Artist Academy

This week on the Artist Academy Podcast, we’re exploring the habits and practices to leave behind in the new year in order to improve your art business. It’s not just about the resolutions, but about making intentional changes that will push you toward growth.

In this episode, I’ll share how I’m focusing on presenting a more professional appearance, setting realistic goals, and batching work to reduce stress and boost productivity. I’ll also talk about overcoming self-doubt when it comes to sharing financial goals and how maintaining a healthy diet is fueling my energy for both work and relationships.

Tune in for practical insights on how small changes can have a big impact on your art business and personal growth.

This week on the Artist Academy Podcast, we’re breaking down the reasons your art might not have sold over the holidays—and what you can do to fix it. Selling art isn’t just about creating something beautiful; it’s about making sure the right people see it, connect with it, and feel inspired to buy it.

In this episode, we’ll talk about promoting your art in a variety of ways, growing your audience through social media and interest groups, and crafting stories that make your work more relatable. We’ll also cover pricing strategies and how to create products that sell consistently instead of waiting for that one big sale.

Tune in for practical tips on getting your art in front of the right buyers, building momentum, and turning your creations into reliable income. Listen now to make your next launch a success!

This week's episode on the Artist Academy Podcast is all about creating a roadmap to success with the goal of making $50k right out of the gate! I’m sharing strategies like social media posting, applying for public art calls, and cold outreach to businesses—plus, I break down the success rates for each method. You’ll also hear why having a strong portfolio, an SEO-optimized website, and high-quality photos is crucial for landing more jobs.

I’ll dive into the importance of motivation, accountability, and consistent implementation of these strategies, with tips on finding an accountability partner. Plus, hear from artist Grace, who shares how she’s been able to increase mural sales and set projections to triple last year’s numbers.

This episode is packed with real strategies and success stories to help you hit your goals and build the kind of momentum that can take your art business to new heights in 2025!

This week’s episode on the Artist Academy Podcast is all about turning creative consistency into momentum with the 31-Day Challenge—starting January 1st! Whether you’re painting daily, posting for 31 days straight, or experimenting with videos and mural mockups, this challenge is designed to push boundaries and open doors.

In this episode, I’m sharing strategies to amplify your goals—like testing new outreach methods, building social proof, and ditching excuses (because “no time” isn’t cutting it). You’ll also hear how Summer Paradiso used this exact challenge to paint 31 pet portraits, build momentum, and quit her job halfway through the year.

This isn’t just about starting strong—it’s about creating habits, testing ideas, and building the kind of momentum that can transform your art business in 2025!

This week's episode on the Artist Academy Podcast is all about using a holiday promotion tactic that I’m currently implementing in my art business, and why I think it’s a strategy you should consider for your own business. Whether you’re selling murals, prints, small items, or custom canvases, I’m sharing why putting in that extra effort right now—right before Christmas—can make a huge impact.

We’re also talking about our recent mural meetup, where I’m sharing behind-the-scenes details on what we did, what we learned, and the things I’m putting into practice right away. I invited guest artists to teach me new techniques, and I’m excited to share how I’m applying what I’ve learned.

Plus, I’m diving into why now is the perfect time to launch a big promotion for last-minute orders and quick-to-ship gifts. Instead of just posting about your products the usual way, I’m explaining how giving away something big or adding a special offer can create more buzz, get people talking, and drive real sales.

This episode is about turning creative ideas into real opportunities and setting the stage for your biggest year yet.

In this week's episode of the Artist Academy Podcast, we welcome you to part 3 of the $100K podcast series, where we’re getting real about the habits and strategies that will actually make those big goals possible. If you’ve been following along, you know I’m gearing up to make $100,000 in the first 100 days of 2025—but this episode is different. We’re not just talking about the challenge; we’re breaking down the how behind productivity and goal-setting.

In this episode, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at the ups and downs of my productivity: how sleep, morning routines, and phone habits play a huge role in getting things done (or not). Plus, we dive into why you can’t just consume content—you’ve got to create and implement strategies that push you forward.

Plus, stay tuned for exciting updates on my upcoming 2025 marketing plan workshop and mural meetups happening around the globe—with a $500 giveaway for one lucky listener to attend!
This episode is about turning ambition into action and getting practical with how we’re going to crush our goals in 2025.

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This week's replay episode on the Artist Academy Podcast features California-based muralist Morgan Bricca. 

I have stumbled upon the more experienced version of myself in Morgan. I could talk to her for hours. She has the confidence and positivity of an experienced artist—one who has dealt with the past trials of owning a business but happily perseveres because she knows, from years of experience, how the profits far surpass the struggles.

For example, her project minimum nowadays is $7,500. Yep, I said minimum. Granted, she lives in one of the wealthier parts of the United States, where customers are happy to pay. Still, she knows her worth, sticks to what she’s good at, and has built up a wealth of knowledge about murals—so much so that she wrote a book on it: The Mural Artist’s Handbook. This woman needs no further introduction.

Let me know what you think of this week’s episode with Morgan Bricca.

Morgan's Website: https://www.morganmurals.com

This week on the Artist Academy Podcast, I’m discussing a significant $8,000 investment I made in my art business and how it’s set to help me 5x that amount in just six months. In this episode, I’ll break down exactly what I invested in and why it’s crucial for growth in 2025.

I’ll also explore the question of whether it’s time for you to invest in external support. Whether it’s a VA, coach, video editor, outreach specialist, or someone to help you create a strategic plan, I’ll share how making the right investment can set you on the path to success.

We’ll discuss how to identify areas where you might be dropping the ball, and whether it’s time to adjust your habits or bring in help to stay on track.

While investing large amounts of money can be intimidating, this $8,000 commitment has been a catalyst for progress, providing the assurance that I’ll stay focused and accountable to my goals.

Tune in for practical insights on how investing in your business can drive real growth and elevate your art career.

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This week on the Artist Academy Podcast, I’m bringing back a replay episode with Marilena Madio from 2021. It was so memorable that I had to share it again—now, over three years later. I originally reached out to Marilena to chat about her wall decal product she began creating for customers but was caught off guard by how much mural wisdom she had to share.

Marilena has been in the mural game longer than I have and is such a joy to talk shop with. Last year, I watched as she had a video go mega-viral, gaining tens of thousands of followers as a result. It was so well-deserved!

Lately, she’s partnered with Zibra, a mural brush company, to create her own branded set of mural brushes, which she kindly sent me to try out recently. They are worth all the hype!

I hope you’re enjoying these old interviews I’m bringing back for the fourth quarter to give you some extra audio motivation as we all work through what’s usually the busiest time of year for artists. Let me know what you think of this week’s episode with Marilena Madio!

This week on the Artist Academy Podcast, we’re diving into an exciting challenge: the goal of making $100,000 in 100 days, starting January 1st. It’s a bold plan designed to push boundaries and inspire growth in your art business.

In this episode, we’ll discuss how consistent, small actions can lead to big results and explore the value of making intentional investments to boost your business. You’ll hear strategies for managing your energy by focusing on tasks that inspire you and learning to delegate the ones that don’t. Plus, we’ll talk about recognizing areas where you can improve and finding the right support to help you grow.

Tune in for fresh insights and motivation to help you take your art career to the next level.

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