The Create! Podcast

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  

Join Kat as she shares some tools and modalities that have been helping her overcome stress, overwhelm, and difficulty.  If you are having trouble focusing on your art and dreams due to life's challenges, listen to this episode to feel even a tiny bit better and get back to creating.  www.createmagazine.com/podcast

Join host Ekaterina Popova and Sharon Wensel on an inspiring episode about returning to art later in life, recommitting to your passion after raising a family, and finding healing and inspiration through nature.  "This body of work was inspired by runs on the local trails and quiet very early morning walks with my dog. I live in a rural area that supplies a lot of inspiration through nature.  I am...

In this episode, join Kat and James Oliver, artist and founder of the James Oliver Gallery.  We discuss: James' story and inspiration behind his bold paintings  How to maintain an art practice while running a successful art gallery Advice for artists to attract opportunities and more www.createmagazine.com/podcast https://www.jamesolivergallery.com/about JAMES OLIVER GALLERY is a unique contempora...

Join Kat and   Kim Tateo , an artist, educator, and leader who paints her feelings into worlds of whimsy. A common theme in her work is interconnectedness. In this episode, we discuss her work and process. We chat about how she navigates between multiple passions and projects such as art, music, writing, and managing a non-profit nature reserve and farm. Explore our podcast: https://www.createmaga...

In this episode, get to know artist Geraldina Khatchikian and learn about her journey of discovering expressive abstract paintings and continuing the legacy of her family-owned fine jewelry brand in Italy.  We talk about her journey of finding healing and awareness through art and creation.  Geraldina also shares how she found a community while living in a more traditional environment and finding...

Juliana Naufel is a Brazilian-based artist who uses affection as her primary subject. Her artworks are strongly influenced by the healing aspect of embroidering photographs as a way of making amends with the past. Naufel's artworks are in a number of private collections around the world, including The Wonders of Women Museum, USA, and The Kanyer Art Collection, USA. She has participated in artist...

Join Kat as she shares how to process disappointment and reframe events that didn't live up to our expectations. Kat shares a few powerful prompts for self-reflection and how to turn any negative situation into gold.  What stories are you telling yourself about this situation? What do you want to create in your life, art, and business? Become the unlimited creator of your life and business. Learn...

In this episode, Kat shares how to prepare for taking time off and keep the momentum and income in your art business even when you rest.  Something BIG is coming!  Unlimited Creator Academy Doors Open Soon! Join the waitlist: https://createmagazine.lpages.co/unlimited-creator-academy-waitlist/

Join host Ekaterina Popova and contemporary visual artist Tania Marmolejo in a motivating episode and get your passion back. Tania shares the "WHY" behind her striking paintings of the female gaze and talks about the challenges she has experienced on her journey. In addition, Tania shares the evolution of her art and how she got started creating characters, which eventually turned into the paintin...

Alicia guest hosts an interview with the Founder of Altamira, Michael Facchinello. Altamira is a platform serving contemporary artists from around the world, empowering them to make a living and fostering community between artists, critics, collectors, and fans. We learn about Michael's background in art & technology and how he sought to combine the two to help boost artist's careers on their own...

Join host Ekaterina Popova and Long-Island-based artist Kaitlin Beebe on an inspiring and empowering episode. Get valuable advice on practicing self-care, prioritizing mental health, and more. Kaitlin shares vulnerable moments on her journey of self-acceptance and inspires us to love ourselves a little bit more. The artist also shares how she runs her art business and her persistence in getting he...

In this episode, Alicia chats with returning guest Brandi Hofer. Brandi shares about her new series the Taylor Collection and discusses how collaboration has impacted her art career and businesses. We also talk do's and don'ts on landing your dream collaboration opportunity!  www.pxpcontemporary.com/collections/brandi-hofer  

Join host Ekaterina Popova and Amber Vittoria in this episode to learn about the artist's evolution, changing art practice, and exciting upcoming projects. Amber shares tips on how she got started working with brands, exploring the NFT space, and more.  www.ambervittoria.co Support the podcast and magazine by joining our community and subscription: https://www.createmagazine.com/subscribe