The Inspiration Place

The Inspiration Place is hosting the first ever student art show including a piece from today's guest. You can see all the submissions at Schulmanart.com/salon

Tiare Smith joins me to share her artist's journey. Like many of us, she didn't pursue her art for many years. She first followed the path that well-meaning people assured her would be better for her financially.

Hear why she put her pencil down for 18 years and why she was inspired to pick back up once again. She shares how her technique changed and evolved when she began creating again.

Tiare also explains the inspiration for her paintings of women. She pays tribute to the women in her life who nurtured and encouraged her. She also acknowledges growth and transformation in her work.

She explains why she doesn't define the facial features in her paintings. We also talk about the significance of the dragonfly and why her flowers are another aspect of her unique vision.

Teaching is still part of her passion. She teaches mixed media art journaling to help people express themselves. It's a great way to warm up and it provides freedom to try new things.

"Sometimes you just need to make art."

Tiare is offering her course One BADASS Art Journal and you can get details here. (schulmanart.com/badass You will learn mixed media techniques and BADASS art journaling so you can release your inner BADASS!

For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/179

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1. Pop-ups. Hear how to improve your pop-up for more opt-ins with specific examples for the best way to get your pop-up to convert.
2. Apologizing. Take the approach that people want to hear from you, and they want to know about your work.
3. The Menu Bar. Be thoughtful about your menu options. I outline two easy fixes are updating the about and sale menu tabs.
4. Gallery tab. The art that is for sale should not be under a gallery tab.
5. No way to purchase! Don't create obstacles to sales. I share 2 website providers that make this easy.
6. Clarity in your offer. A confused mind never buys. Get my best insight about the best way to curate what you sell.
7. Clearly state shipping information. I've outlined 3 options that work, pick one so your buyer knows exactly how their purchase will be shipped.
8. Outdated information. Old events, past courses, pricing specials that have expired are making your site look neglected.
9. Pronouns. Maintain consistency in your copy. I recommend your site be written in first person. Even if you use third person, it's key that it's done site wide.
10. About page photos. Another place for consistency. Listen for the 3 things that make a huge impact here and the one photos that always needs to be on your about page.

Review your site with a new perspective. Where can you make updates? Make sure your site is engaging, informative and most of all, make it easy to sell your art! For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/178 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies. Whether you're a passionista or a passion professional, I've got something just for you. ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎤NEVER MISS AN EPISODE! If you loved this, I've got more inspirational episodes coming your way! Please make sure you hit the subscribe or follow button in your podcast app. And if you're feeling extra generous- leave me a review-- https://schulmanart.com/review-podcast ++++++++++++++++++++ BTW If you pop your Instagram handle at the end of the review, I'll even give you a shout out over on my IG stories! ++++++++++++++++++++ I'd love to chat with you on Instagram: http://instagram.com/schulmanart

This episode is so much fun! Author and friend Terri Trespicio joins me to talk about passion, why it's not what we've been taught and why you should unhook yourself from the "follow your passion" expectations.

Hear Terri explain why talent is over-rated. People who don't consider themselves talented can be more successful because they invest in learning, executing, and developing their skills.

Have you even experienced the lure of the secret genius?

It's powerful! It's sets us up expect things to come easily. Often when someone is passionate about something and they aren't an expert right away, Terri explains that people give up sooner because of the genius myth.

Why is it dangerous to get hung up on passion?

There is no supposed to. If pursuing your passion is no longer working for you, Terri explains that it's time to give yourself permission to move on.

"There isn't any one thing you are meant to do or follow or be."

Artists I talk to run into this. They often ask "what should I paint?" What's more important is making a choice. Doing the work and making the effort is what makes you an artist. Evolving over time is part of the journey.

Trust the work to lead you. What if we allowed passion to find us?

Passion is portable. Where are you missing an opportunity to find passion right now? Can we allow the luxury of passion showing up?

Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies. Whether you're a passionista or a passion professional, I've got something just for you.

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If you loved this, I've got more inspirational episodes coming your way! Please make sure you hit the subscribe or follow button in your podcast app. And if you're feeling extra generous- leave me a review-- https://schulmanart.com/review-podcast

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Today I'm talking to one of my clients who started her art career when her husband gifted her with art classes. She was hooked and decided to continue. She went to weekly classes and painted daily because she felt like she had to catch up with others. That was 20 years ago and she's still creating.

In this episode, you'll discover:

Find out when Susan first realized she was an artist.

I asked Susan to share how it felt to sell her first piece. She remembers the painting and the people who purchased it. We both agree that when a painting is framed and hung in its new home, it completes the creation cycle. It begins a new life.

Hear how Susan got her work into the LA Art show. It's an amazing story. She realized her dream of having people experience the art and come back to see it again. She used a contest at the show to inspire new artists and as a result has made connections with other creators.

It's never too late to start. Susan's story will inspire you and help you see the power of your own dreams.

For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/175

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Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies. Whether you're a passionista or a passion professional, I've got something just for you.

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If you loved this, I've got more inspirational episodes coming your way! Please make sure you hit the subscribe or follow button in your podcast app. And if you're feeling extra generous- leave me a review-- https://schulmanart.com/review-podcast

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BTW If you pop your Instagram handle at the end of the review, I'll even give you a shout-out over on my IG stories!

