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How I Started Selling My Art (And What I Wish I'd Prioritised Sooner)

Episode 123 | Paint Rest Repeat Podcast for Artists

In a Nutshell: My very first art sale was to my mum — and that's more normal than you'd think. In this post, I'm sharing the story of how I started selling my art: the things I tried that went nowhere (an unused Etsy shop, boosted Instagram posts, ...

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How to Build an Art Business Around Real Life

Episode 122 | Paint Rest Repeat Podcast for Artists

In a Nutshell: Building an art business can feel like having a second full-time job—especially when you’re already managing paid work, children, caring responsibilities, relationships, health challenges or simply the everyday demands of being human...

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Why You Should Include Art Workshops in Your Artist Income Streams

Episode 52 | Paint Rest Repeat Podcast for Artists

In a Nutshell: Running in-person art workshops can be a wonderful way to earn extra income, grow your audience and connect with your local creative community. But it only works long-term if it's the right fit for you. In this episode, my then co-hos...

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Ideas To Help You Make More Money From Your Art

Episode 21 | Paint Rest Repeat Podcast for Artists

In a Nutshell: There are far more ways to make money from your art than selling originals. Teaching, commissions, prints, products, markets, wholesale, galleries and retailers, council projects and grants can all play a part. In this episode, my the...

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