Secondary Colors with Nick Kuchar and Friends

Nick, Tracey & Dale are back with the one 'n only Captain Jack Soren to discuss his catapult to success in the art world and all the ups and downs in business that can go with that (all while trying to stay true to your art.) Nick 'n Tracey had an event-filled weekend around the island while Dale became an official Kailua resident right by our shop. Guard your June Shine folks, it's time for episo...

Nick, Tracey & producer Dale are joined by photographer John Hook in a discussion about the creative process of being a professional art creator. Is your work for your audience or do you make it for yourself? Is there a way to genuinely balance both? John also gives some great wedding photography tips from his years in the biz and Nick offers some bite-sized advice ... unsolicited, of course. Join...

Creative artist and owner of Surfer Towel ( www.surfertowel.com ) Christie Shinn drops in for a chat about the importance of well considered decisions regarding product design feedback and the right (and wrong) times to say "Yes!" to projects. Nick offers unsolicited advice on that very topic while a returning Tracey shares his recent US Citizenship story which prompts a Canadians-are-people-too t...

JuneShine Hard Kombucha Co-Founder & Chief Marketing Officer Forrest Dein joins Nick & Dale (thanks to a quarantined Tracey) to share some ways JuneShine found success and national growth since the brand's 2018 start. Focus on company culture, engaging Ambassadors, establishing (and staying committed) to your brand ethos and more plus Tracey delivers some "Unsolicited Advice" from home and Nick fa...

Happy New Year, friends! We're kicking off 2022 with Episode 10, and our producer (former FOX Sports host) Dale's got a mic?! Nick, Tracey & Dale reflect on their varied careers over the past 25 years and what brought them to where they are today. This episode contains practical advice about merchandising your art and tips on how to treat a new year as a jumping point to new goals.  Diving into ho...

This week's holiday episode of Secondary Colors features Nate Justiss & Lindsay Windham of Distil Union ( https://distilunion.com ) and focuses on the keys to a successful Kickstarter campaign and advice on what to do when creative burnout rears its ugly head. Nick & Tracey also discuss new holiday items available at the Nick Kuchar Art & Design Co. and the importance of giving back to those in ne...

The dream team Roxy & Matt Ortiz of Wooden Wave join Nick & Tracey on this inspirational episode 8 of Secondary Colors! The gang discusses the power of a great partner, understanding your strengths and the importance of humility and respect to nature.  Nick & Tracey also reveal some limited holiday releases and their highs and lows from the week. Check out Roxy & Matt's whimsical murals and dreamw...

The talented Honolulu-based designer/creator, Jana Lam ( https://janalam.com ) joins Nick & Tracey for episode 7! The trio discuss how trial and error moments can help grow a business just as much as big wins (and no one's path to success is the same.) Jana recalls how she grew and found herself through design and how she stays focused and inspired. Plus, with the mad dash to the holidays upon us...

Aloha friends! It's Episode 6 of Secondary Colors and artist Erik Abel is on the show! Nick & Tracey discuss tips for putting on a great social media giveaway and some strategies for the upcoming holiday season. Our Oregon-based guest Erik Abel shares his artistic journey, the nuts and bolts of his operation and his desperate search to make a positive difference with environmentally conscious art...

Nick & Tracey discuss the emotional rollercoaster that the entire world has experienced at the hands of the COVID-19 pandemic and what they've learned from it so far.  From the hurdles they've overcome to the many grateful moments they found along the way (Nick's newborn son! A new shop and uncrowded surf!). Tracey provides some useful advice on steps you can easily apply to your work today to get...

Art business consultant, author and podcast host Maria Brophy joins this week's show! Maria details from her home-base of San Clemente how she came on board to help her husband (and legendary Posca artist) Drew Brophy take his business to the next level. Nick & Tracey discuss with Maria their collective disdain for filling copyright forms (while recognizing their necessary evil), the benefits of c...

Join Nick & Tracey as they chat with Welzie! Well-known Maui based resin artist Welzie discusses his history in the surf industry on the north shore to his growth as an artist and family man. He shares advice on overcoming self doubt, finding confidence and why comparing yourself to others can be detrimental to your success. Welzie, Nick & Tracey also delve into the importance of being focused and...

If you're looking to get out of your creative block or need some encouragement getting started on your artistic journey - this episode's for you! Join us as we chat w/ Sarah Caudle, Hawaii based artist who has grown her operation from making art to simply cover her supply expenses to managing a team of employees and exhibiting her work internationally.  We speak about the importance of surrounding...

Hawaii-based artist Nick Kuchar discusses his decade-plus journey into the business of art and finding success. Joined by co-host Tracey Kehler, they share their ups & downs in this amazing industry they love. Visit http://www.nickkuchar.com for more info. 

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