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What would change for you if you could see a passive 6 figure income from unsold art you have on hand right now? Generating passive income with your art skills is a game changer and one you don't want to miss. You can start generating over $5000 a month online with art you've already created. Rachel Harrison-Sund is an award winning art director from a multinational advertising agency that pivoted her wildly successful career into a wildly passionate online business that she's grown into a multiple 6 figures passive income. She now teaches others how to use their unique talent and skills to do Low Content Publishing through the Kindle Direct publishing platform "If you know how to create a beautiful book cover and a beautiful interior you have such a leg up." -Rachel Harrison-Sund Turn your unsold prints into full-time income Leverage your artistic skills to create planners at scale Monetize your skills and talents in new creative ways Being able to travel more, live in flow with your creativity and in abundance is possible. Sometimes it takes looking at how we're doing things from a totally different angle, and oftentimes you'll find that the residual of what you're already creating has more value than you think. "I'm really passionate about helping people discover what their unique skills are and monetize them." -Rachel Harrison-Sund Pre-Order your copy of my new book, Artpreneur and get several bonuses Follow us on Instagram for tips and value you can't get anywhere else. For full show notes go to show link schulmanart.com/226 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies. Whether you're a passionista or a passion professional, I've got something just for you. ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎤NEVER MISS AN EPISODE! If you loved this, I've got more inspirational episodes coming your way! Please make sure you hit the subscribe or follow button in your podcast app. And if you're feeling extra generous- leave me a review-- https://schulmanart.com/review-podcast ++++++++++++++++++++ BTW If you pop your Instagram handle at the end of the review, I'll even give you a shout out over on my IG stories! ++++++++++++++++++++ I'd love to chat with you on Instagram: http://instagram.com/schulmanart

It's going to be a busy fall in the art auction world. Paul Allen's Art Collection Headed to Auction The late Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, was an avid art collector and it's all going to auction. It's valued at 1 billion dollars. What can you get? One of my favorites is Gustav Klimt's Birch Trees. It inspired me for more than one of my collage musical tree paintings. You could also grab Georgia O'Keeffe's White rose and works from Agnes Martin and Louise Bourgeois. There doesn't seem to be a recession when it comes to major collectors. This is expected to sell for the highest ever in art-auction history. Grace Hartigan and the Ninth Street Women Her work received new attention when it was part of an exhibit in Denver. She was also featured in the book Ninth Street Women: Lee Krasner, Elaine de Kooning, Grace Hartigan, Joan Mitchell, and Helen Frankenthaler: Five Painters and the Movement That Changed Modern Art. Elaine and Willem de Kooning Elaine de Kooning was an accomplished landscape and portrait artist active in the Abstract Expressionist movement of the mid-twentieth century. I knew about Willem and Elaine de Kooning, but I wasn't aware that they had such a turbulent history. The couple had what was later called an open marriage; they both were casual about sex and about each other's affairs. They separated for years to reunite again later in life. Elaine's art reflected the turbulence similar to today's world of conflict and uncertainty. You can find out more about her influences in the book Ninth Street Women: Lee Krasner, Elaine de Kooning, Grace Hartigan, Joan Mitchell, and Helen Frankenthaler: Five Painters and the Movement That Changed Modern Art. Check out other books on my book club list here. MoMA Plans to Auction off $70 Million in Art This Fall The proceeds are going to be used for digital art and to create a streaming channel. The museum has a wait and see approach to NFT's but many others are all in. Check out my interview about this topic and how some artists are benefitting from the trend. How Blake Jamieson Makes Money Selling NFTs Art World Weekend Edition Did you know that my book Artprenuer is available for pre-sale? I've got the best bonuses for those who purchase early including a trip to NYC for a coaching session with me. Don't miss out. Grab the book and the bonuses here.

