The Splatter Effect

In this episode of The Splatter Effect, Kendal and Kayla dive into the Dry100 Challenge, hosted by Jen Hirst, that Kayla is participating in. She’s ditching alcohol for 100 days and discovering what success really looks like—on her terms. From better sleep to a clearer mind, Kayla shares how this challenge is reshaping her daily life, bringing unexpected joy, and helping her find purpose in the pr...

In this episode, join our hosts as they dive into the ins and outs of shipping art—from the perspective of someone who knows the importance of getting each piece safely to its destination. Kendal's experiences of packing, shipping mishaps, and triumphs, provides tips on everything from choosing the right materials to navigating those pesky shipping costs.  Tune in for a blend of practical advice a...

In this inspiring episode, Kendal dives into Chase the Lion by Mark Batterson , a book about pursuing bold dreams that feel bigger than life. Kendal shares her reflections on her grandmother's life and what it means to embrace courage, faith, and resilience in the face of life's challenges. With relatable stories and practical insights, we unpack how this book resonates with all of us navigating t...

In this episode of The Splatter Effect, your hosts—Kendal, Kayla, and Kelly, who have spent years navigating the intersection of creativity and commerce—tackle the often daunting topic of finances in the art world. From setting pricing strategies to managing income and everything in between, they break down the essential steps every artist and creative entrepreneur needs to take in order to thrive...

In this episode we are sharing our rebranding mishaps and introducing the new brand of the podcast: The Splatter Effect. You won't want to miss the story of how we rebranded in three days after we had been prepared for three months...  It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new best gal pals, Kayla Cole Pacana ,  Kendal Blanchard , and Kelly...

In this episode, we dive deep into the art of goal-setting specifically for artists and creative entrepreneurs. Whether you're just starting your art business or looking to take it to the next level, having clear, actionable goals is key to your growth and success. We’ll explore how to break down your big dreams into achievable milestones, how to set both short-term and long-term goals, and the st...

Finishing out our first year of this podcast with a 1:1 chat about life, goals, what worked, and what won't work in 2025. We are grateful you joined us this year and can't wait to share more soon! It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new best gal pals, Kayla Cole Pacana  &  Kendal Blanchard . Two art entrepreneurs dissecting all things...

How you prepare for a launch will make or break your stress on launch day. Join us as we talk through the nitty gritty of launching art into the world. It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new best gal pals, Kayla Cole Pacana  &  Kendal Blanchard . Two art entrepreneurs dissecting all things life, art, and business. Join them to figure...

Has a hurricane ever come so close to your house that you stared up into the eye from your backyard?! That entire week was a pivoting moment. Coming to you from SW Florida, I got to sit down with Kelly Pelfrey to chat about pivoting {hurricane or not}. Kelly inspires us to lean in to the pivotal moments of life and business. If you need a pick-me-up... this episode is for you.   It can be lonely s...

We are downloading the good and the great from the 2024 inaugural Loyola Art Show today. Join us as we talk about all things art shows and encouragement if you are looking to participate in an art show in 2025.   It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new best gal pals, Kayla Cole Pacana  &  Kendal Blanchard . Two art entrepreneurs disse...

If you are struggling mentally or physically, this podcast is for you. Join us as we talk all things wellness, mental health, and why social media can be a hard place for creatives {bonus, how to fix it}. It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new best gal pals, Kayla Cole Pacana  &  Kendal Blanchard . Two art entrepreneurs dissecting al...

Selling out a collection is the dream for most artists. Today we sit down with Kelly Pelfrey to debunk the myths and tell the secrets to selling out a collection without selling out to the trends. Kelly breaks down her process, encourages us, and gives invaluable advice in an episode you won't want to miss. It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet...

Carla Nikitaids and Kathryn Humphries are the co-founders of All You Need Method, a new way for creative entrepreneurs, digital creators, and small business owners at any stage of the business journey to build an unforgettable brand, reach the right customers, and grow their business. Being a part of All You Need Method is like having two industry experts in your back pocket giving you the confide...

Join us as we talk all things vacation, HVACs, and why rest is important for creatives. Plus a small podcast update. It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new best gal pals, Kayla Cole Pacana  &  Kendal Blanchard . Two art entrepreneurs dissecting all things life, art, and business. Join them to figure out the ups and the downs of runni...

Walking through the process of finding your unique artist voice can be tough. This episode we talk about finding inspiration without imitating. An interesting area of art business that affects all artists. It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new best gal pals, Kayla Cole Pacana  &  Kendal Blanchard . Two art entrepreneurs dissecting a...

Digital collectives have become a common ground for artists to thrive in the representation space. Liza Pruitt is a thought leader in the digital collective space and joins us to answer all of our pressing questions.   This is a throw-back interview we are sure you will glean meaningful business inspiration from.  It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends...

Do you ever wish your business could run on auto-pilot? With email sequencing, it can. While you are busy painting, the communication piece can run in the background of your business. In today's episode we break down exactly what that means, how to do it, and our favorite platform for emailing collectors. It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet yo...

The commission process can be daunting if you don't know how to organize it. Today we sit down with the commission queen herself, Kelly Pelfrey , to discuss all things commissions. Kelly breaks down her process, encourages us, and gives invaluable advice in an episode you won't want to miss. It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new best ga...

Love it or hate it, social media is here to stay. As an artist you don't have time to focus on the wrong thing when your apps are open. You are busy creating, dreaming, and selling... marketing shouldn't bring negative emotion into your free-spirit studio! In today's episode, we break down how to WIN the comparison game online as an artist. It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid g...

We are tackling a few questions in today's episode that artists bring to us weekly: Are you starting to sell art and lost on how to price it? Is it time to increase your pricing but don't know how? Are you contemplating adding products to your shop?  Join us as we talk through pricing art, building sellable products, and all of the revenue possibilities you have as an artist. It can be lonely sell...

Making lemonade out of lemons is surely an art form too, right? Artist Kelsey Nichols joins us today to share how a life event changed the trajectory of her entire family's future and how she is using art to save children's lives every day because of it. It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new best gal pals,  Kayla Cole Pacana  &  Ken...

Can you be a successful artist and have a life too? Keeping up with day-to-day  life is hard enough without mixing in high volumes of collectors. In this episode we break down simple ways to make life easier in the mundane. The made up concept of work-life-balance is busted as we talk through actual steps to relieve stress of running a business + living your life. It can be lonely selling art ever...

Working with large scale brands can tilt an art business into success overdrive, but how do you get in front of the brands? Join Kayla and Kendal as they talk through the formula that hundreds of successful artist have used to get noticed by brands across the country.  It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new best gal pals, Kayla Cole Paca...

Join Kayla and Kendal as they talk through the wildest sales concept in recent months: The Sparkly Tampon Effect. It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new best gal pals, Kayla Cole Pacana & Kendal Blanchard . Two art entrepreneurs dissecting all things life, art, and business. Join them to figure out the ups and the downs of running yo...

Welcome to The Connected Canvas. It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new best gal pals, Kayla Cole Pacana & Kendal Blanchard . Two art entrepreneurs dissecting all things life, art, and business. Join them to figure out the ups and the downs of running your own creative business.  Follow ➡️ @connectedcanvaspodcast