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Creative Thursday with Marisa

298 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 54 ratings

Marisa Anne Cummings, a Los Angeles based artist + author + entrepreneur, actually started the Creative Thursday podcast in 2006. What? what! how is that even possible? And yes! she wishes she had kept it going after all these years. Yet as a small business owner, maybe you can relate? choices needed to be made, and a passion for painting and continuing to build her art business became her focus. Cut to over a decade later, armed with SO many more lessons learned, and a - can no longer be suppressed - desire to share them with you! Marisa is ready to make a return to one of the first creative mediums she loved, podcasting! Even more fired up than before, Marisa is looking forward to picking up where she left off on her creative journey through both - one her favorite things to do - having thoughtful, inspiring, keeping it real, conversations with fellow Creatives + Business Owners along with offering her own perspective as an artist and entrepreneur, traversing this online world. We’re talking everything from life + business + creativity + entrepreneurship.

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232 3 Myths about Online Teaching for Creatives

April 22, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 77.7 MB

Last week, I talked about how online teaching helped me transform my business and discover a powerful tool for growing revenue.  This week we're back on Clubhouse, delving into some of the myths behind online teaching for Creatives.  Do you feel the nudge to share what you know and love with someone else or is Imposter Syndrome creeping in.  Could this be a good option for you? Listen on to learn more! If your curiosity is peaked! maybe you are thinking about adding recurring revenue t...

231 Adding Revenue with Online Teaching, is it Right for You?

April 15, 2021 07:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

Artists and entrepreneurs are always looking for ways to expand. This is incredibly important to growing a profitable business, as proven by the unpredictable rollercoaster that was 2020.  In order to not only survive but thrive in business, you want to plan for adding additional revenue streams. This episode delves into three reasons why online teaching might be something to consider as an alternate source of income. While it may not be for everyone, you might be surprised at how it can...

230 Email Marketing for Artists

April 08, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 66.2 MB

Thankfully, this episode recording went a lot smoother than last week. Today's topic is one that often brings up that all too familiar "resistance" for Creatives especially: email marketing. When taken advantage of, email marketing can take a creative business to the next level. Yet it's often avoided! So, what's stopping people? This and more on today's episode.  You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on instagram ...

229 Don't Rush the Process

April 01, 2021 07:00 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MB

In this episode, life happened. Technology failed, mili-second power outages were at play, user error was in also in the mix, and my Clubhouse talk didn’t get recorded. It can be so frustrating to experience hiccups that get in the way of your best laid plans! Though this episode did not go as expected, there’s a great lesson to be learned... Also if you're hearing this first thing in the morning, we're back on Clubhouse today for an episode on Email Marketing for Artists @ 10:10 am PDT ...

228 From $4 for $24K in 4 Weeks (part 3)

March 25, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 73.7 MB

Welcome to another Clubhouse episode of the podcast! Part 3 in my 3 part series around Selling Your Work as an Artist. In this episode, we're getting straight into the nitty-gritty and chatting everything numbers. While I don't usually talk transparently about the numbers, it's time. I've had an incredible start to 2021 with my business. In this episode, I'm taking you back to the beginning of my Artist's journey, when I sold my first card for $4, and how that moment lead to where I am...

228 From $4 for $24K in 4 Weeks

March 25, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 73.7 MB

Welcome to another Clubhouse episode of the podcast! Part 3 in my 3 part series around Selling Your Work as an Artist. In this episode, we're getting straight into the nitty-gritty and chatting everything numbers. While I don't usually talk transparently about the numbers, it's time. I've had an incredible start to 2021 with my business. In this episode, I'm taking you back to the beginning of my Artist's journey, when I sold my first card for $4, and how that moment lead to where I am...

#227 Selling Your Work, What's Your Story?

