Beyond the Studio - A Podcast for Artists
146 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 136 ratingsBeyond the Studio is a podcast about the business of being an artist, brought to you by hosts Amanda Adams and Nicole Mueller.
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Amanda & Nicole talk Career Transitions: Day Jobs vs. Self-Employment
June 06, 2019 04:00 - 40 minutes - 75.9 MBHear more from Amanda and Nicole on transitioning between day jobs and self-employment, making the leap into working full-time as an artist, how to prepare for making a shift, and embracing seasonal changes. Season 3 East Coast Artists Submission Survey beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Amanda & Nicole talk Goal Setting and Strategic Planning
May 30, 2019 07:00 - 36 minutes - 68.9 MBHear more from Amanda and Nicole on how they're defining longterm goals for themselves, translating these into actionable plans, and staying on track while remaining flexible to the fluid nature of life as an artist. Season 3 East Coast Artists Submission Survey beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Lilian Martinez talks Following Your Intuition, Growing a Creative Business, and Making Connections Online
May 23, 2019 07:00 - 55 minutes - 106 MBHear more from Lilian on learning to listen to her intuition, doing what feels right, how she’s been able to scale her creative business BFGF while remaining a one-woman show, turning internet friends into real-life collaborators, and supporting the creative economy she wants her work to thrive in. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Lilian Martinez talks Following Your Intuition, Growing a Creative Business, and Making Connections Online
May 23, 2019 07:00 - 55 minutes - 106 MBHear more from Lilian on learning to listen to her intuition, doing what feels right, how she’s been able to scale her creative business BFGF while remaining a one-woman show, turning internet friends into real-life collaborators, and supporting the creative economy she wants her work to thrive in. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Part 2 - Wendy Red Star talks Being Self-Reliant, Collaborating with her Daughter, and Sustaining a Full-Time Practice
May 16, 2019 07:00 - 46 minutes - 89.2 MBHear more from Wendy on choosing to say yes to art making, lining up artist residencies, the collaborative practice she has with her daughter, working with both museums and commercial galleries, developing multiple income streams, and how she structures her work like a business. beyondthe.studio Storyblocks Patreon Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Part 1 - Wendy Red Star talks Being Self-Reliant, Collaborating with her Daughter, and Sustaining a Full-Time Practice
May 09, 2019 07:00 - 48 minutes - 93.4 MBHear more from Wendy on choosing to say yes to art making, lining up artist residencies, the collaborative practice she has with her daughter, working with both museums and commercial galleries, developing multiple income streams, and how she structures her work like a business. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Amanda & Nicole talk Self-Awareness, Storytelling, and Creating Community
May 02, 2019 07:00 - 50 minutes - 95.5 MBHear more from Amanda and Nicole on their key takeaways from Art World Conference, practicing self-assessment with the enneagram test, and how we're thinking of growing Beyond the Studio. beyondthe.studio Storyblocks Patreon Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Update from Art World Conference
April 25, 2019 14:28 - 2 minutes - 5.22 MBThis week we're taking a brief break from full length episodes while we're at Art World Conference. Follow along our experience on instagram @beyondthestudio for a behind-the-scenes look at our weekend at the conference. www.beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Book Club - Sharon Louden talks Generosity, Sustainability, and Creative Exchange
April 18, 2019 12:32 - 54 minutes - 101 MBHear more from Sharon Louden, editor of the “Living and Sustaining a Creative Life” series, on finding partners everywhere, discarding old models of dependency in the art world, being a conduit for creative exchange, and furthering the mission of generosity in her books by highlighting the voices of others. beyondthe.studio Storyblocks Patreon Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Dexter Wimberly and Heather Bhandari talk Self-Empowerment and Financial Literacy, and the Inaugural Art World Conference in NYC
April 11, 2019 07:00 - 59 minutes - 113 MBHear more from Dexter Wimberly and Heather Bhandari on why there’s such a disconnect between artists and entrepreneurship, disrupting the current structures of the art world that keep artists without power, the motivation behind starting Art World Conference, and its revolutionary mission to bring financial literacy and self-empowerment to artists and arts professionals. beyondthe.studio Art World Conference Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Marcela Pardo Ariza talks Collaboration, Creating Equity in the Art World, and Staying Flexible to the Demands of Being an Artist
