Hi there, fellow artists! I'm Ros Gervay, your go-to gal for navigating the wild world of art business. Whether you’re just getting started or already growing your creative practice, I’m here to help you build confidence, sell your work, and run a fulfilling art business that actually pays you.

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The Hard Truth You Need To Hear

This week, my Voxer support was buzzing with the same burning question: How do I make more money from my art? One artist even asked, “Ros, were you just born with a knack for business, or did you have to learn it?” That question hit me. Because the truth is, most artists weren’t taught how to run a business—we had to figure it out the hard way. And yes, I absolutely had to learn it too.

Now, I could have rattled off a quick answer, but I wanted to dig deeper. Why was she asking? Turns out, her inner critic was on a rampage, casting doubts on her ability to thrive in the art world. Sound familiar? That pesky inner voice loves to rain on our parade, especially when we're on the brink of greatness

What Was Learned

As we chatted through Voxer, a harsh reality emerged: shaky foundations lead to shaky outcomes. You can have the fanciest art on the block, but if your business basics are off-kilter, you're setting yourself up for failure. And let's get real for a second – business is all about making money. If you want to make a living from your art, you've got to get comfortable with money.

Now, I'll admit it – talking about money used to make me break out in a cold sweat. But here's the cold, hard truth: you can't afford to sweep it under the rug.

What You Can Do

Ready to flip the script? Here are two game-changing steps to get you on the path to financial freedom:

1. Know Your Numbers: Take a deep dive into your finances and figure out exactly how much money you need to bring in to support your dream lifestyle. Without knowing your numbers, you're flying blind – and trust me, that's a recipe for stress and frustration.

2. Schedule Money Dates: Let's make Mondays your new BFF. Use this time to take stock of your income (no matter how big or small), separate it into different accounts (tax, salary, profit – you know the drill), and pay those pesky bills. It's not glamorous, but it's the key to keeping your cash flow in check.

Ready to take the leap and transform your art business?

Join Art for the Heart — let's make your art dreams a reality, one brushstroke at a time.

Remember, the sky's the limit when you've got the right tools and a sprinkle of artistic magic.

Keep creating, rockstars!

Ros Gervay x