Artsy Friends Podcast - art+biz tips

Artists who want to make art their full time job look at their craft differently: you see potential in your paintings. And potential in your process. It's all very intriguing and you KNOW others will think so too -- and there's the first spark of your career.

You're serious enough about your artwork and looking forward to getting serious about your business too.

Art business is half art and half business, after all.

You gotta have both.

But both sides are intriguing. A little tweaking to strategy and a little elbow grease? Now you're ready to become a full time artist.

Listen to The Artsy Friends Podcast to learn tips for how to launch your art business and hear behind the scenes stories of someone who's been in the game a while.

(I sold my first painting in 2015 and went full time in 2021. I've never been happier about my job AND my creativity.)

Tune in on Spotify!!

☁️Carolyn Tantanella

☁️A Cup of Cloudy

#artbusiness #artbusinesspodcast #fulltimeartist #artsyfriends #artsyfriendspodcast

2025/1/21 Edited to

... Read moreThe Artsy Friends Podcast is dedicated to artists who strive to balance their creativity with business acumen. In episode highlights, strategies for identifying your unique art style are discussed, alongside essential mural preparation tips for larger projects. The podcast breaks down the financial foundations crucial for a thriving art side hustle, ensuring no artist overlooks the importance of finances in their creative business. Moreover, valuable insights on building strong relationships with collectors underline the necessity of connecting authentically with your audience. Regular reviews of past achievements and future goals foster a culture of growth among artists. Listeners can explore course offerings like "Elements of Art Style" to refine their artistic signature while leveraging practical, real-world experience to navigate the art business landscape effectively. Tune in for honest discussions and priceless advice tailored for aspiring full-time artists! Learn more at acupofcloudy.com.

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