The Charmed Studio Podcast for Artists

Here’s a short, easy video on how to block emails on Gmail and Outlook.

And here are a few options for quietly removing someone from your Mailchimp list.

To learn more about the value of customer astonishment read Customer Astonishment and Hug Your Customers.

If you want to offer payment plans take a half-hour to set up the ability to invoice students and clients through PayPal.
Then take another fifteen minutes to get familiar with Paypal’s PayLater and PayIn 4 options for your buyers.

If they’re trolling you read my post on O'Keefe's Way To Tromp Art Trolls here.
Check out Udell’s Getting People Out of Your Booth series.

Please comment on the post and add your own red flags here:
https://thecharmedstudio.com/7-red-flags-from-problem-art-buyers-artists-shouldnt-ignore/
I'd love to learn from you.

For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here.

This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC.

And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says.

"100 years, all new people."

You can do this. 

Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

https://youtu.be/UGw-NV6qUMo?feature=sharedHave a question on anything writing-related? Ask Thea at www.thecharmedstudio.com/contact. I love questions and answer every one of them with a happy heart. 

Two irreverent, funny, F-Bomb-laden 8-minute videos on where to find Beta Readers and what to ask them:

All About Beta Readers Part 1 by Jenna Moreci

All About Beta Readers Part 2 by Jenna Moreci

Fabulous, totally inexpensive course for writers who want to self-publish a book by Romance/Erotica Writer Alessandra Torre. Take this if you are feeling overwhelmed about what to do when if you are writing, self-publishing and self-promoting your own book.

A Fearless Way to Self Publish https://youtu.be/UGw-NV6qUMo?feature=shared
A Fearless Way to Sell More Novels https://youtu.be/UGw-NV6qUMo?feature=shared

Great, great, humble Youtube video by a British Gallerist. Watch it here:
Artists-do you know how to work with galleries to sell your art, or even how to approach them?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGw-NV6qUMo

Kevin Doberstein Art

Brenda Doberstein Art

For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here.

This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC.

And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says.

"100 years, all new people."

You can do this. 

Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

Here's a list of resources of things that will support your art or writing practice that came up in this Charmed Studio Podcast:

Read them as posts or listen to them as podcasts, just click on any link above, it will take you to the specific blog page of the article on my blog. If you want to listen instead of reading the information just click on the audio version of the post at the top of each article.

And thanks for being here and going on this journey with me.

 How Do I Cope With a Harsh Art Critique of My Art? Why People Say Dumb Things and How To Bounce Back.

Why Are Some Art Teachers So Mean? How To Blast Through Envy and Bloom as an Artist.

Why Every Artist Needs a Feel Good File and How To Make Yours in Seconds.

WWGD? What Would Georgia Do? Why O'Keeffe Thought Happiness Was For the Birds and What You Should Go For Instead

For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here.

This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC.

And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says.

"100 years, all new people."

You can do this. 

Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

Podcast Cover art "Buddha's Hand" Lemon.  Stilllife by Charmed Studio Subscriber British Columbian artist Leigh Buchanan. 

Read my article, 4 Surprising Benefits of a Small Mailing List to discover a heart-centered way to develop soulful relationships and unexpected prosperity through your art blog or newsletter.

Or check out this Charmed Studio Post: How Do I Get More Comments on My Art Blog? 7 Secrets You Won’t Hear Anywhere Else.

And remember, you already have enough followers, now it's time to get to know them, enjoy them, and accept the wisdom and grace and warmth they have to give you. IMO, Authentic connection is the key to sales and happiness in general.

"You already have everything you need to be content. Your real work is to do whatever it takes to realize that." - Geneen Roth

To stay updated on when I offer my audio classes and live group coaching for artists and writers pop on over here. 

When I talked about you staying safe online I'm really talking about doing things like getting a local or virtual PO BOX (this is what I have) to protect your private address. You are worth it. 

Michael Neil and Steve Chandler's Video-based Money Course I talked about on this podcast is below ( I'm NOT an affiliate of this, just love it and it helped me laugh about money and see things differently and it is only 99 bucks.)

