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Art + AudienceArt + AudienceEp. 23: From $1 Paintings to Full-Time Artist: Emily Jeffords on Pricing, Burnout & Creative FreedomIn this episode, Stacie is joined by fine artist and educator Emily Jeffords for a deep, transparent conversation about building an art career that honors both creativity and sustainability. Emily shares her journey from selling her first paintings for just a dollar to creating a thriving business centered on fine art and artist mentorship. Together, they explore the emotional and practical realities of showing up authentically online, navigating burnout, and learning how to align personal values with business decisions. Today on Art + Audience: Emily’s early pricing model missteps: Hear how her unorthodox approach shaped he...2025-07-0936 minArt & CocktailsArt & CocktailsTenacious & Luxurious: Emily Jeffords on Building an Art Career with Authenticity, Grace, and DeterminationIn this inspiring episode of Art & Cocktails, host Ekaterina Popova welcomes the talented Emily Jeffords, an abstract impressionist painter, creative educator, and writer from Greenville, South Carolina. Together, they dive into Emily's journey of learning to sell and market her art independently, creating eco-friendly art practices, and discovering a fulfilling creative process. Emily shares her path from art school to building a thriving career outside the traditional gallery system, offering insights for artists eager to navigate the art world on their terms. She discusses the importance of local art scenes, connecting with collectors, and pricing art confidently...2024-11-1448 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsWant to Create Better Work? This is the FIRST StepThe Collective Opens on May 30th! This is the most transformative place for Artists to grow their studios and practices because we normalize the success of Creatives. There are so many training and lessons in there so you can find success in your work a little more easily and gently.    Go visit the Nature and Silk Scarf Collection I mentioned at the end of this episode! It will be available Thursday at 2:00pm est.    This episode is a bit vulnerable and took a lot of inner work to even get to the...2024-05-2336 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsCan You Create Beauty From Trauma? With Vyana Novus Being human is hard. Let your creativity make it easier. Your creativity is boundless, your imagination is unyielding, and the weight of this world is unrelenting.   Vyana Novus joins us in this very tender and open discussion on creativity, trauma, beauty, and safety in this interview-episode. You will walk away feeling so deeply seen and reminded that pain is integral to our growth and often plays a part in the creation of good art. Vyana is one of my dearest friends and we talk like two people who have a deep understanding of one a...2024-05-021h 34Do It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsEmily Is Painting! (and it's going GREAT. For real.)Hey there, friend! Welcome back to the Do It For The Process podcast – it's so great to have you here again. I've been pouring my heart into creating a fresh body of work in the studio and the painting process has taught me SO much -- yet again. Here's the thing I've realized: pleasure is the goal. Finding joy in the process is everything. Sometimes your own happiness can be the only goal -- in and out of the studio. Trying things that excite you and feel new can make the entire process come to li...2024-04-2534 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsShare the Work -- How To Grow Your Dream CareerGet the full experience and tune into the workshops (and get all the conversation, Q&A, extra goodness, and worksheets) HERE. The Share the Work videos are available through March 21st!  MAKING art WORK Share the Work Emily Jeffords' art Instagram TikTok if someone buys something for their home or themselves, they want to enjoy that thing. In order to enjoy something, we have to VALUE it. In this episode, we talk about all the ways we might be devaluing our own art and efforts before ever showing our work to someone else!  As...2024-03-181h 32Do It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsPart 3: Top 10 Tips for Marketing Growth for Artists and CreativesSHARE the WORK is beginning next Monday! This workshop is happening each day at noon next week and you need to join us! If you're hoping to begin to sell more art and increase your sales in 2024, then prioritize this.  Save your seat here!    Ok, now on to our marketing prediction for 2024. I have 10 to share with you in this 3-part series. These predictions are based on my intuition, trends I'm sensing, and research I'm doing.  Experiment with them and see where they take you!  Automation > link in bio  Paid ads work so so we...2024-03-0850 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsPART 2: My TOP 10 Marketing Trend Predictions for 2024 for Artists and CreativesSHARE the WORK is beginning next Monday! This workshop is happening each day at noon next week and you need to join us! If you're hoping to begin to sell more art and increase your sales in 2024, then prioritize this.  Save your seat here!    Ok, now on to our marketing prediction for 2024. I have 10 to share with you in this 3-part series. These predictions are based on my intuition, trends I'm sensing, and research I'm doing.  Experiment with them and see where they take you!  Video > Photo (but photos are going to make...2024-03-0739 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsPART 1: My TOP 10 Marketing Trend Predictions for 2024Part 1 or 3: My TOP 10 Marketing Trend Predictions for 2024 for Artists and Creatives    Before we get into this NERDY and life-giving conversation, I have to tell you that SHARE the WORK is beginning next Monday! This workshop is happening each day at noon next week and you need to join us! If you're hoping to begin to sell more art and increase your sales in 2024, then prioritize this.  You can save your seat here!    Ok, now on to our marketing prediction for 2024. I have 10 to share with you in this 3-part...2024-03-0636 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsBranding for Artists - Share the Work Day 4This episode is FULL and detailed. I highly highly recommend downloading the accompanying workbook. It's THOROUGH and beautiful. And join the next LIVE workshop too!    In this episode, we begin thinking about your BRAND. How does your studio look and FEEL to others? What essence does it give off? How is it being felt by your audience and collectors? I offer tips for defining your brand and understanding your aesthetic. Your brand is far more than your logo or fonts or brand colors -- it's the essence of your business....2023-08-2430 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsCan Artists Sell Art Online? Share the Work Day 1Join the LIVE Share the Work workshop + community HERE And be sure to download the workbook that accompanies this 5-day event.   As an artist, we often hear that creativity isn't a real job -- it's not safe, it's not dependable, it's not lucrative... These thoughts are outdated and limiting at best.    The world is thirsty for beauty and connection. We, as artists, are in the business of creating beauty and connection within our art and within communities.  Your work deserves to be shared, seen, and appreciated. LET IT T...2023-08-2119 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsCan Artists Depend on Themselves?SHARE THE WORK begins next week! A Free 5-day workshop designed to help you sell more artwork online! & Even more exciting!! MAKING ART WORK opens on August 24th-31st! This 9-week masterclass is going to transform and evolve the way you run and grow your business. I can't wait to get a front-row seat!   