March 18, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MB

It's official, my first Clubhouse recorded podcast!  Passionate about changing that narrative, Since 2010 when I first posted about the concept of a Thriving Artist on my blog, not only for myself as a Self-Taught Artist but for every Artist I have the opportunity to come in contact with. That's why in this episode, I open up about my truths around selling and making money as an an Artist. The episode is at the top and then if you'd like to hear the conversation that followed with a nu...

#227 Selling Your Work, What's Your Story? (part 2)

March 18, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MB

It's official, my first Clubhouse recorded podcast!  Passionate about changing that narrative, Since 2010 when I first posted about the concept of a Thriving Artist on my blog, not only for myself as a Self-Taught Artist but for every Artist I have the opportunity to come in contact with. That's why in this episode, I open up about my truths around selling and making money as an an Artist. The episode is at the top and then if you'd like to hear the conversation that followed with a nu...

226 The BEST Advice to Sell Your Art (part 1)

March 11, 2021 08:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

With endless "advice" opinions and guidance, out there how do you really know what will work for you, your Art practice + business. 2 tips for you on this Creative Thursday, with more to come! I'll see you today @ 11 am PST on Clubhouse @marisa anne   Join me for the Sell A Piece of Art this Week Challenge starting Monday, March 22 sellmyartthisweek.com   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on instagram...

226 The BEST Advice to Sell You Art (part 1)

March 11, 2021 08:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

With endless "advice" opinions and guidance, out there how do you really know what will work for you, your Art practice + business. 2 tips for you on this Creative Thursday, with more to come! I'll see you today @ 11 am PST on Clubhouse @marisa anne   Join me for the Sell A Piece of Art this Week Challenge starting Monday, March 22 sellmyartthisweek.com   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on instagram...

225 How to Make Decisions You can Trust with Intuition Expert Lisa K.

March 04, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 64.8 MB

Fully trusting your decisions, in every area of your life? How does that sound! In today's episode, my special guest, Intuition Expert, Lisa K. shares some of the BEST practical guidance and tips on exactly how to recognize when your intuition is guiding you, and how to listen.   Learn more and find all things Lisa K. at https://lmk88.com/ You can purchase her beautiful new Intuition deck at: https://www.lmk88.com/member/product/intuition-inspiration-cards/   You can find al...

224 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

February 25, 2021 08:00 - 31 minutes - 14.4 MB

Do you feel it? Are you diving into the pool or sitting on the edge waiting to get permission to jump in. I share in this episode why I believe Imposter Syndrome is experienced by so many today, Creatives especially and what you can do to overcome it. If you see this episode in time, join me a special guest over on Clubhouse today, Thursday February 25 @ 10:30 am PST where we will take this conversation further.   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethurs...

Artists, is Clubhouse for you? Let's discuss!

February 18, 2021 08:00 - 47 minutes - 21.9 MB

I mean EVERYONE, is Clubhouse for you? and especially my Artists. 7 days in this my first review of Clubhouse. Is this (yet) another (audio only) platform that is worth your time? especially if you're a visual Artist. No eye rolling just yet, ok? Listen in and join me to continue this conversation @4 pm PST on Clubhouse @marisaaanne What if we get to take this podcast conversation further...!

223 Artists, is Clubhouse for you? Let's discuss!

February 18, 2021 08:00 - 47 minutes - 21.9 MB

I mean EVERYONE, is Clubhouse for you? and especially my Artists. 7 days in this my first review of Clubhouse. Is this (yet) another (audio only) platform that is worth your time? especially if you're a visual Artist. No eye rolling just yet, ok? Listen in and join me to continue this conversation @4 pm PST on Clubhouse @marisaaanne What if we get to take this podcast conversation further...!

Retiring Creative Thursday...all the details behind this Decision

February 11, 2021 08:00 - 31 minutes - 14.2 MB

There’s been some confusion about what I mean when I say retire. 😅 I made a big announcement to my email friends last Sunday… March 7, 2007 is my Working Artist Anniversary and it was exactly 14 years ago this year, that I started making a living with my Art, and this is also the year I've decided that March 7th I'm retiring Creative Thursday. Not to worry! This isn’t the end of my business or me creating Art, it’s a new chapter and I’m explaining the details here on the podcast. You...