Customer Astonishment is a concept first put forth by Darby Checketts in his enlightening  book Customer Astonishment:10 Secrets to World-Class Customer Care.

For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here.

This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC.

And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says.

"100 years, all new people."

You can do this. 

Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

The Charmed Studio Show Notes

Why Are Some Art Teachers So Mean? How To Blast Through Envy and Bloom as an Artist

How Do I Write a Blogpost? The Easiest Kind of Blog Post for Artists to Write Laid Out in 5 Super Easy Steps.

Great 5-minute video by inventor Tony Buzan on how and why to use a MINDMAP.

Libby the amazing free library app. I left audible behind, you can too. :)

Go here to see the summary of the Tedx talk where Anne Lamott lays out her 13 writing tips.

To check out Heather Irvine's wonderful wildlife and equestrian-themed artwork go here.

Atomic Habits: An Easy and Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones by James Clear.

Cover art by 16 miles out on Unsplash.

For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here.

This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC.

And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says.

"100 years, all new people."

You can do this. 

Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

To be charming and subscribe to the blog and get free access to my writing toolkit for artists click here.

For a transcript of the blog, to see all the images or to leave a comment please go here. 

For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here.

For more information about the Getty Villa Garden and Museum go here. 

To eyeball 1847 Queen Victoria's Wedding Portrait with Myrtle Crown.

Further Resources:

Gardens and Plants of the Getty Villa by Patrick Bowe and Michael DeHart.

Ancient Herbs in the J Paul Getty Museum Gardens by Jeanne D'Andrea.

Cookery and Dining in Imperial Rome by Apicius (and Joseph Dommers Vehling).

Ancient Roman Villa Gardens by Elisabeth Blair MacDougal and Wilhelmine F Jashemski.

A Pompeian Herbal: Ancient and Modern Medicinal Plants by Wilhelmina Feemster Jashemski and Lillian Nicholson Meyer.

The Mythology of Plants: Botanical Lore from Ancient Greece and Rome by Annette Gieseke.

This resource lists contains Amazon Affiliate links. :)

For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here.

This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC.

And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says.

"100 years, all new people."

You can do this. 

Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

For a transcript and to access links to all the things I mention like apps, computers, courses, books and links click this thingy here.

To be charming and subscribe to my blog go here.

Want to see if I have availability for you to be my new writing coaching client?  Come visit me ovah' here. 

Resources A Go-Go Below: Charmed Studio Podcasts mentioned in this episode:

*My fave computers for artists right now :

MacBook Air to Eyeball

MacBook Pro to Eyeball

"Want to dive into the realm of digital art? You just need an iPad, an iPad pencil, and download the Procreate App and you're on your way," says accomplished analog and digital collage artist Shawn Marie Hardy. 

Financial Freedom Prosperity Course from Michael Neill and Steve Chandler

Good article on "How to Properly Prepare Your PC for Disposal or Recycling."

And here's a good resource article from Software Testing Help that does a deep dive comparison on the best tablet for artists who want to experiment with digital drawing.

"I think writing really helps you heal yourself. I think if you write long enough, you will be a healthy person. That is, if you write what you need to write, as opposed to what will make money, or what will make fame."
-- Alice Walker

*I'm an Amazon affiliate, so if you want to buy through my links, I would do a happy dance. But I also recommend you check out the Apple Store or BestBuy or anywhere else your heart desires to get the best price. Happy Hunting.

For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here.

This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC.

And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says.

"100 years, all new people."

You can do this. 

Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

To be charming and subscribe to the blog and get free access to my writing toolkit for artists click here.

For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here.

Essential Oil Shopping Guide: Rose,   Rockrose also known as Cistus,   Jasmine    and Thyme Linalool. 

Look for these in your fabulous local health food store or click these links 

(Amazon affiliate links, thank you for helping The Charmed Studio stay ad free!) 

Mayberry turned me on to an affordable diffuser I love. This Aromasoft diffuser can subtly scent an entire apartment, has a lifetime warranty, and is only around $18. I have had it for a year, no problems.