Listening to this episode while MAKING art WORK is closed? Be sure to sign up for the waitlist so you can be the first to know when the doors open up again!    Let’s dis...2023-08-1730 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsHow Do You ”Diversify Your Business” as an Artist?Get the free workbook  that goes along with this episode! It's beautiful and full of practical advice. With your inspiration, brand, and highest work in mind, listen to this episode, go through the FREE workbook that accompanies this episode, and listen closely to your inspiration and intuition. When an idea piques your interest, invest in it! Consider it! In this episode, we talk about assessing and deciding which ideas are worth your precious, valuable energy, which ones your audience is most excited about, and which to let go of. Diversifying your business is wonderful because yo...2023-08-0338 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsBut Can You Have Fun AND Make Money?A thoughtful listener sent in a question that resonated deeply with this community: "How have you handled the different seasons of your life while maintaining your business?"   As we talk about play and creative freedom, paying attention to sustainability is also incredibly important. There’s a delicate balance that most artists need to find between creative freedom and emotional safety (which also includes financial security).   Listed to my five tips for growing a profitable business while also ENJOYING all of it!   Making Art Work opens soon! JOIN US 2023-07-2044 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsThe Only Goal You Need This Summer: PLAYThe summer months are full of extra light, energy, joy, and warmth -- they are the perfect months to focus on creativity, but more than that, creative PLAY.  In this episode, we discuss the importance of creating inspiration and energy overflow so that you can give from abundance and create work that is fulfilling in a deep and lasting way.  Creativity thrives when we give ourselves the freedom to play. The studio is your haven, your playground. Let go of expectations, rules, and limitations. Experiment with different techniques, materials, and styles.  Tip this sam...2023-07-0634 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsGetting Back Into Abundance In the StudioThere’s this thing about “big magic” that I love – but also dislike – magic (inspiration) can come to you and change your whole life and work in the most powerful and beautiful of ways, but it can also leave if you are not prepared to honor it and use it. I don’t know if it’s true or not, but it feels true right now, and it’s adding a bit of scarcity to my mindset that doesn’t need to be present.    As I choose to step into more abundance in my studio practice, there are...2023-06-2234 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsWelcome Back to Do It For The ProcessIt's been a while. Let's catch back up. Many things in my life have changed, and many are still the same. One thing that has remained the same is that creativity is deeply generous, art has the power to HEAL, and empowering other artists is deeply meaningful and powerful.    I read a poem by my new favorite poet, Andrea Gibson. Check out their work here. And read the poem I read in this podcast on their Instagram.   It is an honor to be back in this space with you! If...2023-06-0830 minConsider the WildflowersConsider the Wildflowers013. Emily Jeffords: The Audacity to Dream Bigger“We don’t get more than one lifetime to create these big visionary ideas. We have to take the years that we’re given and just go for it.” As an art student she was given the expectation that a career in art would be a constant struggle. “Struggling artist” is a social norm that Emily Jeffords just doesn’t believe. And though she set out on her art career journey with a tenacious attitude and audacious dream to beat the odds, at the height of success she was met with a mental battle she didn’t expect. I’...2022-10-0755 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsLove Your Creativity Enough to VALUE IT -- My Sabbatical YearI'm doing something brave - scary - generous - loving - needed - luxurious - important - countercultural...  I'm RESTING. Not yet -- right now I'm diving headfirst into Making Art Work and I'm SO excited to nurture and empower the Creative Community in this way. My sabbatical will begin in 2023 and will be focused on creativity, inspiration, rest, writing, and nurturing the parts of my that have been patiently waiting for attention.   I'm so excited.    If you're feeling thirsty for inspiration and creativity, maybe this is your nudge to t...2022-03-1017 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsPractical Tips to Grow Your Dream Career + Move Past the LiesPractical Tips to Grow Your Dream Career + Move Past the Lies Welcome to the final episode in the Share the Work series! You can watch all the video trainings + access the workbooks + community here. The more you value the deep creative work you offer, the more your audience will value your work as well. As you progress through your journey, you might find a few “lies” creep onto your path — let’s talk about them and very practically move past them! Learn more about Making Art Work...2022-03-0429 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords5 Ways to Marketing Your Work -- Share the Work Making Art Work is OPEN! Come join me in this transformative creative course. Making Art Work is a 12-week course where I teach Artists and Creatives how to build a soulful, profitable business. I’ve watched hundreds of Alumni sell their high-end creative work consistently, they create collections that are often purchased in minutes, launch products with their dream companies, grow their collector base (way more important than your IG followers), and run profitable, sustainable, multi-passionate events.   Today, we're going to dive into marketing effectively.  Marketing Your Work Effectively and Sustainably Email Mark...2022-03-0327 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsCreating a (Totally Unique + Beautiful) BRAND -- Share the WorkThis is the third episode in the Share the Work Series and things are getting more practical by the day!   Remember, You bring the VALUE to your work.   Now we’re going to talk about all the aesthetic elements that surround your work and think through how they communicate your brand message. As the creator, you also get to create an elevated brand.  A brand is far more than a logo. It is far more than your website. It's not your icons, graphics, images, the tiny allig...2022-03-0228 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsHow to Attract an Audience toYour WorkOne of the first challenges we have as artists are finding "the right" audience for our work. Before you can expect to attract customers, you have to understand what your work is saying as it is active and living in the world. In this episode, I'll help you DEFINE YOUR WORK Outward expression & aesthetics of the vision 01/ Keep imposter syndrome to a minimum - honor the beauty and importance of what you have created. 02/ Get clear on why your work matters to you 03/ Look at your work from the outside; is...2022-03-0130 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsHow to Create Valuable Work that Sells. Share the Work 2022Welcome to Share the Work 2022! Each day this week, we're going to explore ways that YOU can honor your creative process and share your work beautifully and intentionally with the world. The first step in growing a profitable creative business and sharing your work is: Creating work that you find valuable -- and then creating work that sells!  