Art + Business + Murals

This weeks episode is about Imposter Syndrome. What is it? Do I have it? What can I do to overcome it. Are you fearful of being ‘found out’? Do you feel like a fraud or a fake? Do you have an overarching weight of not being good enough? You are not alone. Listen to this weeks episode for ideas on how to manage the imposter.  ——— Thank you so much for tuning into the Art + Business +...

This weeks episode is full of ideas to keep you focused and ticking off your to do list. If you are feeling overwhelmed by all the things to do, this episode is for you. From time blocking post-it notes to prioritising tasks. A little bit of planning time can make a huge difference to your productivity!  ——— Thank you so much for tuning into the Art + Business + Murals PodcastIf you...

Today I am speaking with my brother from another mother: Mandy Schöne-Salter. Mandy is an artist who loves to explore different forms of creativity. You can find her diving into mural art, photography, and community art, always looking for new ways to express herself. Mandy is a big nature lover, so you'll often see her artwork celebrating our native plants and animals. She wants to give them a vo...

This weeks episode is all the creative ideas for marketing your art without social media. Social media isn’t the only way to market your art business. In this episode I throw a load of marketing ideas at you. Let’s think outside the box when it comes to getting your artwork in front of your target markets eyes.  The Instagram Experiment blog post I mentioned is here: https://www.sculleyd...

This weeks episode is a tough one – burnout. What better time to record a podcast episode about burnout, than when I am in the middle of an epic burnout? There are tears and some sniffles but I do identify the signs of burnout. I also speak about what I have done (and am currently doing) to come back from a career burnout. I understand this isn’t the usual ‘be an artist, it’s great!’ type episode....

Today I am speaking with the generous and colourful Maggi McDonald. Maggi is an artist & surface designer based in Sydney, Australia. After growing her family she studied design which led her to rediscover her love of painting. Nature is a constant inspiration in her work and her brightly coloured abstract gardens and landscapes are inspired by the natural beauty of her adopted country Austral...

This weeks episode is not entirely an artist interview. It is a quick, one question interview with a handful of artists. I ask a number of artists from around the globe, what advice they have for emerging artists. Pour yourself a Friday afternoon beverage and enjoy the party vibe (and some background laughter and random children giggling into the microphone). Artists interviewed were part of...

This weeks episode is my recent observations after spending two weeks with 20 other artists at a residency in Chiang Mai, Thailand. How different artists collaborate, the struggle that we all have within the global economic crisis and the advice to ‘just do it’. ——— Thank you so much for tuning into the Art + Business + Murals PodcastIf you’d like to say ‘hi’ to me, or if you have any po...

Today I am speaking with the vibrant and entrepreneurial Kate Owen. Kate started out painting in the storage acco a few hours a day for about a year to develop a practice. After starting to sell work she created a dedicated purpose built-studio, a sanctuary of peace and positivity in which to create. This allowed her to dedicate more time to her practice. During this time she sold work through Art...

A little while ago I asked the public what questions they would ask a practising muralist. Most questions were around money and how to quote on mural jobs. This episode is full of all my knowledge, experience and research around pricing murals in Australia. I explain my rates and how I price my work. I also have suggestions for how to add value to your work and solve your clients’ problems. T...

I made the leap from my grown-up job into working full time for myself 10 years ago now. In this episode I share with you the five tips I wish I’d know before taking the leap. Sound advice for any creatives wanting to work for themselves. Hide the scissors! ——— Thank you so much for tuning into the Art + Business + Murals PodcastIf you’d like to say ‘hi’ to me, or if you have any podcast...

Today I am speaking with the wonderfully generous and talented Amica Aindow. Australian artist, Amica is as an abstract expressionist painter, known for creating earthy, botanical forms that evoke the intricacy and beauty of the natural world. ​Born in Germany, and raised on the Isle of Wight, England, Aindow embarked on a global journey with her family before finding her home in Australia. S...

I sometimes get stuck in the 'death scroll' on Instagram. I don't like it. It doesn't make me feel good. I get frustrated when I don't have 50k followers like other artist do. Am I not as good as them? I often think that if I had 50k followers then online artworks sales would be so easy. The frustration is mainly around the fact that I have no idea how to increase my 1600 followers to 50k. I have...

