Live Your Art Life

So you've decided that you want to start teaching art lessons, eh? Yay for you! The decision to start teaching art online was one of the best ones I ever made. There are so many different ways to offer your skills as a teacher, potentially touching the lives of students around the globe. Let's break down some of the best ways to get started! Catch the FREE training, Scale Your Art Sales here: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/scale

In early 2020 I spontaneously created what turned out to be one of the best (and most consistent) sources of income for my art business. I launched my monthly painting membership somewhat on a whim, and since it has been born hundreds of artists have gone through its doors. What did this mean for my art business? It translated to a new beautiful rock-solid income stream that brings in consistent money each and every month. Teaching doesn't come naturally to everyone, but like all skills it is definitely one that you can learn if you dream of implementing a teaching practice into your art business. Let's take a dive into the world of teaching artwork for profit and impact! Catch the FREE training, Scale Your Art Sales here: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/scale

We've established time and time again that artists deserve to make an income from their artwork. And adding multiple income streams to your art business is one of the best ways to make that cash flow more steady and healthy. Here we've got a big, beautiful list of ways that you can implement a powerful new income stream into your art business. Let's jump in! Catch the FREE training, Scale Your Art Sales here: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/scale

It goes without saying that artists deserve to be making an income with their artwork (despite what society tells us - silly society!). And consistent income being made from our artwork is even more beautiful. Having multiple income streams as an artist is one of the best ways to ensure that you have a steady stream of cash flowing into your art biz, giving you more space to breathe easily and spend time in our beloved studio spaces creating more art. Let's jump into WHY you should aim to have multiple income streams as an artist.   Catch the FREE training, Scale Your Art Sales here: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/scale

Let's be real - Instagram is a pretty amazing free platform for artists. It focuses on gorgeous visuals, and puts a strong emphasis on value-packed captions and engagements. All amazing and powerful stuff - more points in the artist column! But can it be used to sell more artwork? Yes! Yes, it can! Let's dig into some ways that you can give your Instagram experience a boost to sell more art to your adoring fans. Catch the FREE training, Scale Your Art Sales here: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/scale

Do artists actually NEED a website for their artwork? Let's chat all about that (and what you can do instead!) inside this episode of The Live Your Art Life podcast. Catch the FREE training, Scale Your Art Sales here: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/scale

Are paid ads worth it for artists? Let's find out! Catch the FREE Masterclass, How To Become A Thriving Artist Online here: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/thriving-artist

Last week we talked about WHY the world so desperately needs your personal brand of artist magic, and gave ourselves the bold & beautiful permission to SHINE. We know WHY the world needs our magic, but how on earth do we actually find and get clear on what that magic actually is? I've got you friend, let's dive into today's episode and get clear on what that personal brand of artist magic is.

We all know that there are millions of other artists out there, and if you let yourself be overwhelmed by that it is very easy to shut down. But what if I told you that there was something that only YOU had that would make you stand out among the crowd? That's what we're talking about in today's episode of the Live Your Art Life podcast. Your personal brand of artist magic, and why the world so desperately needs it.

In February earlier this year, I took a huge leap of faith on myself and launched a crowdfunding campaign through Kickstarter to create my very own tarot deck complete with all of my own artwork. I was hoping I'd hit my goal by week 3. I was NOT expecting to not only hit my goal in less than 24 hours (!!!) of my launch, but actually went on to hit 750% of my goal, raising $21,000+ in 30 days. I'm still in awe. So in this episode of the Live Your Art Life podcast I'm sharing 5 major lessons I learned during this rollercoaster of an experience.