As you begin to grow a business around your creativity, understanding the heart and soul of your inspiration and practice is so important. The beauty that comes out of you first begins inside of you — and that bea...2022-02-2826 minCreative GeniusCreative Genius13 - Emily Jeffords: Creativity: Do it for the ProcessThere are so many things to love about Emily Jeffords, not least of which is how she tried to start off this episode by asking me the questions. I loved it. Emily is one of the most gently confident people I have ever met. She's poised, thoughtful &  generous. And her clarity - Emily is SO clear.  Throughout the episode, she gives us examples of how clarity has been one of the most important elements in the foundations of everything she's created. And she has created a lot. She has established herself as a leader in the...2022-02-181h 15Do It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsCan Your Vision Really Become Reality? Goal Setting Part 2THIS IS YOUR YEAR TO SHINE! I know that sounds cheesy, but honestly, if you decide that it is true, then it IS.    Look at the year as a whole and be open to all sorts of wild ideas. You KNOW you can overcome anything. Don’t allow any limiting beliefs in at this point. Projects, collections, collaborations, events…nothing is off-limits to you. You have full creative control over your ambitions & efforts.   Download the Goal Setting Workbook HERE and begin transforming the year into something remarkable. Ready t...2022-01-1228 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsWhat is YOUR Vision? Goal Setting Part 1.Welcome to 2022! Being an artist is one of the most fulfilling vocations on earth, but, let’s be honest, it isn’t the easiest career (especially without clear a clear vision for how to accomplish your goals)! HERE’S THE DEAL, YOUR DREAMS DON’T COME TO LIFE BY CHANCE. THEY COME TO LIFE WHEN YOU CLARIFY YOUR VISION, TRUST THE BEAUTY INSIDE OF YOU AND AIM TOWARDS A GOAL.   Download the Goal-Setting Workbook HERE and begin transposing your vision and dreams into reality!    Ready to really take those dreams up a...2022-01-0537 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsThe Flow of Every Creative IdeaJoin me for a real and honest conversation about how to move through the creative process -- from inspiration to mastery. It takes some intentional care to grow a sustainable practice around your creativity. Understanding the very natural flow of ideas is so helpful on that journey.   Inspiration, learn, practice, perfect, improve, master, repeat.   We also talk about goal-setting. Get the FREE Goal-Setting Workbook HERE. I offer tips for nourishing inspiration We discuss HOW to take a sabbatical -- practical tips and mindset shifts And why "doing it for the process" is cr...2021-12-2935 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsState of the Studio Address // an honest look behind the scenesHello dear listener! Before we begin, would you please rate and review this podcast? TY BB!   This episode of going to be a bit raw and real. A lot has evolved in the studio since we last talked. I've hired a whole new team (including my husband!). We are continuing the things that work while doing our best to weave sustainability into the productivity. My creative practice has ebbed and flowed and I'll bring you behind the scenes on that process.  I'm opening the doors to The Creative Maven Mastermind tomorrow (October 21st)! I am...2021-10-2041 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsMHN on Share Vulnerably & GROWING Because of It -- with Morgan Harper NicholsI have a VERY special episode for you today: a conversation with Morgan Harper Nichols.  Morgan is a writer, artist, poet, singer, and SO much more. She is deeply generous with both her art and in this podcast conversation.   If you want to see Morgan's work, head here to go to her website, shop, and Instagram.  Morgan recommended a song called "Constellations" by Brenden James which you can find here.   Go follow and say "HI" to Morgan -- she really generously showed up for this sweet community during a season that was e...2021-05-031h 01Do It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsThe Artist's Path to Success! Welcome to Season 5Let’s cut right to the chase.  We’re here because running a creative business can be confusing.   We fill our studios with stacks of work, our hearts with big dreams, but are offered NO direction when it comes to turning those big dreams into a career.   But NOT anymore.  We have big dreams for our creative work and -- GOOD NEWS -- they are valid and totally attainable.     Inside of this episode (which is WAY MORE like a workshop -- get your notebook out), we're going to walk through the...2021-04-291h 26Do It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsLevel Up! Level Up! 🥰 Evaluate, Share, and Elevate!Making Art Work is open through tomorrow!  Join us if you're ready for some massive growth in 2021   But first, let's take it back.  In 2010 when I officially began my fine art career I did NOT have an aspirational brand. I didn’t even know I had a brand (though, yes, I did — we all do). I was deeply undervaluing my work, my voice, my efforts, and, in doing so, I was also undervaluing my collectors. Think about it this way — if someone buys something for their home or themselves, they want to enjoy tha...2021-02-2426 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords"Eeew... I Have a What?" Yep! You have a BRANDLet me see if I've got this right: You create good work (check!) You know your buyers are out there (somewhere…?) You know you can sell your work more effectively, but there's something missing. Something isn't working quite right yet, but you can't quite put your finger on it. I'm going to say a dirty word. You ready? It's your BRAND. Yep. You. You have a brand. I know… It's weird. And feels gross at first. And also kind of fancy! BUT, hear me out! ...2021-02-1713 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsTHIS IS A GOOD ONE -- Sharing Your Vision With Your AudienceWhat does it mean to share your vision with your audience?   How can you trust that your art can speak clearly and effectively in the world? How can you build up your work so that it is VALUED by the right people? Get clear on why your work matters to you Look at your work from the outside — is it speaking in the way you intend? Learn to convey that value to others Define who your ideal audience is and where they feel most comfortable Use empathy to share your work effectively This epis...2021-02-1659 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsClarify Your Vision + Why Your Work Matters (the Heart of a Successful Creative Career)Today is the first day in the Share the Work Challenge!  5 days of LIVE training (recapped here on the podcast) to help you create a firm foundation for your creative business.   Day one: Clarify your vision and why your work matters Day two: Conveying that value to your audience Day three: Up-level your brand vision  Day four: Evaluate + Share + Elevate + Repeat  -- And Making Art Work OPENS!  Woohoo! Day five: Do a beautiful, brave thing!   Today we're taking it back to the heart and soul of the matter...2021-02-1516 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsFive Lies Creatives Often Believe (and Why You Will Succeed If You Don't!)There are a lot of lies that rattle around our heads and sink into our hearts -- some are chosen (limiting beliefs we think will keep us safe), some are given to us.  In this video, we dispel these common lies so fast and so completely that their hold on our community will be massively diminished.     