Creative Thursday

What do you do when you feel resistance to the very thing you say you want, like growing your Art business.   Specifically, what keeps you from putting your work out in the world for sale? Is it: that it's hard for you to part with your originals? you're afraid of the response how it will be received? you're concerned it might not sell?   And what does it mean if your work doesn't sell?   Welcome to another session of Creative Business Coaching over coffee where Artist Una Marz courageously, and vulnerably answers the questions above when she asked for coaching help to understand her fears around releasing her original works.   Una and I talk through her fears after I share several announcements from Sell A Piece of Art Challenge starting this Monday! to Opening registration to my first in-person painting workshop in Los Angeles this November To the story of how the opportunity to design my first box of cards for Papyrus came to be.   Join us for Sell A Piece of Art this Week   link-> https://sellmyartthi

Hi! It's me Marisa, your Creative Biz Bestie sharing the scoop on why how and when to get support as a Creative especially if you're pursuing Creativity as your career.   I break down the possibilities for learning in my multi-layer cake approach to education, along with the choices you'll make when it comes to investing in your education how to be discerning when getting support from experienced Mentors and how to know if they are right for you how to determine your budget for investing in your support   I also talk about the importance of when and how to choose a Mentor who has Coaching expertise, the skills that make a good Coach the training needed to practical and intuitive guidance     And in response to an Expansive Artist member request for more Mindset recommendations from podcasts to books I share some of my favorites with you.   Join us for Sell A Piece of Art this Week Challenge + Coaching https://sellmyartthisweek.com/   Want to know when spots open up for 1:1 Coaching again email us at sup

Did you get a chance to listen to episodes 317 (part 1) and 318 (part 2)   WARNING: Don't listen to part 3 until you've listened to parts 1 and 2 in order. I kid, and yet I don't.   I'm guessing you're a freedom seeker like me and you like to do things your way, and I get that.   I can't make you listen to these episodes in order. You are free to listen to them, however, whenever you like. But if you really want to get the most from tuning into this series of episodes, listen to them, and journal your honest answers to the prompts in order.   Ok, I've said my peace. On with part 3! :)   So you've been doing "all the things" to sell your work and you're still not having the success you want? You're trying to make changes in your "Mindset" but the changes aren't sticking? WHY? And the defeat you're feeling is starting to get you down and making you question whether this Artist life is actually meant for you?   What can you do about it?   While we have access to a lot of education around the practical steps to s

Spoiler Alert: Don't skip ahead! Did you get a chance to listen to episode 317 (part 1)   So you've been doing "all the things" to sell your work and you're still not having the success you want? You're trying to make changes in your "Mindset" but the changes aren't sticking? WHY?   If you haven't listened yet, to get the most of this series talking about how to find more success at selling your work, be sure to go back and journal your answers to the prompts I share in part 1.   While we have access to a lot of education around the practical steps to selling your Art + Creations, there aren't enough conversations around this very important piece to selling your work ~ your ENERGY.   Let's keep the conversation going with part 2 of a 3-part series.   There's a lot of talk around Mindset when it comes to success, specifically making Money, but what creates your Mindset?   When does it start? What if your mindset isn't working for you? How do you change it?   There's a foundational piece you don't want to miss

So you've been doing "all the things" to sell your work and you're still not having the success you want?   While we have access to a lot of education around the practical steps to selling your Art + Creations, there aren't enough conversations around this very important piece to selling your work ~ your ENERGY. Let's change that conversation starting now with this episode, part 1 of a 3-part series.   We talk about confidence but your overall energy is much more than that.   While you can muscle your way through to a certain level of confidence, a consistent, integrated, inspired energy around selling work is what you need to build the successful business you dream of.   What's the specific energy you need and how do you accomplish that exactly? That's what I'm talking about in part 1 of this 3 part series.   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

The latest in trendy buzzwords or concepts that actually play well together? And if so how can Money Mindset + Manifestation help you reach your goals + dreams?   A topic I've wanted to explore more in-depth on this podcast for some time...It took a minute to meet + invite and get to know the guest I trust to take this conversation further ~ one who not only walks the walk but offers one of the clearest explanations of Mindset + Manifestation, along with practical tips and recommendations on how you can choose to practice both (with an approach that works for you) to invite more Abundance (including Money) into your world.   As an Artist who's been aware of, continually learning, and practicing my version of Manifestation for well over 20 years, this conversation sparked a profound new clarity + transformational insight that has stayed with me ever since we recorded this episode   Packed with inspiration and ah-ha's + Insight from a limitless Creative who's resume includes: a Tony Award Winning Producer, Awar

What do you do when your creative spirit is missing?   We don't often talk about this as Artists ~ but the thing about turning your passion into your business, is that lines can get blurred and you need to find ways of staying connected to your passion to have long lasting success in your career.   And when seasons of life can feel like too much all at once, making Art might feel like the last thing you want to do ~ yet without your Art there is no business...   As Professional Creatives we need tools at the ready to give ourselves grace, while also helping us to find our way back to center and inspiration again.   In today's episode I'm offering a possible solution: I talk about how I navigate social media for my creative businesswhen I don't feel like sharing The boundaries I set for myself when it comes to engaging with social media A variety of tools I use to help find my way back to my center + peace + creative inspiration   - and inviting you to join me for #30daysofsketchwithmarisa if you feel inspir

