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From sketchbook notes and letters, to authoring her own exhibition catalogues and eventually publishing a memoir, to her thoughtful weekly Substack newsletter, The Lifeboat, Samantha Clark reflects on how writing fosters clarity and confidence for herself and the artists she mentors.
In a conversation with host Alyson Stanfield, Samantha discusses how writing can deepen one's creative practice, the value of opening conversations, and how she maintains a writing schedule alongside her work in the studio.
They also delve into the practicalities of living and working in a remote location and how artists can view marketing not as a chore but as an opportunity to build meaningful connections.
00:43 Meet Samantha Clark: Visual Artist, Writer, and Author
02:23 Samantha's Artistic Journey and Writing Integration
04:22 Living and Creating on Orkney Island
10:43 Balancing Art, Writing, and Mentoring
15:28 The Power of Writing for the Creative Practice
27:26 Weekly Writing Routine
28:39 Newsletter Content and Process
30:47 Why Samantha Transitioned to Substack
35:33 Monetizing and Community Building
43:08 Samantha’s Writing Schedule
47:39 Looking Forward to 2025
🎧 RELATED EPISODES
Writing on Substack Can Be Integral to Your Creative Process with Ann Balaam Miller (210)
Imperfect Journaling for Artists with Cynthia Morris (51)
Guidelines for Your Artist Statement (50)
Publishing a How To Book for Artists with Carol McIntyre (37)
📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit https://artbizsuccess.com/clark-writing
⭐️ Connect with Samantha, subscribe to her Substack, The Lifeboat, and see more of her art: https://www.samanthaclark.net/
🔶 Does your art business need a boost or a refresh? Please see my comprehensive art-marketing program, Essentials for Artist Success 🔶 full of tools, strategies, and process you need to establish your professionalism and increase your visibility. For those with beginning and emerging art careers and those who need to approach their business with more thought and intention.
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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This episode is for you if you enjoy writing or aspire to do more of it.
Host Alyson Stanfield interviews Ann Miller, who has found a powerful way to merge her creative passions with her love for writing while growing her audience. Using Substack, she refines ideas for books, shares insights into calligraphy and design, and engages her audience with educational content.
Substack has become integral to her process, helping her manage projects, organize thoughts, and extend her teaching. By offering free content to build community, and exploring paid options, Ann balances creativity with income generation.
01:14 Ann's Art Journey
02:22 Diversifying Income Streams
05:31 Teaching and Workshops
07:42 Starting a Substack
13:05 Writing Process and Tools
21:59 Monetizing Substack
25:42 Advice for Artists Who Are Considering Substack
🎧 RELATED EPISODES
Imperfect Journaling for Artists with Cynthia Morris (ep. 51)
Guidelines for Your Artist Statement (ep. 50)
Publishing a How To Book for Artists with Carol McIntyre (ep. 37)
📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit https://artbizsuccess.com/substack-miller
⭐️ Connect with Ann Balaam Miller, subscribe to her Getting Inky Substack, and see more of her art: https://pennib.com
🔶 Does your art business need a boost or a refresh? Please see my comprehensive art-marketing program, Essentials for Artist Success 🔶 full of tools, strategies, and process you need to establish your professionalism and increase your visibility. For those with beginning and emerging art careers and those who need to approach their business with more thought and intention.
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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Peek inside the elite art world.
Host Alyson Stanfield speaks with Michael Findlay, a long-time art dealer and author of the new memoir, Portrait of the Art Dealer as a Young Man: New York in the Sixties.
They discuss his extensive career, insights into the evolving art market, and memorable stories, including an amusing anecdote about Andy Warhol.
Findlay emphasizes the importance of immersive, in-person art experiences and the qualities that make a great art collector. He also reflects on changes in the relationship between dealers and artists over the decades and the impact of modern technology on art collecting and appreciation.
