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Pathmonk Presents PodcastBuilding Trust To Scale Global Online Art Market | Drew Brosnan from BluethumbIn this episode, Rick speaks with Drew Brosnan, CMO of Bluethumb, the largest art marketplace in Australia and a fast-growing global platform. Drew explains how Bluethumb replaces the traditional gallery experience by pairing deep artist storytelling with scalable digital trust. He breaks down the company's most effective acquisition channels, from dynamic social ads to metadata-driven personalization, and highlights why tight collaboration between product and marketing is essential for growth. Drew also shares how operational rituals, tech-stack discipline, and structured experimentation help Bluethumb improve customer journeys and prepare for global scale. Expect sharp insights on product-marketing alignment and the mechanics...
2025-12-1122 min
The Creative KindFinding your Market with Kate OwenIn this episode I speak with Kate Owen about the process of finding your market as an artist. Kate shares how trial and error has shaped her approach, from choosing the right galleries to refining the way she communicates with collectors. She talks about the importance of asking questions, and recognising when a particular avenue isn’t the right fit.We also look at the practical tools that support this process, including cataloguing artwork, building a mailing list that rewards collectors with early access to new work. Kate reflects on experimenting with newsletters, giveaways, and social media, an...
2025-11-1055 min
Art in My HomeEd & George Hartley Take a Step Back and Reflect on the First 13 Years of BluethumbHi all! George from Bluethumb here with some big news. After 13 years building Bluethumb with my brother Ed and an extraordinary team, it’s time for us to step back and transition out of our roles as co-CEOs. We're excited to pass on the leadership baton and can't wait to see what Bluethumb achieves next. We built Bluethumb as a technology company that serves artists, and that idea still sits at the centre of everything.🧑🎨 To our artists: you turned blank surfaces into stories, and for hundreds of you into full time careers. Than...
2025-09-1554 min
INSEAD UnfilteredHurol Inan: On Collecting ArtHurol Inan, an IDP alumnus and avid supporter of the arts talks about his journey into paintings and sculpture, and his experience participating in the art world across 2 continents. Hurol discusses how to get into art, the nuances of thinking about art as an investment category and his opinion on NFTs. For those interested in learning more, here are a few links from Hurol:Online platform to buy direct from artist: https://www.saatchiart.com/https://www.singulart.com/https://bluethumb.com.au/Online platform to buy from galleries: https://w...
2025-05-0438 min
Art in My HomeThe Journey of Castle : The Art In Rachel Castle’s HomeOur latest episode features Rachel Castle, the artist and designer behind the beloved homewares and fashion label, Castle. She's known for her joyful use of colour and playful motifs. Rachel has been brightening Australian interiors for more than a decade.In this episode, Rachel shares insights into her vibrant home art collection, the journey of her brand Castle, and the balance between creativity and business. The discussion highlights her inspirations, the importance of personal connections with customers, and her future aspirations in the art world.A must-listen for art enthusiasts and aspiring creatives!
2025-03-1131 min
Art in My HomeThe Journey of Castle : The Art In Rachel Castle’s HomeOur latest episode features Rachel Castle, the artist and designer behind the beloved homewares and fashion label, Castle. She's known for her joyful use of colour and playful motifs. Rachel has been brightening Australian interiors for more than a decade.In this episode, Rachel shares insights into her vibrant home art collection, the journey of her brand Castle, and the balance between creativity and business. The discussion highlights her inspirations, the importance of personal connections with customers, and her future aspirations in the art world.A must-listen for art en...
2025-02-2732 min
Art WankEpiosde 212 - George Hartley, co-founder of Bluethumb Online Art GallerySend us a textIn this episode of Art Wank, we chat with George Hartley, co-founder of Bluethumb, Australia's largest online art marketplace. George shares insights into the business side of art, the evolution of Bluethumb, and how artists can leverage online platforms to build their careers. From navigating the digital art world to understanding collector trends, this episode is packed with valuable advice for artists at all stages of their careers.'We represent over 30,000 emerging and established artists from Australia and work with 20 of Australia's most remote Aboriginal Art Centres to give you access...
2025-02-2544 min
Seize the YayGeorge Hartley // From Bandmate And Business Analyst To Building BluethumbMany of our guests on the show tell incredible stories of trying lots of different things they don’t really love before stumbling on a particular yay that changes their life. What has fascinated me about George Hartley since the day we first met is that he’s loved then left lots of different yays to end up in his current chapter in an industry he originally knew absolutely nothing about. I was first introduced to George as the co-founder and Chief Marketing/Product Officer of Bluethumb, Australia's largest online art marketplace, which he describes as “Soundcloud but for art”...
2025-02-1956 min
Art in My HomeInside the Melbourne Art Fair: The Art In Melissa Loughnan’s HomeThis week’s guest is Melissa Loughnan, the newly appointed fair director of the Melbourne Art Fair.In this episode, Mel shares insights into her rich background in the art world, her journey with Utopian Slums gallery, and her experiences curating public art projects. She talks about her personal art collection, the story behind some challenging pieces, and her vision for the upcoming Melbourne Art Fair. With just days to go until opening night, she gives us an exclusive preview of what’s in store.Discover Mel's approach to coll...
2025-02-1740 min
Art in My HomeThinking in Colour: The Art In Bea Lambos’ HomeJoin George and Amy as they dive into the vibrant and dynamic world of interior stylist and decorator Bea Lambos. Founder of Bea and Co, Bea is renowned for her skilful layering of colour, art, and decor to turn homes into living artworks.
In this episode, Bea shares her journey of transforming her own home during COVID-19, her love for decorating and art shuffling, and how she balances her creative impulses with her husband's more reserved approach. She discusses her love for unique and conversation-starting art pieces, the logistical challenges of showcasing art in b...