Before we dive in, here are a few links you might want! Join the Share the Work CHALLENGE!  It's happening here and in Facebook!  Facebook will be the home-base for the content, but I'll also be sharin...2021-02-1239 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsThe 5 Ways I would Market My Work If I Could ONLY Choose 5. From Share the WorkWelcome back to the Share the Work Series! Welcome back!  Want to WATCH this podcast episode?  Well, you can!     So far we’ve talked about The 3 things you must know to sell art online, how to know if your art is worth selling, and TODAY, I’m sharing 5 super practical, actionable tips that you can use to support your work in the world. Marketing your art in 2021 is very different than marketing in 2010, 1980, 1800, 1600...  We have had to evolve exponentially as Creative Entrepreneurs.  We have SO much freedom and creative control over our wo...2021-02-1127 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsHow To Know If Your Art is Good... From Share the Work -- with Emily JeffordsHow do you know if your work is "worth selling"?  In this video, I break down exactly how I evaluate my work, my collections, and my voice in the world.   While this title might sound intimidating, keep listening!  I think you're going to find that your creativity WANTS TO REWARD YOU.  It wants you to be successful.  It wants to live boldly and beautifully in the world.     10 tips for evaluating your work Does it resonate with you? Does the concept excite you? Can you sit with it in peace for a few moments? ...2021-02-1026 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsShare The Work // Three Things You Need to Know to Sell ArtWelcome back!  Want to WATCH this podcast episode?  Well, you can!     Today we're taking our very first step into creating a Creative Brand and Career that is elevated, thoughtful, and totally, completely ATTRACTIVE.   Whether this is your first month as a "Creative Entrepreneur" or your 20th year, this video will offer you space to contemplate your work, your brand, and your vision so that you can refine everything.     THREE THINGS YOU MUST KNOW TO SELL YOUR WORK (online and offline)  1. Your website is your gallery, but start...2021-02-0920 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsSHARE THE WORK Begins Today!Welcome to Share the Work!  If you would like to WATCH this video (and series) click right here. It's free.  It's beautiful.  It's nourishing in all the ways.     This first video is the intro + perfect warm-up and a gentle reminder of what really matters as we dive deeper into running a creative BUSINESS.  We'll get into more depth and practical goodness, but I want to start here, with a reminder that your creative work is beautiful and worth your love and energy.       By the end of our time togeth...2021-02-0822 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsSecret to My Studio's Success: Working in CollectionsBefore we begin, a few things to make you aware of: Share The Work begins on MONDAY!  Join us in this 5-part video series designed to help Artists and Creatives gain clarity and understand how beautiful this creative career can be Download the workbook that accompanies this episode HERE.  The Creating Collections Workbook Making Art Work opens for enrollment on the 18th!  This 12-week course empowers you to dramatically grow your creative career.  It's been described as an MBA for Artists and I have to agree.  ;)  And now, let's dive into this episode!   How creating artwork...2021-02-0639 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords2020 By the Numbers - Nerdy, Insightful, + A Little Funny2020 was QUITE the year. As it comes to an end, I love reflecting on the year, tying a tidy bow on all our projects, bookkeeping, stats and analytics…. It's amazing how much you can accomplish in a year.    Want to SEE these numbers and get links to all the resources listed?  Here ya go!    The Education Shop is open!  Click HERE to get all the goodness and links and JOIN US!   2021 is the year of Creative Growth.   2021-01-0724 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords12. The Key to Growth (this season and always) -- The FINAL 12-Days of ChristmasEverything shifted for me and for my business when I figured out this one key concept.  Find something to elevate.  Every day.  Even today.     How can you take your beautiful ideas and share them more clearly, make them a tiny bit more elegant, bring that extra bit of "special" to them?  This one idea will take you from 0-100 faster than anything else AND it helps to keep this career exciting and fresh forever.      Elevating your work is a huge focus inside of Making Art Work.  If you feel like you're ready to gr...2020-12-0625 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords11. How To Make Things Go A Tiny Bit "Viral" -- 12-Days of ChristmasPicture this, your buyer selects the perfect thing, is THRILLED over it, and wants to shout from the rooftops.  But how?   Help your people share their excitement by creating easily shareable graphics!  It's easy, fun, and really joyous for everyone!   Need some help editing your own photos?  I got you!  I created two sets of presets just for Artists and Creatives!  Get the presets here.    Your work is beautiful. It brings light and joy to those who see it. And who doesn’t want to share light and joy this holiday seas...2020-12-0411 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords10. Want Higher Sales? Think Like A Buyer. 12-Days of ChristmasWould it surprise you to know that some (maybe many) if your buyers this holiday season (and every holiday season) are not going to be your fans?  They might not even really know who you are!   But the person receiving the gift is a big fan.      Plan for your BUYERS.  Help them look really, really good this holiday season by making gifting simple and lovely.      Need some help editing your own photos?  I got you!  I created two sets of presets just for Artists and Creatives!  Get the presets here.  2020-12-0315 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords9. The Most Common Mistake in Artist Websites. Don't do this! / 12-Days of ChristmasMake the purchasing process SO SIMPLE.   Visit your website exactly as your customers will.    Go through the entire process as if you were a stranger.   How does it feel?   Is it simple?   How many clicks do you need to make?   Is is clear and simple to go from homepage to checkout?   Need some help editing your own photos?  I got you!  I created two sets of presets just for Artists and Creatves!  Get the presets here.    Your work is beautiful. It brings light and joy to those who see it. And who doesn...2020-12-0212 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords8. How to upgrade your photography and attract higher sales. Now! -- 12 Days of ChristmasThe BIGGEST way to impact your marketing + how your creative work is perceived in the world is via your PHOTOGRAPHY!   Want to upgrade your website?  Take better photos.  Want to improve your Instagram?  Better photos!  More profitable listings?  Yep, better photos.   Need some extra advice?  Keep listening! Want some help editing your own photos?  I got you!  I created two sets of presets just for Artists and Creatves!  Get the presets here.    Your work is beautiful. It brings light and joy to those who see it. And who doesn’...2020-12-0118 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords7. Don’t be afraid to share your work! 12 Days of ChristmasDon’t be afraid to share your work.   Marketing can feel weird, but not when you think of it like this: You are sharing your work with people who want to see it. You created something beautiful, something that brought you joy.  Now let it bring joy and beauty to others.  