01:36 Michael's Early Art Experiences
08:07 Art Education and Its Impact
17:41 The Role of Curiosity in Art Collecting
27:14 Modern Art Collecting Challenges
29:54 Michael's Career and Gallery Work
39:45 Andy Warhol Stories
45:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
🎧 RELATED EPISODES
Qualities Galleries Are Looking For in Their Artists with Jeremy Tessmer (ep. 123)
Secrets from Copying a Masterpiece with Lilianne Milgrom (ep. 87)
Focusing on the Art, Not the Art Business with Rebecca Welz (ep. 134)
📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit https://artbizsuccess.com/findlay-memoir
✅ While you’re there, click on the graphic to download a copy of my Comprehensive Exhibitions Checklist + Timeline—totally free with opt in.
⭐️ Connect with Michael Findlay: https://michaelfindlay.com
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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This is a letter I wrote in 2017 to help a concerned father support his introverted artist son. I wanted to help him—and anyone else who wants to help an artist—understand the struggles of artists and how they can be most helpful.
My 7 pieces of advice (outlined in the timestamps below) isn’t given lightly and is based on decades of experience working with artists.
host: Alyson Stanfield
00:44 Dear Loved One 01:33 Insight 1: Accept Me as I Am 02:34 Insight 2: Respect the Way I Work 03:32 Insight 3: Acknowledge the Difficulties 04:41 Insight 4: Ask About My Goals 05:32 Insight 5: Offer Help 06:48 Insight 6: Support Me 08:01 Insight 7: Just Love Me
🎧 RELATED EPISODES
How to Feel Like a Successful Artist (ep. 165)
Being an Artist with Geoffrey Gorman (ep. 124)
How Do You Know When You’re an Artist? with James Holmes (ep. 88)
📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit https://artbizsuccess.com/advice-for-helping-artists/
🔶 Does your art business need a boost or a refresh? Please see my comprehensive art-marketing program, Essentials for Artist Success 🔶 full of tools, strategies, and process you need to establish your professionalism and increase your visibility. For those with beginning and emerging art careers and those who need to approach their business with more thought and intention.
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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host: Alyson Stanfield
Artist and advocate Virginia Broersma talks with me about her efforts to support fellow artists through practical resources. Virginia shares how she founded The Artist's Office to help artists manage administrative tasks and created The Artist's Contract, a free tool for artist protections.
We also explore her Studio Loan program, which connects artists needing temporary studio space. Virginia's work highlights the importance of collaboration, transparency, and empowering artists to navigate their careers confidently.
00:22 Meet Virginia Broersma
01:16 Virginia's Recent Projects and Initiatives
02:15 The Evolution of Virginia's Career
03:49 The Artist's Office: Supporting Artists
06:03 Navigating Opportunities and Challenges
07:36 Balancing Art and Administrative Work
08:41 Setting Boundaries and Prioritizing Studio Time
24:57 The Artist Contract and Studio Loan Program
34:57 Encouraging Artist Collaboration and Networking🎧 RELATED EPISODES
How to Legally Protect Your Creative Work with Kathryn Goldman (ep. 125)
Artist as Problem Solver with Michael Gadlin (ep. 93)
Risk, Rejection, and Resilience with Christine Aaron (ep. 114)
📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit https://artbizsuccess.com/broersma-contracts
⭐️ Connect with Virginia and see more of her art: https://virginiabroersma.com
🟪 I have a short webinar that would be a great resource for helping you to increase the perceived value of your work.
It’s called How to Ask for More Money for Your Art. It's only $20. And the reason that I make it so affordable is because it's fundamental. I created How to Ask for More Money for Your Art because I noticed so many artists were sabotaging their work.
If you need to increase the perceived value of your art, check it out.
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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Host Alyson Stanfield delves into the necessity of creating demand for your artwork in order to achieve a certain level of success.
She discusses the balance between ambition and practicality in the art market and offers five essential tips to assess and cultivate demand effectively.
Alyson stresses the importance of setting realistic expectations, refining your unique artistic voice, and nurturing genuine relationships. Through examples from past episodes and insightful advice, she aims to help artists understand and thrive in their respective markets.