It is so important to have all your fingers in all the pies as an artist. Income tends to eb and flow throughout the year, diversification allows for a steady income. In this episode I explain what diversification is, the pros and cons and then the 25 ideas and how I’ve dabbled in most of them. A few of the projects I spoke about:Digital Mural Business Pack // https://www.sculleydesign.com/pr...

Today I am speaking with Brisbane-based Street Artist Gus Eagleton. Gus possesses a diverse skill set. Exploring figuration through studio work and contemporary mural painting, from small compositions to expansive murals. Gus is particularly interested in the diversity and intrigue of people. Over the years, Gus has exhibited nationwide and abroad, receiving accolades in the form of art awards and...

One of the questions a coaching client asked me recently was ‘how do I manage my time?’ Brilliant question. This podcast is about looking at the macro and micro planning of time – including a free download! The link to download the free digital time blocking template is:https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/egi96yucyv59r94e2txhj/TimeBlockingTemplate.pdf?rlkey=74ks2qtxdyhkl46peu2g427ed&dl=0 ...

Today we set goals for the year ahead. I talk about S.M.A.R.T goals and breaking them down into smaller, achievable steps. I also look at my goals from 2023 and how I only managed to hit one of my goals. Next year for sure! The Creative Business Development Workbook I mentioned:https://amzn.to/3GSAMP6 And the free downloadable and printable Business Goal Setting page:https://www.dropbox....

Today I am talking about the importance of having a Grateful Mindset as a creative. A few tips around switching your brain into a space where you can truly feel grateful. I talk about a few tips and tricks I use and encourage you to give some of them a go.——— Thank you so much for tuning into the Art + Business + Murals PodcastIf you’d like to say ‘hi’ to me, or if you have any podcast topic...

Today I am speaking with Michelle Sparks - an Australian artist, working out of her public gallery/studio in Brisbane. She brings a street edge to contemporary still life art, bringing the objects she paints to life through vibrant colour, expressive pattern and texture.  In this interview we talk about taking the leap into becoming a full time artist, social media, having an art mentor,...

Today I talk about Artist Websites and whether you need one. I talk about how my website has propelled my business forward as well as mailing lists, getting traffic and clicks, website structure, online stores, passive income streams, drop shipping and calls-to-action. A few of the sites I mentioned in the podcast: Wix – https://www.wix.com Squarespace - https://www.squarespace.com&...

Today I am talking about building a community of like minded people around you. Different ways to meet creatives and find supportive and inspiring artists that will encourage your practice. ‘You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with’ – Jim PohnSo lets’ find those people you admire. ——— Thank you so much for tuning into the Art + Business + Murals PodcastIf...

Today I am speaking with a good friend and muralist, Joel Fergie - also known as The Zookeeper (or Aerosol Joel). Joel Fergie is a Brisbane based artist who’s large scale artworks span from inner city urban laneways to remote regional communities throughout Central Australia. His large scale murals found on water towers and grain silos aim to disassemble the routines of daily life. Through nature,...

Have you just realised your bank balance is a little lower than you’d like? In todays episode I take you through five different strategies I am currently using to generate income now as an artist. ——— Thank you so much for tuning into the Art + Business + Murals PodcastIf you’d like to say ‘hi’ to me, or if you have any podcast topic ideas or artists you’d like me to interview, please em...

You know you want to paint murals but you’re not sure about how to ‘scale up’. In this episode I talk about different ways to give you the practise, the portfolio and the marketing to confidently offer murals as a new creative service.——— Thank you so much for tuning into the Art + Business + Murals PodcastIf you’d like to say ‘hi’ to me, or if you have any podcast topic ideas or artists you’...

In the first episode of the first season of Art + Business + Murals I talk about why I started the podcast. I then give you a very brief summary of my 20+ years career in the creative industries that spans four continents and jumps from horse sperm to multi-mural projects. And values, values are important. Give it a go - it’s only 23 minutes of your life. You can put it on double speed too if you...