The Create! Podcast

Join host Ekaterina Popova, artist, coach, and founder of Create Magazine , as she shares her personal experiences and insights on self-sabotage in the creative business realm. In this episode, Kat opens up about her own vulnerabilities and discusses the mistakes she made along her entrepreneurial journey. From investing in unnecessary expenses to comparing herself to others, she provides valuable...

Join host Ekaterina Popova in a fun and insightful conversation with artist Anthony Rondinone as they dive into his work and the inspiration behind his intriguing pop characters. Anthony shares valuable insights into the darker side of his art, skillfully expressing melancholy and nostalgia while infusing a touch of humor into his creations. Despite lacking a formal art education, Anthony takes us...

Feeling stuck? Change the way you see the world to shift out of any situation quickly.  In this podcast episode, Ekaterina Popova (Kat) talks about the importance of shifting one's perspective from seeing problems to seeing unlimited possibilities. Kat shares her experience of attending an inspiring recent event and observing how successful brands and artists run their businesses.  Work with me to...

In this episode, you'll meet Mia Risberg, a Michigan-based artist who paints and draws in acrylics, oils, and colored pencils. Her work depicts places and people that appear to hold secrets. Informed by personal memories, photographs, and imagination, she renders fleeting moments, contemplative landscapes, and partially revealed or enigmatic figures. In addition to having a discussion about her ar...

In this episode, Hayley Price and Kat share effective strategies for artists to connect with their audience and promote their work. They highlight the importance of thoroughly understanding your audience to identify the ideal platforms and events for engagement. While acknowledging Instagram as an excellent platform, they also recommend exploring other options such as hosting your own show or atte...

In this episode, Alicia hosts an interview with artist, curator, gallery owner, coach & podcaster Sergio Gomez. He shares his experiences building his career as an artist as well as the story behind the founding of 33 Contemporary gallery. Tune in for insightful tips about time management for busy artpreneurs and helpful advice on mindset from the book he co-wrote: Crush Self-Sabotage and Live Ful...

BONUS Episode! Join Kat and TJ on a special episode from Bold Creatives Collective - TJ Walsh Coaching. Join TJ Walsh and Ekaterina Popova on the BCC Podcast as they delve into the transformative power of pursuing dreams, embracing uncertainty, and charting one's own course. Discover how backup plans can evolve into the very plans that were meant to be pursued. Through personal anecdotes, TJ and K...

In this podcast episode, Erika B. Hess, Alicia Puig and Ekaterina Popova discuss the challenges of running creative brands and supporting artists. Erika is a painter, curator, writer, and the host of the I Like Your Work podcast, while Alicia is a curator, co-founder of PXP Contemporary, and the director at Create. They talk about their experiences and the need for resources and communities that s...

Wouldn't it be great to have an artist success toolkit available on-demand? This is exactly why we created the Smartist School.  Join Ekaterina Popova and Alicia Puig in this episode of the Create! Podcast as they unveil their new on-demand online course, Smartist School, tailored for emerging artists.  Discover the inspiration behind this accessible program and delve into its empowering content d...

Join host Ekaterina Popova as she interviews Canadian artist Camille Myles in this inspiring episode. Camille takes us on her journey of rediscovering her artistic voice and embracing creative momentum. She shares her transition from a career in conservation to becoming a multidisciplinary artist, including her experiences with public art projects and collaborations. Discover how Camille's passion...

In this podcast episode, Kat and Alicia, are thrilled to share our excitement about the release of our new book, "The Creative Business Handbook: Follow Your Passions and Be Your Own Boss." This book is specifically tailored to creatives who have aspirations of starting their own thriving businesses. We extend a heartfelt thank you to Chronicle Books for publishing this incredible title. If you en...

In this episode of the Create Podcast, host Ekaterina Popova welcomes Elli Milan, founder of the Milan Institute, to discuss their shared mission of supporting the art community and elevating careers and skillsets.    Elli shares her journey as a professional artist, starting from her passion for art sparked in high school to attending art school and eventually establishing her own art career. Alo...

