On this episode we interview Raleigh based potter Liz Kelly. We talk about developing a creative style built on contrast, embracing human’s ritualistic tendencies, leaning into process, being disciplined with your creative flow, avoiding regret, remaining human, and being in charge of your self validation.

On this episode we interview artist, educator, and founder of Drum for Change, Greg Whitt. We talk about pivoting a side hustle into a full time income, the power of rhythm in building community and teamwork, utilizing our senses to better understand the world around us, how to create engaging lessons for multi-generational audiences, and the importance of mentorship when launching a creative business.

In this episode we interview woodworker Ryan Lutz. We talk about embracing professional flexibility during covid to build creative momentum, using broken skate boards to inspire the creation of his first art products, using corporate skills to push your art business forward, leaning into process exploration, strategically balancing multiple wood working income streams, and finding community through art residencies.

On this episode we interview Melbourne-based artist, Danielle Weber, and her assistant Alessandra Di Deo. We talk about balancing muraling and canvas painting, overcoming the "starving artist" mentality, sharing it forward with the creation of The D Collective, the power of delegation, and the importance of focusing on the business side of a creative business. So if you are looking to level up your mural business, facing self doubt or seeking community, this episode is for you!

[Flashback] On this episode we interview Australian visual artist, Anna Price. We talk about balancing multiple art styles, generating new income streams with art products, navigating commissions, having a studio outside of the home, and cultivating an audience on social media.

On this episode we interview Derrik Diza, the Founder of Influential Walls. We talk about creating an artist collective with the mission of helping other artists succeed, the journey of learning the ropes of an art business, the power of niching down, leveraging the need you are fulfilling in your sales pitch, embracing delegation to earn back your time, and being the product of your 5 closest friends.

On this episode we interview the Founder of the Rooted Muralist Conference, Bethany from Riverbank Art Studio and Lauren Cooper! This is part 2 of our conversation where we talk about Rooted, the muralist conference taking place in Texas, on January 2025.

On this episode we interview artist and Community Arts Coordinator Kelly Schrader. We talk about staying inspired through community and service, the power of balancing an art administration role and a creative practice, looking at your past work with softer eyes, documenting the creative process, redefining how to stay organized, and developing transferable skills as an artist.

On this episode we interview the founder of Weird Productions, Lindsay Hebert. We talk about embracing diversity with weird art, creating an alternative to the traditional gallery model, showcasing the unique gifts of local artists, and riding the wave of the creative process.

On this episode we interview illustrator and comic book artist Ryan Oakley. We talk about exploring western and sci-fi themes in comic book illustration, navigating color on a screen, breaking into the comic industry, designing your table set up for a convention, the importance of making art that you like, and embracing human connection through the power of art.

On this episode we interview the host of CreativeMornings RDU, Joel Pominville! We talk about his journey as a self proclaimed “distracted creative professional”, how he joined the CreativeMornings team, the power of using stories to strengthen your local community, enriching your artwork with more life experiences, and the importance of showing up with 100% effort to everything that you do.

On this episode we interview artist and muralist Rachel Castaneda. We talk to her about her journey from the classroom to launching a mural business, how to leverage referral opportunities while you are growing your style and following, utilizing social media for inspiration, and accepting that success is a moving goal post.

On this episode we interview visual artist, author, coach, and the host of the “Art & Cocktails” podcast, Ekaterina Popova. We talk about her journey of art entrepreneurship, balancing multiple income streams, the power of trusting your honest voice, writing down your long term goals, becoming a manifesting generator, and protecting the magic of your work.

On this episode we interview art business mentor and author of the Amazon Best Selling book, Art Money & Success, Maria Brophy! We talk about shifting your mindset around money and pricing, building relationships with an email newsletter, the importance of making murals easy for the client, creating a life you want to live, leveraging one opportunity to create another, and the power of sharing it forward with others.

On this episode we interview North Carolina painter Michele Yellin. We talk about the impact of going abroad in one's creative development, the benefits of working on multiple art pieces at once, finding a studio space that fits your current lifestyle, and watching your work evolve over time.

On this episode we interview hyper feminine artist Ali Hval. We talk about the balance of painting and sculpture in building a body of work, challenging traditional expectations of femininity, making art that feels like a performance, becoming bold in one’s creative process.

On this episode we interview artist and muralist, Sarahlaine Calva. We talk about taking Action before you are ready, evolving your creative style through murals, being selective with commission clients, utilizing technology in your creative process, and pursuing projects you are passionate about.

On this episode we interview interdisciplinary artist Sara Torgison. We talk about advocating for your work in academia, exploring the intersection of ceramics and fiber art, navigating art workshops and figuring out where time exists in your life to prioritize your art practice.

On this episode we interview Artspace’s Creative Director Annah Lee. We talk about shifting one's focus from art making to curating stories, the power of designing the tone of an art exhibition and advice for artists on applying for exhibitions, photographing your work, and the importance of creating a body of work.

A cybersecurity breach is not a matter of if, but a matter of when in this day in age. In today’s episode we partnered with Triangle Artworks to host a Lunch and Learn presentation where local cybersecurity expert, Torrence Reed, talks about how this space may affect artists.