Other $100-$200 diffusers I have purchased in past, clogged quickly and ended up as expensive clutter.

Sharon Mayberry is a certified clinical aromatherapist, pop over to her Rockrose Apothecary here.

7 Minute Magical Tarot Meditation for Artists Who Need To Write and Do Marketing by Thea Fiore Bloom, your humble guide.

Check out this other article on Aromatherapy Toolkit That Helps Heart-Centered Artists Like Us

Or if you have the budget and want the best check out Kurt Schnabelt's fine company Original Swiss Aromatics.  Sorry I said it was "Genuine Swiss Aromatics" on podcast by mistake. "So what we look for are bio-authentic oils that have the unique qualities for which they were originally recognized by Hildegard, Paracelsus or Taoist sages. They were recognized because in their specific origin these aromatics plants developed qualities that made them stand out."

How Did Salvador Dalí Make So Much Money? And How You Can Too: 6 Art Marketing Secrets from Fun-Loving Dalí

Essential oils are often written off as nonsense. But non-synthetic oils are the real deal. And as such can be as dangerous as they are efficacious.

So never ingest oils. Don’t use oils if you are sensitive, pregnant, nursing, have epilepsy, asthma, health challenges or doubts, before consulting a medical professional.

Kids and cats are sensitive to oils! Some sources say certain oils can give cats Upper Respiratory Infections and lead to liver problems. Other animals are sensitive to essential oils as well so avoid using them too near other pets as well.

Robert Tisserand wrote the bible on aromatherapy & safety. If you use oils daily on yourself or others pick up a copy of Essential Oil Safety.

For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here.

This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC.

And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says.

"100 years, all new people."

You can do this. 

Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

To be charming and subscribe to the blog and get free access to my writing toolkit for artists click here.

For a transcript or to read the original article with instructions and gorgeous images of hummers go here.

For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here.

Best Hummingbird Feeder: I love this hard-working, easy-to-clean, ten-dollar feeder! “First Nature 3051”. It has a seating rail, is easy to clean, and lasts a long time.

This is the inexpensive, great little brush set I use to keep the feeder rims and openings in the little plastic flowers free of mold.

Fastest Thing on Wings: Rescuing Hummingbirds in Hollywood by Terry Masear.

Hummingbird Migration Map by Empress of Dirt.

Here are links to buy seeds for easy-growing plants hummingbirds (and other pollinators that need our support) will love!

Foxglove, Lupine, Snapdragon, Morning Glory, Zinnia Elegans Seed Set, around 10 dollars :)

Red Cardinal Flower-beautiful, delicate, trumpet-like blooms.

If you don't live in hummingbird country or you just want to see hummingbirds building their nests and feeding their young up close, check out the world-famous, breathtaking Bella Live Web Cam, it's free. 

These show notes contain affiliate links to Amazon or Barnes and Noble. :)

Visit Denise Cerro's wonderful blog here.

And thanks so much for helping hummingbirds! You are a wonder. :)

For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here.

This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC.

And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says.

"100 years, all new people."

You can do this. 

Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

Check out Lina Lear's wonderful biographies of Rachel Carson: Witness for Nature and Beatrix Potter: A Life in Nature.

For a transcript or to see some great images of Carson click this thingy here.

To be charming and subscribe to my blog go here.

Want to see if I have availability for you to be my new writing coaching client ?  Come visit me ovah' here. 

Resources A Go-Go Below: Charmed Studio Podcasts mentioned in this episode:

Rachel Carson: A Fairy Godmother for Artists and Writers in Uncertain Times.

How Did Salvador Dalí Make So Much Money? 6 Magical Marketing Tips from the Life of the Spanish Genius.

Why Georgia O'Keeffe Thought Happiness Was For the Birds and What She Would Advise You To Try Instead.

Brain Pickings' article mentioned in this podcast on the uncategorizable and amazing correspondence between Carson and Freeman.

Podcast Cover Art by Max van den Oetelaar.

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For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here.

This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC.

And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says.

"100 years, all new people."

You can do this. 

Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)