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Strategic networking and visibility beyond art world centers with La Vaughn Belle (245)

La Vaughn Belle has built a thriving art career from St. Croix through strategic networking, interdisciplinary collaboration, and bold moves like hiring a publicist for her monument project I Am Queen Mary.

She shares how consistent newsletter practice, working with non-artists, and dedicating twenty hours per week to studio time transformed her visibility and opened doors she didn’t know existed. Her approach proves you can build a sustainable career from anywhere.

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You don’t need a gallery, you need conscious connections (238)

Waiting to be discovered is not a strategy. You don’t need a gallery to succeed, you need conscious connections. These intentional relationships expand your reach, bring new opportunities, and sustain your career.

Learn what conscious connections are, why they matter more than ever, and how to start cultivating your own unique network—the one only you can build.

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How to guarantee people remember you with Skip Hill (187)

When Skip Hill said he needed a system for following up with his collectors, I knew I wanted to help.

He was neglecting his important business relationships at the most basic level. He said he was tired of being the stereotypical bohemian artist and ready to hone his business chops. Skip understood that the place to start this new commitment was with his network.

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Overcoming anxiety about making art world connections with Heather Beardsley (160)

Heather Beardsley has managed to transform her social anxiety into opportunities—realizing that real growth could only happen when she overcame the urge to play it safe by sticking to open calls for entry.

Heather has learned to navigate the art world with intention, which has led to her current solo show at the Chrysler Museum of Art. We discuss funding, being prepared for opportunities, and building authentic relationships.

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6 Ways to Be [Even] Happier About Running Your Art Business (155)

Artists who embrace their role as CEOs of their businesses fare better than those who resist it.

Wishing away the responsibilities only leads to frustration and anxiety.

When you decide to turn your art into a business, do it wholeheartedly—finding joy in the journey rather than grumbling about the hard work. It’s a matter of deciding how you want to navigate through life.

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The Art Biz ep. 150: How to Project Confidence Even When You’re Not Feeling It

Every artist who takes risks and commits to creative and professional growth struggles with confidence at some point. It should help you to know that you are not alone.

But confidence in your art is necessary when you want to share it with others.

I share 6 tips to help you project confidence even when you’re questioning your talent and place in the world.

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Networking Errors for Artists

I know that putting yourself out there and meeting new people doesn’t come easy. One thing that might help is to remember that you’re just meeting people. The stakes are low at this point. My best advice is to encourage you simply to be genuine.

Be. You.

Having said that, here are the biggest mistakes you can make when networking.

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Being seen: networking for artists (148)

Meeting people and building relationships is the most important thing you can do for your art career, especially when your goal is to be a full-time artist. You must be social in the real world as well as online.

There is no way around it. You must. Be. Seen. It sounds simple, but I know this is not easy for many artists.

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How to Guarantee that People Remember You with Skip Hill (147)

When Skip Hill said he needed a system for following up with his collectors, I knew I wanted to help.

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The Art Biz ep. 127: She’s the Link Between Artists, Galleries and Collectors with Maria Brito

Maria Brito is an advocate for democratizing the art world for artists, and for collectors who might be interested in buying art but aren’t yet ready to spend tens of thousands of dollars.

We talk about how she works with artists, galleries, and collectors and why she thinks there has never been a better time to be an artist.

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