00:29 Understanding the Art Market 01:46 Being Unrealistic in Your Art Marketing Strategies 02:48 Defining “Demand” in the Art World 05:20 Challenges and Realities of High Demand 08:22 Benefits of Being an In-Demand Artist 10:12 Two Key Steps to Take 14:32 Five Practical Tips for Artists to Assess Demand 17:00 Resource: How to Ask for More Money for Your Art
📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit https://artbizsuccess.com/demand
🎧 MENTIONED EPISODES
The Internet Might Be Ruining Artists’ Livelihoods with William Deresiewicz (ep. 205)
She Knows Exactly How Much Her Art Income Will be Every Month with Kelly Pelfrey (ep. 162)
Growing Beyond Being an Instagram Artist with Sara Schroeder (ep. 119)
How to Guarantee that People Remember You with Skip Hill (ep. 187)
🟪 I have a short webinar that would be a great resource for helping you to increase the perceived value of your work.
It’s called How to Ask for More Money for Your Art. It's only $20. And the reason that I make it so affordable is because it's fundamental. I created How to Ask for More Money for Your Art because I noticed so many artists were sabotaging their work.
If you need to increase the perceived value of your art, check it out.
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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A deep discussion about the significant impact of the internet on the arts economy and the evolving role of artists in today's market that is ruled by the internet.
Host Alyson Stanfield talks with William Deresiewicz, author of The Death of the Artist: How Creators are Struggling to Survive in the Age of Billionaires and Big Tech.
Bill discuss the challenges of discoverability and financial instability while emphasizing the importance of community support as artists navigate this changing landscape. Bill offers valuable insights on adapting to new opportunities in the digital era, helping artists feel less alone in their journeys.
00:54 The Reality of Being an Artist Today
03:43 The Economics of Art in the Digital Age
07:04 The Challenges of Self-Promotion
18:33 The Evolution of the Artist's Role
23:49 The Fourth Paradigm: Producer
25:05 The Professional vs. The Bohemian
26:19 Financial Realities and Transparency in the Arts
27:39 The Cost of Being an Artist
31:25 Community and Collaboration Among Artists
33:55 The Role of Cities in Supporting Artists
38:07 Defining What It Means to Be an Artist
42:43 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts🎧 RELATED EPISODES
She Knows Exactly How Much Her Art Income Will be with Kelly Pelfrey (ep. 162)
Increasing Self-Sales by 400% with Sarah Becktel (ep. 157)
Self Sales, Open Studios, and Relationships with Interior Designers with Carol MacConnell (ep. 171)
📖 To read more, see images, visit https://artbizsuccess.com/death-of-the-artist
⭐️ Connect with William Deresiewicz and read his articles and books: https://williamderesiewicz.com
🔶 Does your art business need a boost or a refresh? Please see my comprehensive art-marketing program, Essentials for Artist Success 🔶 full of tools, strategies, and process you need to establish your professionalism and increase your visibility. For those with beginning and emerging art careers and those who need to approach their business with more thought and intention.
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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Host Alyson Stanfield talks with artist Joan Chamberlain, whose creative journey has taken many twists and turns. Joan shares her story, from her early days as a botanical artist and licensed illustrator to her time as a product developer and dentist.
Now living in Eugene, Oregon, Joan reflects on how moving has impacted her art, her lifestyle, and her happiness.
Joan discusses:
How attending Alyson’s first live workshop in 2003 shaped her dedication to her art business. The positive impact the move has had on Joan’s art practice and why she insists that location matters for an artist. The challenges and benefits of transitioning to a new art community, and how volunteering helped her make key connections in Eugene. How Joan found her niche and is excited to develop more work in that direction. Her informal audience research to find the best market for her work, including the potential for reproductions.Whether you're thinking of moving, looking for a fresh perspective, or simply searching for joy in your art practice, this episode offers plenty of inspiration.
📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit https://artbizsuccess.com/chamberlain-community
✅ While you’re there, click on the graphic to download a copy of my Comprehensive Exhibitions Checklist + Timeline—totally free with opt in.
🍷 Connect with Joan and see more of her art: https://joancdesigns.com/
🎧 RELATED EPISODES
These episodes touch on what it’s like to reestablish your art business in a new location.
