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Debbi Homola acrylic painting

When you want to sell more original art (257)

Selling products—giclées, pillows, notebooks—can be a smart move for many artists. But if you’ve been asking yourself how to sell more of your original art, something might need to shift.

This episode draws on a background in museum work to explore what actually gets in the way of selling originals, why the mindset piece matters as much as the tactics, and two practical moves that help you lead with what matters most.

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Bonny Leibowitz installation

Practicing steady confidence as an artist (253)

After 23 years teaching artists, I realized something uncomfortable: I’ve been contributing to information overwhelm. The problem isn’t that you don’t know enough—it’s building confidence to act on what you already know.

This episode reveals the confidence killers that derail your plans and six practical ways to build the steady foundation you need to keep showing up for your art business.

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Richard Rumble watercolor painting

Why Every Artist Needs a Brand Kit (239)

As an artist, you thrive on creative expression, but that same impulse can sabotage your marketing. Without a system, your materials end up scattered and confusing for collectors.

The solution isn’t more design tricks. I t’s a brand kit rooted in your identity. In this episode, I explain why identity comes before design, and how a brand kit can build trust while saving you time and energy.

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Cathy Wagstaff mixed media

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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Temo collage

Remove barriers to buying your art (237)

When buyers fall in love with your art, are you making it easy for them to say Yes? In this solo episode of *The Art Biz*, I talk about how to remove barriers in the buying process—those extra clicks, missing prices, or unanswered questions that cost you sales.

Learn how clarity, ease, and trust turn casual admirers into collectors, and challenge yourself to audit your own buyer’s journey.

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Still life painting of blue-and-white porcelain with white flowers and a lamp.

Clean your email list to improve deliverability and engagement (236)

Most artists focus on growing their email list—but what if the real power comes from trimming it? In this episode of The Art Biz, I share why cleaning your email list is essential for improving deliverability rates, boosting engagement, and building a more confident marketing practice.

Learn when it’s time to remove inactive subscribers and how doing so creates space for genuine connection and sustainable growth.

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Cynthia Malmud textile hanging

It’s not your job to worry about adding to the noise (233)

Tired of overthinking every post and wondering if you’re just adding to the noise? You’re not alone. And you’re not the noise.

This episode calls out the perfectionism hiding behind “quality over quantity” and reminds you what your real job is: to show up, share the work, and let the right people catch on. No false hype, no algorithm games, just honest strategy and a clear path forward for thoughtful artists.

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