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 Dec 08, 2021
Wednesday Dec 08, 2021
Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss how often you should be contacting your patrons - what is the proper number of emails to introduce your product, yourself, etc.
Ideas
- Segment your email list and send the information the audience requested.
- Document your email sequence (Stephanie uses Canva)
- Marketing experts say it takes 7-12 touches to make a sale.
- Save the emails that make you want to click as reference emails in the future.
- Check your email 1 - 2 times a day.
- Have a customer appreciation week/month. - Check out Jules Advent Calendar (available for the month of December 2021)
What is your opinion on how many emails are too much? Email us at hello@artistssoar.com
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Resources Mentioned
Advent Calendar on Jules McCullough's website - get freebies and gifts from Jules.
Mailchimp - an email provider that Rachel uses
Holiday Planning Guide Email Swipe Files
Our Websites and Shops
Stephanie: https://www.stephanieweaverartist.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/artfurpaws
Julie: https://www.juliemstudios.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/peacockblueart
Rachel: https://bubblybibbly.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/BBStudioShop
https://www.etsy.com/shop/mothersrecipes
Got a Listener Question?
Email us at: hello@artistssoar.com
Wednesday Dec 01, 2021
Wednesday Dec 01, 2021
Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss lessons learned with doing business with friends and relatives..
Jules and Rachel created a website for a friend...that went south real quick...
Stephanie created a commission for a friend and the friend took advantage and Stephanie took a hard stance of being done...
Lessons learned:
- Don't turn over the deliverable until you have payment
- Always trust your gut!
- Look for a win-win agreement
- Know your limits
- Outline every detail in writing
Red Flags to look for:
- Your gut is questioning the situation
- They request too many changes upfront or have too many "visions" of what it should be
- The expectations change
Strategies to avoid the job:
- Price yourself out of the job
- Don't follow up
Do you have a story about working with a family member or friend? Send us your story at hello@artistssoar.com
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Resources Mentioned
Art Pricing Calculator - price your right art
Commissions - 5 key questions to ask yourself before you start a commission and Sample Invoice.
Our Websites and Shops
Stephanie: https://www.stephanieweaverartist.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/artfurpaws
Julie: https://www.juliemstudios.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/peacockblueart
Rachel: https://bubblybibbly.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/BBStudioShop
https://www.etsy.com/shop/mothersrecipes
Got a Listener Question?
Email us at: hello@artistssoar.com
Friday Nov 19, 2021
Friday Nov 19, 2021
Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss how we come up with new ideas, vet those ideas...and this conversation evolved to a discussion about Adobe Photoshop because Jules uses Adobe Photoshop to take her art further.
Jules' idea evolution is amazing! Check out the resources so you can take her Adobe Photoshop course and see the artwork she created using the process she discusses.
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Resources Mentioned
Check out Jules Mcculloughs Folk Art Design
Jules McCullough's Adobe Photoshop Class on Skillshare
Other products that can be used in place of Adobe Photoshop to remove background: Canva, Adobe Elements, Apps on Phones, Gimp
Stephanie's Unicorn Series
ShootPro24.com - Edit Photo Service Stephanie used for some of her social media images
Our Websites and Shops
Stephanie: https://www.stephanieweaverartist.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/artfurpaws
Julie: https://www.juliemstudios.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/peacockblueart
Rachel: https://bubblybibbly.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/BBStudioShop
https://www.etsy.com/shop/mothersrecipes
Got a Listener Question?
Email us at: hello@artistssoar.com
Thursday Nov 18, 2021
Thursday Nov 18, 2021
Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie a change in their podcast due to an artist effectively cyberbullying us about our previous name "Art BS (business solutions)", after a bit of discussion among ourselves and our lawyer we came to a fabulous decision that is forward-thinking! After all we are Avant-Garde girls of the art world!
Join us in this podcast episode to learn why we decided to rebrand to Artists Soar!
Rise with us! On Artists Soar
Resources Mentioned
Kiffanie Stahle - Attorney who specializes to help creatives.
Information about Cyberbullying - now your rights!
Stephanie: https://www.stephanieweaverartist.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/artfurpaws
Julie: https://www.juliemstudios.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/peacockblueart
Rachel: https://bubblybibbly.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/BBStudioShop
https://www.etsy.com/shop/mothersrecipes
Thursday Nov 04, 2021
Thursday Nov 04, 2021
Rachel, Stephanie, and Jules answer listener questions.
- At what point do you outsource?
- "I'm not a conventional artist...my boyfriend criticizes my art so I hide it in my basement. Can anyone relate to this?"