Share your work consistently & confidently every day. Your work is beautiful. It brings light and joy to those who see it. And who doesn’t want to share light and joy this holiday season? This series is dedicated to sharing TWELVE ways that yo...2020-11-3013 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords6. How Your Calendar Can Lead to MORE Energy This Holiday Season -- 12 Days of ChristmasOne of the most important steps in having a successful holiday season is to plan your marketing calendar!  In this episode, I got you some really clear tips for doing so carefully and in a way that will allow you to work with your creative energy.    Let's take ALL the guesswork out of it so that you can have your best season yet! Your work is beautiful. It brings light and joy to those who see it. And who doesn’t want to share light and joy this holiday season? This...2020-11-2916 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords5. What should I sell...? - YOUR BEST HOLIDAY SEASON YETTODAY IS THE DAY!   The Collective Holiday Pop Up is OPEN!  Come on by and check it out!  The Collective Pop Up features the work of 82 Creatives and there is something for everybody.   Visit the Collective Pop Up   This series is dedicated to sharing TWELVE ways that you can find more clarity, more profit, more sales, and more JOY this season!  Let's take ALL the guesswork out of it so that you can have your best season yet! Your work is beautiful. It brings light and joy to those who see...2020-11-2812 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords4. Pricing Your Work for Your Best Holiday Season Yet.Thank you for joining me on Black Friday!  I know this day is extra, extra BUSY -- especially if you are a small Creative business owner.  But I got you!   This series is dedicated to sharing TWELVE ways that you can find more clarity, more profit, more sales, and more JOY this season!  Let's take ALL the guesswork out of it so that you can have your best season yet! Your work is beautiful. It brings light and joy to those who see it. And who doesn’t want to share light and joy...2020-11-2713 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords3. YOUR BEST HOLIDAY SEASON YET - Choose your starsHappy Thanksgiving to my USA friends!  And to everyone, let's continue making the holiday season AMAZING!   Over the next 12 days, we're going to discuss TWELVE ways that you can find more clarity, more profit, make more sales, and have more JOY this season!  Let's take ALL the guesswork out of it so that you can have your best season yet! Your work is beautiful. It brings light and joy to those who see it. And who doesn’t want to share light and joy this holiday season?   12-Days o...2020-11-2612 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords2. YOUR BEST HOLIDAY SEASON YET -- What does your audience really want?Shiny objects are (literally) everywhere during this festive time of year, but focusing on YOUR work, YOUR goals, and YOUR audience.  But that can be tricky... especially if you're not certain of what they want.  Let's talk about that.  This series is dedicated to sharing TWELVE ways that you can find more clarity, more profit, more sales, and more JOY this season!  Let's take ALL the guesswork out of it so that you can have your best season yet! Your work is beautiful. It brings light and joy to those who see it. ...2020-11-2513 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords1. So You Want to Have A Successful Holiday Season? Welcome To The 12 Days of Christmas!The holiday season is BUSY -- especially if you are a small Creative business owner. Over the next 12 days, we're going to discuss TWELVE ways that you can find more clarity, more profit, make more sales, and have more JOY this season!  Let's take ALL the guesswork out of it so that you can have your best season yet! Your work is beautiful. It brings light and joy to those who see it. And who doesn’t want to share light and joy this holiday season? 12-Days of Holiday Success: DAY 1 ...2020-11-2415 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords10 Tips for Fresher Instagram StoriesOk, buckle up.  This episode is FULL of tips, insight, and advice for creating an engaged, exciting, and effective Instagram Stories.  Because this episode is so full, I created a PDF you can use as a guide.  Check it out here.    10 TIPS FOR FRESHER INSTAGRAM STORIES -- PLUS 2 bonus tips in the PDF!  Woohoo!   Also mentioned in this episode: Setting Up A Healthy Painting Studio - get it for FREE here.   The Pigment | LAB  - a NEW Oil Painting Course taking you from...2020-10-1547 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsHello, Burnout. It's nice to see you. // My personal experience with, and healing from, burnout.LINKS: The Collective (doors are open through August 31st!) The Alaska Retreat EmilyJeffords.com   Hello, burnout.  We meet again, I see you, I feel you, and I thank you.     Picture a match.  You’re holding it in your hand, maybe lighting candles on a cake, maybe lighting a fire, but you’re holding and it’s getting closer and closer to your finger.  You want to keep going, just one more candle!  But the flame is getting hotter so your heart rate goes up and you move faster to the...2020-08-3033 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsArt to Print (How to Make $$ With Your Art) with Laurie Anne GonzalezI have a treat for you today! I recorded a conversation with my pal Laurie Anne Gonzalez about creating PRINTS! Photograph or scan? In-house printing or out-sourced printing? Canvas or paper? Limited edition or open edition? How do I get the right file size? What kind of camera or scanner should I use? Do prints devalue your work? We get into ALL THE QUESTIONS.   Prints have been a huge source of revenue for my business and I would absolutely NOT have the healthy studio I do today without offering reproductions of my work. 2020-08-181h 16Do It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsCome Into The Studio: Inside the "Quite Adventure" CollectionVisit the collection at emilyjeffords.com   Step into the studio for a bit.  Let's catch up and talk about the new collection of artwork I have created, "Quiet Adventure".   In this episode, I share my process and favorite methods to create and release a collection of artwork.    This body of work came together slowly and gently, a form of meditation and healing over the past 20+ months.  There are paintings in this collection I worked on as my baby was crawling around my feet, others I created as a refuge from my own hom...2020-08-0731 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsINSIDE SCOOP: What It's Like to Live With An Artist (Hi Dan!) ;)The Collective is OPEN!  The Collective is a membership designed to help Creatives and Artists grow and find more success in their business.  You create amazing work, now it's time to let that work GROW and make a beautiful impact in the world!   Learn more here   In this episode I get to talk with someone who is VERY important to me; my husband Daniel Jeffords!   Dan and I met in art school and he is one of the most creative and inventive people I know.  He currently runs a softwar...2020-04-2739 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsCreating During CovidWhat does creativity look like during covid-19? ⁣ Is it quiet? ⁣ Is it lonely? ⁣ Is it an escape? ⁣ Is it a home within a home? Is it a way to scream without sound? ⁣ Is it a balm? ⁣ Is it a memory of the past? ⁣ Is it hope? ⁣   The role of an artist is to feel and translate the things we are seeing, feeling, and receiving into something we can all see and feel and receive. But, creating during hardship can be hard. Or easy. Or it might make...2020-04-1313 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsTime to Set Up an Inspiring (and Safe) Home StudioA few tips for setting up a functional at-home studio: First and foremost, make sure the supplies you are using are SAFE.  