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I'd love to chat with you on Instagram: http://instagram.com/schulmanart

It's a new year and many of us are thinking about setting goals and looking forward. We know we can fill our days with anything and be anyone. How do we do the inner work required to truly achieve goals and make the changes we want to see? Listen to today's episode for goal setting and goal-achieving success.

In this episode Miriam shares her goal setting and goal achieving process.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why she chooses a word for the year (and sometimes a word for the day) and what word she selected for 2022
• How focusing on how you want to feel will make a bigger impact
• The reason you should hire a coach and why Miriam hired experts (more than one) to help her reach a big goal in 2021
• How surrounding yourself with people who are doing what you want to do will help you accomplish more
• The way to develop an abundance mind-set, counteracting imposter syndrome

For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/175

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Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies. Whether you're a passionista or a passion professional, I've got something just for you.

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If you loved this, I've got more inspirational episodes coming your way! Please make sure you hit the subscribe or follow button in your podcast app. And if you're feeling extra generous- leave me a review-- https://schulmanart.com/review-podcast

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BTW If you pop your Instagram handle at the end of the review, I'll even give you a shout out over on my IG stories!

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I'd love to chat with you on Instagram: http://instagram.com/schulmanart

We're talking to an inspiring emerging artist. His expressive floral art focuses on good vibes: the art of living a vibrant, intuitive life and the feelings of gratitude, happiness, and joy. In 2021, he left his job as an elementary school teacher to spend more time with his art and family.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• How this artist balances primary caretaking responsibilities with art-making
• Why creating an ideal week and time blocking leads to more productivity and balance
• How building massive confidence led to him doubling his prices while still building sales

For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/174

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Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies. Whether you're a passionista or a passion professional, I've got something just for you.

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If you loved this, I've got more inspirational episodes coming your way! Please make sure you hit the subscribe or follow button in your podcast app. And if you're feeling extra generous- leave me a review-- https://schulmanart.com/review-podcast

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BTW If you pop your Instagram handle at the end of the review, I'll even give you a shout-out over on my IG stories!

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I'd love to chat with you on Instagram: http://instagram.com/schulmanart

As we reach the last days of 2021, I thought it would be super fun to gather up some of my favorite interview clips of the year. We've gathered up the best bits of advice for you from amazing guests on The Inspiration Place Podcast!

In this episode, you'll discover:

• How to overcome your fears of visibility
• Inspiration to make your art no matter what
• The latest and greatest advice on social media success recipes
• And so much more

For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/173

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Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies. Whether you're a passionista or a passion professional, I've got something just for you.

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If you loved this, I've got more inspirational episodes coming your way! Please make sure you hit the subscribe or follow button in your podcast app. And if you're feeling extra generous- leave me a review-- https://schulmanart.com/review-podcast

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BTW If you pop your Instagram handle at the end of the review, I'll even give you a shout out over on my IG stories!

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I'd love to chat with you on Instagram: http://instagram.com/schulmanart

We've gathered up the best bite-sized bits of advice from the solo shows!

Here's some of what you'll learn when you tune in:

• Why when you're feeling "not enough," it's important to connect
• Learn the famous artist formula for getting more exposure for your art
• Understand why the biggest burdens we carry are our own indecision
• And so much more

For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/172

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Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies. Whether you're a passionista or a passion professional, I've got something just for you.

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If you loved this, I've got more inspirational episodes coming your way! Please make sure you hit the subscribe or follow button in your podcast app. And if you're feeling extra generous- leave me a review-- https://schulmanart.com/review-podcast

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BTW If you pop your Instagram handle at the end of the review, I'll even give you a shout out over on my IG stories!

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I'd love to chat with you on Instagram: http://instagram.com/schulmanart

We've been recently talking a lot about why an email list is SO important. I have the best advice from the top copywriters sharing their expertise and tips about what to put in your emails to sell more art!

• Why your art collectors want to hear from you (and often)
• How to inject your personality into everything you write
• Why you don't need to use "flowery" language to sell your art (and what really works)

For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/171

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Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies. Whether you're a passionista or a passion professional, I've got something just for you.

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If you loved this, I've got more inspirational episodes coming your way! Please make sure you hit the subscribe or follow button in your podcast app. And if you're feeling extra generous- leave me a review-- https://schulmanart.com/review-podcast

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BTW If you pop your Instagram handle at the end of the review, I'll even give you a shout out over on my IG stories!

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I'd love to chat with you on Instagram: http://instagram.com/schulmanart

Would you rather be a well-paid artist or a well-known artist?

The real answer is, you can have both! Becoming well-known is a great shortcut to becoming well-paid.

Today, PR expert Lynya Floyd joins us to help you learn top insider secrets to get your art featured, utilizing the right publicity!

• Why you need to work your way up the publicity pyramid when you plan your outreach
• Why smaller local press will more easily translate into sales more than larger publications
• The biggest mistake newbies make when pitching the press and what to do instead

For full show notes, go to schulmanart.com/170

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Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies. Whether you're a passionista or a passion professional, I've got something just for you.

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If you loved this, I've got more inspirational episodes coming your way! Please make sure you hit the subscribe or follow button in your podcast app. And if you're feeling extra generous- leave me a review-- https://schulmanart.com/review-podcast

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BTW If you pop your Instagram handle at the end of the review, I'll even give you a shout out over on my IG stories!

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I'd love to chat with you on Instagram: http://instagram.com/schulmanart