Welcome to another installment of Artist Success Stories.   This episode highlights 3 of our Expansive Artist Members sharing stories about how they came to follow their passion and experience breakthroughs with their Art + Creative Businesses.   Artists; Erwin Ong, Una Marz, and Tracey Murrell join me for this episode where we talk about: Erwin shares how he learned to trust + courageously say yes to a new opportunity that lead to a $2500 Mural project Una how she finally stopped hiding to begin confidently sharing her Art and herself doing LIVE videos And Tracey shares how she transformed a time of loss into a decision to follow the passion she had since being a teenager     Perfect timing to join our inspiring community of Expansive Artists! Doors are OPEN starting today through next Tuesday, June 27 @ 11:59 pm PDT   Get ready to experience your next Creative + Art Business breakthrough with plenty of support, accountability, and encouragement along the way.   We can't wait to welcome you!   Come join us

Are you making progress at a pace you're pleased with?   Or does it feel like everyone's journey to success is going a whole lot faster than yours?   In this episode, we're talking about time and timing is Overnight Success actually a thing that's possible today and if so is it what you want what timing is right for you how long does it take to grow a successful Art business are you going after your definition of success or someone else's   Join us for the Sell A Piece of Art Challenge starting Monday, June 19! sellmyarthisweek.com   To get the latest updates, click here to join the Creative Thursday List   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

Have you ever wondered if you're not really ready for your dream? Or what if your dream actually isn't right for you?   Of is it that self-doubt and fear have momentarily gotten the best of you...   With all this talk of Impostor Syndrome, I thought it was time for a deeper dive into what this phenomenon is all bout ~ especially because when using this term as it applies to Artists + Creatives there's a lot of grey area.   In today's episode, I talk about when the concept of Impostor Syndrome originated, it's actual definition, and who it was describing how does it apply to Artists how to know if you're an Impostor or just think you are the questions to ask to help you let it go once and for all     To get the latest updates, and be the first to know when the next Sell a Piece of Art this Week challenge kicks off this month, click here to join the Creative Thursday List   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

Works every time!   In all my years of Art making, sharing, and selling there's always 1 step I take that helps me in every area of my creative practice.   In today's episode, I share with you my go-to tip to help you: kick-start your creative inspiration stay consistent with your Creative Practice complete a series of work share your work with the world   Enjoy + happy creating!   Visit the new paintings at creativethursday.com and for an invitation to a preview and pre-sale of new work click here to join the Creative Thursday Collector's List   To get the latest updates, click here to join the Creative Thursday List   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

Dedicated to all the Mama's out there - in honor of Mother's Day and celebration of my Mama's 84th birthday today.   A deeply personal podcast episode for you.   For years I've wanted to invite my mom, Erika to share her story here on the podcast, and today (on her birthday) it's finally happening!   A conversation with a Mother and Daughter, a personal story of a dynamic, passionate, independent Woman whose life began during WWII in Germany and ultimately brought her to the United States with via Italy and Paris, France, the Bahamas, and Russia.   Not our usual creative business chat, but we talk about life, from family, generational evolutions, culture, career, travel to love and teddy bears.   A very big leap of trust for a deeply private person to share her story here with us.   We truly hope you enjoy this episode and that it might inspire you. We only got through a portion of Erika's story and we may be open to bringing you more of the story if you think that's another episode you would enjoy. Please le

Ready to dream + explore more possibilities of how to profit from your Creative Gifts!   Welcome to part 2 of last week's episode no. 308 (you can listen to part 1 right here) where I walk you through 8 more ideas for generating revenue with your Art.   Everything I'm listing in this episode and the one last week are all proven ways I've generated revenue in Creative Thursday over the past 16 years.   It's a well-known fact that for a business owner to have peace of mind, you want to have multiple revenue streams, some more passive than active, and what I'm emphasizing today is to have recurring revenue built into (at least 1, if not more) of those streams too.   I've been talking about my friend and business coach Stu McLaren's workshop over the last couple of weeks. If you're seriously considering starting your own membership, product or knowledge focused, and you're reading this TODAY! You're in luck because Stu just opened the doors to TME - The Membership Experience this week and TODAY is the very LAST D

Continuing the topic of generating multiple revenue streams in your business, in this episode I'm sharing part 1 of 2 episodes with a list of 15 proven ways to profit from your Art.   Everything I'm listing in this episode and the one coming next week are all proven ways I've generated revenue in Creative Thursday over the past 16 years.   It's a well-known fact that for a business owner to have peace of mind, you want to have multiple revenue streams, some more passive than active, and what I'm emphasizing today is to have recurring revenue built into (at least 1, if not more) of those streams too.   My friend and business coach Stu is hosting his 1X annual FREE Workshop all about how to turn what you know, love, and do into recurring revenue in your business, and part 3 is today! You're not too late to join us, and he's also hosting a Masterclass this Sunday to catch everyone up at 8 pm ET   Jump in and join us here   Join us for the Sunday Masterclass   To get the latest updates, click here to join the Cre