You can always use more ways to sell art, and I love sharing more ways for you to make extra money from your art. I shared 3 Quick Cash Strategies for Creatives in a previous episode, but today I'm bringing you another fun and simple way to quickly sell more art. Today, I'm going to give you the rundown on how to sell more art from an open studio whether it's indoors or outdoors! "The number of people who buy versus the people who show up are always much higher, [...] most people who do show up are going to buy." What's an open studio strategy Why are open studios a great way to sell your art How and what to sell during an open studio If you're considering new ways to make money as an artist, an open studio can be a great way to showcase your works in progress, your finished pieces, and any other items you may have such as calendars to sell. It's a small and more intimate setup, so remember it's okay to expect smaller numbers of people, and that means you'll want to create an experience that's inviting and great for collecting art. "If you don't have something that they want, now's a good time to take a commission." Check out the the Selling List Follow us on Instagram for even more value For full show notes go to schulmanart.com/224 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies. Whether you're a passionista or a passion professional, I've got something just for you. ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎤NEVER MISS AN EPISODE! If you loved this, I've got more inspirational episodes coming your way! Please make sure you hit the subscribe or follow button in your podcast app. And if you're feeling extra generous- leave me a review-- https://schulmanart.com/review-podcast ++++++++++++++++++++ BTW If you pop your Instagram handle at the end of the review, I'll even give you a shout out over on my IG stories! ++++++++++++++++++++ I'd love to chat with you on Instagram: http://instagram.com/schulmanart

This week my briefings were all related to my visit to the Metropolitan Museum of Art where they have a number of exhibits representing the black experience in art. Ceramic Face Vessels Museums have been making an effort to reset the balance of their exhibits and the artists promoted. It's part of the response to the social justice movements and subsequent conversations about the lived experience of non-white and other unrepresented artists. The Metropolitan Museum of Art had several exhibits that highlighted previously overlooked artists. One of my favorite exhibits were ceramic face vessels. If you're visiting (or planning to visit) the Metropolitan Museum of Art, be sure to check out my secret hack that will allow you to skip the long lines at the main entrance. Seneca Village Artists I checked out the new exhibit called Afro-Futurism at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. That's where I learned about Seneca Village. It was a thriving community until the land was appropriated for the park and the museum. The exhibit attempts to portray what might have come from the artists if the village had been permitted to thrive. I'd love it if you'd leave me a review for the Artpreneur Alexa skill. If you do, email a screen shot to hello@schulmanart.com and we'll send you my eBook Unlocking Your Style as a thank you. Representing the Black Experience Through Sculpture While at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, I came across an exhibit I was not expecting called Why Born Enslaved. It's a single sculpture by artist Jean Baptist-Carpeaux. He created this sculpture after emancipation in America and 20 years after slavery had been abolished in France as well. The sculpture is beautiful and it's also a reminder that this woman was depicted as a slave in what could be considered an example of a white man's vision of a woman in bondage. It's a good reminder that context is always a part of the artist's vision. For more on that topic, check out two great podcast conversations: How to Be an Anti-Racist Artist and Poverty Mindset, both with artist Erica Courdae. Race and Winslow Homer I visited this exhibit with two other artists from the incubator. We all loved his painting called Cotton Pickers. It's a beautiful painting and we all felt that Homer depicted the two women in a powerful way without trying to romanticize the era. His watercolors are all realistic, and he captures the expressions of the people in his paintings in a realistic way. If you'd like to learn to paint watercolor portraits you can get my new Portrait Painting eBook (free!) that has my 5 steps, plus my recommended list of supplies to get you started. Get Paid to Write Poetry When I left the Metropolitan Museum of Art, I walked past a man with a typewriter and a sign that said poems $2. I was intrigued and asked him to write me a poem. He asked me to share a bit about myself and he wrote a poem just for me. You can follow him on Instagram at j.d.b My book, Artpreneur The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, is now available for pre-sale. It's for poets and artists everywhere.

Do you struggle with finding time to do what you love, like your art? Instead of beating yourself up over it, it's time to make a plan and get really intentional about making time for your creativity. In this episode I'm going to give you 3 strategic ways you can start finding more time for your art starting today! "Value your time as much as you value your artwork" Areas you'll likely find more time for your art: An accountability system that involves other people works really well Recover your time by outsourcing what you can Pay attention to your avoidant behaviors blocking your time for art Looking at all the ways you procrastinate is a great way to uncover if something more serious is going on that you'll need to address. You can tackle the things blocking your time for art, but unless you efficiently manage your time and your energy you may actually miss bigger issues going on. "It's not just about having more time to do what you want to do, it's also about managing your energy." Check out the the Artist Profit Plan Follow us on Instagram for even more value For full show notes go to schulmanart.com/222 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies. Whether you're a passionista or a passion professional, I've got something just for you. ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎤NEVER MISS AN EPISODE! If you loved this, I've got more inspirational episodes coming your way! Please make sure you hit the subscribe or follow button in your podcast app. And if you're feeling extra generous- leave me a review-- https://schulmanart.com/review-podcast ++++++++++++++++++++ BTW If you pop your Instagram handle at the end of the review, I'll even give you a shout out over on my IG stories! ++++++++++++++++++++ I'd love to chat with you on Instagram: http://instagram.com/schulmanart