Adapting through Curiosity and Connection with Debra Disman (ep. 202)
Using Her Superpower and Biomaterials with Kelly M. O’Brien (ep. 196)
Overcoming Anxiety about Making Art World Connections with Heather Beardsley (ep. 160)
🔸 STRENGTHEN YOUR ART BUSINESS FOUNDATION
See my art-marketing intensive, Essentials for Artist Success full of tools, strategies, and process you need to establish your professionalism and increase your visibility.
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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Host Alyson Stanfield talks with Iris Scott, a talented artist who has had tremendous success on social media. A large portion of the discussion was driven by questions from her dedicated followers.
Iris shares how the social media landscape has evolved since the early days of her art career and how she adapts to those changes today, including her approach to TikTok and paid advertising.
The insightful conversation also touches on:
Iris’s time living in Taiwan, where the low cost of living was instrumental in her artistic development. The challenges of overcoming doubt and how she finds inspiration in her work. Her view of technology as a collaborator, with insights into how she incorporates AI into her creative process. A detailed breakdown of Iris’s income from original pieces versus reproductions. Balancing a successful art career with motherhood and maintaining a healthy work-life balance as a mom to a toddler.📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit https://artbizsuccess.com/scott-technology
⭐️ Connect with Iris and see more of her art: https://www.irisscottfineart.com/
🎧 RELATED EPISODES
Growing Your Art Business on Instagram with Jeanne Rosier Smith (ep. 67)
Growing Beyond Being an Instagram Artist with Sara Schroeder (ep. 119)
The Key to Success on Social Media with Cathy Nichols (ep. 154)
Stop Incessantly Feeding the Social Media Algorithms with Kamal X (ep. 172)
🔶 Does your art business need a boost or a refresh? Please see my comprehensive art-marketing program, Essentials for Artist Success 🔶 full of tools, strategies, and process you need to establish your professionalism and increase your visibility. For those with beginning and emerging art careers and those who need to approach their business with more thought and intention.
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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host: Alyson Stanfield
In this episode of The Art Biz, host Alyson Stanfield talks with Debra about her dynamic journey as an artist and entrepreneur.
Debra reflects on her career that spans teaching, studio work, decorative painting, and involvement with various communities.
She shares the challenges she faced navigating the competitive art world, her time running Artifactory decorative painting studio in the Bay Area, and her eventual move to Los Angeles to support her husband's acting career, which also opened new opportunities for her.
Debra emphasizes the importance of enthusiasm, showing up daily, and the step-by-step process of building an art career. She also touches on the benefits of engaging with people, the power of reaching out, and the satisfaction of participating in jury shows and contributing to the community.
📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit https://artbizsuccess.com/disman-adapting
⭐️ Connect with Debra and see more of her art: https://debradisman.com/
🔶 Does your art business need a boost or a refresh? Please see my comprehensive art-marketing program, Essentials for Artist Success 🔶 full of tools, strategies, and process you need to establish your professionalism and increase your visibility. For those with beginning and emerging art careers and those who need to approach their business with more thought and intention.
🎧 RELATED EPISODES
Boldly Reaching Out to Art World Influencers with Laurence de Valmy (ep. 108)
Lessons from a Wildly Successful Pop-up Art Gallery Event with Mai Wyn Schantz (ep. 109)
Overcoming Anxiety about Making Art World Connections with Heather Beardsley (ep. 160)
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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In this episode of The Art Biz, host Alyson Stanfield chats with artist Julie deBoer, founder of Mastrius, a mentorship platform for artists.
Julie shares her journey of discovering her unique style with the help of a mentor, and how she resisted what was coming out of her until she began understanding where it came from.
She discusses the challenges of working with galleries, transitioning to solo sales, and the importance of community in the artist’s journey. Julie also delves into how Mastrius differs from other online learning platforms by focusing on personalized mentorship and community support.
The episode wraps up with one of Alyson’s favorite discussions: how Julie finds the time to fit everything in while prioritizing her art.
