Rockstar Mentor
139 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsWelcome to the Rockstar Mentor Podcast Show. Marketing brand strategies and interviews with Sonya Paz
The podcast to inspire you and bring you the kickstart you need to CRUSH it in the fine art industry. We’ll bring you creative insights, inspiring interviews and valuable resources, art marketing along with decades of experience to provide you the strategic approach to unleash your creative talents and rock your inner entrepreneur.
Created and hosted by fine artist and designer Sonya Paz who has single handedly built her own art brand.
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Ep. 084 Workspace Chaos... What's your creative workspace like? Do tell!
January 23, 2018 08:00 - 13 minutes - 6.1 MBEp. 084 Workspace Chaos... What's your workspace like? Are you creatively ready to go or do you clean up every time you work? While we start off the new year getting the most organized we can be, do you have a specific work space? Is this your living room table, kitchen table, sewing room, office...? What is your space like. Do you have a designated place that is all yours where you can create and then close a door to keep your projects ready for you? When are you your best in creati...
Ep. 083 Welcome to 2018! Let's get framed! A creative interview with Marty Hiser of Westwind Frame and Gallery
January 09, 2018 08:00 - 46 minutes - 21.5 MBEp. 083 Welcome to 2018! Let's get framed! A creative interview with Marty Hiser of Westwind Frame and Gallery We are starting off this year with a great insight from Marty Hiser of Westwind Frame and Gallery located in The Dalles, OR. Listen up on the best way to prepare yourself and artwork for this amazing episode. To learn more about Marty and her gallery check and her amazing frame gallery her out! http://westwindframing.com http://facebook.com/westwindframeandgallery Ins...
Ep. 082 Wishing everyone a happy and creative holiday season - Thank you!
December 24, 2017 08:00 - 10 minutes - 4.98 MBEp. 082 Wishing everyone a happy and creative holiday season - Thank you! Looking forward to a new year of optimism and well wishes for 2018! This is a mini episode to say Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all you you Rockstar's that subscribe and listen to the Rockstar Mentor Podcast. The show would not be a success without all of the listeners who tune in and support the show. I feel blessed that I can offer up some advice and words of experience to new artists and established arti...
Ep. 081 Interview with The Coaches Coach, Marc Mawhinney
December 19, 2017 08:00 - 36 minutes - 16.9 MBEp. 081 Interview with The Coaches Coach, Marc Mawhinney Learn from the coach who inspires other coaches! As you can imagine, coaches and mentors gravitate toward other coaches and mentors who offer up some great advice and value. One of my favorites is Marc Mawhinney of "Natural Born Coaches" who hosts his own successful podcast and offers up great insights and interviews by Entrepreneurs for Entrepreneurs. I am thrilled to have Marc on the Rockstar Mentor show today! Information on Ma...
Ep. 080 Interview with American Pop Artist Ed Heck
November 28, 2017 08:00 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBEp. 080 Interview with American Pop Artist Ed Heck Pop Art Chit Chat with painter Ed Heck from Brooklyn, NY I met Ed Heck at International Art Expo, New York City in 2004 and right away we became fast friends as we we both create in vidid wild colored pop art paintings. Ed's simplistic and clever creations are giving people a reason to smile! Listen up as we talk shop on this Episode 080 of the Rockstar Mentor Podcast. Ed's art and all information can be viewed on his Facebook page at:...
Ep. 079 Making the most money you can this holiday season
November 21, 2017 08:00 - 14 minutes - 6.77 MBEp. 079 Making the most money you can this holiday season! Ramping up for the hottest Black Friday sales event of the season I have done my share of art shows, craft fairs, vendor events and more. The best recipe for amazing sales is all in the attitude. Listen to this episode to learn how! Wishing everyone a fantastic Thanksgiving and prosperous sales for your art events this Black Friday weekend! GET THE CRAFT FAIR TOOLKIT NOW! Click here to get the toolkit! Check these episodes ...
