The Create! Podcast

In this episode, Alicia Puig interviews fine artist JJ Galloway . Galloway is an internationally collected artist known for whimsical paintings and sculptures of people, animals and food or any combination of the three! Carefully executed in a traditional style using oils, watercolors or mixed media. Her art can be found in both public and private collections worldwide. After years of selling her...

Join Kat and Roxy on an inspiring episode about the artist's path, her work exploring contemporary realism, and her upcoming show during Art Week in Miami.  Roxanne Sauriol Hauenherm is a self-taught painter based in Montreal, Canada whose paintings are collected and exhibited internationally. Hauenherm is best known for her vivid contemporary interpretations of classic paintings which she describ...

In this episode, Alicia interviews curator & founder of Alpha Arts Alliance Sadaf Padder . After nearly a decade as a public schooler educator and a lifetime of watching art from the sidelines, Sadaf left her job as a Dean of Students in 2019 and founded Alpha Arts Alliance , an arts agency focused on historically-underrepresented artists with a focus on women of color. Through curation, coaching,...

Join host Ekaterina Popova and Brazilian born and California-based artist Drica Lobo and learn what makes us experience the flow state. Learn about the artist's journey, how she found her flow and how you can experience more joy, beauty and creativity in your life.  Drica makes modern landscapes, transforming the familiar into a bold, joyful and powerful scenario. Manipulating shapes and feelings...

In this episode, Alicia hosts an inspiring interview with painter Brittany Atkinson. Brittany is an Austin-based artist known for her abstract female portraits and figures. After a childhood spent in Houston, Brittany now calls Austin home. When asked what inspires her as an artist, Brittany often says, "Over the years, I have been influenced by several incredible women. Their stories and their br...

Want to know a not-so-secret part of my recent growth? Risk. In this episode, I break down the types of risks and investments that have been helping me grow in recent years and how I make these important decisions. I also talk about failure and uncertainty and why it's essential to trust your intuition and go for it anyway. Join our community and become a digital or print subscriber: www.createmag...

What is a great way to level up and break through any plateaus in your business or career growth? In this mini-episode, Kat shares one of the best methods of getting to where you are going faster and having way more fun while you're at it! Listen and learn about the importance of investing in yourself and upgrading your environment. Enjoy a free masterclass with Kat: Crown Yourself: How to Take Ch...

Imagine walking into your studio or workspace, feeling calm, centered and ready to take on whatever the day may bring. Wouldn't it be great to have an inner knowing that whatever is on your plate will get done? I know that for so many of us, certain projects can feel like a mountain we have to climb, daunting and overwhelming. If you are an artist or creative dealing with big deadlines, I hope thi...

In this episode, Alicia Puig hosts an interview with Cindy Shaoul. Inspired by the whimsy and purity of the feminine form, Shaoul is known for her impressionistic and abstract style. She is best recognized for her series 'Brides', 'Dripping Dots' and 'Hearts', as well as her Plein-air street scenes of quintessential New York locations. Cities suffered during the global pandemic but painter Cindy S...

Want to know the easiest way to welcome more abundance and opportunities into your life and creative business? Kat noticed a typical behavior that prevents artists and entrepreneurs from getting paid more and more often.  Love our podcast? Take a moment to leave a review on iTunes! Join our reader circle and become a print or digital subscriber here: https://www.createmagazine.com/subscribe

In this episode, Alicia interviews Andy Firth, a self-taught Australian artist known for his signature canvas: the human skull. Since 2013, he has remained widely anonymous under the title 'Jack of The Dust'. Until now. With international demand at an all-time high and a combined following of 2.5 million, his clientele includes Joe Rogan, Slash, Jason Momoa, Chris Brown and Nikki Tutorials. Each p...

In this episode, Kat shares ideas and options for generating more money as an artist or creative. If you feel stuck or your regular income streams are not an option right now, listen to this episode to give you ideas on how to support yourself, your art, and your family this season.  Support our magazine and community by becoming a subscriber: use "new reader" to save 20% off your order: www.creat...