In this episode, Alicia interviews figurative painter Sophie Tea.  Sophie has trailblazed a new route to success for contemporary artists. Abstaining from traditional gallery representation, she leveraged social media to build her brand to cult status.  In her most recognized series of nudes, the female form is celebrated in all its unique splendor. Her work is defined by vibrant colors, energetic...

In this episode, Alicia interviews Karolina Barnes. Karolina is a brand storytelling consultant and co-founder of STUDIO/ESTILA and ESTILA design and art trade platform. They discuss the gap in the market that led Karolina to launch ESTILA, the reasoning behind the company's values, and how artists and creative brands can incorporate storytelling into their marketing.  https://estila.co/   Our new...

Tune in to Michelle Gomez's podcast episode as she engages in an open conversation with Kat on how to improve mental health and wellness as an artist or entrepreneur. Gain insights on overcoming business obstacles, maintaining focus, preserving peace of mind, and managing distractions. Join us for an informative discussion on all things related to mental health and wellness in the creative and ent...

In this episode, I (Kat) share insights from my seven years of experience as a self-employed artist, creator, and entrepreneur. Topics covered include charging for your work, financial management, hiring an accountant, utilizing kindness in business, and networking effectively. Let me know what you want to learn about my journey in the comments! Join our community for women artists and creative en...

In this episode, Alicia hosts an interview with ARTWRK gallery co-founder, curator and consultant, Alissa Sexton. She has worked with artists, galleries and institutions since 2005 and one of her specialties is creating websites for artists. Connect with Alissa here:  https://www.alissasexton.com/ https://www.instagram.com/alissasextonart/ https://www.artwrk.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/artwrk.ca...

In this episode, you'll meet Sharif Pendleton. Pendleton is a University of the Arts-educated multimedia artist enamored by product design. He has made a career developing interactive learning and designing handmade housewares and accessories under his Masters of None label, which has since been relaunched and rebranded as Laser Philly.  https://laserphilly.com/ Use code CREATE for 30% off of our...

Join Kat and Sarah Stieber on this uplifting and energizing episode where the artist talks about her new venture of transforming spaces with her art. Sarah shares her approach to building a sustainable and unique art business beyond the traditional gallery system, discusses how she creates events and gives us a preview of her brand-new project Stieber Spaces.  www.sarahstieber.com Instagram: www.i...

In this episode, Alicia interviews Daricia Mia Demarr & Lauren Jackson Harris, the cofounders and partners who run Black Women in Visual Arts.  BWVA's mission is to promote and celebrate the contributions of Black women impacting the art world past, present and future. It is an organization and community that nurtures the growth of Black women arts workers by providing opportunities, resources and...

New podcast episode with Ekaterina Popova and Charlie J. Meyers. Charlie talks about his journey of becoming an artist and curator, having grace and self-compassion for your studio practice and beyond. We also discuss how artists can incorporate more honesty into writing about their work to create compelling statements. Charlie J. Meyers is a multi-award-winning American artist and curator of figu...

In this episode, join Kat and Aggie Armstrong as they discuss the artist's journey of becoming a full-time artist and creative entrepreneur. Aggie shares the discomfort of taking the leap, leaving a corporate job, and following her dreams.  Aggie Armstrong is known for her multimedia work that explores various states of female consciousness. Through every piece, Aggie's work serves as a record of...

In this episode, Kat shares some tips for reviving our Instagram art accounts from the dead. She talks about mindset shifts as well as practical steps for helping you get more engagement and action on the app we often have a complicated relationship with.  Keep showing up and sharing your art and connecting with other humans! Follow along on Instagram @katerinaspopova and @createmagazine Join the...

Cj Hendry is a hyperrealist artist who initially garnered worldwide attention on Instagram for her large-scale ink drawings of luxury objects. Always in black and white, these works would often take up to 200 hours to complete. Eventually, she branched out to work in full color with colored pencils and has since expanded her practice to include sculpture, prints and other media. Hendry is also kno...

Join Ekaterina Popova and master coach Olga Blias! Olga is a master transformative mindset and life coach. She shares her story and how she began her journey. We talk all about how to start making positive changes in our lives and how to create powerful and permanent shifts.  I ask Olga to share practical tips for artists beginning to embody the identity of the most successful, joyful version of t...