April 04, 2019 07:00 - 53 minutes - 102 MBHear more from Marcela on collaborating with her community, building relationships, creating a more equitable playing field with initiatives like Womxn* Art Handlers, staying organized and having systems, while remaining flexible to the demands of being an artist. beyondthe.studio Storyblocks Patreon Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Katy Ann Gilmore talks Pursuing Art Full-Time, Taking Practical Risks, and Studio Organization
March 28, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 125 MBHear more from Katy on being practical while taking risks, managing her time as a self-employed artist, planning for large-scale murals and exhibits, staying organized with her studio workflow, and expanding her goals in her “five year plan.” beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Erik Parra talks Persevering, Adding Value, and the Importance of Conversation
March 21, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 128 MBHear more from Erik on growing his career through conversation and dialogue, how being a curator shaped his work as an artist, taking a long-term approach to his painting career, hustling to protect his studio time, and adding value to the community. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Jaime Derringer talks Running Multiple Businesses, Prioritizing Projects, and Staying Ahead of the Crowd
March 14, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 130 MBHear more from Jaime on managing her time between her painting practice, blog DesignMilk, Clever podcast, and family life, how she stays at the forefront of design trends and new technologies, advice for those looking to grow their creative team, and how living on Southern California impacts her life. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Desirée Holman talks Funding Large Projects, Working with Institutions, and Staying Connected to Your Deeper Calling
March 07, 2019 08:00 - 50 minutes - 94.4 MBHear more from Desirée on financing large-scale productions, getting out of debt, working with institutions like SFMOMA, balancing family life, and pursuing her inner calling over external recognition. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Mid-Season Recap - Amanda & Nicole talk Burnout, Routine, and Navigating Career Transitions
February 28, 2019 08:00 - 49 minutes - 95 MBHear more from your hosts Amanda and Nicole about what's going on in their own creative lives, a recap of some topics discussed thus far in the season, lessons learned from podcasting, dealing with burnout, establishing routines, and navigating big career changes. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Heather Day talks Social Media, Becoming a Full-Time Artist, and Collaborating with Galleries and Brands
February 21, 2019 08:00 - 57 minutes - 109 MBHear more from Heather on making the leap from full-time artist to building a sustainable career, using social media as a tool for community and collaboration, how she manages her time, work, and team in the studio, growing an online following while connecting with galleries on first moving to San Francisco, and working with large tech companies like Facebook and Google as a fine artist. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Cynthia Tom talks Spirituality, Art as Healing, and Navigating Different Stages of Life
February 14, 2019 08:00 - 56 minutes - 106 MBHear more from Cynthia on using art as a form of healing and meditation, helping others women overcome past trauma through her organization A Place of Her Own, navigating life as a "re-emerging" artist, and prioritizing self-care while doing community-driven work. Trigger Warning: This episode includes brief references to experiences of trauma and sexual abuse, please be mindful as you listen to this episode. 25:59-27:59 references to incest, rape, sexual abuse, domestic violence, d...
Sarah Hotchkiss talks Art Criticism, Residencies, and Creating a Healthy Arts Ecosystem
February 07, 2019 08:00 - 58 minutes - 111 MBHear more from Sarah on being involved in the Bay Area’s art scene as both a visual artist and arts editor for KQED, how artist residencies have led to career growth, the value of saying yes to unusual opportunities, and why being an active participant is vital to the local art scene. beyondthe.studio Artwork Archive Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Emily Gherard talks Motherhood, Being Vulnerable, and Avoiding Jealousy
January 31, 2019 08:00 - 57 minutes - 111 MBHear more from Emily on how being a parent has helped her become a better artist, be more strategic, and solve the time and money equation, how she resists jealousy on social media, and connecting over shared vulnerabilities. beyondthe.studio Artwork Archive Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Juan Alonso-Rodríguez talks Public Art, Presenting Your Work, and Handling Rejection
January 24, 2019 08:00 - 52 minutes - 101 MBHear more from Juan on navigating the public art process, working both sides as a public artist and member of Seattle’s public art advisory committee, the importance of gaining clarity when presenting work to panels, and how to increase the likelihood of landing projects. beyondthe.studio Artwork Archive Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Karen Seneferu talks Claiming Space, Creating Sisterhood, and Building a Platform to Uplift Others