Oh Algorithms. They run our online social world, but how do we get them to actually be our friends and work FOR us? Let's chat about that! Catch the Show Notes

Artist mindset hacks! They'll set you free! Let's chat about them and how you can use them to push your art biz to the next level. Catch the Show Notes

Are you playing too small with your artwork? Let's chat about why it's holding you back and what you can do about it. Catch the Show Notes

Sometimes things get icky, and stick & HARD - but it doesn't always have to be like that. Catch the Show Notes

Wouldn't it be lovely to have more money flowing into our art businesses? These are a few of my favorite ways that I use my artwork to make more money. Catch the Show Notes

Perfectionism - what a beast.  Let's chat about why it's holding you back and what you can do about it. Catch the Show Notes

Marketing our artwork can feel like a full time job - cutting into our studio time! But does it have to be this way? NOPE. Let's chat about some ways that we can work SMARTER as artists, not harder. Catch the Show Notes

Us artists often CRINGE at the thought of selling because it feels gross and salesy. But does it have to feel that way? Absolutely NOT. Let's dive in! Catch the Show Notes here https://www.liveyourartlife.com/blog/32

Art is a beautiful gift - one that we can not only use to make the world a better place, but to make OUR worlds better too. Let's say YES!! to using our art to feel happier! LiveYourArtLife.com

Let's break down something that plagues us all when it comes to growing an audience for our art on social media. Catch the Show Notes

Imposter syndrome getting you down? Let's kiss that baby good-bye, once and for all! Catch the Show Notes

Is having a small portfolio stressing you out? No worries! Let's make it mighty!   FREE Training - Your First Artist Growth Plan: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/artist-growth-plan

Life is nutty but we don't want that to stop us from getting the traction with our artwork that we want (and deserve!). Let's chat about some ways that you can market your artwork even when you don't have much time.   FREE Training - Your First Artist Growth Plan: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/artist-growth-plan

You've tried everything the experts tell you to do about how to sell your art online. Open accounts on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, LinkedIn and 14 other sites. You have an email list. You've thrown some money at Facebook Ads. And an armful of other things. But you're still not happy with the results. You feel more exhausted than ever, and you're left wondering "what am I doing wrong? Why can't I seem to sell my art online?" Been there, done that, got the t-shirt. You deserve to have your art cherished by fans around the globe (and get paid in the process), so here are 10 reasons why you might not be getting the results that you want, and what to do instead.

I deleted Instagram from my phone for what was supposed to be 14 days, but ended up being 35. I learned SO many things, so I wanted to share them with you. Grab something tasty to drink and let's dive in!

If you ask me, forcing myself to sit down and write an email to my subscribers is the quickest way to invite a chorus of the most boring crickets into my head. What the hell am I supposed to write?? What if they think I'm bothering them? Waaaah! Here are 5 powerful stories you can use to banish those cricket chirps for good! Sign up for my brand new (totally free!) training, Your First Artist Growth Plan here: https://liveyourartlife.ck.page/artist-success

Instagram is an awesome free tool for artists. But how do we make it even BETTER? You can spike your results on Instagram by focusing on improving one metric - engagement. Here are 10 ways that you can do just that! Sign up for my brand new (totally free!) training, Your First Artist Growth Plan here: https://liveyourartlife.ck.page/artist-success

There is one particular question that tends to come up a lot when I'm talking to beginner and emerging artists that want to start growing their audience and making more art sales online. "How do I find my style?" Today we're talking about exactly that! Sign up for my brand new (totally free!) training, Make Your Art Stand Out here: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/standoutart

Don't think that you have a compelling artist story? Darling, you've got a POWERFUL one, you just need to tease it out a bit. These questions will help you to get clear on your artist story. Sign up for my brand new (totally free!) training, Make Your Art Stand Out here: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/standoutart

Want to be THAT artist? (You know, the one people actually KNOW about?) Here's how. ------------ Sign up for my brand new (totally free!) training, Make Your Art Stand Out here: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/standoutart  

I'm getting a bit vulnerable here, folks. And sharing some mistakes. Even though I was dyyyyying inside while recording this, remembering the past, I did it because I love you and don't want you to make the same mistakes. ------------ Sign up for my brand new (totally free!) training, Make Your Art Stand Out here: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/standoutart  