Do not use toxic materials in your home.   I've created a free guide to help with that.  Get the Studio Setup Guide.   Once you're ready to set up your studio space, keep these tips in mind: Make your home studio an easily accessible space but not in a space that will impede normal life.  I bought a little table on Amazon and set it up in the corner of my...2020-04-1020 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsWhat Does This Make Possible? Can COVID-19 Bring Beauty? As concerns about the spread of the coronavirus COVID-19 increase, I wanted to personally reach out to you and offer some honest thoughts.      I understand how scary and uncertain this time can feel, and the news is so loud and deeply unhopeful.     However, though the whole world feels a little (a lot) crazy, I hope that you are able to transform this storm into a season of GROWTH, TRANSFORMATION, and (dare I say) EXPANSION!     I know this pandemic is causing pain across the globe.    People are sick and...2020-03-1929 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsLET YOUR WORK BE SEENIt's time to share your work with the world -- but HOW? Get all the notes and PDFs in this dedicated, thoughtful email series.  GET IT HERE.   How can you create work that has great weight and meaning in the world?  How can you meet collectors?  How can you establish a brand around your work (and do you even want that?).   In this episode, we're going to dig in and figure out how to define your work and bring it to the world in a way that is so deepl...2020-02-2526 minThe Jenna Rainey ShowThe Jenna Rainey ShowDiversifying Your Income Through Teaching with Emily JeffordsEmily Jeffords is a brilliantly talented fine artist whose work is highly sought out by collectors. A few years into her creative business, she started teaching to diversity her revenue streams—everything from quaint, beautiful workshops in her own studio to week-long retreats in dreamy locations around the world and even online courses!   Her story is inspirational—one that is relatable to so many of us. We talk about:   - How you can start teaching, even if you don't have a large following   - Emily's mindset hack for ove...2020-02-2440 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsThe Lies we Believe (+ practical, honest TRUTH to overcome those lies)There are a lot of lies that rattle around our heads and sink into our hearts -- some chosen, some given.  In this video, we dispel these common lies so fast, and so completely that, hopefully, their hold on you, on US, will be massively diminished.     Before we dive in, here are a few links you might want! Join the Share the Work CHALLENGE!  Facebook will be the home-base for the content but I'll also be sharing the prompts via email as well.     Want some extra-pretty graphics and image...2020-02-1841 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords5 Ways to Get the Attention of CollectorsSo far we’ve talked about The 3 things you must know to sell art online, how to know if your art is worth selling, and TODAY, I’m sharing 5 super practical, actionable tips that you can use to support your work in the world. Marketing your art in 2020 is very different than marketing in 2010, 1980, 1800, 1600...  We have had to evolve exponentially as Creative Entrepreneurs.  We have SO much freedom and creative control over our work and careers.  The ability to meet collectors on our own -- the ability to grow and expand our work as we would like...  it's all...2020-02-1430 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsHow Do You Know If Your Work is Worth Selling...?How do you know if your work is "worth selling"?  In this video, I break down exactly how I evaluate my work, my collections, and my voice in the world.   While this title might sound intimidating, keel listening!  I think you're going to find that your creativity WANTS TO REWARD YOU.  It wants you to be successful.  It wants to live boldly and beautifully in the world.     10 tips for evaluating your work Does it resonate with you? Does the concept excite you? Can you sit with it in peace for a few moments? ...2020-02-1229 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords3 Things You Need to Know to SELL Your ArtIF YOU WOULD LIKE TO WATCH THE VIDEO SERIES, you still can!  The videos are live until Feb 25th, 2020. Watch "Share The Work" here   WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MAKING ART WORK?  This is my signature 12-week course for Creative Entrepreneurs and it is full of all the goodness and direction you need to thrive in your creative career.       Began simply but with a vision. Your website is your gallery, but start simple. Less is more and the most important thing is that you share your gorgeou...2020-02-1024 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsShare the Work!Welcome to Share the Work! This is a 4 part series + challenge and by the end of this short series you will feel empowered and excited to share your work in the most vibrant and passionate way possible. Over the next few episodes we’re going to dive into: — 3 things you must know to sell art online — How do you know if your art is worth selling? — 5 ways to share your work and get the attention of collectors — Breaking the mold: The 5 most hurtful lies artists believe (and 5 ways we can overcome those bloc...2020-02-0714 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsHow Working in COLLECTIONS Changed My LifeImagine creating artwork for weeks, without thinking about selling.  Imagine putting your whole vision into the world clearly and beautifully.  ...And what if there were also eager collectors ready and waiting for your work?  AMAZING, right? When I began my creative career I did what most (if not ALL) artists do: we create something and then sell it.  Create, then sell.  And repeat.  In fact, I did that flow on high speed because I began my career by doing a painting each DAY and selling it the next day!  This is fine for a while...2020-01-3137 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsA Decade of Learning: Growing, Finding my Voice, and Learning to Make an ImpactProgress is Quiet and Slow.  Lasting growth rarely happens in a flash -- if it did, it would be far too painful.  I began supporting my family with my artwork business in 2013, selling originals, commissions, and prints.  Once that shift happened in my mind and in our lives, a whole world of possibility was opened to me.  The next seven years brought consistent and gentle growth -- more profits, exciting opportunities, saying YES to things that felt just a tiny bit outside of my comfort zone, scaling, stretching...  All that growth has brought tremendous blessings and p...2020-01-2937 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsA Decade of Learning: Living in Poverty, Making Beauty, Growing Stronger Every Day (part 1)TEN YEARS as a professional fine artist!  Woohoo!  What a surreal moment this is for me.  What a journey it has been!  But it hasn't been easy.  Would you believe me if I told you I sold my first painting for $1?  The $2?     In this episode, I bring you through the early years of my creative career, from spare bedroom studios and $1 paintings, to West Texas and the start of my (old) blog BeautifulHelloBlog.com, to Charleston and my new creative adventures as a REAL artist making $400 a month, a failed art show, the beginning...2020-01-2233 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsThe Artist's Year of Growth (part 2) here’s the deal, YOUR DREAMS DON’T COME TO LIFE BY CHANCE. THEY COME TO LIFE WHEN YOU WORK YOUR MAGIC AND AIM TOWARDS A GOAL.   