where you are now.
Keep a list of your accomplishments.
Remind yourself of your purpose.
It is ok to re-evaluate your goals and set new deadlines.
Create for yourself not what others want from you.
Take a break and re-evaluate and restart when you remember your dream.
What is your big dream? Email us at hello@artistssoar.com
Rise with us! On...2022-03-0222 minArtists SoarGrowing PainsJules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss growing pains and how do you know it is growing pains or a signal that you should be doing something else.
Key talking points:
We are always constrained by:
time
money
scope
To move past the pain focus on your dream goal and go through the goals to reach new heights.
Check out the Goal setting episode
Get support to help you through the growing pains.
There is no shame in getting a 'normal' job to get past the financial pain.
Another growing pain is lack of training.
For business resources, you...2022-02-0919 minArtists SoarGoal setting and planning for art and art businessJules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss goal setting and planning for their art and art business.
Key talking points:
Understand what you envision your life to be and then define your goals to drive towards your dream.
Jule's JMA Planner enables you to define your goals and vision on a larger purpose. Check her planner out here.
Create SOPs (Standard Operating Procedure) to create the step-by-step processes
Take the time to plan.
Don't multi-task, it actually degrades your effectiveness to complete a single task.
Put time estimates into each of the tasks.
Choose what works for you: batc...2022-02-0228 minArtists SoarWhat keeps you motivated working from home?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss what we do to stay motivated working from home.
Key talking points:
Checklists help Stephanie. She uses Clickup.com to keep everything straight
Journaling ideas.
Deadlines is motivating for Jules.
It is ok to accept the days that you feel unmotivated
Small chunks in batch
Two types of motivations is internal and external factors - unmotivating is when there is not a return on investment of our time.
Rachel stays motivated by taking classes, being with people, and dedicating time
Freshening up your creative space.
Take the time to play in th...2022-01-2626 minArtists Soar10 Tips to Keep Your Electronic Files OrganizedJules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss how to organize your electronic files - why it is needed and some ideas....get a pen and paper for this one!
Key talking points:
Organizing our electronic files is also a BIG topic of organization/reorganization.
Jules uses OneDrive
Rachel uses iDrive
Stephanie uses Google Drive, iCloud,
3-2-1 rule is 3: Create one primary backup and two copies of your data. 2: Save your backups to two different types of media. 1: Keep at least one backup file offsite.
10 Tips to Keep Your Electronic Files Organized
During this conversation, we review and...2022-01-1931 minArtists SoarHow many times have you reorganized your studio?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss how many times do you organize your studio?
A) one and done
B) At least 10 times in 5 years
C) More than I can remember
Key talking points:
We notice we rearranged for three reasons:
1. overwhelm
2. purge and refresh
3. keep things at hands reach
Setting up your creative space when you travel
Organizing our electronic files is also a BIG topic of organization/reorganization.
Jules uses OneDrive
Rachel uses iDrive
Stephanie uses Google Drive, iCloud,
3-2-1 rule is 3: Create one primary backup and two copies of y...2022-01-1227 minArtists SoarWhat to do when you have unrealistic expectationJules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss what we do when we have unrealistic expectations
Key talking points:
Are we living in an age of "over-hypeness"? - YES!
If it sounds too good to be true - it is.
Look for opinions from people you trust
Be you. Know your audience, know that you are enough.
Know that the "success" stories are just 1% of the actual viewpoint.
Realize that your journey is not the same as someone else's. And along with that,
Look at your competitors or people you love and see what they are doing or working for t...2022-01-0526 minArtists SoarListener Q&ARachel, Stephanie, and Jules answer listener questions.
If you would like to submit a question for us to consider, please send your questions to: hello@artistssoar.com
Resources or People Mentioned
Etsy Bootcamp:
Julie's piece was an experiment that she loved. Folk art Piece Destroyed Piece
Microsoft Surface Pro (affiliate link)
Sennelier, La Petite Aquarelle Watercolor Sets
Cushioned Comfort Anti-Fatigue Floor Mat
Ampersand Gessobords (for oil painting)
Art Pricing Calculator (the price has increased since this recording and it is totally worth i...2021-12-2925 minArtists SoarWhat are you doing or do to stay positive?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss what we do to stay positive.
Key talking points:
acknowledge the negative, ignoring it will cause it to fester
once you acknowledge the negative, then find the action that is needed to move forward
remove yourself from the negative people - even it is an email, delete it.
evaluate the painful situations to figure out the lessons that you are to learn to move forward.
set realistic expectations...you are not that person you are comparing yourself to.
This is your journey.
It is ok to change your path.
What do...2021-12-2228 minArtists SoarJules McCullough‘s name and the troubles with it, how do you protect your family while promoting your businessJules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss the difficulty involved in creating your brand - especially if you have a name that is already taken by someone else or you have a stalker...
Tips:
Make sure you Google your name
With Etsy you want your name to be SEO based
Add a QR code to your business card
If you are worried about your security - choose a name that isn't related to your name.
On Facebook, you can segment your personal profile page to share with just them.
What is your name? Share with us your st...2021-12-1530 minArtists SoarEmail Marketing for Artists: How often should you be contacting your patrons?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss how often you should be contacting your patrons - what is the proper number of emails to introduce your product, yourself, etc.
Ideas
Segment your email list and send the information the audience requested.
