How Becoming More Relaxed Improves Art & Life

Today, we re-explore the main theme of this podcast’s season: “relaxation” and how valuing more R&R has improved our art practice, creative business, and well-being.

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Living A Well Rounded Creative Life

Could it be that I am living a well-rounded creative life and finding balance in this busy world? Tune in for an update on my wellness journey.

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Sarah Simon (The Mint Gardener) - Recharging Your Soul with Creativity

Sarah Simon (The Mint Gardener) chats about the challenge of calling yourself an artist, how to recharge when art becomes a job, and the value of getting creatively organised.

A Message for Discouraged Artists

Sometimes being an artist is hard. This week, I talk about the ups and downs of creative life and share a message of support to artists who are feeling discouraged or weary.

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Creating Our First In-depth Ecourse

Find out what it is like to create a 6-week online course. You’ll hear about the challenges we faced and get tips for making your own online art tutorials.

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Sharing Our Biggest Failures (so far)

This week we are talking about failure. It’s easy to look at a person’s Instagram feed or website and feel like they have it all figured out but there’s a lot you don’t see.

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If I Was Starting an Art Business Now

From developing a cohesive body of work right through to email lists and Instagram strategies, this episode covers all the things I would do if I was starting now.

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Getting a Studio Space Outside the Home

Is it better to have a studio at home or a studio offsite? Find out our latest thoughts on this question now that we have been in our new studio for 3 months!