2025-02-0649 min
Art in My HomeCollecting Slow: The Art In Alyssa Owens’ HomeJoin George and Amy as they chat with Alyssa Owens, an interior decorator whose journey began in the vibrant and eclectic city of New Orleans. Now based in Melbourne, she heads Alyssa Owens Design—an interior decoration studio delivering intentional design for clients worldwide.
Alyssa shares her journey & her experiences in creating soulful designs that tell stories. They discuss her beautiful homes in Carlton and Northcote, featured in Design Files, and delve into the art she has curated, including pieces by artists like Zach Tilley, Heather Bird Harris, and Mark Chu. Alyssa offers insights in...
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The Startup Playbook PodcastEp204 - George Hartley (Co-founder & Co-CEO - Bluethumb) on lessons from building a $100M art marketplaceMy guest for Ep204 of The Startup Playbook Podcast was George Hartley. George is the Co-founder & Co-CEO of Bluethumb, Australia’s largest art marketplace. Since its launch in 2012, Bluethumb has grown into the leading art marketplace platform, connecting over 23,000 artists with buyers and selling more than $100 million worth of artwork. In addition […]
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2025-01-231h 03
Art in My HomeThe Accidental Artist: The Art In Tania and Michael Chanter’s HomeJoin George and Amy for an inspiring conversation with Tania Chanter, one of Bluethumb's top-selling artists, and her partner Michael. From Tania’s first artwork inspired by Bob Ross (only 6 years ago!) to becoming a celebrated impressionist landscape artist with over 800 works sold, their journey is a testament to passion and creativity.
Step inside their serene Yarra Valley studio as they share stories about their personal art collection, love for bold, botanical pieces, and the creative process that drives their thriving art practice. Tania discusses her influences—from Brett Whiteley to Fred Williams—and her passion for large...
2025-01-1333 min
Art in My HomeWeird and Wonderful: The Art In Zoe Rubino & Emilio Scalzo’s HomeThis week, we take a peek into the Fitzroy home of Zoe Rubino and Emilio Scalzo, the creative duo behind Poodle Bar and Bistro. They share their journey of transforming a historic Victorian terrace into a vibrant, art-filled haven. 🎨✨
From curating a decade’s worth of bold and quirky art pieces in their own home to designing Poodle Bar and Bistro, one of Melbourne's most iconic venues, they reveal their need for art that challenges.
Tune in to hear the stories behind standout works by artists like Mark Whalen and Cleon P...
2025-01-0238 min
Art in My HomeNo Playbook, No Problem: The Art In Kate Dinon’s HomeThis week, we’re joined by Kate Dinon, Vice President of Brand and Communications at Culture Amp and co-founder of the renowned PR agency Character & Distinction.
Kate shares stories of her journey as an art collector - from her impulsive first purchase at a silent auction to curating a collection filled with deeply personal connections. She discusses her passion for commissioning bespoke pieces, her admiration for artists like James Turrell and Del Kathryn Barton, and how she periodically reimagines her agency’s identity through collaborations with artists.
If you’ve ever...
2024-12-2640 min
Art in My HomeFind your YAY: The Art In Sarah Davidson’s HomeThis week, we’re joined by Sarah Davidson—former M&A lawyer turned entrepreneur, founder of Matcha Maiden and Matcha Milkbar, best-selling author, and host of the Seize the Yay podcast.
In this episode, Sarah takes us through her inspiring journey from corporate law to building a creative career. She shares insights into her home renovation, the joy of curating art and photography, and the balance between motherhood and ambition.
We also explore her love for storytelling, lessons from her podcast, and the creative process behind her book.
Tune in to...
2024-12-1946 min
Art in My HomeThe Fusion Of Art, Music & Fashion: The Art In Cait Emma Burke’s HomeToday’s guest is Cait Emma Burke, senior producer at Shameless Media, former editor at Fashion Journal, and a freelance writer featured in Harper’s Bazaar, ID Magazine, and Cosmopolitan.
Cait takes us on a journey - from curating share house art collections to finding hidden gems on the roadside and embracing the unique charm of Melbourne’s creative scene. We delve into her love of colour and how it shapes her space, her fascination with photography and film, and her deep appreciation for artists like Claudia Lewis and Maya Irving. She shares the beauty...
2024-12-1229 min
Art in My HomeInside the Biscayne House : The Art In Hannah Spilva’s HomeJoin George and Amy as they sit down with Hannah Spilva, co-founder of the trailblazing floral company LVLY, which disrupted the industry with same-day delivery. Hannah shares her journey from the bustling world of startups to life in Biscayne House, a stunning, design-rich home renovated by Kate Walker.
Listen in to learn how she’s made it her own, blending family chaos, art, and bold design choices. From meaningful art acquisitions to embracing color and creativity, this episode is all about making decisions that empower you in all facets of your life.
2024-12-0534 min
Art in My HomeCreating vs Collecting: The Art In Claire Greaves’ HomeOur latest episode features Claire Greaves, the founder and creative director of Booie Beauty alongside Celeste Barbour, and the Co-Founder and Creative Director of P.E. Nation. She’s the owner of Sun Ranch, a beautifully designed luxury retreat near Byron Bay, and an abstract artist who recently held an exhibition at Comber Street Studios in Sydney.
In this episode, Claire shares her journey as an artist and entrepreneur, highlighting the influence of her mother, a talented artist, on her own creative pursuits. We chat about her connections to her pieces, collaborative experiences with other artists an...
2024-11-2927 min
eCommerce AustraliaBluethumb Co-Founder George Hartley - eCommerce Founder SeriesVIP List
Ryan Martin, founder of eCommerce SEO agency Remarkable Digital, sit's down for an interview with George Hartley, Co-Founder of Australia's most popular marketplace for artists and artwork, Bluethumb.
George went through the early years as a start up, how they keep levelling up in their business, taking on new investors with great minds on the way.
We touch on what marketing is working best for them at the moment, including a style of creative that is getting a 48 time ROAS.