We all need a boost now and then. Here are 4 amazingly beautiful things that you might need to hear right now. ------------ Sign up for my brand new (totally free!) training, Make Your Art Stand Out here: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/stand-out-art  

The hardest thing I had to learn as an artist is that my art is enough. -- I was scrolling through my Instagram feed which naturally results in a bruised chin as my jaw hits the floor with what feels like every second post. And like usual a new work-in-progress piece from one of my favorites of all time stopped my thumb dead in it's tracks. As much as I hate to admit it, the thoughts quickly went from "ahhh amazing!!" to "I love how she details the feathers in bright light" to "ugh I'll never be as good as her". I was one step away from hopping into my studio and starting a paint thinner-scented burning party. Have you ever been there? In that nasty dark space where your mind keeps telling you that you'll never measure up? I hate it. It controlled me for years. And not going to lie, it still pops up now and then. But one thing that made all the difference was the mental work I did to have my brain learn and understand one thing: my art is enough. There will always be people that are more technically skilled than you, but also less. And you know what? Talent in the art world doesn't mean a whole hell of a lot. Here are 3 things that are more important than talent. ------------ Sign up for my brand new (totally free!) training, Your First Artist Growth Plan here: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/artist-growth-plan

You know you're pretty bomb - an awesome creative with a crazy drive to make beautiful things AND chase a lifestyle that brings you happiness and fulfillment. I'd like to think that I'm part of your tribe too :) I'd love to say that I operate on 100% each moment of each day, constantly pushing forward towards my dreams but - I don't like lying to you. You deserve better. So consider this to be a spot of vulnerability for me. I need a good swift kick in the ass now and then. Some days my motivation is kicking back with a pina colada on a beach in Tulum, while I'm trying my best to hustle so I can get to that same beach in Tulum. But if we all waited until our inspiration and motivation we cheering us on...we'd get nowhere. These are a few ways that I keep myself motivated when my couch & puppy cuddles are calling my name. ------------ Sign up for my brand new (totally free!) training, Your First Artist Growth Plan here: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/artist-growth-plan

Tired of posting the same old photos of your art? Even more tired of the cricket chirps as your fans head for the hills, covering their yawns? Try these 3 types of posts that your fans will LOVE (cue cheering crowd sounds). ------------ Sign up for my brand new (totally free!) training, Your First Artist Growth Plan here: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/artist-growth-plan

We know we're supposed to be writing about our art - art doesn't usually stand up on its own after all. But when you're met with that blinking cursor, the words seem to fly out the window. Enter mental cricket chirps. But don't let this stop you from sharing juicy stories about your art, even if you can't think of anything to share about it! Here are five powerful things that you can share about your latest painting that will have your fans hanging on every word (and craving more!). ---------- Sign up for my brand new (totally free!) training, Your First Artist Growth Plan here: https://www.liveyourartlife.com/artist-growth-plan

We've all been there at some point. You see that "new follower" notification on Instagram, only to see that you've lost a follower. Hello new friend! Buh-bye old friend. Fresh faces are peachy, don't get me wrong, but seeing that number stay stagnant can be a bit of a head-scratcher (and hair-puller-outer). Here's the thing - stagnation is part of the process. If your follower count has flatlined, then you just might be nestled tightly in your little Instagram cocoon, waiting for something to crack your shell so you can evolve. While stagnation can be super frustrating, it can also be kinda fun. Think of it as a challenge. Your old ways have served you well (they got you this far) but now it's time to shake it up and make some new waves in that Instagram pool. Here are five things that you can try that will be sure to break that frustrating plateau and kickstart your Instagram follower growth once more. ---------- Sign up for my brand new (totally free!) training, Your First Artist Growth Plan here: https://liveyourartlife.ck.page/artist-success2

It's no secret that the art world can be a bit fuzzy at times. There are a million ways that you can go about getting eyes on your art & sales rolling in, but clarity is usually so far from the equation. In this post I'm running you threw each and every step I go through - from finishing a painting, to sending it off in the mail for a customer. Sign up for my brand new (totally free!) training, Your First Artist Growth Plan here: https://liveyourartlife.ck.page/artist-success