Ep. 078 Attention all Crafters and Holiday Vendors
November 14, 2017 08:00 - 23 minutes - 10.9 MBEp. 078 Attention all Crafters and Holiday Vendors Get yourself better prepared for amazing holiday season sales! This week I am going to give you the kick in the butt that you need to get better prepsared and organized with your holiday vendor experience. This episode focuses on the do's and don'ts, understanding the facilitation of these shows and what you need to consider to bring, howe much and to maximize your space and get a better ROI. If you need the extra boost, please listen t...
Ep. 077 A Pocket Full of Chaos. True Confessions of Holiday Craziness
November 07, 2017 08:00 - 20 minutes - 9.47 MBEp. 077 A Pocket Full of Chaos. True Confessions of Holiday Craziness When the floor is coming up and the ceiling is coming down. This week I am confessing about some of my own craziness in my art business. Most importantly I feel blessed to have a job that is my living and allows me to manage my own schedule.... however sometimes this is not always the case! I refer to this as "A Pocket Full of Chaos!" I am an artist and I also struggle with a lot of the things that get overwhelming i...
Ep. 076 Business is Business, Rockstar Mentor is NOT just for artists anymore!
October 31, 2017 07:00 - 18 minutes - 8.54 MBEp. 076 Business is Business, Rockstar Mentor is not just for artists anymore! I have received some great feedback and emails lately in regards to the show. Some peeps have found and recommended the show to non "artists' per se' and the consensus is that the Rockstar Mentor Podcast and mentoring website is for anyone in business! A recent email sent to me from Jodie R. who is a paralegal in the New York area who commutes to work everyday found the podcast and she is pursuing her passion o...
Ep. 075 Interview with Quilt Textile Artist Annette Kelley
October 24, 2017 07:00 - 34 minutes - 16.1 MBEp. 075 A passion for quilting and creating beautiful textile art with my dear friend and quilt artist, Annette Kelley. "A friend is worth a thousand stitches"... I am not too sure who wrote that quote, but the meaning is so evident in todays episode of the Rockstar Mentor podcast! Annette has been creating for years and her quilts and other textile works are an amazing feat to behold. She creates truly from the heart with a vision and a passion. She does not really sell her works, but sh...
Ep. 075 Interview with Quilt Textile Artist Annette Kelley
October 24, 2017 07:00 - 34 minutes - 16 MBEp. 075 A passion for quilting and creating beautiful textile art with my dear friend and quilt artist, Annette Kelley. "A friend is worth a thousand stitches"... I am not too sure who wrote that quote, but the meaning is so evident in todays episode of the Rockstar Mentor podcast! Annette has been creating for years and her quilts and other textile works are an amazing feat to behold. She creates truly from the heart with a vision and a passion. She does not really sell her works, but sh...
Ep. 074 Artsy Interview Pow WOW with Natasha Wescoat
October 16, 2017 07:00 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MBEp. 074 Artsy Interview Pow WOW with Natasha Wescoat and Sonya Paz When two artists chat it up and talk shop on this weeks episode of the Rockstar Mentor Podcast. I am pleased to say that I chatted it up with published artist Natasha Wescoat on the show. I always find it enjoyable to chat about the art biz with other artists. Natasha and I met each other many moons ago in approx 2004 when were were both in the EBSQ eBay art selling art group, one of the first online art sales platform an...
Ep. 073 How to Negotiate like a pro! Kwame Christian Interview with Sonya Paz
October 03, 2017 07:00 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MBEpisode 073: How to Negotiate like a pro! Kwame Christian Interview with Sonya Paz on the Rockstar Mentor Podcast! Are you stuck when it comes to asking for the sale and how to start negotiating? Listen up for strategies and logic to fuel your pitch! Today's episode I have the pleasure to interview new friend and podcaster Kwame Christistian! I met Kwame recently at Podcast Move For more information on Kwame Christian, of the American Negotiation Institute visit him at: Kwame Christia...
