In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Paige’s Pod, host Paige chats with artist, entrepreneur, and all-around creative force Vallie Pate. Vallie shares her journey from painting beside her grandmother in Louisiana to building a handmade product line that sold in over 50 gift shops nationwide—including showing at the renowned Atlanta Market. With her signature blend of grit and grace, Vallie opens up about the highs of wholesale success, the realities of burnout, and how motherhood transformed her relationship to creativity. After stepping away from art for six years, she’s now in a season of joyful reinvention—exploring art licensing, dreaming up creative retreats, and building a multi-faceted life rooted in purpose and play. Whether you're deep in a creative pivot or ready to chase your next dream, Vallie’s story is a masterclass in saying yes, figuring it out later, and trusting that every season holds value. 🎧 Tune in to hear:

• Her entrepreneurial start selling hand-painted tees in college
• What it's really like to sell at massive trade shows like Atlanta Market
• How she built and scaled a wholesale art business
• Why she stepped away—and how she’s finding her way back with intention
• Her dreams for licensing, retreats, and creative community

To follow and support Vallie, check out her website, and Instagram!

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