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2024-11-2149 min
Art in My HomeFrom Corporate Life to Curated Spaces: The Art In Lauren Egan’s HomeThis week, we welcomed Lauren Egan, founder of a Melbourne-based interior decoration studio. She specialises in creating beautiful, curated spaces in the residential sector, and has been nominated for The Design Files Awards and the Dulux Colour Awards.
In this episode, Lauren shares how her love for art was nurtured by her parents’ eclectic collection. She delves into her favourite pieces and shares her knowledge about navigating the integration of personal art pieces in client projects. We also chat about her transition from a corporate career to establishing her own studio the importance of fi...
2024-11-2136 min
Art in My HomeWhen ‘Just Liking It’ Is Enough : The Art In Chris Carroll’s HomeWe chatted to Chris Carroll, the founder of TLC Interiors. Chris is not just a designer but also a blogger, presenter, and self-proclaimed decorating junkie.
In this episode, Chris opens up about the challenges of choosing art for clients—and his own home! From navigating 'art paralysis' to blending styles, Chris shares his journey of mixing bold, unexpected pieces with personal meaning and embracing the ‘fun mess' along the way.
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2024-11-0740 min
Art in My HomeDo I Love It? Do I Hate It? : The Art In Rachael Neumann's HomeIn this week’s episode, Rachael Neumann, co-founder of Flying Fox Ventures, shares her journey into art collecting, the significance of art in her life, and how it intertwines with her professional endeavours.
She shares her first substantial art purchase, the impact of unique pieces on personal and family life, and the importance of creating a home that showcases art. Rachael also delves into the intersection of art and technology, particularly the role of AI in the creative process, and reflects on her passion for music and its influence on her work.
2024-10-3145 min
Funny BusinessThe Art Within | George Hartley ~ EP 336George Hartley is the Co-Founder and CEO of Bluethumb.
Topics discussed ~ career background, Bluethumb origin story, taking on new opportunities, challenges, energy, dreams + what's next.
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2024-10-2734 min
Art in My HomeNo Such Thing As Too Much Colour : The Art In Manuela Millan's HomeWe’re back with Season 2 of Art in My Home—bringing you more insights into the diverse and fascinating world of art collecting and much, much more.
This week, we sat down with Manuela Millan, founder of the popular Instagram account Meanwhile in Melbourne and a prominent figure in Melbourne's design scene. Manuela shares her journey from interior design to building a platform that celebrates local talent.
In this episode, Manuela shares how her journey into art and design started with a love for furniture. She offers insights into stylin...
2024-10-2431 min
Art in My HomeAnd That's A Wrap on Season 1 : The Art In My HomeAfter 23 incredible episodes, George and Amy reflect on the journey, sharing insights from our amazing guests and what they've learned along the way. A huge thank you to everyone who tuned in—your support means the world.
But this isn’t goodbye—Season 2 is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to dive even deeper with you all. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories and conversations! 🎙️
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2024-09-0303 min
Art in My HomeNothing Less Inspiring Than Being The Same: The Art in Nicole Langelier's HomeThis week, we sat down with Nicole Langelier, co-founder of Design and Diplomacy. Nicole’s design career has spanned three continents and many disciplines, including interior design, furniture design, property styling, editorial and set design.
In this episode, Nicole shares her insights on art, interior design, and the philosophy behind creating spaces that blend creativity with practicality. We also explore her favourite projects, her take on trends, and why she believes in taking risks in design.
Shop Nicole's favourite artworks in her special guest curation.
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2024-08-2040 minArt in My HomeThe Interiors Addict: The Art in Jen Bishop's HomeThis week we sat down with Jen Bishop, founder of popular interior design publication, The Interiors Addict. The Interiors Addict is a leading Australian interior design and renovating digital publication, offering inspiration to renovators and exposure to the nation's leading design professionals.
In this episode, Jen discusses her love for art and interior design. She shares her favourite artists and tips for starting an art collection. Jen also talks about the inception of Interior Addict and the rewarding aspects of running her blog.
Check out Jen's favourite artworks in this special guest curation.
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2024-08-0734 min
Art in My HomeFrench Flair in Modern Design: The Art in Lauren Li's HomeThis week, we sat down with Lauren Li, the founder of interior design studio Sisällä. With over twenty years of experience across residential, retail, and commercial design, Lauren's projects have earned recognition from the Australian Interior Design Awards and have made her a five-time finalist in House & Garden's Top 50 Rooms.
In this episode, Lauren takes us through her beautifully curated mid-century home and art collection, revealing how she balances her design career with family life. She shares her unique approach to picking art based on personal connection and delves into her design philosophy, which draws heavy in...
2024-08-0152 min
Art in My HomeMid-Century Design Expert & Art Enthusiast: The Art in Tim Ross' HomeThis week we chatted to Tim Ross. Tim has had a fascinating career starting as a comedian on radio, before becoming a design leader across TV, books, and passionate advocate for mid-century modern architecture.
Tim discusses his passion for mid-century modern architecture and design, as well as his own home and art collection. He shares stories about his house, which is a classic modernist design, and how he has decorated it with furniture and artwork that hold personal meaning.
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2024-07-2353 min
Art in My HomeBagsamoré: The Art in Freya Bass' HomeIn this episode of Art in My Home, we sit down with Freya Rose Bass, founder of ArtBag x Bagsamoré, to explore her journey from a family business in leather restoration to launching her own brand in Sydney.
Freya shares golden tips about leather care, her motivation behind focusing on handbags, and the art of transforming second-hand bags into unique ArtBags.
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2024-07-1636 min
Art in My HomeThe Best Gallery Wall We've Ever Seen: The Art in Jono Fleming's HomeJono Fleming is renowned Interior Designer and Stylist. He’s a self-professed maximalist and has built a fascinating design career as one of the most adaptable figures in the industry.
Jono chats with us about his impressive career, traveling to Marrakech, gallery walls and much more!
Check out Jono's favourite Bluethumb artworks in this special guest curation.
