Create & Inspire Podcast
43 episodes - Afar - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsThe Create & Inspire Podcast assists small businesses, creatives and enthusiastic entrepreneurs launch, nurture and maintain their business by providing excellent resources, tips & tricks, inspiring interviews/stories. We are passionate about encouraging and helping you follow your PASSION!
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39: Love Art? Create Your Own Arts Education
December 25, 2020 00:03 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MBDo you want to become a better artist but don't know where to start. Have you thought about going to art school but don't have the financial resources or time? If so this video, podcast, and blog post is for you! Since I felt this topic was important and I want you to make the things you love and improve on your craft, I created this blog to showcase both the video episode and the podcast (both a little different but have the same information).
41: 10 Ways to Utilize Digital Marketing for your Business During Tough Times
April 12, 2020 18:45 - 18 minutes - 24.8 MBEpisode Information Numerous people are currently dealing with a challenging time in life and business. It is my goal in this episode to provide you with “10 Ways to Utilize Digital Marketing for your Business During Tough Times”. They will be short, sweet and to the point with links to more detailed information. Quality Website Social Media Email Marketing Sharable Content Quality Content Webinar/Classes/Online Events Social Proof Blogging/Articles Support/Promote Others Be Hu...
40: Why Are Quality Designed Websites So Important?
April 05, 2020 01:36 - 7 minutes - 10.3 MBThis podcast discusses why quality websites are so important for success in connecting with clients and customers. You can view a slideshow for this podcast at: https://youtu.be/RPOB5WkryV8
39: 5 Ways To Improve Your Website's SEO
November 23, 2019 21:34 - 11 minutes - 15.9 MB5 Ways To Improve Your Website's SEO 1. SSL 2. Responsive Site 3. Image Tages/Alternative Texts 4. Broken Links 5. Production of Regular Content
38: How To Use Grief and Loss to Bring Us To Peace By Ignoring The Expectations of Others
November 07, 2019 07:20 - 18 minutes - 25 MBGrief and loss are things that Western society has not fit into its cultural idea of acceptability. Unlike other cultures, we find it very hard to accept the process of loss and rarely talk about death. What to Say (and What Not to Say) to Someone Who’s Grieving https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/14/smarter-living/what-to-say-and-what-not-to-say-to-someone-whos-grieving.html What Not to Say to Someone Who is Grieving | Kay Warren https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyQMh9j56r4 We don't "mo...
37: Are We There Yet? The Destructive Power of Impatience on Life & Success
October 23, 2019 04:30 - 10 minutes - 13.9 MBBe wary of living most of your life in the moment outside of the present because you will end up dwelling on things in the distant future and waste the only power you really have- the power of now.
37: Are We There Yet? The Destructive Power of Impatience on Life & Sucess
October 23, 2019 04:30 - 10 minutes - 13.9 MBBe wary of living most of your life in the moment outside of the present because you will end up dwelling on things in the distant future and waste the only power you really have- the power of now.
36: 8 Ways to Stay Creative While Dealing with a Chronic Illness (Mental/Physical) or a Disease
October 15, 2019 05:22 - 17 minutes - 23.4 MBSHOW DETAILS 1. Be compassionate towards yourself and limitations. 2. Try not to overdo it when you feel good. 3. You can always work on ideas even if you execute them right now. 4. Understand you are more creative when you are tired and worn out and not at our best. 5. Be adaptive. 6. Do something that is collectively creative. 7. Recognize even healthy people have issues around creativity in general. 8. Little successes are everything, You did one brush stroke – good. You thought ...
