Do It For the Process: For The Artists by Emily Jeffords

To be clear, I did not step into a sustainable and profitable studio. No, no, no. Far from it. Welcome to a bit of my origin story. The season in my life when I was quite literally without options, I chose to rely on my art. And it worked.  I've been talking quite a lot recently with people online about the notion that artists are starving and how that, quite literally, does not make sense. We're...

Making Art Work opens 3.26 -- join the 9-week masterclass designed to help you grow your studio into a sustainable and profitable career.  Share The Work is happening NOW! Join the live workshops each day at noon. Free classes, worksheets, and getting your heart and mind ready for GROWTH.  Hot Take: Burnout is NOT a Rite of Passage. Artists do not need to experience burnout in order to create good...

Spoiler alert: YES. Of course we should make money! Don't get me ryled up again! I believe so firmly in Creative's ability to create energy around their work, sustain their physical needs, and support their dreams -- with their ART.  Now let's discuss how, why, and HOW. ;)  In this episode, I'm sharing three more fundamental habits that should be part of the way you see the world as a professional...

Hi Artists, I'm so glad to be in 2026. Wow. What a ride 2025 was for all of us -- if you're here and excited about your creative work and feeling ready for the year, ENJOY IT! If you need a little extra nourishment and encouragement to keep going, you're not alone, and I hope this podcast can offer that to you.    Today's episode it one of the VERY sweetest I've ever recorded.  3 Habits (mindset s...

Today's episode is SO Practical -- welcome to the start of the HOLIDAY SEASON!! If you haven't listened to part 1 and 2, it's VERY important for this episode so start there!  Get your free Creative Stability Workbook here Meet me for a weekend of learning and connecting in Atlanta, GA Nov 8-9 at the new Making Art Work LIVE event! All the details here + Use "PODCASTLOVE" for $150 off! And Join The...

Today's episode is SO Practical -- welcome to the start of the HOLIDAY SEASON!! If you haven't listened to part 1, it's VERY important for this episode so start there!  Get your free Creative Stability Workbook here Meet me for a weekend of learning and connecting in Atlanta, GA Nov 8-9 at the new Making Art Work LIVE event! All the details here + Use "PODCASTLOVE" for $150 off! And Join The Colle...

Today's episode is SO Practical -- welcome to the start of the HOLIDAY SEASON!! September through early December is the BEST time of year for most small businesses' sales. People are getting cozy, hosting gatherings, and planning for holiday gifting. This is your moment to go big if you want to. Get your free Creative Stability Workbook here Meet me for a weekend of learning and connecting in Atla...

September through early December is the BEST time of year for most small businesses' sales. People are getting cozy, hosting gatherings, and planning for holiday gifting. This is your moment to go big if you want to. AUTUMN: Symbolizes: Completion, launch, celebration Energy state: Harvesting, sharing, releasing So how can you use the energy of this season to your advantage? Let's discuss!  Get yo...

If your art business has felt a little quiet, uncertain, or unpredictable lately, let me tell you: you are not alone. The economy is feeling uncertain, the energy in the world is even more so. And Artists are often feeling it all -- and we still need to make SALES! Let's discuss.  In this episode is part one of a longer conversation and is a grounded guide to selling your art in every season (lite...

In this heartfelt solo episode, I’m sharing a little life update from inside my creative world. From painting on the porch in the spring sunshine to opening up commissions for the first time in years, this season feels full of growth, return, and reconnection. I’ll walk you through what it’s been like working through The Artist’s Way, what’s blooming inside the Making Art Work masterclass (we’re o...

Instagram has changed yet AGAIN -- but this time it's for the better. But it is VERY different.  But first, let me formally invite you to join me at MAKING ART WORK live and in person!  Two full days together in Atlanta, Georgia  September 27th-28th AND November 8th-9th A dedicated time to be in person, focused on your business and your creativity, with me and a beautiful group of new Artistic fri...

Watch Share The Work Get the FREE workbook I reference here Making Art Work open March 13-20 Share your work in The Creatives Club  Your artist brand is more than a logo or color palette—it’s what makes your work instantly recognizable, deeply resonant, and naturally sellable. But how do you define your brand in a way that feels authentic and attracts the right collectors? In this episode, we’re b...

