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Episode 20 - David Frederick Riley Interview
Join the Business of art:
https://thebusinessof-art.teachable.com/p/the-business-of-art
Dave’s Links
https://www.davidfrederickriley.com
https://www.instagram.com/davidrileyart/
https://www.facebook.com/DavidFrederickRiley/
Summary
In this episode of the Business of Art podcast, host Mark McKenna interviews
contemporary wildlife painter David Frederick Riley. David shares his artistic journey, from
his early influences and education to his transition from illustration to fine art. He
discusses the importance of personal development and mindset shifts that propelled him
towards success. David's breakthrough came with his wildlife portraits, leading to a
flourishing art career and gallery representation. The conversation highlights the
challenges and triumphs of being a professional artist in today's market. In this
conversation, David Frederick Riley shares his journey as an artist, discussing the
challenges and strategies he employed to navigate the art world. He emphasizes the
importance of mindset, daily routines, and taking responsibility for one's artistic journey.
Riley also highlights the balance between production and personal life, and the need to
find a unique approach to art that resonates with both the artist and the audience. In this
conversation, David Frederick Riley and Mark McKenna explore the multifaceted nature of
art, emphasizing the importance of balancing personal expression with market demands.
They discuss how art impacts others, the significance of creating with purpose, and
provide valuable advice for aspiring artists. The dialogue also delves into the necessity of
developing technical skills, navigating the art market, and fostering an abundance mindset
to thrive in the creative industry. Ultimately, they highlight the emotional connection that
art fosters between the artist and the audience, and the importance of trusting one's
instincts in the creative process. In this conversation, David Frederick Riley shares his
insights on the artistic journey, emphasizing the importance of persistence and the long-
term commitment required to succeed in the art world. He discusses the balance between
personal projects and commissioned work, the challenges and opportunities in the print
market, and the significance of outsourcing tasks to maximize creative output. Riley also
highlights the mindset needed for artists to thrive, encouraging them to view feedback as a
learning opportunity and to embrace the abundance of potential art buyers.
Takeaways
David's early exposure to art shaped his career path.
Transitioning from illustration to fine art was a significant shift for David.
Personal development played a crucial role in David's success.
David emphasizes the importance of mentorship in the art world.
The wildlife portraits marked a turning point in David's career.
Mindset shifts are essential for overcoming the 'starving artist' stereotype.
David's approach to pricing his artwork was informed by market research.
Establishing gallery representation was key to expanding his reach.
David's journey reflects the importance of resilience in the art industry.
Continuous learning and adaptation are vital for artistic growth.
Keywords
David Frederick Riley, wildlife painting, art career, personal development, artistic journey,
contemporary art, mindset, gallery representation, portrait painting, art market, art,
galleries, daily routine, personal responsibility, art production, creativity, art, artistic
expression, aspiring artists, abundance mindset, technical art skills, art advice, art,
commissions, art prints, artistic process, motivation, artistic success, creativity, passive
income
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By Mark McKenna
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Join the Business of art:
https://thebusinessof-art.teachable.com/p/the-business-of-art
Dave’s Links
https://www.davidfrederickriley.com
https://www.instagram.com/davidrileyart/
https://www.facebook.com/DavidFrederickRiley/
Summary
In this episode of the Business of Art podcast, host Mark McKenna interviews
contemporary wildlife painter David Frederick Riley. David shares his artistic journey, from
his early influences and education to his transition from illustration to fine art. He
discusses the importance of personal development and mindset shifts that propelled him
towards success. David's breakthrough came with his wildlife portraits, leading to a
flourishing art career and gallery representation. The conversation highlights the
challenges and triumphs of being a professional artist in today's market. In this
conversation, David Frederick Riley shares his journey as an artist, discussing the
challenges and strategies he employed to navigate the art world. He emphasizes the
importance of mindset, daily routines, and taking responsibility for one's artistic journey.
Riley also highlights the balance between production and personal life, and the need to
find a unique approach to art that resonates with both the artist and the audience. In this
conversation, David Frederick Riley and Mark McKenna explore the multifaceted nature of
art, emphasizing the importance of balancing personal expression with market demands.
They discuss how art impacts others, the significance of creating with purpose, and
provide valuable advice for aspiring artists. The dialogue also delves into the necessity of
developing technical skills, navigating the art market, and fostering an abundance mindset
to thrive in the creative industry. Ultimately, they highlight the emotional connection that
art fosters between the artist and the audience, and the importance of trusting one's
instincts in the creative process. In this conversation, David Frederick Riley shares his
insights on the artistic journey, emphasizing the importance of persistence and the long-
term commitment required to succeed in the art world. He discusses the balance between
personal projects and commissioned work, the challenges and opportunities in the print
market, and the significance of outsourcing tasks to maximize creative output. Riley also
highlights the mindset needed for artists to thrive, encouraging them to view feedback as a
learning opportunity and to embrace the abundance of potential art buyers.
Takeaways
David's early exposure to art shaped his career path.
Transitioning from illustration to fine art was a significant shift for David.
Personal development played a crucial role in David's success.
David emphasizes the importance of mentorship in the art world.
The wildlife portraits marked a turning point in David's career.
Mindset shifts are essential for overcoming the 'starving artist' stereotype.
David's approach to pricing his artwork was informed by market research.
Establishing gallery representation was key to expanding his reach.
David's journey reflects the importance of resilience in the art industry.
Continuous learning and adaptation are vital for artistic growth.
Keywords
David Frederick Riley, wildlife painting, art career, personal development, artistic journey,
contemporary art, mindset, gallery representation, portrait painting, art market, art,
galleries, daily routine, personal responsibility, art production, creativity, art, artistic
expression, aspiring artists, abundance mindset, technical art skills, art advice, art,
commissions, art prints, artistic process, motivation, artistic success, creativity, passive
income
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