35: 6 Tips to Help You Navigate the Facebook Algorithm
October 10, 2019 00:57 - 12 minutes - 16.9 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE In Episode 35 I give you 6 tips to help you navigate Facebook's ever-changing Algorithm. These tips will help your posts have better visibility and connection with your audience. SHOW LINKS MyModern.Met Canva Think & Destroy Podcast
34: 6 Tips to Sell Artwork for Effectively on the Internet
October 01, 2019 16:53 - 12 minutes - 17.8 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE Episode 34 shares 6 pointers to help artists sell their artwork more effectively online. SHOW QUOTES “Gratitude is the healthiest of all human emotions. The more you express gratitude for what you have, the more likely you will have even more to express gratitude for.” – Zig Ziglar SHOW LINKS How to Take Great Photographs of Artwork
33: How Can Artists/Creatives Deal with the Intense Political Climate
October 01, 2019 16:48 - 7 minutes - 10.9 MBSocial Media has become a platform for individuals to stand vehemently on their soapboxes and share their voices. I would like to share my thoughts - thank you in advance for reading. I don’t speak out much about social issues on this professional profile, however, I feel I have some things I would like to share. Maybe more understanding of the people around us, opening up discussions between people and agreeing to disagree would help us come to a more loving place where there are less divis...
32: The Importance of Business Cards & 5 Ways You Can Improve Them
October 01, 2019 16:42 - 12 minutes - 17.5 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE The importance of business cards is often overlooked now that we rely so heavily on the digital age of communication and connecting. In this episode, I provide 3 reasons business cards are still important as well as providing 5 ways to improve your business card design. SHOW QUOTES “To think creatively, we must be able to look afresh at what we normally take for granted.” – George Kneller SHOW LINKS Why You Need A Professional Portfolio & Website 30 Unconventional Bus...
31: Why Titling Your Artwork is Important
October 01, 2019 15:51 - 7 minutes - 10.3 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE Titling is an important aspect of the creative process and we will give you a few reasons why you should consider a unique or creative title. SHOW QUOTES “You named your sword Fire? Fire? What kind of a boring name is that? You might as well name your sword ‘Blazing Blade’ and be done with it. Fire indeed. Humph. Wouldn’t you rather have a sword called Sheepbiter or Chrysanthemum Cleaver or something else with imagination?” ― Christopher Paolini
30: Help! A Gallery Won’t Give My Art Back
October 01, 2019 15:47 - 10 minutes - 13.8 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE Have you shipped work to the gallery, and can’t seem to get them to send your work back? Has there been a lack in communication, no communication at all or have you been given the runaround? If so, in this episode we give you some ways to help you work with the gallery in getting your work back safe and sound. Sometimes it’s a simple miscommunication, or confusion about a contract however other times it can be a very difficult and upsetting situation. SHOW QUOTES “Chari...
29: Create & Inspire 30 Day Creative Challenge
October 01, 2019 15:45 - 9 minutes - 13.5 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE Today we talk about the Create & Inspire 30 Day Creative Challenge. Join us for the month of October! SHOW QUOTES Creativity involves breaking out of established patterns in order to look at things in a different way. – Edward de Bono The comfort zone is the great enemy to creativity; moving beyond it necessitates intuition, which in turn configures new perspectives and conquers fears. – Dan Stevens SHOW LINKS Foster A Pet
28: Unconventional Ways to Created A Dedicated Creative Space
October 01, 2019 15:42 - 10 minutes - 14.7 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE As creative people, we need a space to be creative and make things, and all the better if it’s a dedicated creative space and not the kitchen table. In this episode, we give you some unconventional space ideas to help you carve out ideas to help create your own dedicated space. We show you how any space, big or small can be transformed into an area all your own. SHOW QUOTES My studio has a personality of its own. It can be a monstrous clutter from one end to the other ...
27: 6 Tips To Help You Self Promote Effectively
October 01, 2019 15:40 - 14 minutes - 20.1 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE In this episode we talk about self promotion and how to use it to better further your career. Many artists and creatives don’t want to partake in self-promotion since it can seem ego-driven or very self-serving, however, it is a vital part of building a career. Here are some tips on how to better self promote and why it’s important. Also, we are sharing with you our 30 Day Creative Challenge which starts Oct 31st, 2014. SHOW QUOTES It’s the repetition of affirmations t...
26: Honoring the Human Spirit on 9/11
September 27, 2019 17:42 - 4 minutes - 5.68 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE Today marks the 13th anniversary of the tragedy of the world Trade Center. This episode we take a short moment to reflect on that day. We will be back to our regularly scheduled program next week. SHOW QUOTES Beginning today, treat everyone you meet as if they were going to be dead by midnight. Extend to them all the care, kindness and understanding you can muster, and do it with no thought of any reward. Your life will never be the same again. – Og Mandino SHOW LINKS...