Feeling like your art isn't selling quite as well as you'd like? Here are 3 things that you can do today to sell more artwork. --------- Skyrocket Your Art Sales (FREE GUIDE) Live Your Art Life

So you want to get more followers on Instagram for your art, eh? Let's dive into it! ---------- Skyrocket Your Art Sales (FREE GUIDE) Live Your Art Life

The art of finishing art. At every art show I have ever exhibited at, I'm always asked this question at least once: "how do you know when a painting is done?" Damn good question, might I say. My work is in a state of flux right now, so it's even harder to tell when it is complete. But completeness is a tricky thing - it's completely subjective and varies through time, altered by experience.  Let's talk about the ebb and flow of creativity, and when to know if a painting is complete.

We are all super busy people, but have you ever stopped to take a critical look at the way you are doing things? Like really take a deep look? How many "I'll just quickly check Instagram", or "I'll answer a few emails" breaks do you take during the day, or how many times do you wrap up another day and can't really answer the question of "what did I get done today?"  We've all been there. The frustration of spinning our wheels, trying to balance too many projects and processes at once, feeling like we are getting nowhere. But that stops now. Instagram for Artists FREE GUIDE

So recently Instagram made that infamous change...they hid "Like" count on posts.    Here is why I think follower count should be the next to go.   Let's dive in! ----------   Grab the FREE Instagram for Artists Guide   Live Your Art Life Website   Join the Facebook Family!   Instagram  

Let's get the question out of the way - why do happy customers even matter? I already have their money.   Happy customers are SO valuable. There is no way around it, end of story.   Let's dive in! ----------   Grab the FREE Artist Website Checklist   Live Your Art Life Website   Join the Facebook Family!   Instagram  

Today will be the final part of a three part series revolving around testimonials for artists. In part one we talked about why artists need to start collecting them from their customers, and in part two we discussed ways that you can actually acquire testimonials from your past customers.   Today we're going to wrap up the series with the final piece - how to actually put those testimonials to work so you can bring in even more sales.   Let's jump in! ----------   Grab the FREE Artist Website Checklist   Live Your Art Life Website   Join the Facebook Family!   Instagram  

Today will be part two of a three part series that revolves around a very useful tool in business - for all businesses, not just artists.   Testimonials are essentially things that customers say about your product or service.   Today we're going to be diving a bit deeper - now that we know that we need to start collecting testimonials from our customers, we're going to learn how you can actually get your customers to give you reviews - specifically positive ones.   Let's dive in!     ----------   Grab the FREE Artist Website Checklist   Live Your Art Life Website   Join the Facebook Family!   Instagram  

Today will be part one of a three part series that revolves around a very useful tool in business - for all businesses, not just artists.   And that is testimonials.   They go by a few words - reviews, testimonials...but they are essentially things that customers say about your product or service.   Let's get started!   ----------   Grab the FREE Artist Website Checklist   Live Your Art Life Website   Join the Facebook Family!   Instagram  

Imagine waking up in the morning and taking a peek over to your phone or computer, seeing that you had some cash flow your way while you were in dreamland. Cool, right??   in today's episode we are going to be talking about selling our creative work from a place of rest. Passive income.   Passive income is a form of income that takes little energy or effort to maintain. It usually comes with a fair punch of effort to start, but once a system is in place it keeps dollars rolling into your pocket with little input.   Let's get started!   ---------- Grab the FREE Artist Website Checklist   Live Your Art Life Website   Join the Facebook Family!   Instagram

Branding.   Your first instinct might be that you are an artist, not a brand.   Oh but you are. Everything you do as an artist contributes to your overall image, how you are perceived - your brand.      Let's jump into 4 branding tips for artists that will take your business to the next level.   ----------   Grab the FREE Artist Website Checklist Live Your Art Life Website   Join the Facebook Family!   Instagram