🎧 RELATED EPISODES
Expanding Your Skillset to Respond to Opportunities with Detour (ep. 128)
Being an Artist with Geoffrey Gorman (ep. 124)
Planning a Year's Worth of Artwork with Dawn Williams Boyd (ep. 72)
📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit https://artbizsuccess.com/deboer-style
⭐️ Connect with Julie and see more of her art: https://juliedeboerart.com
🔶 Does your art business need a boost or a refresh? Please see my comprehensive art-marketing program, Essentials for Artist Success 🔶 full of tools, strategies, and processes you need to establish your professionalism and increase your visibility. For those with beginning and emerging art careers and those who need to approach their business with more thought and intention.
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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host: Alyson Stanfield
In the 200th episode of The Art Biz, host Alyson Stanfield explores the deeper motivations behind artists' desires for more recognition and sales.
She emphasizes the importance of pursuing true fulfillment in art, beyond external validation and social media metrics.
Alyson shares her personal journey of prioritizing happiness over career stability and discusses various forms of fulfillment for artists, such as making their best work, gaining gallery representation, and receiving positive feedback. She encourages artists to exhibit their work in public more frequently and to engage with their audience to find deeper meaning and joy.
00:00 Our Desire for MORE
01:23 Personal Journey: Finding Happiness
02:16 Milestone Reflection: 200th Episode
02:39 True Fulfillment as an Artist
04:53 The Importance of External Validation
05:49 The Role of Exhibitions and Shows
07:38 Art as Communication and Connection
08:55 Commitment to Showing Your Art
09:34 Conclusion: Celebrating the Journey📖 To read more, see photos of me with some of my guests, and leave a comment, visit https://artbizsuccess.com/fulfillment
👉 I give you a process for honoring your commitments in my planning workshops, which I lead 3x a year to help you make a plan for the upcoming season and beyond. AND to make sure that you aren’t over-committed—that you have just the right level of challenging projects and space for creativity and self-care.
🔶 The next workshop is coming up, and you can save a little when you sign up early. So you want to be sure to be on the notification list. Go to artbizsuccess.com/makeaplan to add your name to that list or sign up now if registration is available when you visit.
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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In this episode of The Art Biz, host Alyson Stanfield talks with author and artist Alyson Sheldrake.
Every month for ten years, Alyson Sheldrake has published Snapshot!, an extensive digital magazine that promotes her work, her husband’s photography, and local businesses. The most recent edition was 128 pages!
In her words, Snapshot! covers art, photography, books, reviews, events, interviews, rescue dogs, authors, and news about the beautiful Algarve in Portugal. That’s a lot of territory, and, as you’ll see, she has plenty of story ideas for future content.
Writing, designing, and publishing the magazine is not a grind for Alyson. She loves doing it, referring to it as “The newsletter that thinks it’s a magazine.” It’s a comfortable way to market for her that just so happens to reach about 17,000 people with each edition.
Key takeaway: through the magazine, Alyson promotes others who, in turn, help promote the magazine and her art.
📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit https://artbizsuccess.com/sheldrake-magazine
⭐️ Connect with Alyson and subscribe to her free Snapshot! magazine: https://alysonsheldrake.com
🎧 RELATED EPISODES
Other artist-authors who have been my guests:
Secrets from Copying a Masterpiece with Lilianne Milgrom (ep. 87)
Publishing a How To Book for Artists with Carol McIntyre (ep. 37)
How Two Artists Self-Published and Are Promoting a Successful Book Together (ep. 9)
Beyond Comparison and Jealousy with Jason Kotecki (ep. 191)
🔶 Does your art business need a boost or a refresh? Please see my comprehensive art-marketing program, Essentials for Artist Success 🔶 full of tools, strategies, and process you need to establish your professionalism and increase your visibility. For those with beginning and emerging art careers and those who need to approach their business with more thought and intention.
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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Future plans, deadlines, and accountability are a necessary part of your success.
Host Alyson Stanfield of Art Biz Success explains how artists can get stuck in cycles of procrastination without a structured calendar filled with exciting commitments.