25: Appreciation is the Golden Key to Success
September 27, 2019 17:36 - 17 minutes - 23.7 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE It’s a good exercise to take a moment out of our crazy lives and acknowledge all of the people, places, situations, and experiences that have helped us along the way. What if you woke up tomorrow with only what you were grateful for today? It’s important to note that most people don’t choose to be thankless or unappreciative. Often an unapologetic drive to be successful, complete a task or live a better life means sometimes “living in the now” or remembering those that h...
24: Creativity Heals, It’s Just That Simple!
September 27, 2019 17:21 - 12 minutes - 17.3 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE Art Therapy is not just something that happens in clinical settings, art therapy can be exercised in the privacy of our own homes. It can help work through trauma, loss and as a tool for stress reduction, however, it can also be utilized to express joy, create a memory and/or memorialize something special. Creativity is cathartic and can be used by everyone, at any time! SHOW QUOTES “No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change this world.” – Robin Will...
23: Finding a Good Mentor. What you Need to Know.
September 27, 2019 17:19 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE Mentorships can be an important asset to personal developmental whether it’s career driven or more personal. Working directly with a person that is more experienced or more knowledgeable than you are can open doors, help nurture of new ideas and advancements, keep you from costly mistakes and you could even build a life long friendship. SHOW QUOTES “Do not train a child to learn by force or harshness; but direct them to it by what amuses their minds, so that you may b...
22: Kick Your Creativity into High Gear with Visual Journaling
September 27, 2019 17:19 - 11 minutes - 15.6 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE Visual Journaling (Art Journaling/Creative Journaling/Art Diary) has been around for years and is an activity that can help us be more creative, aid in working through issues or promote happiness by having a fun and expressing ourselves. Visual journaling is often rooted in art therapy to work through trauma, loss and as a tool for stress reduction, however, it can also be utilized to express joy, create a memory and/or memorialize something special. Creativity is cathart...
21: The Challenges Of Following Your Dreams. A Personal Story.
September 27, 2019 17:13 - 13 minutes - 19.1 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE When following our dreams and finally achieving them we often find that they are not exactly the way we envisioned them, however that is life! In this episode we take a journey with host Aunia Kahn as she talks achieving a specific dream, the challenges and what we need to do when we feel stuck or in a place of transition within our own dreams. SHOW QUOTES If I can inspire people by showing that following a dream by working hard and being determined is possible, it’s...
20: How To Secure A Solo Exhibition & Submit A Proposal
September 27, 2019 17:08 - 15 minutes - 21.3 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE One of the most coveted experiences by artists is securing a solo exhibition. There is a lot that goes into this aspect of an artists career, but we got you covered! In this episode, we provide useful information and direction to any artist interested in pursuing a solo exhibition of their dreams. SHOW QUOTES Strive for continuous improvement, instead of perfection. Kim Collins SHOW LINKS C&I Episode 7: Getting You Art Into Art Galleries C&I Episode 4: Why You Nee...
19: How to Identify and Avoid Con Artists
September 27, 2019 17:02 - 15 minutes - 21 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE Con artists are everywhere and in every industry. One of the greatest atrocities of the world are people who feed on others vulnerabilities and naivety with deception and lies. In this episode, I share a couple personal stories of con artists I have encountered, while also providing you with resources to help you avoid being a victim of a scam. SHOW QUOTES The reason con artists get away with what they get away with is, their victims are ashamed of their own blindness ...
18: 30 Inspirational Tips to Artists from Other Creatives (2 of 3)
September 27, 2019 16:58 - 12 minutes - 17.7 MBABOUT EPISODE In Episode 18 we have our second installation of advice from 30 artists, galleries owners, magazine editors, authors, creative business owners, etc answering this question: “If you could give one bit of advice to an artist just starting out what would that be?” This is part 2 of 3. Find the first installation: Episode 8 (1 of 3) SHOW QUOTES 1. Put miles on the brush…or pencil. – Suzy Smith 2. Don’t put your focus on sales. Focus instead on finding yourself, finding y...