Join Kat and Josie Lewis on an empowering episode about breaking out of the art world box, embracing play, and making art for yourself. Josie shares how her Instagram account went viral by embracing video early on and offers insight for artists to grow in this way. We discuss the challenges of growing your audience, facing negative comments, and rising above it all.  Josie Lewis is an artist worki...

Join Kat, Raquel and Alfredo on a special episode of the Create! Podcast where we chat all about entrepreneurship in the arts. My guests generously share strategies to help artists position themselves as leaders in their space, stay open to new income opportunities and offer branding and networking tips.  www.createmagazine.com/podcast Alfredo Achar Alfredo was born in Mexico City, he graduated fr...

Join Kat and Allan Weinberger and learn about his new project, "A Very Serious Gallery," now open in Chicago's West Town neighborhood.  We discuss how artists can land brand deals, charge more and attract collectors and dealers.  Allan also shares strategies to make buying and selling art easier for both artists and collectors.  For the past 10 years, Allan Weinberger has worked as an operations s...

In this episode, guest host and co-author Alicia Puig reads an excerpt from The Complete Smartist Guide book! This is the book with all of the practical information about how to actually make a career in the arts that we never learned in art school.  The Complete Smartist Guide  is packed with tips, hints, and actionable steps from our personal experiences working in the art world. In this essenti...

Join Kat and therapist and coach TJ Walsh on an uplifting episode to help you reconnect with your purpose and find your superhero powers. TJ shares his perspective on how artists can make a big difference in our world, the importance of taking risks and the value of art education.    The link to register for the GROW Creative Leadership Summit is:  www.tjwalshcoaching.com/placemaking Enjoy a code...

Join Kat on this chapter reading of The Complete Smartist Guide on preventing burnout. If you feel worn out, unmotivated, and exhausted, these tips will help you recover and return to the studio when you are ready! Get your copy of the book on Amazon or contact your local indie bookstore: https://www.createmagazine.com/book

In this episode, Kat talks about shifting our perspective and invites you to think about the deeper meaning behind your art.  Would you still create if you were independently wealthy? Would you still want to be seen and share your work? Of course, you would.  We are exploring the deeper motivation that keeps us going through all seasons and remind ourselves not to get stuck in the fleeting moment,...

Jasmin Hernandez (she/her) is the Black Latinx founder & Editor in Chief of Gallery Gurls , an award-winning digital space celebrating Black & POC in contemporary art since 2012. Gallery Gurls has been featured in Vogue, Artnet, and Artsy. Hernandez's writing has appeared in Harper's Bazaar, Latina, PopSugar, ELLE, CNN Style, etc. Her debut book, We Are Here: Visionaries of Color Transforming the...

I know at some point you have probably wondered, "which juried opportunities should I apply for?" or "how do I know if it's a good fit or a huge waste of time?" Your time and resources are valuable, which is why in this episode, Kat reads an excerpt from our book, The Complete Smartist Guide, to help you figure out how to make decisions on what to apply for in your art career.  You can read our bo...

Imagine if you hired a mentor or someone who is supposed to help you, and they made you feel like total crap. It can be painful and crushing, right?  The good news is that mistakes are part of growth and are inevitable.  Kat shares powerful lessons about messing up, mistakes, errors, and failures and how they ultimately have no power over your success.  Thank you so much for your support of Create...

Jen Hewett is a printmaker, textile designer, author, and more. Alicia returns as a guest host to get the inside scoop on how Jen found her way to art after working in a variety of other industries. They talk about practical tips for staying on top of finances as a business owner and the importance of finding community when you're creative, as well as the stories behind both of Jen's incredible bo...

Join founder and artist Ekaterina Popova and create your own strategy for having more consistent art sales and income from your creative business.  Kat shares how to:  Create a vision and plan for your art sales periods  Decide on how you want to show up and share your work  Tools and methods that worked for Kat you can apply right away This episode is sponsored by Create! Magazine. Explore opport...

Join Kat as she shares the challenges and roadblocks that sometimes come with leveling up. She shares tips on overcoming imposter syndrome, getting back to joy, and experiencing more flow and fulfillment.  https://www.createmagazine.com/podcast https://www.createmagazine.com/subscribe