Ep. 073 How to Negotiate like a pro! Kwame Christian Interview with Sonya Paz
October 03, 2017 07:00 - 35 minutes - 16.3 MBEpisode 073: How to Negotiate like a pro! Kwame Christian Interview with Sonya Paz on the Rockstar Mentor Podcast! Are you stuck when it comes to asking for the sale and how to start negotiating? Listen up for strategies and logic to fuel your pitch! Today's episode I have the pleasure to interview new friend and podcaster Kwame Christistian! I met Kwame recently at Podcast Move For more information on Kwame Christian, of the American Negotiation Institute visit him at: Kwame Christia...
Ep. 072 Artful Interview with Randal Wark of Yoda for Rockstars
September 26, 2017 07:00 - 43 minutes - 20 MBEpisode 072: Artful Interview with Randal Wark of Yoda for Rockstars Today's episode I have the pleasure to interview friend and fellow artful podcaster Randal Wark! I met Randal Wark back in 2006 at the West Coast Art & Frame show in Las Vegas. At that time Randal was podcasting, loooong before the crazy podcast craze! Here we are 11 years later bringing valuable art resources and we discuss so many great resources and tips for artists and musicians. For more information on Randal Wark...
Ep. 071 The worst habits for artists do and how to fix them.
September 19, 2017 07:00 - 25 minutes - 11.8 MBEpisode 071 - The worst habits that artists have and how to fix this. Today's episode I will be going over some of the worst habits that artists can have and how to correct and overcome these. From failure to launch to failure on following up, copycat artists and failure to build personal relationships. You want to be in the art biz, then let's get serious on the business of art. This episode will reference several past episodes as a reminder touch base on amazing subjects from the pa...
Ep. 070 Inspiration Mashup. What is inspiring to you?
September 12, 2017 07:00 - 23 minutes - 11 MBEpisode 070 - Inspiration Mashup. What is inspiring to you? Today we hear from artists, musicians and the romantic to learn what inspires them. I also want to remind everyone that Hurricane Harvey left thousands of people without homes or with damages homes. You can help the American Red Cross with a donation for relief to help these people. You can text "HARVEY" to 90999 to donate $10 quickly, or visit the American Red Cross website to make a larger donation, every little bit helps, Tha...
Ep. 069 RSM and Podcast Movement 2017 recap, lessons, MaiTai's and takeaways
August 29, 2017 07:00 - 15 minutes - 7.12 MBThis episode is a summary of Podcast Movement 2017 which I attended last week in Anaheim, CA. I had the opportunity to meet many great movers and influencers in the podcast community. This episode is dedicated to all of the great folks that I met and got inspired by! Here are a few of the great people mentioned in this podcast are, some of my San Jose peeps are Lori Krein of the upcoming podcast "Remodel your Marriage", Tina Deane Coddington of the "Healing Business Podcast", Esther Ludlo...
Ep. 068 The right things to do when contacting galleries
August 17, 2017 07:00 - 9 minutes - 4.46 MBEpisode 068 The right things to do when contacting galleries Which Galleries are the best fit for your artwork Today's question comes from Deanna from Connecticut where she asks about how to best seek out the right art galleries for her artwork, how to get a call back and how to communicate with art galleries. One thing I want to point out is how to be best organized with your art gallery submission and search. Keep a spreadsheet and make notes of who you contacted come out when you co...
Ep. 067 Preparing your Basic Exhibitors Tool Kit on a Budget
July 27, 2017 07:00 - 11 minutes - 5.2 MBEpisode 067 preparing your basic exhibitors tool kit on a budget It's always great to find things on sale especially when you're an artist and you were trying to keep things as far as cost to a minimum. Whenever you can purchase items for your art business that are on sale, this is the perfect time of the year to do that. "Back to school sales" at your local drugstore or a variety store will save you money in the long run. Things that you use on a daily basis such as paper, envelopes, s...
Ep. 066 When your art is too hot to handle!