Alyson shares practical examples from her own life as well as from her experience with students and clients, and details how deadlines and accountability partners, including coaches and community groups, can help maintain momentum.
Key takeaways include the importance of setting attainable milestones, self-review processes, and embracing external support systems to drive progress and achieve creative goals.
00:33 Why plans, deadlines, and accountability matter
01:56 Personal experience and motivation
04:59 The role of deadlines in achieving goals
06:43 The power of accountability
08:47 Practical steps to implement accountability
10:26 Embrace deadlines and accountability: What are your first steps?
🎧 RELATED EPISODES
These artists have taken on big projects that motivated them for months and even years:
Leaning Into Art to Battle Depression with David Sandum (ep. 169)
Multi-State Multi-Year Multi-Artist Art Project with Marilyn Artus (ep. 30)
Knit Democracy Together with Eve Jacobs-Carnahan (ep. 64)
Impacting Artists First in a Curatorial Project Focusing on Empathy with Nanci Hersh (ep. 168)
📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit https://artbizsuccess.com/deadlines-accountability
👉 I give you a process for honoring your commitments in my planning workshops, which I lead 3x a year to help you make a plan for the upcoming season and beyond. AND to make sure that you aren’t over-committed—that you have just the right level of challenging projects and space for creativity and self-care.
🔶 The next workshop is coming up, and you can save a little when you sign up early. So you want to be sure to be on the notification list. Go to artbizsuccess.com/makeaplan to add your name to that list or sign up now if registration is available when you visit.
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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host: Alyson Stanfield
In order for the art ecosystem to work, many rejections must be handed out. That means to have a successful art business and career, you must learn to deal with rejection.
More to the point, in order to be successful in life, you have to learn to deal with rejection, regardless of your vocation.
In this episode of The Art Biz, host Alyson Stanfield talks with Megan Wimberley, who wants to help you move past rejection. As both an artist and a founder of the Cowgirl Artists of America organization, she has experienced both sides of the process.
The good news about rejection is that you are not alone. Every artist who wants to attain a higher level of accomplishment must deal with rejection.
The bad news is … well … You’ve been rejected. And that feels awful. But you can’t let it stop you.
Megan outlines a framework for dealing with rejection, including the importance of emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and professionalism—all in the service of elevating and protecting your reputation.
📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit artbizsuccess.com/wimberley-rejection.
⭐️ Connect with Megan and see more of her art: meganwimberley.com
🤠 Check out Cowgirl Artists of America.
📆 Our planning workshop for shows and sales is coming up. I’m going to lead you through the steps that will help you make an action plan for improving your shows and venues and make more sales. Don’t leave it to fate. Don’t wait for things to happen to you. Make a plan that will give you control over your future.
Depending on when you listen to this, you can either get on the wait list or sign up and prepare to make that success plan.
Either way, find all of the details at artbizsuccess.com/makeaplan
🎧 RELATED EPISODES
Risk, Rejection, and Resilience with Christine Aaron (ep. 114)
What Your Failures Are Teaching You with Laura Petrovich-Cheney (ep. 95)
Are You Playing It Too Safe in Your Art Business? (ep. 92)
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Christa Forrest (ep. 91)
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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What do we do about all of the art materials that are harming you and the planet? Kelly O’Brien has taken this concern to heart and completely changed how she makes work.
She grows and uses biomaterials for her sculpture.
Host Alyson Stanfield talks with Kelly about:
🔸 What biomaterials are and how they show up in Kelly’s new work.
🔸 The aesthetics of biomaterials.
🔸 Why Kelly isn’t concerned about the work lasting forever.
🔸 What you can do to incorporate more sustainable sources in your work.
Kelly also discusses her recent solo exhibition and why community interaction is a key piece of her process, and how she funds her non-commercial practice.
[ For some background, listen to this interview with Kelly: Returning to Grad School for an MFA — episode 85. ]
🎧 RELATED EPISODES
These conversations center around the artists’ studio practices.