Join Share The Work (a FREE workshop and workbooks - I'm going live each day at noon eastern time!) Making Art Work open March 13-20 Share your work in The Creatives Club    One of the most confusing (and frustrating) parts of selling your creative work? Finding the collectors, buyers, customers, students, or clients who truly connect with what you create. If this feels overwhelming, you’re not al...

How To Create Art That WILL SELL Join Share The Work (a FREE workshop and workbooks - I'm going live each day at noon eastern time!) Making Art Work open March 13-20 Share your work in The Creatives Club  The Truth About Selling Your Art (and Why It’s Easier Than You Think!) This week, we’re tackling one of the biggest hurdles artists face: moving past the fears and doubts that make selling feel h...

SHARE THE WORK -- RSVP to join us March 10th-14th Making Art Work opens for enrollment March 13th! Hi sweeties. I've moved into my new studio and settled into my work (getting ready for Share The Work, writing, and teaching), but painting? That's a different story. Let's talk about what it means to find success in your creative practice year after year. As I continue focusing on creating meaningfu...

Now that we’ve laid the foundation and centered your aspirations and dreams right where they belong (at the heart of it all) it’s time to get practical at SET IMPORTANT GOALS! In this episode, we’re walking through worksheets 7-10 of the Goal Setting Worbook, diving into real methods for setting sustainable, inspiring goals that honor you, your creative work, and your business. GET OUT YOUR PENS. ...

Welcome to 2025—FOR REAL this time. We’ve been through a lot already; things are shifting, the world feels unsettled—AND ALSO, it’s clearer than ever that our creative work is dependable and needed in so many ways. A few links before we dive in: Making Art Work is open for EARLY BIRD enrollment!  The GOAL SETTING WORKBOOK   RSVP for Share the Work - the free 5-day workshop happening this March   I...

QUICK LINKS: Goal Setting Workbook Goal Setting Workshop Making Art Work My Instagram   Episode Highlights: Today’s episode is packed with meaning and purpose—we’re diving deep into your core values! Why does this matter? Because the goals that truly last—the ones that bring joy, fulfillment, and long-term satisfaction—are always rooted in what matters most to you. This isn’t just about setting go...

QUICK LINKS: Goal Setting Workbook Goal Setting Workshop My Studio Playlist  Making Art Work EmilyJeffordsLearn.com My Instagram   Happy New Year and welcome to my list of manifestations and wishes -- and things I would like us to do more of and STOP doing forever. This list is silly. And it's absolutely not.   Also, we get into the heart and soul of "Do It For The Process" -- which I realized mid...

The Collective IS OPEN! This space was created to help Artists, Photographers, Designers, Makers, Illustrators, Writers -- ALL CREATIVES -- thrive. If you sell your beautiful work (or hope to sell more of it), this membership is for you.    All the details HERE / $39 / Doors open through 9.12.24 The Artist's Path To Success // a FREE and super beautiful & reassuring workbook   The Artist's Pat...

It's time! Today, we’re having a conversation about goals. Yes, in the middle of the year. This is the best time to check in and see how your goals are progressing and what you want for the rest of the year (especially before the holiday season takes hold).  In this episode, I'm checking in on my goals for 2024; many of which I have achieved, but many I didn't. We'll discuss what to do when you re...

Join us in Joshua Tree // September 14-17th // just a couple spots left!  All the details for the retreat can be found here.   This is a delicious talk about creativity, friendship, and what you can create when collaborating with someone you admire and trust.    Tanya Val is an artist and plant shop owner living in Anchorage Alaska. She is one of the most WILDLY talented humans I know. Seriously,...

The Collective Opens on May 30th ! This is the most transformative place for Artists to grow their studios and practices because we normalize the success of Creatives. There are so many training and lessons in there so you can find success in your work a little more easily and gently.    Go visit the Nature and Silk Scarf Collection I mentioned at the end of this episode! It will be available Thur...

This episode is SO precious (stay til the end to hear my whole heart MELT). I sat down with two of the most beautiful parents/artists I know and we talked about balancing, blending, and maintaining your whole self and your studio practice while also being a mother.  Hint: balance is a juggling act, everything comes back around, you are capable of SO much more than you imagine, and also you don't h...

Being human is hard. Let your creativity make it easier. Your creativity is boundless, your imagination is unyielding, and the weight of this world is unrelenting.   Vyana Novus joins us in this very tender and open discussion on creativity, trauma, beauty, and safety in this interview-episode. You will walk away feeling so deeply seen and reminded that pain is integral to our growth and often pla...