Beyond the Studio - A Podcast for Artists

Hear more from Marcus on getting his start photographing musicians in Nashville, normalizing day jobs on the road to becoming a full-time freelance photographer, chronicling different chapters of youth with moves to Philadelphia and New York, how he remains curious, and focused on materializing his inner vision. Listener Spotlight   @beyondthestudio     beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by:  Sua...

Hear more from Katty on getting started as a freelance illustrator, practical advice learned from working on the other side as an art director and editorial designer, why she's holding onto her day job, and how to make space for creative outlets when your passion is your profession. Listener Spotlight   @beyondthestudio     beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by:  Suahn   Branding by: David Colson

Hear more from Se Jong on rediscovering painting while pursuing her PhD in environmental engineering, discovering the unique intersections between art and science, embracing all her interests as a core part of her identity, and the need for more cross-disciplinary collaboration. Listener Spotlight   @beyondthestudio     beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by:  Suahn   Branding by: David Colson

Hear more from Katie on balancing both the business and artistic sides of career growth simultaneously, navigating the roller coaster of being a full-time artist, making it easy for people to collect her work while forming genuine connections with collectors and galleries, and diving in head first when it comes to experimenting in and outside of the studio. Listener Spotlight   @beyondthestudio  ...

Hear more from Amanda & Nicole on where the podcast is headed in 2022, takeaways from our current season, and redefining what it means to have conversations "beyond the studio" when work and life are so intertwined for artists.   Listener Spotlight   @beyondthestudio     beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by:  Suahn   Branding by: David Colson

Hear more from co-host Nicole Mueller on pricing strategies for commissioned work, managing the logistics of large-scale projects, making the transition to becoming a full-time painter, and the importance of financial transparency in the arts.   Listener Spotlight   @beyondthestudio     beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by:  Suahn   Branding by: David Colson

Hear more from co-host Amanda on learning to prioritize mental health as a creative small business owner, how she's shifting the business model of Close Call Studio to create better work-life boundaries, setting new expectations for customers, and injecting more humanity into her business.  Listener Spotlight   @beyondthestudio     beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by:  Suahn   Branding by: Davi...

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If you're new to Beyond the Studio here's a list of great episodes to get you started!   "Amanda Adams talks Mental Health, Setting Healthier Boundaries, and Aligning Your Business with Personal Values" "Nicole Mueller talks Managing Large-Scale Projects, Pricing Commissions, and Leaving Behind a Day Job" "Amy Whitaker talks Using Business as a Tool, Building Equity in the Arts, and Re-Inventing t...

We're taking a brief break to try to restore some balance in our own lives but we'll be back soon!  @beyondthestudio   beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by:  Suahn Branding by: David Colson

Hear more from Caity on how she got involved with Meow Wolf, the DIY artist collective turned multi-million dollar art enterprise, the power of showing up, learning through doing, building a successful business while redefining corporate structures, and continually embracing the unknown. @beyondthestudio   beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by:  Suahn Branding by: David Colson

Hear more from Lorne on the shifts happening in higher education, how art and design colleges are responding to the financial challenges of the pandemic, rethinking the model in order to increase sustainability, access, and affordability, and what organizations can learn from adopting a mindset similar to that of individual artists.  @beyondthestudio   beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by:  Suah...

Hear more from Amanda and Nicole and their partners Mike and Dave on what it's like to be in a relationship with a fellow creative, having shared values, navigating work-life boundaries, and supporting each other's artistic pursuits.    @beyondthestudio   beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by:  Suahn Album Artwork by:  David Colson

Hear more from Abraham on finding self-confidence, creating opportunity by showing up and staying open to possibilities, becoming a freelance designer at the start of the pandemic, working with an artist agent, and resisting burnout while keeping the passion alive. www.beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by:  Suahn Album Artwork by:  David Colson

Hear more from artists Erik Otto, Liz Tran, and color expert Laura Guido-Clark on the use of color in their work, the science behind it, how their experience has changed and shifted with this year, and how they're forming artistic connections despite the distance in this panel discussion, recorded live as part of Heron Arts' "Chromatherapy" exhibition.  www.beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: ...

Hear more from Jean on using her role as an artist to increase representation and expand definitions of community, the importance of self-advocacy, logistical challenges of realizing large-scale installations and public art projects, working with fabricators, and taking time for rest.    www.beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by:  Suahn Album Artwork by:  David Colson

Hear more from Jean on using her role as an artist to increase representation and expand definitions of community, the importance of self-advocacy, logistical challenges of realizing large-scale installations and public art projects, working with fabricators, and taking time for rest.    www.beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by:  Suahn Album Artwork by:  David Colson

Hear more from Justin on how to improve collector relationships and sales, the business fundamentals artists should focus on to grow and sustain their careers, bringing organization to the chaos with Artwork Archive, helping artists protect the legacy of their work, and common threads of successful artists.  Artwork Archive — Podcast sponsor, an all-in-one platform to run and organize your work an...

Hear more from Minku on navigating the New York art scene, building relationships with galleries, misconceptions behind artistic success, investing in long-term growth, and the importance of artist resale rights.  www.beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by:  Suahn Album Artwork by:  David Colson

Hear more from Minku on navigating the New York art scene, building relationships with galleries, misconceptions behind artistic success, investing in long-term growth, and the importance of artist resale rights.  www.beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by:  Suahn Album Artwork by:  David Colson

Hear more from Max on learning to take risks while commanding confidence in their work, accepting and moving with change, the importance of financial literacy, and staying committed to their practice in times of challenge.   Artwork Archive — Podcast sponsor, an all-in-one platform to run and organize your work and the most cost-effective way to manage a professional art career. Get started for un...

Hear more from Amanda and Nicole as they share more about their personal journeys as artists and co-hosts, how they're fulfilling financial goals, and staying grateful through this year.   @beyondthestudio   beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by:  Suahn Album Artwork by:  David Colson

Hear more from William Deresiewicz, author of "The Death of the Artist," on the structural challenges creatives face, the history of art and capitalism, how the internet has led to the devaluing of creative content online, making it harder for independent creators to make a living, and how artists of all disciplines are managing to survive in the age of billionaires and big tech. Bookshop.org   Ar...

Hear more from Sarah K. Benning on learning how to price her work, building a sustainable business online, diversifying income streams, the unexpected benefits of living in smaller towns, and how she manages a large social media following. Artwork Archive — Podcast sponsor, an all-in-one platform to run and organize your work and the most cost-effective way to manage a professional art career. Get...

Hear more from Sarah K. Benning on learning how to price her work, building a sustainable business online, diversifying income streams, the unexpected benefits of living in smaller towns, and how she manages a large social media following. www.beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by:  Suahn Album Artwork by:  David Colson