- "What's your most memorable response to your work?"
If you would like to submit a question for us to consider, please send your questions to: hello@artistssoar.com
Resources or People Mentioned
Stephanie: https://www.stephanieweaverartist.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/artfurpaws
Julie: https://www.juliemstudios.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/peacockblueart
Rachel: https://bubblybibbly.com/
Wednesday Oct 27, 2021
Wednesday Oct 27, 2021
Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss their routines and habits and if it helps with productivity and creativity.
Resources Mentioned
Daily Rituals: How Artists Work
Stephanie: https://www.stephanieweaverartist.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/artfurpaws
Julie: https://www.juliemstudios.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/peacockblueart
Rachel: https://bubblybibbly.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/BBStudioShop
https://www.etsy.com/shop/mothersrecipes
Wednesday Oct 20, 2021
Wednesday Oct 20, 2021
Jules, Stephanie, and Rachel talk over art shows and time-wasters for this year and how to stay more focus and on target.
While we had some pains, we did have lessons learned that will helpfully help you. Here are our tips:
1. Is it a reputable organization. Make sure who you are working with is a reputable company and review its competitors. Julie had a bad experience but the Licensing Expo was a great one.
2. Know your goals. Evaluate what your future looks like to pick the right things to do for you.
3. Evaluate the results. Evaluate anything new you try; and see what works and what doesn't work, then adjust.
4. Focus on 1 thing at a time.
Resources or People Mentioned
Stephanie: https://www.stephanieweaverartist.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/artfurpaws
Julie: https://www.juliemstudios.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/peacockblueart
Rachel: https://bubblybibbly.com/
Wednesday Oct 13, 2021
Wednesday Oct 13, 2021
Do you enter competitions and contests: do they help or make you feel like crap? Julie, Stephanie, and Rachel discuss competitions and contests.
Bottom line: Comparision is growth, it can be painful, but it is not death when you do it the right way. Find people you admire and that you trust to help make you better.
Resources or People Mentioned
An awesome podcast, The Sharpened Artist, hosted by Award Winning Artist, John Middick
Check out Rachel's Pop Art!!!:
Positive Painters Oil Painting Group
Stephanie: https://www.stephanieweaverartist.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/artfurpaws
Julie: https://www.juliemstudios.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/peacockblueart
Rachel: https://bubblybibbly.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/BBStudioShop
https://www.etsy.com/shop/mothersrecipes
Wednesday Oct 06, 2021
Wednesday Oct 06, 2021
Julie, Stephanie, and Rachel talk about their studio spaces. We would love to see your spaces. Drop a comment with a pic of your studio. Below is Rachel's mother's sewing cabinet that she is repurposing in her studio.
Things we mentioned:
Julie M Studios is located in the Historic Lowe Mill, studio 120.
Stephanie's video tour of her studio, the R&R room, and back porch where she gathers her creative mindset. Check it out on her IG TV.
Favorite Tools Mentioned (besides computers :) )
- Art Tube Crimper
- Sienna Counterweight Easel
- Techni Mobili Sit-to-Stand Mobile Medical Laptop Computer Cart, Black
Follow Us On:
Stephanie: https://www.stephanieweaverartist.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/artfurpaws
Julie: https://www.juliemstudios.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/peacockblueart
Rachel: https://bubblybibbly.com/
Wednesday Sep 29, 2021
Wednesday Sep 29, 2021
Is your content ready for the holiday season? Julie, Stephanie, and Rachel discuss Holiday and Christmas marketing tips to boost sales.
Resources Mentioned
Print On Demand Vendors that Integrate with Etsy. If you don't currently integrate with a Print on Demand Vendor, check out Positive Painters' 3 Step Program To Create Products Using Your Artwork
- Printiful
- Printify
- Gooten
Art Marketplaces we use:
- Etsy
- Redbubble
- Society6
Holiday Planning Guide: Available to the Positive Painter Art Business Members. The Lunch and Learn is available to Positive Painter Members only.
Society6 Floral Wreath that Julie Created
5 Recommendations for Holiday Planning Sales:
- Pick a Platform and focus on it - don't spread yourself too thin.
- Pick the platform that maximizes your profits.
- Plan your holiday sales in September and October so you can focus on fulfilling in November and December.
- Prepare Gift Certificates for those last-minute shoppers
- Pre-Order top sellers to help prevent shipping/fulfillment delays.
Follow Us At:
Stephanie: https://www.stephanieweaverartist.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/artfurpaws
Julie: https://www.juliemstudios.com/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/peacockblueart
Rachel: https://bubblybibbly.com/