June 28, 2017 07:00 - 12 minutes - 5.98 MBEpisode 66 When your art is too hot to handle Keeping it cool while doing shows in exhibiting your art There's nothing more exciting than creating artwork and selling it to the masses, and in most cases this is a fun and enjoyable setting. As the summer months progress you will encounter days that are a little bit too hot to handle, this episode is to tackled just that and this is your tool kit to make sure you can survive the heat and how to best set your booth up to be comfortable and ...
Ep. 065 Grow your tribe to have the best team for success!
June 20, 2017 07:00 - 23 minutes - 10.9 MBEpisode 065 Episode 65 hiring your tribe... Grow your tribe to have the best team for success! The topic for today's episode 65 we will be touching on hiring. How to hire, when to hire, when is it the right time to grow your team and to select the right candidates to be able to fulfill your desires and expectations. Now it's not easy sometimes because you want to hire someone that is going to be able to take the torch and excel with this job. As an employer or someone who is paying f...
Ep. 064 Schmolitics! Does talking politics effect your business bottom line?
May 24, 2017 07:00 - 13 minutes - 6.14 MBEpisode 064: Ahhhh the heated subject of taboo topics, i.e., conversations of politics, religion and everything controversial. Will discussing these in a business arena affect your customer base? Is your art all about a passionate subject? Do you want to keep your passionate opinions and beliefs quiet and separate from business, or do you like the soap box approach based on who you are and what your passions are. It’s all very individualistic. This podcast is based on my general opinion...
Ep. 063 Gaining Instagram Followers the Right Way
May 09, 2017 07:00 - 21 minutes - 9.96 MBEpisode 063: Gaining Instagram Followers the Right Way, the pros and cons of paid Instagram followers. Be patient and wait for the real deal and work it right. Are you new to Instagram or are you a seasoned Instagrammer? If you are new to IG, then you most likely have already started searching for friends, fellow artists, celebs, musicians, trends and more! It's literally hashtag mania! And when they say a picture is worth a thousand words, they aren't kidding! If you are seasoned, th...
Ep. 062 Elevator Pitch - Your 30 seconds to success
April 25, 2017 07:00 - 12 minutes - 5.87 MBEpisode 062 You Have 30 Seconds to Make a Good Impression Have you ever had an opportunity present itself to impress a "mover and shaker" in the art world, a gallery curator or an influencer and you don't not know what to say, or find yourself rambling on and regretting not being prepared? Everyone, including artists should have an elevator pitch that will knock the competition out of the park! Polish up the skills you need to have the best 30 seconds to impress and be the art Rockstar t...
EP. 061 Return policies and necessary tools to protect you and your art!
April 12, 2017 07:00 - 15 minutes - 7.29 MBEpisode 061 the nitty gritty on return policies and how to protect yourself, your art and your sanity! If you are selling your art and you don't have policies in place you are doing yourself and your business a disservice. This podcast today will help you think outside the box on where your policies are and what you need to do to incorporate them into your business. For the full summary of these show notes visit me at http://rockstarmentor.com/blog and http://rockstarmentor.com/podc...
Ep. 060 Q&A on Having fun while marketing, Art Suppy Destash and Newsletters
March 23, 2017 07:00 - 12 minutes - 5.94 MBEpisode 060: Fan Mail Questions and Answers! We are tackling questions today from Janet in College Park, PA question on how to have fun developing your art business. Jeff from Columbus,OH on keeping extra art supplies that are not being currently used. Should I save or sell and how to deal with this. We also have Sriptii from San Francisco who asks about email newsetter providers, Constant Contact or Mailchimp, what is better based on her budget for just starting out. UPDATE: Mai...
Ep. 059 Successful Followup to Get Referrals and keep 'em Coming Back!
March 15, 2017 07:00 - 18 minutes - 8.65 MBEpisode 059: Commission follow up, how to keep them coming back. If you are fortunate enough to secure a commission from a collector then I congratulate you! This is the first step in building a really amazing relationship with you and your collectors. This is the first step in creating and building a relationship with collectors who love your artwork. I'm gonna give you the five top reasons why it's important to follow these basic rules. 1) Enthusiasm. Your cust...