222 Retiring Creative Thursday...all the details behind this Decision

February 11, 2021 08:00 - 31 minutes - 14.2 MB

There’s been some confusion about what I mean when I say retire. 😅 I made a big announcement to my email friends last Sunday… March 7, 2007 is my Working Artist Anniversary and it was exactly 14 years ago this year, that I started making a living with my Art, and this is also the year I've decided that March 7th I'm retiring Creative Thursday. Not to worry! This isn’t the end of my business or me creating Art, it’s a new chapter and I’m explaining the details here on the podcast. You...

221 Don't Rush The Timing

February 04, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 10.7 MB

What's with all the rushing? Ambition, dedication, focus I get. Rushing, I've learned, actually slows your progress down. Do you trust the process? or do you feel like you're always trying to get to that next place on the journey? On this birthday, I'm sharing with you new discoveries on time and right timing.   12 days Art postcards and uplifting messages delivered to your inbox this Februrary. Join me for the 12 Days of LOVE   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thu...

220 My Most Liked Instagram Post Ever

January 28, 2021 15:52 - 24 minutes - 11.2 MB

3 Social Media Marketing Tips for you! especially for my Artists. These are the steps that can lead to a viral post, and Art sales.   Join me for 12 Days of LOVE! Click here, to purchase your own Bernie & Mittens + Creative Thursday Characters print. You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday        

219 "Be Brave Enough to Be The Light"

January 21, 2021 22:22 - 20 minutes - 9.31 MB

A slice of life, this episode is recorded in real time today, the day after the Inauguration with thoughts on the beautiful, inspiring and profound words from the L.A. Poet Amanda Gorman. The ripple effect of these words shared on a new day in our country was powerful.  Today while it's fresh in my mind, the start of a new chapter in so many way I want to share with you my interpretation of Amanda's words, that has lead to a renewed promise to you, my listener as I continue to share here...

218 Transforming your To Do List into a Done List

January 14, 2021 08:00 - 17 minutes - 7.94 MB

This one shift of how keep track of my daily priorities transformed my To Do List into a Done List. Join me for the Successful Artist's Planning Challenge to create your Profitable Plan for 2021. There's still a few days left to join the Challenge https://profitable-artists.shinepages.com/   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

217 So You Want to Sell More Art This Year? This is How

January 07, 2021 08:00 - 25 minutes - 11.8 MB

It's time to turn your dreams into a reality. After years of running my own business, and having the opportunity to support Artists building their businesses, the often overlooked step I share with you in this episode, this is where you start.  Tune in to learn about what I'm calling the new non-negotiable to starting and growing an online business. Join me for the Successful Artist's Planning Challenge to create your Profitable Plan for 2021. We start Monday, January 11. https://profi...

216 How Do You Want to Feel in 2021?

December 31, 2020 08:00 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MB

Have you heard of the "Be Do Have Model"? Continuing on with the planning mini-series. If you're not seeing your plans come into fruition, it might be time for a different approach. Planning is so much more than just putting your goals on a calendar. Let's close out 2020 with a sense of peace, wholeness and taking all the challenges we've faced into an envisioning a new and brighter future, by answering this question first "How do you want to feel in 2021"? Successful Artist's Plan for...

215 Reflect + Renew + Reframe

December 24, 2020 08:00 - 22 minutes - 10.3 MB

As we bring 2020, a year like no other to a close, today we're talking about how to deeply appreciate all of your Successes!  Running a small business, especially one connected to your heart and your Art requires strength, courage and ongoing energy on your best days, let alone the days that are (extraordinarily) challenging.  Keeping your commitment to your craft, your dream, your personal + business growth now speaks volumes about your determination and dedication, and that is to be CE...

