Level Up Artists

On today’s episode we get a behind the scenes view of Jackie’s art studio as she is building her newest series of artwork. We discuss the many hats you need to wear as an entrepreneur, the importance of strategically utilizing your routine to improve your creative output, and how the holistic view of an artist's life can affect the quality of one’s work.  

On this episode we interview Carly Jones, the President and CEO of Artspace! We talk about her intentional transition from performer to non-profit leader, how she balances these two fulfilling identities, and the vision she has for Artspace as a creative pillar in downtown Raleigh moving forward. We also discuss FRESH, Artspace’s biennial fundraising exhibition and celebration of NC artists!  

Pull up a chair and join us in a casual conversation in Adriana’s studio! Today we talk about her recent studio move, how a change in studio space will affect your creative work flow, and we discuss the process of starting a new painting series!  

We’ve all been there. Whether you are in the middle of the creative process, or feeling stuck at the end, you will come to the moment where you stop and ask yourself, “Is this painting done?” In today’s episode we share 10 elements to look for in your painting to help you answer this question and confidently say, “Done!”  

Music by: https://www.coreyclaxton.com  

From physical preparations to mindset shifts, in today’s episode we talk about the several factors you need to consider when thinking about scaling up or scaling down your artwork. From tools and storage, to marketing and exhibition applications, this episode will save artists time when experimenting or for any artist who is looking to make drastic changes in their creative process.  

On today’s episode we are honored to talk to award-winning New York-based contemporary art advisor, author, and curator, Maria Brito. As a creative professional, Maria shares with our audience how artists can stand out to gallery owners in a positive way, the one thing artists can do to harm their reputation, and her advice for creatives who are looking to balance self representation with gallery representation.   

Watching or listening to one of our earlier episodes? The Art Studio Insights podcast was recently renamed the Level Up Artists podcast!

Loan applications can be daunting and you may not always know the options available to small businesses. So whether you are currently thinking of getting a loan, or think you may apply in the near future, this episode is for you! This free live discussion with JaLisha Richmond of Thread Capital was originally hosted in February 2022 in partnership with Triangle ArtWorks.  

On this episode we interview artist Clarence Heyward where we talk about how he launched his creative journey, his upcoming exhibition at CAM Raleigh, and his strategy for connecting and building relationships with art administrators in the Triangle.  

Are you building a business or enjoying a hobby? Both are valuable experiences but the actions and goals for each can be very different. In today’s episode we talk about some of the key factors used to differentiate a hobbyist from a business minded artist and what you can do today to get one step closer to your goals.  

In today’s episode we talk about why it is important to document your creative journey, ways in which you can do so, how those assets can be used now and in the future, and helpful tips on how to stay organized and consistent as you document your journey for years to come! No matter which method you choose, documenting your journey today will make several aspects of your creative career easier for your future self.