Want peace of mind as an Artist, Solo-preneur Creative Business owner?   I'll never forget what one of my early Mentors said to me "You want to sleep at night as an entrepreneur? You're going to want many eggs in your basket"   And she was right. By eggs, she was referring to multiple revenue streams. The part that I would add today is to make as many revenue streams as you can recurring revenue.   Artists in particular have to be very careful about conserving their energy, especially when they turn their Art into a business because feeling inspired is not only tied to your creative well but to your income.   It's all too easy to experience burnout when you're consistently creating for your revenue.   You can really sleep at night when you have consistent income coming in, in some cases while you're sleeping.   In today's episode, a behind-the-scenes of one of our Expansive Artists call, my friend and Mentor Stu McLaren is back on the podcast to share ideas for all the ways you can add recurring revenue via 2

Do you ever wish interviewers would go into detail about the exact steps to that tipping point moment that transforms someone, (especially a fellow Creative) from struggling to success?   As an interviewer, I'm working on it...   When I bring guests on the podcast, I promise to dive deeper into those specific stories because those can be some of the best moments on the journey and very often the ones we can relate to the most.   Like the stories shared today in another installment of Artist Success Stories. This episode highlights 3 of our Expansive Artist Members sharing stories about how they came to trust their creative calling and started to experience breakthroughs with their Art + Creative Businesses.   Artists; Tracey Diamond, Tracey Hayes, and Grace Gallaher Fitzpatrick join me for this episode and we talk about: Tracey D. shares how she landed a dream job to create the Art and Design for the Montclair Film Festival Poster Tracey H. shares how she went from part-time to full-time Artist And Grace sha

Did you hear about what happened to Etsy sellers last week?   After 16 years of selling Art online, getting an early start also selling on Etsy, there's one non-negotiable that I emphasize to ALL of the Artists I have the opportunity to work with, and I'm sharing it with you in today's episode.   The recent Etsy events reminded me just how important this one tip is an inspired 2 more I'm sharing especially if I were getting started selling my Art online today.   In this episode I talk about: the most important assets in your business and how to protect them the trends that are happening in online selling and how to prepare for the changes coming how to get noticed faster than when the algorithm chooses to feature you, and without paid ads   If you want to put these tips into practice as soon as next week, Come join us! I'm hosting my Sell A Piece of Art Workshop + Coaching Week and you're invited.   Click the link below to register sellmyartthisweek.com   To get the latest updates, click here to join the Cr

In celebration of my 16th year as a Professional Artist this week, also what I refer to as my Dream come True Anniversary, I'm sharing 16 lessons I've learned along the way.   Get comfy and grab your favorite beverage as I dive into what I'm glad I knew, and wish I would've known.   In today's episode, I talk in detail about what will set you up for success from your belief in yourself and what's possible for you how you feel about the work you create keeping a regular practice that helps you stay focused how to value the work you create   while also sharing tips on how to keep your eye on the big picture on the days when the challenges may feel bigger than you anticipated how to avoid burnout why it's important to embrace your least favorite tasks in your business what help you'll need help with and when why your attitude about investing in your business can make or break your momentum   Thank you for listening + supporting my work with Creative Thursday for 16 years!   Want to be the first to know about

Not just talking about your studio space today, or perhaps? a kitchen table studio like where I first started my Art business, but in today's episode I share a story about how I figured out what cultivated my most inspired creative times.   It wasn't obvious to me until recently ~ first when I founded The Expansive Artists, with an intention to cultivate and support an inspired creative community of fellow Artists growing businesses along with hosting in person creative events, like retreats and workshops ~   Here's the thing: the environment and community you choose to surround yourself with can make all the difference in the way you find, tap into and express your unique creative vision.   It's way more important than you might realize. I invited a special guest, Floral Designer and Founder of Apotheca Flowers, Alyssa Van Guilder to join me for this conversation.   We're both excited to announce that our 2020 dream of hosting an in person creative + creative business event together, is finally happening thi

Are you someone who writes down your goals for the year or do you question if this ritual actually gets you the results you want?   How about writing down your "word for the year"?   Do these practices really make a difference or are they just busy work to remind us what we didn't accomplish since last year? Do they only make sense at the beginning of a new year or can they still make a difference in any month you choose?   I'll be honest, I was skeptical for a long time about whether this kind of specificity around my goals and intentions was actually helpful, then I gave it a try and realized it's a game changer.   In today's episode, I share with you why I decided to not only choose a word for the year but to share it publicly.   I talk about how these simple practices can help you gain clarity year after year, no matter when you implement them how that clarity can help you know exactly what to focus on next the powerful intentions a single word can cultivate for you and what mine are for the word I choos