Reflect + Renew + Reframe

December 24, 2020 08:00 - 22 minutes - 10.3 MB

As we bring 2020, a year like no other to a close, today we're talking about how to deeply appreciate all of your Successes!  Running a small business, especially one connected to your heart and your Art requires strength, courage and ongoing energy on your best days, let alone the days that are (extraordinarily) challenging.  Keeping your commitment to your craft, your dream, your personal + business growth now speaks volumes about your determination and dedication, and that is to be CE...

214 What Worked, What Didn't in 2020

December 17, 2020 08:00 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MB

The year in review. Wow, 2020, no words. That's not entirely true, I do have a few words about this incredible year like no other in my lifetime, what worked, what didn't, the new perspectives and priorities gained, and the old habits sent packing. Click here to join   the Successful Artist's Plan for 2021 You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

What Worked, What Didn't in 2020

December 17, 2020 08:00 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MB

The year in review. Wow, 2020, no words. That's not entirely true, I do have a few words about this incredible year like no other in my lifetime, what worked, what didn't, the new perspectives and priorities gained, and the old habits sent packing. Click here to join   the Successful Artist's Plan for 2021 You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

213 Three Tips to Creating Your Perfect Plan

December 10, 2020 08:00 - 35 minutes - 16.3 MB

It's that time of year....and whether it's December heading into a new calendar year or not, this is not only my passion bordering on obsession, it's also my new secret to success as a peaceful business owner. Even though 2020 looked nothing like we thought it would, what are you envisioning for your 2021? In this episode, I share with you 3 tips to before you start creating your perfect plan. Join the 12 days of Creativity !   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday ...

212 Let's talk about the Social Dilemma and If I continue this Podcast

December 03, 2020 08:00 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MB

Have you seen this Documentary? Watching this had a profound effect on me, including the re-evaluation of whether I will continue this Podcast. I'd love to hear your thoughts. Send me a message over on Instagram @creativethursday   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

211 How to Get Over a Creative Block

November 19, 2020 08:00 - 16 minutes - 7.46 MB

Moments away from hitting publish on a new painting collection, in today's episode I share with you how made it past all the resistance that came up for me in the creation of this new series. Even after 14 years of painting, I still find myself encountering reasons why now is not the time to be painting, especially when venturing into an entirely new medium, oil paints. This is it, my one tip that gets me through a creative block every time.   Join the preview list to be first to see...

210 Artistic Discovery + Reinvention during a Pandemic with Contemporary Dancer + Choreographer Seda Aybay

November 12, 2020 04:41 - 1 hour - 40.3 MB

"Be Inspiring and go out and Inspire Someone Else" is a message my Contemporary dance teacher Seda Aybay always closes our class with.  You're going to love today's episode. An invitation to discover, reinvent, stay curious, adventurous and to be fully present, especially during times that are like none we've ever experienced. What new creative possibilities are developing that we've not even begun to explore, yet? And if you've heard a call to try dancing or come back to dancing, now ...

209 Finding Certainty in Uncertainty

November 05, 2020 08:00 - 22 minutes - 10.1 MB

I admit, this is a tiny, just a tiny bit of a rant on the current state of our election, after I share 4 of my go to tips for finding certainty in the midst of so much uncertainty.  And yes, I also made Art today. When all else fails, and any other time you want to feel better, turn to your Art supplies. You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

208 Give it a Little Distance

October 29, 2020 07:00 - 17 minutes - 8 MB

Continuing on with the them of finding stability + calm in the midst of chaos. A short and sweet episode with thoughts on what to do when it's just one of those days, or weeks, or years.   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

207 How do you want to feel? with Flamenco Dancer + Online Entrepreneur Rina Orellana

October 22, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 29.2 MB

Dance is Art. Art is Life. And the joy is truly in the journey. As Rina says, Dance with Abandon! It's not about where you're going, but how you feel on the way. This is the story of how a professional Flamenco Dancer, had a greater vision for supporting herself with her career, while being a mom and bringing her love of Flamenco to dancers all over the world.  Celebrating 5 years this month, long before this time where online is one of the only ways we can come together for dancing, T...

