The Create! Podcast

Join us on a special episode in which Kat gets to know artist Kristi Kohut. The artist shares about the transition from working in advertising to being a full-time artist and gives us a glimpse into her world.  This episode covers:  Overcoming the fear of putting your work out there Creating your own rules and running an art business on your terms Kristi's work and inspiration Delegating tasks Sta...

On this episode, Kat learns all about creative business management from Ilana Griffo! Ilana's book "Mind Your Business" is a beautifully designed workbook that can help artists and creatives take charge of their career. Our conversation includes: Ilana's Story and how she got to where she is today Time management Balancing personal life and business Leaving day jobs and more! Ilana Griffo is an il...

On this episode, Kat and Alicia address common misconceptions about Instagram and offer tips to artists on how to make the most out of this platform. We share common success behaviors that help creatives drive sales, meet collectors, build a community, and more. On this episode find out: The reason why you don't need a lot of followers to benefit from Instagram Why you don't need to be posting or...

On this mini episode, Kat shares tips on how to handle difficult situations in your life and art career.

On this episode, Kat talks to collage artist Jenny Brown about her journey and how she discovered her artistic voice, overcame adversity, let go of the shame surrounding her dreams and gained clarity in her art career.  This episode includes conversations about: Discovering your creative calling Student loan debt and financial struggle Overcoming depression and more Jenny Brown is a 1996 graduate...

On this episode, guest host Alicia Puig shares top ways you can invest in your art career. Listen to this episode if you recently hit a slump or are simply looking for exciting and even free ways to give your art a boost! www.createmagazine.com/podcast

On this episode, Kat and Alicia check-in after taking a travel break. Alicia shares tips on how to travel without breaking the bank, and Kat shares her experiences with artist residencies. We address how powerful rest can be for your creative career. This episode also includes a brief Q&A at the end. www.createmagazine.com/podcast

Are you struggling to justify why you want more success in your art career? Kat shares her recent thoughts and perspective change around why it's ok to want more. Here is your permission slip to start dreaming bigger today.

Join us for a super inspiring episode featuring one of Kat's favorite artists and role models, Lisa Congdon. If you are worried about whether it's too late for you to be an artist and pursue your dream, listen to this interview immediately! This episode covers: Lisa's journey and breakthroughs Starting later in life Overcoming imposter syndrome and fear Finding your artistic voice Managing your ti...

Kat shares her new perspective shift career and talks about the importance of looking at our life and career as a bigger picture. If you struggle with productivity guilt, anxiety, or feeling like you are not doing enough, this episode is for you! 

On this quick episode, Kat shares one simple reason why she can maintain her art practice, creative business, and other multiple projects. 

Artist and author Austin Kleon shares behind the scenes of his daily routine, the secret sauce to a successful career, and an inside look at his new book. "Austin Kleon is the New York Times bestselling author of a trilogy of illustrated books about creativity in the digital age: Steal Like An Artist, Show Your Work!, and Keep Going. He's also the author of Newspaper Blackout, a collection of poem...

On this episode, Kat and Alicia share their recent experience in New York City during Frieze week. They discuss insights from a talk by Jerry Saltz, senior art critic and columnist for New York magazine. 

On this episode, Kat talks with Jamie Smith about her journey, starting THRIVE and the importance of community and accountability for artists.  "Being artists is very important and often lonely work and it's our belief that to be thriving artists we must make art, meet our people and do the work. THRIVE is a membership community of worldwide visual artists! Our Mastermind program welcomes trans an...

On this episode, Kat has a fun and inspiring conversation with Erika Lee Sears. Erika is a self-taught oil painter who took the plunge to leave her corporate job in order to paint full time.   Learn about how to commit to a daily painting practice, get tips for painting while traveling, set up a perfect morning routine and balance family life.   Links: www.atinyrocket.com www.instagram.com/erikale...

On this episode of Art & Cocktails , Kat talks with Michelle I. Gomez about her entrepreneurial journey and how artists can take back self-worth and gain control over their life and finances. Michelle I. Gomez is the founder of Creative Unions Event Design LLC , the first event planning company dedicated to integrating contemporary art into life's celebrations, she views marriage celebrations as s...

On this episode, Kat welcomes guest Chris Kotsakis to share his journey and the story behind the new art conference, Artistacon. Artistacon is an educational conference for seasoned and aspiring creatives celebrating the creative process and the mentorship of a new generation. A unique and intimate engagement featuring workshops, educational symposia, portfolio reviews, demonstrations, and display...

Kat shares some essential tips that helped her grow her art career, build a portfolio and eventually transition to self-employment while working several day jobs. 

On this episode, Kat shares how she approaches starting a new painting series and offers tips to help you create a plan around a new body of work. Listen to this if you need help getting inspired, figuring out what your art will be about and executing! A Dictionary Of Color Combinations: https://amzn.to/2G4qlIv  

On this episode, Kat interviews artist Shamona Stokes about her creative journey and how she overcame her fear of being an artist. Shamona Stokes is a ceramic sculptor from New Jersey. She holds a BFA from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY. Her iconic sculptures explore the archetypes and imaginary figures of the subconscious. https://www.shamonastokes.com/sculpture/ https://www.kickstarter.com/proj...

Q&A with Kat and Alicia answering common questions about the new project. We talk about why we started the gallery, what we are looking for, how to submit work, best practices and more! PxP Contemporary is an online platform which will connect collectors with high-quality, affordable artworks. We believe in transparent pricing, building meaningful relationships with our clients, providing exceptio...

I want to be really honest with you. On this episode, I share some not so great moments in my journey so far. I get pretty vulnerable and talk about experiences that inspired me to take control of my health and why I made wellness a priority. As a result, I have experienced some powerful breakthroughs in my art career that I want to pass on to you. -Kat This episode is sponsored by Artistacon: Art...

On this quick episode, Kat shares advice and recent experiences working with galleries and how to get the most out of it! 

Join Ashley Longshore and Kat on this special episode. We talk about the hard stuff: working through financial difficulty, not giving up, trusting and believing in yourself during times of uncertainty, staying in a positive frequency no matter what and working with high-end clients.  Sarah Ashley Longshore is a Louisiana-based painter, gallery owner, and entrepreneur. She is the owner of the Longs...

If you are new to the art world and are having trouble figuring out how to submit work to juried shows, publications, art blogs and more, fear not! I have compiled a quick list of tips that I noticed from the curatorial end. I share simple advice to help you increase your chances of getting accepted to that dream opportunity!  More Career Tips www.createmagazine.com/book