17: Be A Successful Working Artist: Art School VS Being Self-Taught
September 27, 2019 16:48 - 15 minutes - 21.9 MBEPISODE INFO So you want to be a working artist that exhibitions work around the world, actually makes money for your creations and enjoys what they are doing, but you are not sure if you should go to art school or keep on with independent studies. In this episode we talk about both sides, give you some advice and tools to help you better make that decision. SHOW QUOTES You have to work your ass off, to be taken seriously in the art world. The world is a university and everyone in ...
16: Marketing Your Artwork/Creations Online
September 27, 2019 16:46 - 18 minutes - 24.9 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE Ah, art marketing! The thing most artists and creatives hate about having a career in the arts. Marketing is so important, however, it’s sadly missed as a part of the everyday process of being a working artist. Most artists and creatives just want to create pretty things, and hope that their work gets seen and sold, but that never happens without some effort in marketing. For example, if you had 100% of a day, it is said at the very least, 20% of that time should be sp...
15: Good Gallery vs Bad Gallery, 10 Expert Tips to Avoid Being Screwed
September 27, 2019 16:41 - 20 minutes - 28.4 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE It’s very common for artists to want to be shown in galleries, but how can you tell if a gallery is reputable or not? Does it matter? Are there warning signs to avoid as an artist so that you are treated well in this vast world of fine art? Yes, there is and I will give you 10 tips to help you navigate your way to working with galleries that will love and respect not only your work, but you! SHOW QUOTES “Your reputation is more important than your paycheck, and your ...
14: Creative Block = Sucks! Let us Help!
September 27, 2019 16:37 - 16 minutes - 23 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE So you’re sitting there looking at a blank canvas/paper or the piece you are working on has become so frustrating and not even close to the idea you had in the first place that the local trash can is looking mighty tempting. It’s common to go through creative block, are we offer some advice, along with some website, books and quotes to help inspire you to work through it and get to the other side – where greatness is just a step away! SHOW QUOTES Comfortability KILLS C...
13: Interview with Artist Power Couple Julianna & Joe Menna
September 27, 2019 16:34 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE In Episode 13 we interviewed artist power couple Julianna and Joe Menna. Julianna is a painter producing highly detail and frighteningly fashionable oil paintings and Joe is best known for his sculpture work in both traditional and digital media and classical drawing abilities. In length we discuss 3D printing and how digital art plays a big role in the past and future of the art world. We also discuss DC Comics, Dark Horse, and how Julianna recently became sponsored by G...
12: How to Effectively Value and Price Your Own Art
September 27, 2019 16:19 - 16 minutes - 22.9 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE Pricing artwork can be very hard for artists just starting out and even those that have been at it for some time. More than anything it feels good to sell work, and feel like you are honored for your talent, however, you also have to make sure you are valuing your time, effort, talent, and creativity with a monetary value. In this episode, we help you with ideas on how to approach pricing your work. SHOW QUOTES Pricing is actually a pretty simple and straight forward ...
11: Interview with Planet of the Apes Special Effects Artist Chet Zar
September 27, 2019 16:17 - 34 minutes - 47 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE In Episode 11 we interview California based artist Chet Zar who is notable for his dark visual art, make-up effects, and digital animation. He is most widely known for his work with Tool’s music and live videos and he designed and created prosthetic effects for movies such as The Ring, Planet of the Apes, and Darkman, but after being unimpressed with politics in the film industry, Zar took the advice of horror author Clive Barker, and decided to pursue his passion of prod...
10: Why to Never Give Up on Your Dreams
September 27, 2019 16:15 - 13 minutes - 18.1 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE We have all wanted to give up at some point or another in something we are doing. When the going gets tough, it hard to now want to throw in the towel. You ask: “Is this even worth it?” In Episode 10 we share stories of failure from some of the most successful and influential people in the world, provide some insightful quotes and resources to help you navigate the feeling of giving up and bring you back to the notion that “presence” is key! SHOW QUOTES A little more...
9: Marketing and Exposure with Google+
September 27, 2019 16:12 - 16 minutes - 22.2 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE Google+ plus still seems very new and also many people are unsure if it’s worth their time, since time is precious and already spread throughout many social networking platforms. In Episode 9 we want to provide some information to help you consider if using Google+ is right for you. SHOW QUOTES As for the data, GlobalWebIndex says that 25 percent of worldwide Internet users are now active on Google+ at least once a month — second behind Facebook (51 percent), but ahead o...