Creative Placemaking and Public Art with Lynn Basa (ep. 26)
Focusing on the Art, Not the Art Business with Rebecca Welz (ep. 134)
Play Tops Work, Connection Tops Solitude, and Confidence Tops Fear with Willie Cole (ep. 126)
📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit https://artbizsuccess.com/biomaterials-obrien
⭐️ Connect with Kelly and see more of her art: KellyOBrien.art
🔶 Does your art business need a boost or a refresh? Please see my comprehensive art-marketing program, Essentials for Artist Success 🔶 full of tools, strategies, and process you need to establish your professionalism and increase your visibility. For those with beginning and emerging art careers and those who need to approach their business with more thought and intention.
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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Host Alyson Stanfield is joined by Jeff Schaller, who started an open studio tour in Pennsylvania at the height of the recession. It is still growing and supporting the participating artists.
As he’ll tell you, Jeff is an artist first and foremost. Somehow he has created this other job for himself because he believes that artists can do well by connecting directly with collectors who visit them in their studios.
Jeff and Alyson talk about:
What it takes to put on a studio tour Which artists do well in studio tours Why it’s important to do plenty of marketing yourself and not rely solely on the organizer of a studio tour His marketing strategies, costs, and lots more.There are, of course, ramifications around opening your studio to visitors, supporters, and strangers, but that’s for another episode.
🎧 RELATED EPISODES
Increasing Self-Sales by 400% with Sarah Becktel (ep. 157)
Self Sales, Open Studios, and Relationships with Interior Designers with Carol MacConnell (ep. 171)
Reaching the Other 99% for Your Art Business with Adele Sypesteyn (ep. 163)
Increasing Art Sales with Online Events with Patricia Griffin (ep. 97)
📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit ArtBizSuccess.com/schaller-countytour
⭐️ Connect with Jeff and see more of his art: https://jeffschaller.com
⭐️ Connect with the County Studio Tour: https://www.countystudiotour.com
🔶 Does your art business need a boost or a refresh? Please see my comprehensive art-marketing program, Essentials for Artist Success 🔶 full of tools, strategies, and process you need to establish your professionalism and increase your visibility. For those with beginning and emerging art careers and those who need to approach their business with more thought and intention.
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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Host: Alyson Stanfield
If you've ever thought about sharing your artist story on a podcast—or pitching to anyone for publicity—this episode is for you. Join host Alyson Stanfield as she dives into the value of being a guest on The Art Biz and provides solid tips for pitching your art to any podcast for maximum publicity. (This information can also be adapted for any pitch you make for any reason.)
Every artist has a unique journey, and sharing it can attract more fans, followers, and collectors. Alyson provides straightforward advice on how to craft your approach to make it compelling and irresistible to podcast hosts—or at least get them to pay attention and not roll their eyes at another bumbled pitch.
You'll learn these five key elements of a successful pitch.
Do Your Homework: Listen to episodes of The Art Biz and read the blog to understand what Alyson's looking for. (Same for anyone else you’re pitching to.) Research: Show respect for the host and their work by demonstrating your knowledge and appreciation. Focus on Your Unique Business Lesson: Highlight the business insights you can share with the audience. Prove Your Speaking Skills: Include links to any previous podcast appearances or video interviews. Submit a Strong Pitch: Alyson makes this easy by providing a fill-in-the-blanks form for your pitches.Alyson also shares examples of the variety of stories that resonate with her audience. Whether it’s your successes, struggles, or unique ways of connecting with your community, your story has the power to inspire others.
Tune in to discover how to pitch your artist story effectively and increase your chances of being featured on The Art Biz or other programs.
📣 Pitch your story for The Art Biz
🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube @ Alyson Stanfield. Direct Link
🎧 RELATED EPISODES
These artists submitted successful pitches to be on this show.
She Knows Exactly How Much Her Art Income Will be with Kelly Pelfrey (ep. 162)
Increasing Self-Sales by 400% with Sarah Becktel (ep. 157)
The Key to Success on Social Media with Cathy Nichols (ep. 154)
An Unusual Path to Finding Art Commissions with Leisa Collins (ep. 110)
Secrets from Copying a Masterpiece with Lilianne Milgrom (ep. 87)
📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit https://artbizsuccess.com/guest-theartbiz
🔶 Does your art business need a boost or a refresh? Please see my comprehensive art-marketing program, Essentials for Artist Success 🔶 full of tools, strategies, and process you need to establish your professionalism and increase your visibility. For those with beginning and emerging art careers and those who need to approach their business with more thought and intention.