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2024-07-1047 min
Art in My HomeCanada, Content & Colour: The Art in Katie Bunton's HomeToday we're joined by a good friend of Bluethumb Art, Katie Bunton! Katie is a content creator with over a million followers across Tiktok, Instagram and Youtube, mother of twin boys, and all-round legend.
We talk about the move from Canada to Sydney to Byron Byron, parenting twin boys, social media fame and, of course, the amazing art in her collection.
Katie's large Bluethumb Art collection includes art by Alice Tilley, Amanda Ogilby, Anne Needham (Joy Collection), Ben Tankard, Hiranya, Kirsty Anne & Marnie McKnight. You can check out all the artists in Katie's collection in...
2024-07-0253 min
Paint Rest Repeat: Art Business & Artist Marketing with Ros Gervay069 How To Find Success As A Self Represented Full Time Artist with Marnie McKnightThis fortnight, Ros and Laura bring you an interview with Marnie McKnight who is an internationally collected abstract expressionist artist. She has been the finalist in the SBS Landscape Prize, the Online Portrait Prize and the Bluethumb Art Prize multiple times. Marines work has featured in several magazines and exhibitions, including a sell out stand at The Affordable Art Fair in Melbourne 2019 and was top seller at St Thomas’ Art Fair 2019.
Since establishing her online art business she has remained one of Bluethumb’s top selling artists. In this conversation we get a look into how Ma...
2024-07-0251 min
The Watershed49 | Making a Difference for Water (Chisago County, MN)The Watershed is a podcast of We Are Water MN. In this episode, Jill Behnke shares stories of community members coming together for water protection. Mayor of Center City and member of the Chisago Lake Improvement District board of directors, Jill Behnke's varied experiences illustrate local collaboration for the common good. This episode also delves into rain gardens and their connection to clean water.
You can learn more about We Are Water MN at www.mnhum.org/water. The We Are Water MN exhibit will be hosted in Chisago County from June 20 through August 12, 2024...
2024-06-2020 min
Art in My HomeCleanfluencer Mama Mila: The Art in Chantel Ibbotson's HomeToday’s guest is Chantel Mila Ibbotson. Chantel is a home styling and cleaning guru, and author of The Dream Clean. She’s the founder of natural cleaning product company Mama Mila, and has grown a loyal community of over 2.7 million on instagram alone.
2024-06-1928 min
Art in My HomeArt Needs to Have Soul in It: The Art in Maggie Zhou's HomeToday’s guest is journalist, podcaster, and content creator, Maggie Zhou. Maggie is a self-described "media slashie" - she was the editor of Fashion Journal and has written for The Guardian, Refinery29, ELLE and Marie Claire. She’s also the host of the popular pop-culture podcast, Culture Club, and her fashion content has a huge following across the internet.
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2024-06-1136 min
Art in My HomeA Beautiful Bangalow Bungalow: The Art in Courtney Adamo's HomeCourtney Adamo welcomed us into her beautiful Bangalow home this week to chat all things art. Known for her captivating lifestyle content and keen eye for interior design, Courtney shared insights into the art that adorns her beautiful Bangalow home.
We delved into her selection process, the stories behind her favourite pieces, and how she integrates art into her family’s daily life. This episode offers a unique glimpse into how art can transform and personalise a space.
Courtney is a business owner, book author, podcaster, and creator of popular online courses that helps mums na...
2024-06-0352 min
Art in My HomeMy House Went Viral on Pinterest: The Art in Jess Dempsey's HomeIf you live in the inner South-East of Melbourne, you might’ve seen Jess Dempsey's face dotted around Malvern Central, or if you're on Pinterest, you'll likely have seen her house!
If you haven’t and her name sounds familiar, that’s because Jess is also the woman behind successful fashion blog, What Would Karl Do, and she also hosts Holistic Living on 7Plus. We were stoked to have Jess on the podcast this week to chat all things art and interiors!
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2024-05-3151 min
Art in My HomeDirecting the Affordable Art Fair and More: The Art in Georgia Huestis' HomeToday’s guest is Georgia Huestis. Georgia has a wealth of experience working in art, first cutting her teeth in Melbourne at Deutscher and Hackett, before moving to London to work at Rebecca Hossack Gallery, specialising in Australian Indigenous art.
Georgia is now back in Melbourne, working as the director of the Affordable Art Fair here.
Check out the remaining available artworks we took to Affordable Art Fair Melbourne last week!
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2024-05-2151 min
Art Muse PodcastEP 27: Interview with Painter and Prophetic Artist Rebecca HepworthThis episode unpacks the experiences of early career artist Rebecca Hepworth as she shares her creative practice as a painter, illustrator and prophetic artist. Topics include studying visual arts, forging identity and building creative habit as well as artmaking beyond inspiration and interweaving faith. Rebecca graciously shares her insights, her encouragement and her grounded perspective. An thought provoking and warm conversation i hope you will enjoy.
You can find Rebecca's on Instagram @rebecca.hepworth.artist and @prophetic.arts.aus
You can browse and purchase Rebecca's artwork:
https://bluethumb.com.au/rebecca-hepworth
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2024-05-1852 min
Art in My HomeFrom Bluey to Blue Chip: Peeking into Celebrity Art CollectionsJoin the Bluethumb team as we tour the art collections of the stars! From the divisive artworks in the Jenners' and Kardashians' extensive collections to Troye Sivan's modern picks and Madonna's iconic pieces by Kahlo and Picasso.
Plus, we dive into the quirky and eclectic art world of Claudia Schiffer, and peek into the homes of Oprah, Serena Williams, Lars Ulrich and more!
And for a fun twist, we explore the animated walls of Bluey's house, recently listed on Domain. Tune in and get inspired by the art that celebrities wake up to every day.