This week I'm talking about the death of the business card and social media. What do you do when Instagram stops working for you? How do you manage when things change in the social media world? The Death of the Business Card I recently had new business cards printed up for those in-person events when people can't see my name on the Zoom screen. There are other ways to share info. QR codes come to mind, and I was recently made aware that you can get a chip embedded in your hand that people can scan with their phone. No thank you! Business cards can be helpful when you are meeting people in a social or network setting. Hear the 3 ways I use them to connect and keep in touch. The Rise of the Product Drop Technology is changing how companies are launching all types of products. Artists should pay attention to this effective strategy. Using exclusivity to create demand is good news and good business for artists. Artists Tell Instagram ' Stop Tryin to be TikTok' Instagram creators are NOT happy. Over 300,000 people signed a petition complaining about the recent changes. Emphasizing video content instead of the graphics and photos that we all loved has created havoc for many artists and other businesses. The problem isn't algorithm changes. The problem is relying on social media sites to reach your new and existing clients. I've been telling everyone who'll listen to create your own platform (hello email list!) so you can always reach those who've raised their hand to get your info. Instagram Failing to Keep Up with TikTok Are you using Instagram less than you used to? The content I create is getting less engagement. Instagram is failing to make reels effective by punishing people for reposting the same content. I want you to use your creativity on your art, not creating social posts that few will see or spending hours on a video hoping it gets some traction. Find out what am doing instead. The Future of Marketing is Email, Not Social Media Tik Tok is taking over, and Instagram is no longer working. What am I recommending to my artist clients instead? Hear an excerpt from my upcoming book where I lay out the exact strategy that continues to work for me. Here's what you need to know: email marketing is more effective than social media in almost every category! That's why my book Artpreneur highlights time-tested principles to help you grow your art business. Don't forget to preorder the Artpreneur Book and get the bonus right away!

What do you do when trolls, haters or critics leave negative comments? Well, this is the nature of being in a digital world. Everyone online has an opinion and some of them seem to make it their mission to leave negative comments and reviews. There's a difference between constructive criticism, feedback, and comments that challenge you in a productive and respectful way. However, comments that offer absolutely no value can hurt, especially if they detract from your content. In today's solo episode, I'm giving you 8 ways to better deal with the haters, the critics, and those pesky trolls so you can stay inspired and continue sharing. The very first way to deal with negativity from the mean trio of online commentators, is to just anticipate it. You know they're out there, and the sooner you make peace with the fact that these kinds of people exist, the better your perspective and ability to handle those comments when you see them. If all you have is positive reviews and comments on your work, it may indicate that you're playing too small. Everyone from Brene Brown to the Dalai Lama receives negative comments, and you're no exception, so anticipate it and don't be surprised by it. "I always have compassion when people are coming from a place that even if they are being hateful, that they just have different experiences than I do." I lay out 8 ideas and tips for dealing with the haters, critics, and trolls online when you're growing your business as an artist and knowing your own truth is another part of it you don't want to miss. For full show notes, go to https://schulmanart.com/220 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies. Whether you're a passionista or a passion professional, I've got something just for you. ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎤NEVER MISS AN EPISODE! If you loved this, I've got more inspirational episodes coming your way! Please make sure you hit the subscribe or follow button in your podcast app. And if you're feeling extra generous- leave me a review-- https://schulmanart.com/review-podcast ++++++++++++++++++++ BTW If you pop your Instagram handle at the end of the review, I'll even give you a shout out over on my IG stories! ++++++++++++++++++++ I'd love to chat with you on Instagram: http://instagram.com/schulmanart