January 17, 2019 08:00 - 53 minutes - 102 MBHear more from Karen on claiming her identity as an artist, how she’s creating space for other black female artists with her curatorial project The Black Woman Is God, and transforming personal loss into giving back to her community. beyondthe.studio Artwork Archive Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Lucy Puls talks Overcoming Sexism, Changes in the Art World Over Time, and Redefining Balance
January 10, 2019 13:31 - 1 hour - 128 MBHear more from Lucy on her early experience with sexism in academia, what has (and hasn’t) changed for women artists today, the impact of technology on artists’ careers, and redefining balance while prioritizing life as an artist. beyondthe.studio Artwork Archive Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Morgan Rosskopf talks Day Jobs, Finding Alignment, and Designing Your Life Around Your Practice
January 03, 2019 08:30 - 1 hour - 127 MBHear more from Morgan on achieving harmony between her day job and studio work, embracing the ebb and flow of her career, identifying art scams, and preparing for her first international solo exhibit. [email protected] beyondthe.studio Artwork Archive Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Bunnie Reiss talks Working Hard, Traveling to Paint Murals, and Living an Unconventional Life
December 27, 2018 09:13 - 53 minutes - 123 MBHear more from Bunnie on balancing a life of travel, hard work, and adventure, the process behind her large scale murals, being thankful for every part of the journey, and giving back to her community. [email protected] beyondthe.studio Artwork Archive Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Windy Chien talks Process, Reinventing Yourself, and Giving Your Work Every Chance for Success
December 20, 2018 14:10 - 1 hour - 133 MBHear more from Windy on putting her own creativity first, getting her work seen and in front of the right audience, and how she’s continually reinvented her life from owning a record store in San Francisco, to working at Apple, to making a living through her art. [email protected] beyondthe.studio Artwork Archive Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
Season 2 Announcement
November 20, 2018 14:10 - 5 minutes - 11 MBTune in December 20th 2018 for Season 2! [email protected] Goodreads beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
Book Club - Andrew Simonet talks Power, Community, and Recognizing Your Worth
July 26, 2018 07:00 - 1 hour - 90.1 MBHear more from Andrew, author of "Making Your Life as an Artist" and founder of Artists U, on improving the working conditions of artists by changing the conversations we have with ourselves and others, starting from a place of power and skill, and what it's like working within the wildly different worlds of contemporary dance and book publishing. Goodreads beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
Updates and an Anniversary
June 15, 2018 07:00 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MB[email protected] Goodreads beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
Season 1 Wrap, Giveaway Announcement, Plans for Season 2
January 11, 2018 18:51 - 8 minutes - 11.2 MBIn this episode we wrap up season 1, announce the giveaway winner, and share plans for season 2! Send us your thoughts, questions, and comments via email [email protected] beyondthe.studio Storyblock Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
Cara Ober talks Turning a Blog into a Business, Finding the Best Resources, and the Importance of Adaptability
December 28, 2017 13:53 - 1 hour - 102 MBHear more from Cara on growing BmoreArt into a fully staffed and sustainable business over the course of ten years, the importance of creating platforms for conversation, deconstructing power dynamics within the art world, and the core lessons she teaches in her professional development courses to artists. beyondthe.studio Storyblock Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
Cindy Cheng talks Teaching, the Freedom of Failure, and Breaks Down the Grant Process
December 14, 2017 08:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBHear more from Cindy on the importance of failure, aligning artistic opportunities with personal values, the process of applying for grants, teaching positions, and residencies, and giving her work the freedom to grow and change. beyondthe.studio Storyblock Patreon Intro/Ad Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
Luke Martin talks Freelance, Leaving School, and Building Creative Friendships
November 16, 2017 08:00 - 1 hour - 85 MBHear more from Luke on designing gig posters for big-name bands, building friendships with other creatives, how working for cheap diminishes the work of others, his decision to leave college, prioritizing mental health, and building a freelance career. Patreon beyondthe.studio Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
Micah E. Wood talks Networking, Artistic Exchanges, and Authentic Self-Promotion
November 02, 2017 13:58 - 1 hour - 88.5 MBHear more from Micah on photographing fellow musicians to develop his freelance career, the importance of creative exchanges between artists, redefining "studio time," authentic self-promotion, and asking for what you want. Patreon beyondthe.studio Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
Amir H. Fallah talks Family, Building Your Own Buzz, and Staying Curious