2024-05-0949 min
Art in My HomeAs Long As No One's Suing Me, I'm Good: The Art in Bianca O'Neill's HomeToday’s guest is Culture, Fashion and Lifestyle journalist Bianca O’Neill. She has an impressive CV that includes Editor of Urban List, a Lecturer at RMIT, stints at Time Out, Universal Music, EMI, Foxtel and Beat Magazine. Bianca is currently a writer for Fashion Journal Magazine, Rolling Stone, Refinery 29, Yahoo and Broadsheet. She has spent the last 15 years writing about fashion and the arts, so it’s with great pleasure we welcome Bianca to the pod!
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2024-05-0246 min
River of IdeasJennifer Ehlert: Creating Resilient Urban Yards with Metro Blooms | River of Ideas, Episode 02In this episode of River of Ideas, we sit down with Jen Ehlert, Vice President of Metro Blooms Design + Build to talk about designing sustainable urban landscapes. We discuss the history of Metro Blooms and the Blue Thumb education and outreach program and delve into some practical advice for homeowners looking to enhance their properties with native plants and raingardens. Jen also shares her personal journey into landscape architecture and her passion for integrating ecological design into everyday landscapes.Links:Lawns to Legumes Grants (Apply by May 15!) — https://bluethumb.org/lawns-to-legumes/Blue Th...
2024-04-1632 minRiver of IdeasJennifer Ehlert: Creating Resilient Urban Yards with Metro Blooms | River of Ideas, Episode 02In this episode of River of Ideas, we sit down with Jen Ehlert, Vice President of Metro Blooms Design + Build to talk about designing sustainable urban landscapes. We discuss the history of Metro Blooms and the Blue Thumb education and outreach program and delve into some practical advice for homeowners looking to enhance their properties with native plants and raingardens. Jen also shares her personal journey into landscape architecture and her passion for integrating ecological design into everyday landscapes.Links:Lawns to Legumes Grants (Apply by May 15!) — https://bluethumb.org/lawns-to-legumes/Blue Th...
2024-04-1632 min
Add To Cart: Australia’s eCommerce ShowGeorge Hartley from Bluethumb | Checkout #397In this episode of Add To Cart, we checkout George Hartley. Co founder of Bluethumb, Australia’s online art marketplace. Representing over 20,000 emerging and established artists from Australia, Bluethumb’s mission is to make discovering artists and buying art easy. They have on boarded a third of Australia’s Indigenous Art Centres and have recently launched in the US. Links from the episode:BluethumbThe Power of Dumb Ideas with George Hartley from Bluethumb | #388 Questions answered in the podcast:What is the weirdest thing you’ve ever boug...
2024-04-0409 min
Art in My HomeBuying (and Returning) a Life-Size Gorilla Sculpture: The Art in Sally Browne's HomeSally Browne has been an artist on Bluethumb since 2017 and has since established herself as one of the most popular artists on our platform. Sally has a distinctive ability to capture the native flora and fauna of Australia, which you can check out on her Bluethumb profile.
We've featured Sally's beautifully decorated home previously on our blog, now we get to sit down and really get into the details of all the art in her home.
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2024-04-0236 min
Art in My HomeArt Syndicates, Yearly Self Portraits, Art Start-Ups and In-Home Holograms: The Art in Nikita Le Messurier's HomeNikita is a Start-Up Advisor at Amazon Web Services, a tech investor, and all around art enthusiast and seasoned collector.
We had a great chat with Nikita about everything from creating art syndicates to advising art startups; commissioning yearly self-portraits and having holographic artworks at the dinner table.
Check out Nikita's favourite Bluethumb works in her guest curation.
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2024-03-2659 min
Art in My HomeOur Favourite Art Podcaster & Artist Mentor Joins Us: The Art in Wilamina Russo's HomeToday’s guest is Artist Mentor, Art Broadcaster and all-round art lover Wilamina Russo. Wilamina is a champion of emerging artists, and has run Interview with An Artist on radio and podcast for five years.
Amy and George uncover the interesting stories behind Wilamina's collection, her favourite art styles and more.
Check out Wilamina's favourite Bluethumb artworks in her guest curation.
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2024-03-1923 min
Art in My HomeThe Bondi Vet, Real Housewife of Sydney & Avid Art Enthusiast: The Art in Kate Adams' HomeJoin Amy and George as they sit down with the multifaceted Dr. Kate Adams, Sydney's beloved Bondi Vet and the dazzling star of The Real Housewives of Sydney.
Listen to Kate's story, where caring for animals meets the glamour of reality TV, and discover her lesser-known passion for art. Kate is a true example of someone who really can do it all.
You'll get the inside scoop on her Real Housewives adventures, her eye for exquisite art pieces, and the fun plans she has on the horizon.
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2024-03-1231 min
Add To Cart: Australia’s eCommerce ShowThe Power of Dumb Ideas with George Hartley from Bluethumb | #388In this episode of Add To Cart, we are joined by George Hartley. Co founder of Bluethumb, Australia’s online art marketplace. Representing over 20,000 emerging and established artists from Australia, Bluethumb’s mission is to make discovering artists and buying art easy. They have on boarded a third of Australia’s Indigenous Art Centres and have recently launched in the US. In this chat, George shares the life changing impact the marketplace has had on individual artists, the tech venture that Bluethumb made possible and how they have almost quadrupled their average order value since launching.Links fro...
2024-03-1050 min
Art in My HomeMelbourne Art Fair Team Chats! Highlights, Lowlights and Everything In BetweenThis week, Amy and George are joined by Bluethumb's very own Gallery Manager Conor and Marketing Coordinator Eden to chat about our recent visit to Melbourne Art Fair!
Sit down with the Bluethumb team as they debrief on their latest experience at Melbourne Art Fair. From stand out artworks to questionable displays, and of course, the art in their homes!
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Or find us on Tiktok for some of the best moments.
2024-03-0732 min
Art in My HomeTeaching Interiors on Tiktok: The Art in Brie Turton's HomeBriellyn Turton is an accomplished Interior Designer across commercial residential design, and is the founder of Studio Brie. Brie also hosts the television show Australia’s Best House, and has one of our favourite Interior Design accounts on TikTok. We’re huge fans of her work at Bluethumb, so it’s great to invite Brie onto the podcast today!