206 4 Tips for Stability during Chaos

October 15, 2020 07:00 - 27 minutes - 12.7 MB

And 1 Egg Chair. You'll have to head over to my blog to see the egg chair ;)  As we head into more interesting times on top of already extremely interesting times, I'm going to shift to a new them here on the podcast and it begins with me sharing 4 tips for how I'm finding stability in chaos especially over the next few weeks.   Come spend a Creative Saturday with us! I'm hosting another Virtual Floral Design + Painting Workshop with Alyssa from @apothecaflowers. Click here to get ...

205 This shift in perspective will (also) change your life

October 08, 2020 07:00 - 30 minutes - 14 MB

Do you wish things looked different for you? Whether it's your business, your Art, your finances, your health + wellbeing. Are you blaming others for where you aren't, yet? Are you second guessing your choices and finding fault with decisions you've made? Continuing on last week's theme, this choice, and change of attitude for me, was a tipping point.   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on instagram and fac...

205 This will change your life

October 08, 2020 07:00 - 30 minutes - 14 MB

Do you wish things looked different for you? Whether it's your business, your Art, your finances, your health + wellbeing. Are you blaming others for where you aren't, yet? Are you second guessing your choices and finding fault with decisions you've made? Continuing on last week's theme, this choice, and change of attitude for me, was a tipping point.   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on instagram and fac...

204 Once choice That Changed My Life + My Income

October 01, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 33.1 MB

Question: How do you respond when someone asks you to invest in their gifts? This 1 choice transformed my life and my income. This broadcast was brought to you hot off the presses, spontaneous, with a live audience, recorded from a Facebook Live.   Join us in The Expansive Artists before midnight tonight! https://www.creativethursdaycourses.com/expansiveartists You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on insta...

203 From Art School Teacher to Online Entrepreneur; a Conversation with Sarah Kelly

September 24, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 40.3 MB

When life hands you lemons or rather a year like 2020, with so much uncertainty, insecurity and loss what do you choose? Do you gain courage or collapse, pivot or give-up, choose hopelessness or hope. I know listening to Sarah's story will bring you hope! and inspire you to make similar empowering choices that can transform your life in weeks. You can find all things Sarah Kelly at  SarahEliseKelly.com  @sarahelisekelly and click here to learn more about Sarah's Collage, Connect, C...

202 The Mistake that Almost Cost me my Business

September 17, 2020 07:00 - 48 minutes - 22 MB

Promise me you won't make this same mistake. Today I'm sharing a hard-learned, painful lesson that caused my business to stall. Also, I wish someone would've told this one secret to success that is shared by so many of the top entrepreneurs and business owners! Join us! For the Sell A Piece of Art this Week Challenge kicking off on Monday September 21. Click here to register.   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com ...

201 How I sold $2K of Art on a Train from Paris

September 10, 2020 07:00 - 25 minutes - 11.8 MB

Oh how I wish I was traveling on a train to Paris, right now....I digress. Are you an Artist who wants to make sales in your sleep? on a plane, on a train while you're traveling the world? this is how!     You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

200 Are you Hiding?

September 03, 2020 07:00 - 27 minutes - 12.7 MB

Sometimes we don't even realize it. But if you're being really honest with yourself, are you playing full out or are those sneaky feelings of self-doubt winning! Not anymore! not today! Not on this 200th episode!! Woohoo! We're celebrating with a GIVEAWAY. Leave a review, take a screenshot, dm me @creativethursday on Instagram with your screenshot or email it to me and you'll be entered to win a surprise brand new, have yet to be released Creative Thursday Collector Box! You can find a...