Document your email sequence (Stephanie uses Canva)
Marketing experts say it takes 7-12 touches to make a sale.
Save the emails that make you want to click as reference emails in the future.
Check your email 1 - 2 times a day.
Have a customer appreciation week/month. - Check out Jules Advent Calendar (available for the month of December 2021)
...2021-12-0823 minArtists SoarGood Idea or Bad Idea? Artwork for Exchange, Barter, or a Friend...Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss lessons learned with doing business with friends and relatives..
Jules and Rachel created a website for a friend...that went south real quick...
Stephanie created a commission for a friend and the friend took advantage and Stephanie took a hard stance of being done...
Lessons learned:
Don't turn over the deliverable until you have payment
Always trust your gut!
Look for a win-win agreement
Know your limits
Outline every detail in writing
Red Flags to look for:
Your gut is questioning the situation
They request...2021-12-0126 minArtists SoarHow to use a sketch book or photoshop to develop ideasJules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss how we come up with new ideas, vet those ideas...and this conversation evolved to a discussion about Adobe Photoshop because Jules uses Adobe Photoshop to take her art further.
Jules' idea evolution is amazing! Check out the resources so you can take her Adobe Photoshop course and see the artwork she created using the process she discusses.
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Resources Mentioned
Envato Market
Check out Jules Mcculloughs Folk Art Design
Jules McCullough's Adobe Photoshop Class on Skillshare
Oth...2021-11-1919 minArtists SoarArtists Bullying ArtistsJules, Rachel, and Stephanie a change in their podcast due to an artist effectively cyberbullying us about our previous name "Art BS (business solutions)", after a bit of discussion among ourselves and our lawyer we came to a fabulous decision that is forward-thinking! After all we are Avant-Garde girls of the art world!
Join us in this podcast episode to learn why we decided to rebrand to Artists Soar!
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Resources Mentioned
Kiffanie Stahle - Attorney who specializes to help creatives.
Information about Cyberbullying - now your...2021-11-1809 minArtists SoarListener Q&A: When to outsource? & Boyfriend is criticizing her artRachel, Stephanie, and Jules answer listener questions.
At what point do you outsource?
"I'm not a conventional artist...my boyfriend criticizes my art so I hide it in my basement. Can anyone relate to this?"
"What's your most memorable response to your work?"
If you would like to submit a question for us to consider, please send your questions to: hello@artistssoar.com
Resources or People Mentioned
Stephanie: https://www.stephanieweaverartist.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/artfurpaws
Julie: https://www.juliemstudios.com/
https://www...2021-11-0421 minArtists SoarDo Routines or Habits Help in Creating Great Art?Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss their routines and habits and if it helps with productivity and creativity.
Resources Mentioned
Daily Rituals: How Artists Work
Stephanie: https://www.stephanieweaverartist.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/artfurpaws
Julie: https://www.juliemstudios.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/peacockblueart
Rachel: https://bubblybibbly.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/BBStudioShop
https://www.etsy.com/shop/mothersrecipes
2021-10-2735 minArtists SoarHow do you know you are wasting time and money?Jules, Stephanie, and Rachel talk over art shows and time-wasters for this year and how to stay more focus and on target.
While we had some pains, we did have lessons learned that will helpfully help you. Here are our tips:
1. Is it a reputable organization. Make sure who you are working with is a reputable company and review its competitors. Julie had a bad experience but the Licensing Expo was a great one.
2. Know your goals. Evaluate what your future looks like to pick the right things to do for you.
3...2021-10-2023 minArtists SoarAnd The Award Goes To....Do you enter competitions and contests: do they help or make you feel like crap? Julie, Stephanie, and Rachel discuss competitions and contests.
Bottom line: Comparision is growth, it can be painful, but it is not death when you do it the right way. Find people you admire and that you trust to help make you better.
Resources or People Mentioned
Check out Rachel's Pop Art!!!:
Positive Painters Oil Painting Group
Etsy Bootcamp
Stephanie: https://www.stephanieweaverartist.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/artfurpaws
...2021-10-1324 minArtists SoarHaving a Creative Space Can Make You More ProductiveJulie, Stephanie, and Rachel talk about their studio spaces. We would love to see your spaces. Drop a comment with a pic of your studio. Below is Rachel's mother's sewing cabinet that she is repurposing in her studio.
Things we mentioned:
Julie M Studios is located in the Historic Lowe Mill, studio 120.
Stephanie's video tour of her studio, the R&R room, and back porch where she gathers her creative mindset. Check it out on her IG TV.
Favorite Tools Mentioned (besides computers :) )
Art Tube Crimper
Sienna Counterweight Easel
Techni Mobili Sit-to-Stand Mobile...2021-10-0630 minArtists SoarAre you ready for the holiday season sales to maximize your profit?Is your content ready for the holiday season? Julie, Stephanie, and Rachel discuss Holiday and Christmas marketing tips to boost sales.
Resources Mentioned
Print On Demand Vendors that Integrate with Etsy. If you don't currently integrate with a Print on Demand Vendor, check out Positive Painters' 3 Step Program To Create Products Using Your Artwork
Printiful
Printify
Gooten
Art Marketplaces we use:
Etsy
Redbubble
Society6
Art Pricing Calculator will be released on 10/5!: https://www.stephanieweaverartist.com/art-pricing-calculator
Holiday Planning Guide: Available to the Positive Painter Art Business Members. The Lunch and Learn is avai...2021-09-2928 min