Shop Brie's favourite Bluethumb artworks in her special guest curation.
Keep up to date with all things Art in My Home via our Instagram.
Or find us on Tiktok for some of the standout moment...
2024-02-2734 min
Art in My HomeLucklove: The Art in Sam Naismith's HomeAFL star and potter Sam Naismith chats to Amy and George about his interesting journey into ceramics from football. Sam currently plays for the Richmond Tigers while concurrently running his own ceramics business, Lucklove Studio.
Check out our latest curation inspired by Sam's love for ceramics, Sculptural Delights.
Keep up to date with all things Art in My Home via our Instagram.
Or join us on Tiktok for some of the standout moments.
2024-02-2031 min
Art in My HomeSaucy Gauci: The Art in Dom Gauci's HomeAmy and George chat to artist Dom Gauci about her neighbour's creepy art, how to pronounce her last name, George's well-behaved dog and much more!
For the last six years, Melbourne artist Dominique Gauci has carved out a reputation on the global stage for her trend-setting geometric prints. Dom also has a travel-focused photography collection that brings the best of the world home.
Check out Dom's Bluethumb profile here.
Keep up to date with all things Art in My Home via our Instagram.
Or join us on Tiktok for some of the fu...
2024-02-1537 min
Art in My HomeA T-Rex Head With T*ts: The Art in Freddy Grant's HomeAmy and George chat with Freddy Grant about posing nude in front of thousands of people, dinosaurs with t*ts and lots more!
Freddy Grant is the Communications Manager at The Lume in Melbourne. He’s an avid art collector, a raconteur, a bon vivant and was one of the first employees at Bluethumb. He was a big part of Bluethumb's early success and so it’s fitting that he's our first ever guest on this podcast.
Check out Freddy's favourite Bluethumb artworks in this special curation.
Keep up to date with all thin...
2024-02-0627 min
Alex the SealS8:E7 Guest - Kayte MurphyListen in as Jo and Sandy talk to the incredible Kayte Murphy - aka Mrs Woog - as she shares with us her music nostalgia and the story behind her career as an author, blogger, podcasters and more recently talented artist. To find out more about Kayte, check out these links:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kayte__murphy?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/woogsworldArtwork - https://bluethumb.com.au/kayte-murphyYou can follow Alex the Seal podcast on your socials, here...
2024-01-0953 min
Coffee With ConveryFrom Technological to Community Leader and NASA with with Emran Billah🎙️ Welcome to "Coffee With Convery" ☕, where we explore the inspiring journeys of trailblazers making a difference, not only in their careers, but in the lives of others too.
Today, I'm thrilled to introduce you to a true innovator and community leader, Emran Billah 🌟.
🌍 Hailing from Bangladesh and now in Nova Scotia, Canada, Emran's journey is driven by his love for mathematics ➕, a cornerstone of his engineering and computer science pursuits 💻.
🎓 Emran's academic achievements speak for themselves. Graduating in 2016 with a Bachelor of Science 🎓, he continued to earn a Bachelor of Engineering in 2019 🎓.
🎩 Emran wears multiple ha...
2023-11-2330 min
Country CreativesEpisode 032. Lauren Starr- Big Wins and the bigger decisions that followIt's time to check in with Bendigo based photographic artist Lauren Starr who, when Caleb and Reece had her on the show 12 months ago, was working at striking a balance between artist and day job until she was ready to make the flip to full-time. Fast forward to 2023 and Lauren has very much made that transition, focussing full time on her creative future after taking out the Bluethumb Art Prize 2022.
In this Part 2- We delve into where Lauren finds herself, the pressures that come with taking out such a lofty award, the pathways she has needed t...
2023-06-1846 min
The Art of BusinessThe journey of a BlueThumb Superstar, George HallWe have all heard his name and seen his art, this week we are excited to welcome on the podcast George Hall. Starting as a fashion student in New Zealand, George always had a love of art no matter the medium it existed in. Join Avi Efrat and George Hall dive into the life that led him to become a top 10 artist on BlueThumb. If you are an aspiring artist, this is an episode you do not want to miss.
2023-04-0256 min
KMSU Every Day Is Earth DayNo Mow May is on the Way! How to Grow a Bee & Pollinator LawnMarch 2, 2023 No Mow May is on the Way! How can you create a resilient lawn to protect the bees and other pollinators so essential to a healthy ecosystem? KMSU'S Karen Wright talks with Becky Rice with the BlueThumb/Metro Blooms organization, a non-profit devoted to improving water quality and protecting the environment. Included are ideas on where to get seed and plants, as well as on-line resources to help you out.
2023-03-0329 min
The Photo Diaries PodcastS1 E7 - How I built my career as a photographic artistI know many of you are keen to build your career as a photographic artist and spend time making your fine art pieces, so in this episode I share how I did it.Like we discussed in episode six, building your creative practice and setting personal projects were key. I put myself out there - building my artist CV, getting frank feedback, collaborating with other artists - until such time that I started paying attention to my personal story. It was really then, when I connected with myself, that my art really started to connect...
2022-12-2126 min
The Good Girl Confessional#100 Kayte Murphy | Pioneer Blogger - From Rehab to Reinvented ArtistTW: This podcast includes themes of addiction, suicidal thoughts, depression, eating disorders, rehabI'm Sandy Lowres, the host of The Good Girl Confessional Podcast. I am so excited to bring you the 100th Episode today with our special guest Kayte Murphy!!Over the years, Kayte has worn many hats - As Mrs Woog, she became one of Australia's most successful professional pioneer bloggers (@woogsworld). She has also created a thriving community of like-minded women. Kayte is also an author and writer and was the co-host of the popular podcast The Hot Flush, where she and...
