the sparkling creative

Some days I hate AI. Other days I'm like, oh, this is fucking amazing. In this episode, I'm sharing where I am in my own exploration of AI right now: how I'm actually using it in my work and business, where it genuinely saves me time, where I think it can give tiny businesses access to capabilities that previously required money or a whole team, and where I absolutely do NOT want it taking over. W...

As artists, I we need to stop buying into the idea that we're simply not good with money or maths. Financial literacy is learnable, and you're very much capable of understanding your own money well enough to make informed and powerful decisions with it. Your financial situation is a situation — not a character assessment. So wherever you're starting from, let's look at it, learn what we need to le...

What happens when you realize the next stage of your life is wide open — but you have absolutely no idea yet what it's going to look like? Right now, I have a collection of Post-it notes with some pretty radical ideas for what I could do next. Some contradict each other, some would change our lives quite significantly, and none of them are decisions yet. In this episode, I'm talking about being in...

Do I actually hate frames? How do I want my work to actually exist within a space? Lately, I've found myself going down a whole new rabbit hole around framing and art presentation. In this episode, I'm sharing where I am in that exploration right now: the gaps I've noticed in my own art education, my first experiments in the studio, the practical questions that immediately arise , and why I'm begi...

Today, there's no neat lesson or five-step takeaway. I'm taking you into the middle of it instead — while things are still evolving, questions are still open and I have absolutely no idea where some of them will lead. A lot is moving right now. Not in a beautifully curated, everything-makes-sense kind of way. More in a natural, slightly whirlwindy, creatively alive kind of way. I'm talking about g...

Every thriving art business begins with a clear vision. But how do you know whether the dream you're chasing is actually yours? In this episode, we're exploring why creating an aligned vision is the foundation of an abundant creative life, how to reconnect with your own inner compass, and a few unexpected ways to uncover what you truly want to build. If you've been feeling pulled in different dire...

What happens when your art business is thriving... but your income is still tied to everything you create? In this episode, we're exploring the Scaling Creator stage—the point where your business is working, but your vision has grown beyond simply creating and selling your next piece. We'll talk about the shift from building a business to building an ecosystem, why scaling is as much an identity s...

What happens when your art business finally works... but you're more exhausted than fulfilled? In this episode, we're exploring the Seasoned Creator stage—the point where you've built a successful creative business, but the very thing you dreamed of begins pulling you away from the studio. We'll talk about why growth starts to feel heavy, the identity shift from artist to leader, and why systems,...

The starving artist isn't just someone who struggles financially. It's a stage many artists move through—where your creative voice is finally coming alive, but building a business still feels confusing, frustrating, or completely out of alignment. In this episode, we're unpacking the starving artist myth, why traditional business advice often falls flat for creatives, and what actually needs to sh...

Building an art business doesn't start with marketing. It starts with finding your artistic voice. In this episode, we're exploring the Aspiring Artist stage—the season where your focus isn't on selling your work, but on discovering what you truly want to create, what your art stands for, and the kind of creative life you're dreaming of. We'll talk about why rushing into business too soon can hold...

Episode 187 - Why You're Stuck Building Your Art Business. (It's Probably Not What You Think)       Most artists don't get stuck because they lack talent—they get stuck because they're focusing on the wrong things at the wrong time. In this episode, I introduce the four stages of building a thriving art career and explain why knowing your current stage can save you years of frustration, wasted ene...

Hibernation is over, it's time to get going again.   I took some time off and am now back with wonderful free things for you, insights into the studio, and a preview of what's to come.   Get ready 2025 is going to be intense.       Mentioned on the Show: Book a conversation for 1-1 Coaching. Apply for a free coaching spot on the show. 'T he Unapologetic Artist' Flagship course waitlist. Send me yo...

Are you dreaming of building your creative dream life? One where you spend your time creating art, crafting, and teaching your passion? One where selling your creations is easy?       Mentioned on the Show: Book a conversation for 1-1 Coaching: www.kerstinpressler.com/meeting-you Free Workshop sign up 'Where Passion Meets Profit': www.kerstinpressler.com/passion-meets-profit 'T he Unapologetic Art...