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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It’s possible to make more money and find a little more peace of mind by making a few tweaks in how you approach your art business.
In this episode of The Art Biz, host Alyson Stanfield talks with Monique Carr about how she has done it.
When she reached out to Alyson a couple of years ago for a private coaching partnership, Monique was aiming for doing half the work, making twice the money, and having fun in whatever she did.
She’s not quite at the twice the money part, but things have definitely improved—like increasing her email list by about 250% in two years. Embracing online teaching at the beginning of Covid has been a game-changer.
In this conversation, Monique shares her income streams, how she uses her email list, and how she was motivated to do a Black Friday sale after working on her money plan with me and noticing that her gallery sales were down for the year.
Monique takes action without complaining—figuring out what needs to be done and doing it. You’ll be inspired by her story.
🎧 RELATED EPISODES
These episodes are money-focused:
The Investing Artist: Art, Real Estate, and Legacy with Mary Erickson (ep. 19)
She Knows Exactly How Much Her Art Income Will be with Kelly Pelfrey (ep. 162)
Increasing Self-Sales by 400% with Sarah Becktel (ep. 157)
My Money Odyssey and the Evolution of Art Biz Success (ep. 161)
How Do Artists Make Money? (ep. 159)
📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit artbizsuccess.com/growth-carr
⭐️ Connect with Monique and see more of her art: moniquecarr.com
🔶 Does your art business need a boost or a refresh? Please see my comprehensive art-marketing program, Essentials for Artist Success 🔶 full of tools, strategies, and process you need to establish your professionalism and increase your visibility. For those with beginning and emerging art careers and those who need to approach their business with more thought and intention.
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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host: Alyson Stanfield
Originally from a large metropolitan area, Tracey Hewitt married a rancher and, like Lisa Douglas in Green Acres, said goodbye to city life.
But she never said goodbye to her art.
Host Alyson Stanfield wanted to talk with Tracey because every encounter she has ever had with her as a member of our Art Biz Connection community has been positive. Tracey is funny, warm, and generous. And she knows how to live life to its fullest.
Tracey helps run the family cattle business in the Australian bush, which takes up a good hunk of her time.
Aside from her duties on the ranch, Tracey is and always has been an artist, though the label of “artist” wasn’t easy for her to adopt—a hurdle many artists must overcome.
[ See How Do You Know When You’re an Artist? with James Holmes ]
Today, through her teaching and life coaching practices, Tracey helps other artists get comfortable with their creativity and, if they like, with calling themselves artists. You’ll be inspired by her optimism.
💁♀️ There are 4 ways that I can support you in your art business: 1️⃣ art-marketing training in my Essentials course 2️⃣ a community that provides structure to your days 3️⃣ higher level artist group coaching, and 4️⃣ private consulting.
Find details: https://artbizsuccess.com/work-with-me/
📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit artbizsuccess.com/optimism-hewitt
⭐️ Connect with Tracey and see more of her art: https://traceyhewitt.com/
🎧 RELATED EPISODES
These episodes feature other artist-teachers.
Maintaining Your Studio Practice with a Busy Teaching Schedule with Sally Hirst ****(ep. 164)
Using Patreon as a Teaching Platform with Kimberly Santini (ep. 156)
Making a Living as a Teaching Artist with Elizabeth St. Hilaire (ep. 4)
The Joy in Artist Community and Paring Back Obligations with Ali Cavanaugh (ep. 190)
⛰️ The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.
~ ~ ! ATTENTION INDIGENOUS ARTISTS and BIPOC ARTISTS ! ~ ~
This is an invitation to all Indigenous and BIPOC artists, wherever you are in the world, to share your story here on The Art Biz. Here’s how ~~~~> https://artbizsuccess.com/pitch-podcast/
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