Startist Society

In episode 117, we introduced you to Heather Bourque of Paper and Wings, an artist and illustrator that sells physical products via wholesale. Did we mention she does this all on her own while still having time to travel the world each year? Heather is back this week to share her five best tips on getting started with a wholesale art business. We know you’ll be inspired to give wholesale a try after you hear Heather’s great advice! https://lnkd.in/en2kVuMP

In this episode, we continue our accountability group series by introducing you to Heather Bourque, an artist from Halifax, Nova Scotia in Canada, who illustrates her love of coastal living and travel through her wholesale and retail online shop, Paper and Wings. We travel deep into Heather’s world of creating and distributing wholesale products alongside her online retail shop. We know you’ll love Heather’s Startist story – and Heather – as much as we do! Oh – and did we mention she created a solo-run wholesale business that still allows her to travel globally several months out of the year? We know you’ll be inspired to give wholesale a try after you hear Heather’s great advice! https://lnkd.in/edtyJvs5 #startist #startistsociety #artbusiness #creativebusiness #artbiz #artrepreneur #artpodcast #arttalk #artinspiration #contemporaryart #creativepodcast #creativeconversation #creativelife #communityovercompetition #creativeentrepreneur #artistsofinstagram #lifeofanartist

In episode 49, we introduced you to Elizabeth Silver, a surface pattern designer and educator who is the creator of a fantastic course called Start Your Surface Pattern Business. This week, Elizabeth is back to talk to us about reasons you might not be getting your art in front of potential paying clients. We know you’ll love Elizabeth’s frank, no fluff business advice as much as we do! https://lnkd.in/eFENXFND

In this week’s episode, Laura and Nikki share 5 quick tips to help improve your artwork and take it to the next level. We discuss contrast, color harmony, composition and more strategies that can help elevate your artwork and set you apart from the crowd. We also share some really fun tools, websites and products that can help with implementing these techniques! https://lnkd.in/eTHfNzw7

In our last episode, we introduced you to Maria Brophy, an author, teacher, art consultant, agent and brand manager who wrote the incredible book Art Money Success. This week, Maria is back to share her 5 best tips for achieving success with your art. https://lnkd.in/e3u3rwac

In this week’s episode, Laura and Nikki interview art consultant and author Maria Brophy, who discusses her evolution from artist supporter to successful art business owner and coach. She shares how she helped her husband Drew Brophy grow his career as a surf artist through licensing, emphasizing the importance of mindset shifts and strategies like setting income goals and networking in-person. We also talk bout her book "Art Money Success" and online courses taught through Brophy Art Academy on topics such as art licensing and exhibitions, providing valuable insights for building a sustainable art career.

In this week’s episode, Laura and Nikki explore the basics of professionally presenting your art - both online and in person. We delve into the importance of high quality photos, professional preparation of physical work for displaying in galleries and the significance of establishing a cohesive brand identity across various platforms. We also cover artist statements, well-curated portfolios, professional websites and communication etiquette, especially via email, as well as the strategic use of social media. We also remind you that professional presentation is a continue process which evolves alongside your artistic career!

This week, Laura and Nikki do a deep dive into getting professional high resolution images of your artwork. Do you need a fancy camera or will a phone camera do? How do you prep your space and art for the best images? What are key things you should know before hitting the shutter button to ensure you get clear, well-lit photos? When are scans useful and how do you properly scan artwork? We cover all of this and more in today’s episode. https://lnkd.in/er_a5TbW

Grab a cup of coffee (or bourbon) and join Laura and Nikki as they review what went well last year, what could have gone better, and what their plans are for the upcoming year – both for their personal/professional lives and for the Startist Society podcast! https://lnkd.in/gNeKzaug

In this episode, Laura and Nikki dive into the deep sea of art sales, but not in the way that you might think. They take you off the beaten path, exploring 12 unconventional, out-of-the-box methods to help you sell your art and turn your passion into profit. If you've ever felt stuck or unsure of how to get your art into the world, this episode is crafted just for you! https://lnkd.in/gFft-eFW