Ep. 058 You lost all of your Art Images and Photographs! What do you do?
February 28, 2017 08:00 - 19 minutes - 8.83 MBEpisode 058 - You lost all of your Art and Photographs! What do you do? All I can say is that you BETTER back your SH** up! Greetings Rockstars, I cannot tell you how many times I've spoke to business people who have made the mistake that they always regret. Not backing up your work, I am not only talking about artists and photographs of the world but I'm talking about your bookkeeping, your database is your back ups your finances your documentation, spreadsheets and the list could go ...
Ep. 057 When Persistence Pays Off
February 15, 2017 08:00 - 15 minutes - 6.95 MBRockstar Mentor Podcast - Episode 057 Episode 057 - Persistence pays off Baking, designing or painting your way to success! Are you an artist or creative person that wants to learn how to make a living doing what your passion is with a no frill, straight to the point and reults driven program.... then the Rockstar Mentor is for you! I am your host Sonya Paz and I am a fine artist living in Northern California who has been a successful published artist, licensed artist, self represented ...
Ep. 056 - Reflecting on the quality of your image
February 07, 2017 08:00 - 9 minutes - 4.27 MBRockstar Mentor Podcast - Episode 056 If you have ever heard that term: "You get what you pay For", then you will know the importance of working with professionals for all of your photographic and production needs. Last weeks episode 055 featured an interview with Mike Chambers of Picture Element which brought many listeners to ask some really valued questions. After last weeks episode, I received questions, specifically from Patty from Memphis, TN and Charles from San Jose, CA. inqui...
Ep. 055 Interview with Mike Chambers of Picture Element
January 31, 2017 08:00 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MBRockstar Mentor Podcast - Episode 055 I am excited today to have Mike Chambers of Picture Element on the show to talk about photo reproduction, high quality scanning and preparing your images for making prints and limited edition prints. Learn from a professional in the art and photographic industry. Mike brings many years of experience and has worked with artists back in the photo development/dark room days, so he knows his stuff! Capture the true essence of using quality materials and...
Ep. 054 The eSport Gaming Community, Genesis 4 and Digital Artists
January 24, 2017 08:00 - 12 minutes - 5.85 MBGreetings everyone! I had the opportunity to attend Genesis 4 (aka G4) this weekend in San Jose for the G4 gaming competition this past. This event brought in gamers from all over the globe including Sweden, Japan, Canada, Germany, Mexico and thousands from across the USA. My son Ryan had not only been a gamer at past events, this time he was a vendor selling his own brand of tshirts through his business Game Over Customs as a vendor at this event. He also makes custom stickers, game c...
Ep. 053 How long is too long for custom orders?
January 17, 2017 08:00 - 9 minutes - 4.45 MBGreetings friends and listeners, Sonya Paz here with the Rockstar Mentor podcast and I want to wish each and everyone out there a fantastic happy new year and I hope that you are all rolling into the new year with optimist and awesome creative energy I feel optimistic and hopeful for an amazingly creative new year. I want you as an artist to be empowered and to really flourish and excel with your art business and I am so glad that you're here with me today. Today I'll be setting th...
Ep. 052 Happy New Year and the 5 tasks to get you started for a great 2017
January 03, 2017 08:00 - 15 minutes - 7.28 MBGreetings friends and listeners, Sonya Paz here with the RockStar Mentor podcast and I want to wish each and everyone out there a fantastic happy new year. We are officially in 2017. I love it. I feel optimistic and hopeful for an amazingly creative new year. I want you as an artist to be empowered and to really flourish and excel with your art business and I am so glad that you're here with me today. Today we are going to talk about goal setting and positive thinking. As m...
Ep. 051 Re-purposing Art Supplies and Destashing!