It's that time of the year when time seems to speed up, and we're confronted with the reality of whatever we've been doing or not doing throughout the past year. I know if you're anything like me, you started into the year with at least a rough idea of where you'd like to take things. Yes, you might not have committed to obvious minimal outcomes, but I know you probably had a rough idea in your mi...

I have a bit of an unconventional approach to figuring out the ho. So stay with me for a moment, because what I'm about to say is going to challenge you. However, I do believe that you'll agree with me at the end of today's episode. I think you should ditch figuring out the how for now.     I know it's so tempting every time we come up with dreams, desires, and goals in our head, we're jumping dir...

In Artist circles, we've all been confronted with the idea of selling out.   However, I do, from the bottom of my heart, not believe in it. And I'm wondering how it is for you. D o you believe in the myth of the starving artist? Do you believe that the only way to live out your creative passion truly is only possible if you rid yourself of all earthly wants and needs? Do you believe that whenever...

You are the one deciding where the journey goes. I know it might be harsh, but we are in control of our lives and where we're taking it. Y es, for some people, the path might be a bit less steep, but no matter your starting point, you'll have to commit and do the work. I know for sure that I could have given up before I even got started, but I didn't. Now I'd love to invite you to entertain the th...

I love to read artist biographies, especially about female artists.   I'm always very inspired by their heroine stories.   Their stories truly can light a fire within me.     So today it hit me, why don't start to create my very own storyline for my creative life?   So I can become the protagonist and the storyteller at once.   Sounds a bit weird, but I'm challenging you to stay with me and join m...

When we grew up, we got indoctrinated by the idea that you'll have to choose between making money and you're passion.   O r that if you're fortunate, you could keep your passion on the side and do it as a hobby.   But if you dared to choose your passion as a profession, you would surely end up starving and relying on other people's money.     Today, I'd love to share some secrets with you on how t...

Are you dreaming of building your creative dream life? One where you spend your time creating art, crafting, and teaching your passion? One where selling your creations is easy? Then you're invited!     Mentioned on the Show: Free Workshop sign up 'Where Passion Meets Profit': www.kerstinpressler.com/passion-meets-profit 'T he Unapologetic Artist' Flagship course waitlist: www.kerstinpressler.com...

I've felt like I was failing every day for months. I created plans, worked on business courses, tried to figure out social media, created my art, and worked on what felt like 100 projects all at once. All this meant I felt like I was not only feeling like I failed in my business but also failing my family and myself. There was no time left to focus on creating a beautiful home, spending time with...

When we're starting to build our creative dream the only thing we're probably thinking about is the how. How can I do this? Which tools do I need? When we're writing out our vision our head jumps in and starts screaming at us BUT HOW??????   So how do we deal with this HOW? Find out in today's Episode.       PICK AND CHOOSE, FOUR AFFIRMATIONS TO TRY: I'll find my how. Let it be easy and effortless...

As creatives, we sometimes think we need to struggle to do our best work. Whatever you do you think about not having enough. Enough money, enough time, enough resources,... How does this struggle serve your people? How can you produce your best-inspired work when all you can think of is how you'll put food on the table?   I'd love to rock your existing thought patterns in this episode, so jump in....

Growth is a weird thing. We all want to grow, but we seldom are ready to experience the emotional turbulences that come with true growth. The thing about growth is that it is indeed uncomfortable. It is uncomfortable to try something new, to dive into a different group of people, to show a side of yourself you haven't been sharing with the world yet. So let's make discomfort your bestie.     PICK...

Being yourself boldly and unapologetically is going to be the best gift you can give yourself. Being yourself will unleash the power that is within you and will help you walk the walk. No matter what everyone else is doing. At times we're stuck in a place where we don't know who we are. It's weird, but sometimes it happens.   Let's get you to see yourself again!   PICK AND CHOOSE, FOUR AFFIRMATION...