2022-12-111h 02
The Unforgiving60S4E10– Meet Liv Robinson v2.0- Beating Anorexia and Dominating Life through Art TherapyWARNING- This powerful and inspiring episode also discusses eating disorders and related mental health struggles.
Liv Robinson’s first few decades of her life were a huge struggle. She found it hard to fit in to ‘normal life’. She battled with anorexia and related mental health illness which left Liv fighting for her life on a number of occasions.
Sport, creativity & Art were Liv’s invaluable tools to recovery. She now uses art as a form of therapy for others but also for team building and self awareness.
03:30 About Liv….. and insight...
2022-06-031h 03Paint Rest Repeat: Art Business & Artist Marketing with Ros Gervay013 Interview With Artist Alicia Cornwell and How To Find Success With Online Art MarketplacesWelcome back to another episode of the Paint Rest Repeat Podcast.
This fortnight we bring you another interview! With Laura overseas, Ros takes the reins and chats with award-winning fine artist Alicia Cornwell from Victoria Australia. Ros and Alicia met in person at the Art To Art Unearthed Art Prize exhibition in 2022 and hit it off right away. What stood out about Alicia was her openness, her kindness and her obvious passion for community.
In this episode, we get to know Alicia, her background and how she has flourished as an award-winning fine artist. From...
2022-05-1037 min
Delusions of GrandeurEpisode Four - Money for ArtThis week we are discussing all things art, what art is worth, how we value our own creations, and a love fest of artists we hold near and dear. We would love to know what you think about art and stuff so head over to Delusions of Grandeur Podcast on Facebook or Instagram and give us a piece of your mind! Here are some links and stuff to the awesome people we spoke about this episode: - SMAC Gallery - Sarah Davy - J...
2022-04-1900 min
Humans of Purpose229 George Hartley: Future ArtGeorge Hartley
George is the Co-Founder of Bluethumb, which includes the recently launched Bluethumb Digital (online NFT marketplace). Bluethumb is Australia's largest online art gallery and provides tremendous support to local artists. He is also a Co-Founder and CEO of SmartrMail as well as a mentor and investor at Startmate.
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2022-02-2846 min
Willy (Wilamina) RussoS3 Ep66 Ed Hartley from Bluethumb has grand plans for PodiumBluethumb was founded by brothers Ed and George Hartley and their uni mate Phil. The tech company is based out of Adelaide, is about to turn ten years old and has over 15,000 artists on the platform. Earlier this year Bluethumb announced they are launching a new platform for the secondary art market called Podium. I was keen to chat to them about the new venture and the inspiration behind it.
Ed Hartley joined me for today’s show to talk about how Bluethumb got started, the role it’s playing in the Australian art scene and the big...
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Talking with PaintersEp 114: Kim LeutwylerMany Australians may have seen Kim Leutwyler’s work without ever having set foot in a gallery. In 2019 her impressive Archibald painting of television presenter Faustina Agolley was splashed across Sydney to promote the prize.
The striking image was on a huge banner above the entrance of the gallery, on bus shelters around the city, in newspapers and even on the front cover of a magazine.
Kim is no stranger to the Archibald Prize – she’s been shortlisted in five out of the last seven years. And her sitters all have one thing in common; they a...
2021-08-311h 02The Good Girl Confessional#43 Amani Haydar | The Mother Wound - the unspeakable cost of Domestic Violence | Artist, Lawyer, AdvocateTW: This podcast includes discussions of domestic violence, abuse, murder, grief and loss. Please listen at your own discretion. -Amani Haydar is an incredible human - a former lawyer turned renowned artist, advocate and author of her powerful memoir, The Mother Wound. While losing a parent is always difficult, Amani had her mother, Salwa, taken from her brutally, murdered by her father. At the time Amani was 5 months pregnant and suddenly found herself supporting her siblings while navigating an unimaginable time of grief. Amani shares her story in The Mother Wound with grace and raw...
2021-07-2646 min
CLAYSTATION PODCAST011. Susannah PatersonPainter and Potter Susannah Paterson gives us an insight into working with multiple mediums in the Fine Arts industry.
Susannah Paterson spent three years at TAFE college studying Fine Art and Ceramics (2004 - 2007), numerous workshops and courses with some of Australia's finest teachers. Since 2016 she has attended the Open Studio Program at Brookvale TAFE (Northern Beaches) Ceramics Department under the guidance of Master Potter Christopher James.
"I have always been a dreamer, and influenced by the imaginal worlds. I was born into a Scottish Highland farming family and sent to an English boarding...
2021-05-141h 05
LADYDIVA LIVE RADIOAward-Winning Soul/Jazz Singer songwriter Maysa Leak on new singleA unique, instantly identifiable vocal sound encompassing both Jazz and R&B. Grammy-nominated ,Soul Train Award Winning Soul/Jazz singer Maysa, celebrates her 29th year as recording artist and 25th year as a solo artist in 2020.Her first solo CD entitled MAYSA was released August 29,1995 on BlueThumb'GRP Records.Born and raised in Baltimore, MD, Maysa Leak knew early on that she would be a musician. "I was six years old when my mom took me to see Purlie," she recalls. "When Melba Moore came on stage and sang her heart out, I knew at that moment...
2020-12-2225 min
Dyna TalksDyna Talks - Episode #11 : "Talking with Aref Abdi, Lead Designer Intern @ Bluethumb Technologies & 2nd-Year Computer Science Undergraduate @ Dalhousie University"Tune in to Dyna Talks' eleventh episode as Cristian hosts Aref Adbi and talks about his unique background, his passion for computer science and his recent findings regarding mental health. Enjoy! Cheers.
2020-12-1456 min
QA Selling Online at AmazonGeorge Hartley CEO and Co-Founder of Smartrmail, Machine Learning Mail #377George Hartley CEO and Co-Founder of Smartrmail, Machine Learning Mail
George Hartley is CEO and co-founder of smartrmail.com, a tool that helps eCommerce stores send better email marketing by using machine learning to personalize email.SmartrMail stores sent a billion emails that generated $90 million in sales last year for their stores.Prior to SmartrMail he co-founded Australia’s largest art marketplace, bluethumb.com.au. Bluethumb has raised over $2.5m, and helps over 10,000 Australian artists exhibit and sell their art to collectors.