December 20, 2016 08:00 - 15 minutes - 7.07 MBEpisode 051 - Re-purposing Art Supplies and Destashing! Greetings friends and listeners! We are on the edge of 2016 and tis the season to be giving, but to be clearing out your unused art supplies, tools, equipment or whatever you have that you've got lying around that you're not using, there is somebody out there that will truly benefit from art supplies that you're not utilizing. That's right! We are artists ... and yes, we do hoard all types of art supplies, and if you're lik...
Ep. 50 Winding Down Holiday Time Crunch and Prepping for 2017
December 13, 2016 08:00 - 13 minutes - 6.4 MBEpisode 50 - Winding Down holiday Time Crunch and Prepping for 2017 Today's episode is to let you know that you can breathe and get caught up for the final wind down on the holiday orders, shipping, exhibits, holiday art and craft shows. We have a collection of questions from Alex, Sam and Deirdre, they are asking what happens after Dececember 26th? This is the perfect time to get your ideas scheduled and prepped for new year. Time flies fast, so get yourself organized and get prep...
Ep. 049 Say bye bye to the Bah Humbug Part II
December 07, 2016 08:00 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MBEpisode 49 - Say bye bye to the Bah Humbug Part II Haters are gonna hate.... but that OK, we don't care.First of all, we are sending condolences to the victims and their families of the recent Oakland Fire that took place in Oakland this past weekend. It was a terrible tragedy that took over 30 lives. So incredibly sad. The Rockstar Mentor podcast is excited to announce that we have another new sponsor. Today's podcast is brought to you by audible.com - get a FREE audiobook download a...
Ep. 048 Say bye bye to the Bah Humbug - Part I
November 29, 2016 08:00 - 16 minutes - 7.78 MBEpisode 48 of the RockStar Mentor Podcast - Part I Diffusing the Negative Crabby Holiday Shopper Tis' the season for a wonderful perspective holiday season, and as much as I don't want to delve into negativity based on some questions I received from a few of you in regards to how to deal with crabby shoppers this holiday season..... ahhhhh BAH HUMBUG! It doesn't matter where you go or what you do or what kind of art you do, you could have the happiest are in the world and eventually some...
Ep. 047 Be a PRO with an Effective Artist Statement
November 22, 2016 08:00 - 9 minutes - 4.5 MBEpisode 047 Be a PRO with an Effective Artist Statement. Greetings everyone! It is starting to cool down here in November much like last week weather has changed to it being cold blustery and rainy out, but I am finally happy that this is boot and sweater weather! Happy November and happy turkey day as we are approaching Thanksgiving this week. I always give thanks to everything I have, Family, friends, health, the ability to create beautiful art for others and I'm honored to co...
Ep. 046 Get the Winning Hand with Cards... Credit Cards....
November 15, 2016 08:00 - 15 minutes - 6.99 MBEp. 046 Get the winning hands with cards... credit cards.... Maximizing your sales with merchant services If you're not taking credit cards now you're creating a disservice for yourself! Hey everyone, Sonya Paz here with the Rockstar Mentor podcast and it is a bright and beautiful day out here with our California weather is bringing us fabulous sunny and warm weather! A couple of quick things that I want to talk about first of all is that due to the crazy holiday season I am going ...
Ep. 045 Polishing Up Your Sales Spiel
November 08, 2016 08:00 - 13 minutes - 6.3 MBEpisode 045 Polishing up your art Episode 045 Polishing up your sales spiel! Greetings friends and listeners, happy November to all of you and I am energized that this holiday season is approaching. Before you know it we will be in the midst of getting lots of orders, ornaments, jewelry, commissions finished with the crazy December deadlines but it's all good. I am Sonya Paz, your host with the Rockstar Mentor podcast. First and foremost, not sure if you noticed but I was abse...
Ep. 044 FMF Beware of Scammers - Yes they're out there!
October 28, 2016 07:00 - 10 minutes - 4.91 MBEpisode 044 Fan mail Friday Question today from Alberta from Menlo Park California "Hey there Sonya I wanted to touch base and ask you if you're ever going to do an episode about scammers and how they prey on artist. I would love to hear what your viewpoint is. I know lots of artist who get scam emails and how to detect them" Thank you, Alberta Hey there Alberta thank you so much for writing in. Well, it is no secret that scammers have been trying to steal money from unsuspectin...
