My approach & learnings on the business side of things as I forge my career as an artist
This July marked two years since I embarked on my journey as a full-time artist. For those who have been with me, you’ll know it’s been an incredible adventure. I’ve discovered my creative voice, held my first solo exhibition, worked on public and corporate commissions, and even moved across state lines. So much has happened […]
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As a new calendar year starts, I take time to reflect back on the previous year, the art I created, the lessons learned, the highlights & lowlights too. Just 18 months ago, after moving from England to California, I started showing and selling my artwork to the public. As an emerging, early-career artist, 2023 was
I had a great conversation with Prash Raval on his podcast, “Work Life No Balance”. In this candid discussion, we dove into my transition from my corporate job as a management consultant to building a thriving career as a working artist. No frills, no gloss, just an open conversation about my mindset, the challenges, and
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In the whirlwind of life’s many demands, from organizing a wedding in under 3 months to purchasing my first home, my personal life has been the center of my attention lately. Amidst these significant life changes, I’ve had to make tough decisions about how I allocate my time between my art studio and building my
Awards & Artistic Opportunities: Navigating Life’s Distractions With Your Network Read More »
During art festival season, fellow artists often ask me about my booth setup journey. How did I get started? What gear did I pick? How do I hang my artwork? Let’s dive into my booth evolution, from a rushed start to a well-oiled setup. Getting Started: The Unexpected Adventure Back in the beginning, I faced
12 months ago I started selling my artwork to the public. I released my very first collection on my home-made website. As I did this, I was nervous about putting myself out there and how I’d be perceived. What if no one wants my work? What if I don’t sell anything? What if I fail
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As a working artist, I get energy from sharing my experiences, journey and what I’ve learned so far with wider audiences – doing so in conversation with someone else makes it that much more enjoyable! Tune into my interview with Nando at Art of the Bay: Sessions. We talk about how I got back into
The turn of a calendar year is a natural transition point; it’s both a moment to retrospect on the closing year, and to look forward to the future. As 2022 turned to 2023, I applied what I had learned during my time in management consulting to my own small art business. I spent time reflecting
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