8: 30 Inspirational Tips to Artists from Other Creatives (1of 3)
September 27, 2019 16:10 - 9 minutes - 13 MBABOUT EPISODE In Episode 8 we got advice from 30 artists, galleries owners, magazine editors, authors, creative business owners, etc answering this question: “If you could give one bit of advice to an artist just starting out what would that be?” This is part 1 of 3. SHOW QUOTES 1: Follow your heart, not your wallet. – Martine Johanna 2: Make a 5 year plan and write down what your goal is. Be conscious of who you are making art for and why. – Tina Imel 3: To educate yourself...
7: Getting Your Art Exhibited in Galleries
September 27, 2019 16:07 - 14 minutes - 20.3 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE In Episode 7 we discuss how to get artwork into galleries as either a represented artist or part of an exhibition. We also talk about how to approach galleries, some things to avoid, juried vs invitational exhibitions, and much more. SHOW QUOTES I no longer believed in the idea of soul mates, or love at first sight. But I was beginning to believe that a very few times in your life, if you were lucky, you might meet someone who was exactly right for you. Not because he ...
6: Interview with Jim Mckenzie
September 27, 2019 16:05 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MBABOUT THIS EPISODE We interview Jim Mckenzie who is a New York based director, designer, and animator for TV shows, commercials, and films as well as an established painter, sculptor, musician about upcoming his solo show at Copro Gallery, and his visions as a creator. SHOW QUOTES I know one thing: that I know nothing – Socrates Tweet This LINKS Jim’s Website Copro Gallery Chet Zar The Making of King Gordo Video
5: Fear in Association with Creativity
September 27, 2019 15:55 - 13 minutes - 18.7 MBABOUT THE EPISODE In Episode 5 we discuss fears associated with being a creative person. We touch on specific fears, what you can do about them and ways to move past them. SHOW QUOTES I believe so much in the power of performance I don’t want to convince people. I want them to experience it and come away convinced on their own. – Marina Abramovic “The unreal is more powerful than the real. Because nothing is as perfect as you can imagine it. Because of its only intangible ideas, concep...
4. Why You Need A Professional Portfolio & Websites
September 27, 2019 15:53 - 11 minutes - 16.3 MBABOUT EPISODE In Episode 4 we touch base on what it means to have an online professional portfolio. We talk about hosting, urls, WordPress, SEO, CMS, and how important it is to have a portfolio that best showcases your best more relevant work. SHOW QUOTES The lavish presentation appeals to me, and I’ve got to convince the others. – Freddie Mercury SHOW LINKS Wix, Weebly, WordPress, Squarespace
3. Constructive Criticism VS Criticism
September 27, 2019 15:36 - 10 minutes - 14 MBABOUT EPISODE It’s important to understand that not all criticism is bad. Episode 3 takes a look at constructive criticism VS criticism. SHOW QUOTES Do you have enemies? Good. That means you’ve stood up for something, sometime in your life. – Winston Churchill Criticism, like rain, should be gentle enough to nourish a man’s growth without destroying his roots. – Frank A. Clark SHOW LINKS How to Deal with Criticism Well: 25 Reasons to Embrace It
2: Scarcity and Abundance in the Art World
September 27, 2019 15:32 - 7 minutes - 10.9 MBIra Glass Video on “Good Taste” “Nobody tells this to people who are beginners, I wish someone told me. All of us who do creative work, we get into it because we have good taste. But there is this gap. For the first couple years, you make stuff, it’s just not that good. It’s trying to be good, it has potential, but it’s not. But your taste, the thing that got you into the game, is still killer. And your taste is why your work disappoints you. A lot of people never get past this phase, they...
1: Introduction to Create & Inspire
September 27, 2019 15:24 - 11 minutes - 13.5 MBABOUT EPISODE Host Aunia Kahn tells you the story of her life, and how she has taken her inspirational lectures and turned them into a Podcast to inspire other creative people.. Create and Inspire is a Podcast hosted Aunia Kahn, that shares tips, tricks, and advice to help you MANIFEST your DREAMS.