Ep. 043 Ask no questions, get no answers!
October 25, 2016 07:00 - 11 minutes - 5.44 MBEpisode 43: You ask no questions and you will get no answers I am sure that you all have heard this term "ask no questions and you will get no answers" and I will tell you firsthand and foremost is that it's true. If you want to know something, don't expect people to read your mind. If you want to accomplish something you go out and you do it. I will tell you based on my experience that none of the things that I have accomplished have come to me by way of a silver platter. Nop...
Ep. 042 FMF Where has the Music Gone?
October 23, 2016 07:00 - 11 minutes - 5.3 MBEpisode 42 - Fan Mail Friday Today's fan mail Friday episode comes from what Roberta in Seattle Washington who writes in and says "hey Sonya I love listening to all of your podcasts, I hope to get myself started for the holidays selling my mini sculptures. I noticed that when listening to some of the first few episodes you had referenced music at the end of each episode, and then I see you don't do that anymore, I love music and love listening to music while I create, are you going to be d...
Ep. 041 Overwhelm Solutions for a Bustling (and Profitable) Holiday Season
October 18, 2016 07:00 - 9 minutes - 4.4 MBToday's episode is about how to prepare yourself and breathe for success this holiday season. Ep. 041 Overwhelm Solutions for a Bustling and Profitable Holiday Season If many of you artists, are like me, then you think procrastinating is a good thing in regards to being creative... however probably not the best thing when it comes to the countdown to the holiday season. This episode focuses on what you can do to help alleviate some of the stress associated with deadlines for t...
Ep. 040 FMF The magic, the paper and the value of $ 0.47
October 14, 2016 07:00 - 9 minutes - 4.28 MBEpisode 040 The magic, the paper and the value of $ 0.47 Today's fabulous question comes from Stephania in Como, Italy! That is certainly a long ways away and I am absolutely tickled to have received a question from halfway around the world. Stephania's question is in regards to thank you notes, she writes "Sonya my husband and I have been fans of your art since we saw it in Florida in 2007. Since then I have started outdoor painting and have sold some pieces. I really like yo...
Ep. 039 Take That Leap for Success... NO Permission Necessary
October 11, 2016 07:00 - 13 minutes - 6.02 MBEp. 039 Take That Leap for Success... NO Permission Necessary Just do it! Greetings friends and listeners If you are now tuning into this episode then I just want to let you know that my name is Sonya Paz, I am a professional artist, entrepreneur, shameless self marketer, I have created my own product line and owned my own Galleries. In 2012 I decided to close my huge gallery that I had in downtown Campbell, CA and go back to the "studio by appointment" business model. I was a tad bu...
Ep. 038 FMF Jewelry Displays to make an impression and sell lots!
October 07, 2016 07:00 - 16 minutes - 7.73 MBEpisode 38 Fanmail Friday Today's question comes from Paula in New Brunswick New Jersey Who is a new jewelry maker in there and has questions about her display. She writes in "Hi Sonya, I am a polymer clay jewelry artist and I am starting to get ready for holiday craft shows in my my town. I'm trying to figure out the best way to display my jewelry and I see a lot of other jewelers with white elaborate set ups. What would you recommend for someone just starting out?" (correction, I recite...
Ep. 037 Communication awesomeness to rock your business
October 04, 2016 07:00 - 12 minutes - 5.87 MBRockstar Mentor - Episode 037 It has been one heck of a crazy weekend and dealing with all kinds of challenges technical and mechanical I might be a little bit on the punchy side today. .... But that's OK, I am your art coach, it is my job to push back and it is my job to get a little bit in your face so with that said.... Today's topic focuses on the way we communicate. I want to just point out that this information I am providing to you today is not necessarily only for artist this is ...