In this episode: we plan out the year season by season discuss dates you should avoid  tips for planning out your year advice to increase your creativity + profitability   I also share a look into my year-calendar and insight into how a thriving creative business.   Download the 28-page workbook and plan some brilliance!  Download the booklet here. 2020...2020-01-1037 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsThe Artist's Year of Growth (part 1)Welcome to 2020!  The Year of growth and expansion.   In this podcast, we explore the importance of dreams (how can you grow without vision?) and then dive into practical ways to grow your business, nourish your creativity, and fall in LOVE with the process.   There is a BEAUTIFUL free 28-page workbook that goes along with this two-part episode series.  Download it here.  It is designed for your success and I can't wait to hear how it impacts your bottom line + creativity this year!     2020-01-0932 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsHow to Feel ALIVE In Your Creative Process (and create better work!)Whew!  We're nearly there.  It's almost time to stuff some stockings and eat fruit cake -- the holiday sales season is wrapping up soon!   I first shared this exercise with The Collective (a mentorship I offer for creatives and artists) but I wanted to share it with you too!        Regardless of how you are taking on this season (aiming for record sales goals or sitting this one out) the energy in the air can be a bit much sometimes.  Am I right?   And here's a little secret for you: t...2019-12-1318 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords5 Tips for AMAZING Holiday SalesThe holidays are (nearly) here and it's time for your creativity to SHINE!  In this episode, I share 5 tips that will majorly increase your holiday sales: 1. Think of your website like a storefront.  Make it beautiful, tidy, enchanting, and easy to navigate. 2. Be consistent and constant.  Remember that, during normal times of the year, if you say something five times, your audience is just beginning to hear you. During the holidays I recommend saying something at least 7 to 10 times in order to be heard!  It might feel like too much to you, but it d...2019-11-2022 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsWhat To Do When Someone Copies Your Work (part 2)Welcome to part two of our creating authentic art conversation: What do you do when someone COPIES your work?    I'm coming to you from Europe today but before we begin this episode, go download the FREE GUIDE TO SELL YOUR OWN WORK. “How to Sell Art Online” https://www.emilyjeffords.com/howtosellart This guide is going to make the whole process of bringing your work to the world clear and inspiring.   Two weeks ago we talked about ways to create authentic art that is pure and fro...2019-09-2548 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsHow to Create Authentic Art (Copying in Art, Part 1)Having been in the creative world for quite a few years with a pretty wide audience, I've had the "honor" (lol) of having my work copied many, many times.   In this episode, I get into why copying someone's work is harmful to not only the original artist but also for the person who is being heavily inspired.   We also get into mental shifts and practical tips for creating good, authentic, ORIGINAL art that is going to help your work thrive.  Creating work you are proud of and that speaks from your point of view and perso...2019-09-1147 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsWant to Know Our Secret to Success? Creative Community.Shouldn't we be competing?  Shouldn't we keep everything locked away and behind closed doors?  What if I were to tell you that honesty and transparency in your creative business could be the key to your success?  What if I were to tell you that it was my key to success?  Would you go for it?     In this episode we hear from 6 women who have been a vibrant and powerful part of my creative community: Jan McCarthy (http://www.janmccarthy.com/) Jennifer Allevato (https://jenniferallevato.com) Katherine Corden (https://katherinecorden.com/) 2019-08-2839 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsThe Artist's Success Path!Yes, you read that correctly.  A path that your creative career can move and evolve through so that you can just create and rest in the knowledge that you and your business are exactly where you need to be!   Where does your business fall right now? Hobbyist, Emerging Artist, Pioneering Artist, Aficionado, and Creative Maven.   Learn SO much more about each phase in the booklet and video series.     Join us on this journey at EmilyJeffordsLearn.com.  You can find all the links to the success path right on the homepage...2019-08-2206 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsSo you want to be an expert? Guess what...?Oooo!  I LOVE this conversation.  Today we're discussing what it means to be an "expert", when you can call yourself one, and how you can up-level really, really quickly.     I'm coming to you from my home studio and this podcast includes a little painting as well!   This episode is sponsored by "The Collective; my brand new, totally beautiful membership for artists and creative entrepreneurs.  Enrollment opens August 20th.  Learn more at emilyjeffordslearn.com/collective 2019-08-1448 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsHow to Come Back to the ProcessComing back to your creative work can be harder than one might expect.  Whether you took a week off for vacation or 20 years to raise a family, your creative work is calling to you, but what do you do when you feel unsure in the process?  I'm speaking on this topic from experience today!  links mentioned in this episode: www.emilyjeffordslearn.com www.emilyjeffordslearn.com/collective      2019-07-3132 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsSeason 2 is Coming Soon!So excited to announce that Season 2 of the Do It For the Process Podcast is returning next Wednesday!    This season is going to be full of good conversations and honest discussion on creative life and entrepreneurship.      See you then!  xo 2019-07-2402 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsFive Ways to Improve Your Instagram StoriesInstagram is one of the platforms I LOVE most -- and that is, in large part, due to Instagram Stories!  Instagram Stories bring community and friendship to the platform.  It allows us to connect on a more human and personal level and brings the intimacy of the creative practice right into the hearts and minds of our audience.     In this podcast I offer 5 tips for using this platform really well.  Download the guide here.  2019-04-0313 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsCan artists Make It On Their Own? The Mindset Shifts Needed To Be a Creative EntrepreneurCan artists make it on their own?  I mean, really.  We are supposed to be dependent on others and suffering and starving... but no.  Nope.  I'm having none of that.  In this episode, we get into the mindset shifts needed to create a sustainable creative career.     Visit EmilyJeffordsLearn.com to find out more about the podcast, Emily Jeffords, and Making Art Work.  Enrollment will reopen in early 2020.   2019-03-2725 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsMy Five favorite Photo Editing AppsMaking Art Work is OPEN!  Visit EmilyJeffordsLearn.com to learn more and to JOIN US! Your ability to edit photos on the go has NEVER been easier -- but which apps to use?  I list my 5 favorite apps, reasons I chose them, and tips to use them well for your own photos!     