Artists Soar

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Artists Soar (TM) is a podcast for artists by 3 artists! We discuss all aspects of being an artist - the good, bad, and the ugly. The goal of each podcast is to provide solutions so artists can focus on creativity and rise above.

Episodes

Wednesday Apr 27, 2022

Why artists need a website?AND what are some considerations when putting one together.

Wednesday Apr 27, 2022

Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss Stephanie's do artists need a website. If you have a question you'd like us to discuss feel free to email us at hello@artistssoar.com

Key talking points:

- a resounding yes!
  - a website is a portfolio.
  - Quick websites you can set up are Behance, Wix, and many others
  - by having your own website you are getting a captive audience.
  - lzbthcreative.com is a member in Stephanie's Positive Painter Program who has done a phenomenal job of evolving her website to define her purpose.
  - when you own your own website, you can customize it to your style
  - when you own your website you can't be shut down by Facebook, Instagram etc...
  - bubblybibbly.com if you love reading and libations that can go with them.
  - listen for more options in the podcast
  - Protect Your Image Tips
    - watermark your artwork
    - disable right-clicking
    - have the images be 72dpi so they can't be reproduced.
What to name your website:
- identify with your brand - if you don't know what you want then use your name (if it is easy to spell and available)
  - check out episode 22 about naming your website and protecting your name/family.