What's the backstory on
growing 10% month
What are the key things stores should be doing to grow sales?
Wh...
2020-10-0530 min
Podcast Archives - QA Selling Online PodcastGeorge Hartley CEO and Co-Founder of Smartrmail, Machine Learning Mail #377George Hartley CEO and Co-Founder of Smartrmail, Machine Learning Mail
George Hartley is CEO and co-founder of smartrmail.com, a tool that helps eCommerce stores send better email marketing by using machine learning to personalize email.SmartrMail stores sent a billion emails that generated $90 million in sales last year for their stores.Prior to SmartrMail he co-founded Australia’s largest art marketplace, bluethumb.com.au. Bluethumb has raised over $2.5m, and helps over 10,000 Australian artists exhibit and sell their art to collectors.
What's the backstory on
growing 10% month
What are the key things stores should be doing to grow sales?
Wh...
2020-10-0530 minArt WankSeason 2 Episode 32 - Alexandra PlimSend us a textArt wank had a wonderful chat with the amazing Alexandra Plim. She is an hilarious multi-talented lady, mum, actress and artist. She has packed a lot into her world and after deciding to start painting 4 years ago she has an incredible following. Her work is fresh and fluid using lots of paint and lovely mark making. Alexandra has so much creative energy and started selling her work in the local Marrickville food markets when the canvases started piling up at home. We talked to her about working with kids, her acting life, hot...
2020-09-291h 03
LADYDIVA LIVE RADIOReturn of Grammy Recording Songstress Maysa Leak on new singleMaysa Leak returns on my platform with new single "Loving you is easy". And I will be spinning some of my favorites of Maysa Leak musicA unique, instantly identifiable vocal sound encompassing both Jazz and R&B. Grammy-nominated, Soul Train Award-Winning Soul/Jazz singer Maysa, celebrates her 29th year as a recording artist and 25th year as a solo artist in 2020.Her first solo CD entitled MAYSA was released on August 29,1995, on BlueThumb'GRP Records.Born and raised in Baltimore, MD, Maysa Leak knew early on that she would be a musician. "...
2020-09-2545 min
SaaS District#40 How to Drive More Sales With Automated Email Marketing With George HartleyThis episode is sponsored by Orapa, a platform that helps you find top sales talent, and get more sales calls with your dream clients: www.orapa.coGeorge Hartley is the Co-founder at Sendy, Bluethumb & SmartrMail. SmartrMail is a tool that makes email easier for e-commerce companies through seamless platform integrations & a ton of personalization.Last year, users of SmarterMail sent a billion mails and some users have generated an additional $50k+ in sales as a result of using the platform. George and his team have built SmarterMail to over $100k + monthly in recurring revenue...
2020-09-1029 min
SaaS District#40 How to Drive More Sales With Automated Email Marketing With George HartleyThis episode is sponsored by Orapa, a platform that helps you find top sales talent, and get more sales calls with your dream clients: https://www.orapa.co/ (www.orapa.co)
George Hartley is the Co-founder at Sendy, Bluethumb & SmartrMail. SmartrMail is a tool that makes email easier for e-commerce companies through seamless platform integrations & a ton of personalization.
Last year, users of SmarterMail sent a billion mails and some users have generated an additional $50k+ in sales as a result of using the platform. George and his team have built SmarterMail to over $100k + monthly in recurring revenue and...
2020-09-1029 min
Indigenous Health MedTalkSpecial Edition: Coronavirus - Covid-19 and its impacts on Indigenous Australian's and their communitiesOn this special edition episode, Dr Danielle talks with Dr Geoff Spurling (Inala Indigenous Medical Service), Dr Kali Hayward (Senior GP Consultant, Aboriginal Family Clinic, Noarlunga and Medical Educator and Liaison Officer with GPEx), Tamika Campbell (Carbal Medical Service), Kenton Winsley (health professional and registered paramedic & Senior Adviser Dept. of Health in Northern Territory) and Dr Bianca Beetson (Director Indigenous Research at Griffith University) about the Covid-19 virus' immediate and long-term impacts on both remote and urban indigenous communities. Links mentioned during this episode: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-03-20/nt-travel-restrictions-for-remote-communities/12076564 Indigenous Artist support links provided...
2020-03-251h 04
Delfic - Deep RhythmsDelfic - Medicine (When It Hits...) [019 - February 2020]Medicine
"One good thing about music, when it hits, you feel no pain". One of my favorite lyrics, and one that has resonated deeply with me over the last few months, which have seen more than their fair share of sad happenings. On many occasions I found myself feeling overwhelmed, only to have some sweet music-medicine take me away from whatever stress was consuming me. I've particularly been finding myself drawn to more groove-oriented tracks that are melodic but neither too dark nor too light - tracks that don't really force me into any specific state of mind and just...
2020-02-181h 21
Rooster Radio - Stories & Insights from Entrepreneurs and Leaders in Business, Health, Tech & MoreEp 85 Building The Ecosystem And Driving Growth In Online Marketplaces (live Panel At SouthStart)Leaders from three of Australia's top online marketplaces have revealed key business, growth and technical insights about their startups live at SouthStart.
On the panel is Dan Draper, CTO at Expert 360, the marketplace that connects businesses to top freelance professionals, along with David Trumbull, co-founder at Car Next Door, Australia's largest car sharing network and Edward Hartley, co-founder of Bluethumb, Australia's largest online art marketplace. Andrew from Rooster Radio, the panel moderator, also shares a little bit about PickStar, the platform to book sports stars.
We talk about building the marketplace ecosystem, the drivers of growth, the importance of tech...
2017-07-0931 min