199 Licensing isn't the Answer

August 27, 2020 07:00 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MB

Why licensing, and surface design aren't the answer to becoming a successful, thriving Artist, especially now~ and what is!   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

198 Be Nice with Hollywood Set Decorator (and Finder of Things) Karin McGaughey

August 20, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MB

So you want a career in Hollywood, or a career at all, just be nice. In the shuffle of every day life; and the extraordinary stress that we are experiencing today, spending even more time engaging from behind our computer screens~ the simple gesture of “Being Nice” seems to be getting lost, and it's a value that should never be forgotten. One of the toughest industries to break into, today's episode is the story of Karin McGaughey, a girl from Virginia with a passion for Art and Architec...

197 Pursue What Brings You Joy with Maker + Designer + Author Anne Weil

August 13, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 37.5 MB

So wait, how do you go from a career in Investment Banking to becoming a Mom of 3 and building her dream business as a Maker? An unexpected journey to finding and trusting her creative voice, finding her way back to what gave her joy all along and makes her body hum! Meet Anne Weil Designer + Author + Maker & Lover of Beautiful Things, and Founder of Flax and Twine. Thrilled by clean + simple design, Anne makes things for home, for play, for gifts or for fun and she loves nothing more ...

196 Make it Your Own with Artist + Designer + Master DIY-er Robert Mahar

August 06, 2020 20:33 - 1 hour - 32.6 MB

From taking risks, jumping in to new ventures, pivoting + reinventing, meet Robert Mahar, one of the true Online Pioneers. Robert is an Artist + Designer + Master Teacher of Imaginative DIY projects, and "Making It" season one Alumni. And he's also obsessed (Robert's words) with all things Vintage books + crafts. One of the most talented, wonderful, warm, kind-hearted creatives + teachers, I tell you now~ that immediately following this episode you're going to want to head straight over ...

Make it Your Own with Artist + Designer + Master DIY-er Robert Mahar

August 06, 2020 20:33 - 1 hour - 32.6 MB

From taking risks, jumping in to new ventures, pivoting + reinventing, meet Robert Mahar, one of the true Online Pioneers. Robert is an Artist + Designer + Master Teacher of Imaginative DIY projects, and "Making It" season one Alumni. And he's also obsessed (Robert's words) with all things Vintage books + crafts. One of the most talented, wonderful, warm, kind-hearted creatives + teachers, I tell you now~ that immediately following this episode you're going to want to head straight over ...

Knowing When it's Time to Take a Pause

July 30, 2020 23:48 - 20 minutes - 9.52 MB

An epiphany found in a conversation with a recent guest speaker. A quick message, and a new approach on this podcast day.    You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

195 Knowing When it's Time to Take a Pause

July 30, 2020 23:48 - 20 minutes - 9.52 MB

An epiphany found in a conversation with a recent guest speaker. A quick message, and a new approach on this podcast day.    You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

194 Just Pick a Thing with Writer, Illustrator, Feelings Translator Emily McDowell

July 23, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 40.1 MB

Meet Emily McDowell, writer, illustrator aka feelings translator. In 2012 Emily started making cards because she saw a hole in the stationery market. She couldn't find any cards that reflected her reality: one that included messy relationships, dysfunctional families and her personal experience going through cancer and getting your traditional "get well" card which lead to her create her "viral hit" line of Empathy Cards, and follow up book "There is No Good Card for This". In Emily's word...

193 How to Balance it "All" with Casting Director, Modern Quilter and Author Alyssa Haight Carlton

July 16, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 36.9 MB

(Is it even possible?) as a mom, business owner, and multi-passionate Creative to find balance?  - Meet Alissa Haight Carlton, modern quilter, author, Emmy nominated (Project Runway and Making the Cut) casting director and co-founder of Vital Casting, fabric designer and original co-founder of the Modern Quilt Guild, living in Los Angeles. Join us as we pull back the curtain on not one, but 3 different Creative Industries, from compensation, to valuing your work, to how to choose your priori...

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