Get the guide HERE 2019-03-2015 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsThe Studio SeriesJoin me in a 5-part VIDEO series, The Studio Series!  This is a mini-course designed to bring clarity & inspiration and to your creative practice.   Join us!  The course launched TODAY and will available through the 27th of March!        2019-03-1505 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsCan Artists Really Sell Artwork Online?Can artists actually sell artwork online?  Really...?   In this podcast we delve into: Communicating well with your audience Removing doubt + allowing your audience to trust you Sharing a lifestyle, not a product Connecting genuinely and authentically BROUGHT TO YOU BY MY UPCOMING COURSE: Making Art Work -- a 3 month, 12-week intensive course and community for artists and creatives wanting to grow their creative practice into a thriving, sustainable business. Download the Worksheet that accompanies this podcast here   2019-03-1338 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsFive Books that are changing the way I think about my creative practiceDownload the PDF with links to each of these books here 5 books that are changing the way I think about marketing, the creative process, and WHY I chose to lead this beautiful, complex, vibrant lifestyle.  I hope they encourage and inspire you as well! 2019-03-0619 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsInstagram for Artists (part 2): tips for creating a VIBRANT and ENGAGING accountWhat makes some Instagram accounts come ALIVE?  Why do some people seem to have ALL the engagement while your account gets crickets?  This episode dives into engagement across the whole Instagram platform and how to really add value to your community.  I'm getting a bit nerdy in this episode to bring you ALL the goodness and growth (and the exact method I used to grow my account from 0 to 70,000+). Download the PDF workbook that accompanies this conversation HERE. PS. visit Emily_Jeffords on IG for a visual example of what we're discussing.  xo     2019-02-2842 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsInstagram for Artists (part 1): tips for creating a VIBRANT and ENGAGING accountHave you ever thought about the psychology of an engaging Instagram account?  How about the aesthetic flow and community-centered conversation?  I'm getting a bit nerdy in this episode to bring you ALL the goodness and growth (and the exact method I used to grow my account from 0 to 70,000+). Get the PDF workbook "Instagram for Creatives" HERE. PS. visit Emily_Jeffords on IG for a visual example of what we're discussing.  xo 2019-02-2730 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsMother + Artist: can creativity coexist with parenting?Can creativity live alongside motherhood?  We address this question and delve into mindset shifts and practical tips to make this challenging task even more rewarding.     "Allow your children to find space within your life --but don’t remove all other loves in the process.  Your heart is big enough for all of it."    xo, Emily Jeffords 2019-02-2024 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsMy journey from starving artist to six-figure business owner AND the power of small, consistent stepsIn this podcast, we discuss topics like overcoming fear embracing the bravery needed to share journey and work My journey from starving artist to 6-figure business owner the power of small consistent steps. I'm your host, Emily Jeffords and I'm so glad you're here.  Welcome to #DoitfortheProcess 2019-02-1330 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: 14 tried & true ways to remain inspired and ALIVE in your creativityCreating a practice the keeps your heart and mind far from burnout and deep in your inspiration. This mantra, "do it for that process", Has deeply inspired my practice and that of thousands of other creators. Download the jet for the process creative practice guide here: "14 Tips for connecting with your creative process." 2019-02-1338 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsBONUS // What Does "Art" Mean to You212 people answered this question openly and honestly on one of my Instagram posts recently.  Their replies are deep and heartfelt and DESERVE to be heard.  This is a random sampling of some of those comments read aloud.   Art is POWERFUL.  Art is change.  It is grace and peace and pain and passion.   2019-02-1325 minDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsDo It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily JeffordsIntro: Do It For The Process, a NEW Podcast from Emily JeffordsWelcome to the studio and to the Do It for the process Podcast. A Podcast for creatives, artists, and those who are creatively curious. I’m Emily Jeffords. Artist, mother, & educator   2019-02-0402 minThe Best Today® PodcastThe Best Today® PodcastBL&J 71: How Artist Emily Jeffords Created a Business and Life Marked by Stillness and Peace Emily Jeffords is an artist whom I believe captures peace and calm in a way that is truly a gift and I am so excited that she is this weeks guest on the Business, Life & Joy podcast.  A business owner, artist, mom, wife and so much more, Emily portrays #businesslifeandjoy in a way that soothes and calms.  Just look at her body of work and Instagram feed and you'll see exactly what I mean!  Emily and I chat about how she began her career and business, how her business grew over time and how she is able to m...2018-09-1055 minPositively CreativePositively Creative013 - Emily Jeffords on Painting Collections, Getting Buyers to Connect with her Art via Instagram, and Only Doing the Creative Work she EnjoysDorothy chats with Emily Jeffords, a fine artist from Greenville, South Carolina.  Emily's well known for her dreamy abstract oil landscape paintings, her more than perfectly beautiful Instagram account, and her workshops ranging from local to abroad. "If you're doing what you're enjoying and if you're doing what makes you happy in the moment, that's going to be the most successful. That's going to be the most vibrant for you and your collectors, if that's what's going to resonate, if you want to have collaborations with big brands or blogs, the things that make you happy speaks t...2017-07-1346 minRoam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers - Roam + Go LightlyRoam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers - Roam + Go LightlyEmily Jeffords On "Finding Peace & Loving The Process"As an abstract impression painter who’s work ranges from oils, watercolor and acrylics, Emily Jeffords is just one of those people who is deeply in touch with her creative process and completely understands why art is crucial to our lives. In addition to creating pieces that always nothing less than dreamy and downright soulful, Emily is also a mother of two and a creative entrepreneur who's passionate about enjoy the process of inspiration. Together Emily and I chat about why creating is so important in our lives, what keeps Emily in touch with her creativity and her tips and tr...2016-11-0737 minCreating Your Own PathCreating Your Own PathCYOP #61 - Easing Into a Creative Career + Exploring New Collaborations with Fine Artist Emily JeffordsToday’s show is a good one, you guys. After leaving Philadelphia I headed for Greenville, South, Carolina. The city is not only incredibly charming, but it’s also home to the studio of Fine Artist Emily Jeffords. Like me, many of you may be familiar with her work thanks to her blog and social media presence and it was so exciting to meet her, tour her beautiful space and chat about her career. In the interview we cover Emily’s tips for easing into a creative career, her thoughts on collaborating with larger brands, the importance of hav...2015-11-0500 min