October 19, 2017 07:00 - 1 hour - 115 MBHear more from Amir on how family inspires his work and entrepreneurial spirit, how he turned Beautiful/Decay from a zine into a fully fledged business, focusing 100% on his art career, finding galleries as long-term partners, building your own buzz, and staying curious. Patreon beyondthe.studio Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
Rachael Hulme talks Marketing, Finding Your Audience, and the Importance of Research
October 05, 2017 07:00 - 1 hour - 83.3 MBHear more from Rachael on being a source of positivity in the classroom, connecting to artists and opportunities online, using research as a tool, marketing your work as a photographer, and finding the right audience. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
Jenniffer Omaitz talks Networking, Developing Your Voice, and Tracking Your Goals
September 21, 2017 07:00 - 1 hour - 91 MBHear more from Jenniffer on how she's steadily grown her art career as a painter, installation artist, and bookmaker, establishing herself within her local arts community, developing patience and persistence, and the freedom to weave together her creative pursuits. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
Sara Barnes talks Blogging, Affiliate Marketing, and Taxes
September 07, 2017 07:00 - 1 hour - 92.2 MBHear more from Sara on building her illustration blog Brown Paper Bag, developing self-awareness and playing to your strengths, using affiliate marketing and good money management, and how she discovers new talent. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
Christopher Lin talks Career Switch, the New York Art Scene, and Showing in Galleries
August 24, 2017 07:00 - 55 minutes - 75.8 MBHear more from Chris on making his career switch from researching in a lab to a studio, plugging in to the New York art scene, applying for everything, following the ebbs and flows of the creative process, and viewing the art world as a living ecosystem. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
Michelle Gomez talks Starting Your Own Business, Staying Positive, and Art as Activism
August 10, 2017 07:00 - 55 minutes - 76.2 MBHear more from Michelle on bringing her core values as a community builder and curator into her business Creative Unions, finding joy and love as a form of resilience in today's political climate, and using art to tell our stories. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
Nick Hullibarger talks Budgeting, Being Your Own Advocate, and Finding Creative Mentors
July 27, 2017 07:00 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBHear more from Nick on learning to advocate for himself at an early age, the importance of finding mentors, how production informs his practice, getting tactical about time, money, and pricing his sculptures, and telling his own story. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
Adam Vass talks Collaboration, Being a Self-Taught Professional, and Balancing Multiple Careers
July 13, 2017 07:00 - 1 hour - 91.8 MBIn this episode, Adam Vass of La Dispute talks about turning his creative interests into multiple career paths as a self-taught designer and musician, how he's made a living from collaborating with friends, and his best advice for his younger self. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
Alyssa Nassner talks Publishing, Branding, and Work/Life Balance
June 29, 2017 07:00 - 59 minutes - 82.2 MBIn this episode, Alyssa Nassner shares her insights as both an illustrator AND full-time art director, how to stand out from the crowd in the world of book publishing, the benefit of "branding" your work, and how personal projects feed into professional work. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson
Nicole Mueller talks Time Management, Residencies, and "Cold Calling"
June 15, 2017 05:00 - 57 minutes - 79.5 MBIn this episode, Amanda Adams interviews fellow podcast host Nicole Mueller about her background in art and running her mural business. Hear more from Nicole on building a career as a painter, juggling multiple creative pursuits, applying to artist residencies, building visual habits to keep track of goals, time, and money, and the power of "cold calling." beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson More!
Amanda Adams talks Anthropologie, Craft Shows, and Etsy
June 15, 2017 04:30 - 52 minutes - 71.9 MBIn this episode, Nicole Mueller interviews fellow podcast host Amanda Adams about her background in art, craft, and running her business Close Call Studio. Hear more from Amanda on her career as a fiber artist and maker, getting her work into stores (like Anthropologie!), selling on etsy, craft shows, the moment she began treating her work like a legitimate business, and learning to start before you're ready. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colso...
Welcome to the Show - Talking Business with Artists and Makers
June 09, 2017 17:17 - 15 minutes - 26 MBAmanda Adams and Nicole Mueller welcome you to our new podcast Beyond the Studio, a show for artists, makers, and creative entrepreneurs. We take you into the business side of visual artists & makers, through conversations about the day to day challenges, strategies, and practices that artists have developed in support of their creative work. beyondthe.studio Patreon Intro Music by: Suahn Album Cover by: David Colson More!