This week we're covering the artists behind the official White House portraits, the artist and singer-songwriter Issy Wood, enslaved pottery artists, and American outsider artist Nellie Mae Rowe. Official Obama Portraits Unveiled at the White House The White House held a ceremony to unveil the official portraits of President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama. Better late than never, right? Artist Robert McCurdy painted the official portrait of President Obama. He tells his subjects not to smile and to look directly into the camera to capture a transcendental moment. Michelle Obama selected artist Sharon Sprung. Mrs. Obama's statement about how a girl like her was never meant to be in the White House is inspiring. For more information on the Smithsonian portraits, check out podcast episode 127, Rise of the Black Portrait Artist Portrait Artist Sharon Sprung The identity of the presidential portrait artists is top secret, and it's usually revealed about a year after a former president leaves office. Sharon Sprung painted the official portrait of first lady Michelle Obama. Although she completed it in 9 months, she had to keep the portrait and the fact that she'd done this important work secret for over 5 years! She was inspired to paint portraits by the early death and memory of her father. If you think you'd like to paint portraits, you can take my free class, 5 Simple Steps to Painting Portraits That Your Friends and Family Love Art and Albums: Artist and Singer Songwriter Issy Wood Artist and singer-songwriter Issy Woods (as well as Joni Mitchell) proves that it's possible to be a multi-passionate artist. Her art and her music are provocative, and like the trial-blazer she is, her album is titled My Body Your Choice. She's outspoken, opinionated, talented, and not afraid to let her art reflect her passions. If you'd like to know more about how to generate hype around your work, you'll love hearing my conversation with Michael Schein, The Hype Handbook with Michael F. Schein Enslaved Potters There is a new exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art - Hear Me Now: The Black Potters of Old Edgefield, South Carolina. One of the items exhibited by artist Dave Drake is a piece of pottery signed with his name Dave and the word "concatenation" When I was researching and writing my book, Artpreneur, I was intentional about being inclusive. Too many books about art only talk about white, cisgendered men. Sharing the story of artists like Dave is important to inspire the next generation of artists. It isn't out until January, but you can get pre-order bonuses now! The Art of Nellie Mae Rowe The American artist Nellie Mae Rowe was in her 60's when she began to transform her Atlanta home into what she called her playhouse. It became a destination for artists until she passed away in 1982. Check out her art in the book Really Free: The Radical Art of Nellie Mae Rowe.

If you're feeling like a fish out of water when it comes to sales and marketing, you're not alone! Sales makes many people uncomfortable, but what if increasing your sales was possible without focusing on selling? What if you could use your genius, your natural enthusiasm and flow state to sell more art? Anna Tsui is an intuitive business coach, writer and international speaker that helps people unlock their genius flow. She's worked with Harvard University, Boston Business Women, and even the Boston Police Department, teaching others how to let their genius fuel their business and success is her superpower. In this episode Anna unpacks so much wisdom about how to operate within your genius flow: How to identify your innate genius Approaching sales from your energetic genius rather than ego Leading with your inspiration and love for connection first over sales (for now) Tsui shares how some of the practices you've been taught may actually be closing down your genius. Sometimes we have an aversion to sales and marketing because we haven't developed the muscle to show up as our most authentic selves . Anna shows us how to connect and energize the space you're in even more. Instead of stressing yourself out over more followers and more emails, focus on people and building genuine connections. Lead with curiosity and give yourself permission to not think about sales for a moment by creating more space and opportunity for your genius to lead and inspire others. "Our genius is the thing we discount the most, but it's also the thing that people will pay the most for, and that makes us truly unique." -Anna Tsui For full show notes go to https://schulmanart.com/218 ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎉FREE GOODIES!🎉 Don't forget to check out the Inspiration Place goodie bag. Go pick up your party favor over at SchulmanArt.com/freebies. Whether you're a passionista or a passion professional, I've got something just for you. ++++++++++++++++++++ 🎤NEVER MISS AN EPISODE! If you loved this, I've got more inspirational episodes coming your way! Please make sure you hit the subscribe or follow button in your podcast app. And if you're feeling extra generous- leave me a review-- https://schulmanart.com/review-podcast ++++++++++++++++++++ BTW If you pop your Instagram handle at the end of the review, I'll even give you a shout out over on my IG stories! ++++++++++++++++++++ I'd love to chat with you on Instagram: http://instagram.com/schulmanart

Should Instagram Get to Censor Art? Whether we like it or not, they are. Their guidelines explicitly allow for real world art that depicts sexual content. Some artists are being banned completely. A good example: The Little Black Gallery in London had their entire account deleted for a congratulatory post that had a silhouette image of a woman. Artists need a platform to be seen. I ran into an issue when I tried to promote my watercolor class Go Figure. This course will help you paint realistic and natural human figure, and my very non-explicit image was considered too explicit for Instagram. Click here for access to my Go Figure class. Why Art is Now Boring Do you like art that's interesting, pushing boundaries or boring vanilla art? I know you all want interesting art. So why has art become boring? Journalist, Michelle Goldberg wrote about the new book by W. David Marx Status and Culture: How Our Desire for Social Rank Creates Taste, Identity, Art, Fashion, and Constant Change Goldberg shares that the book highlights how we use art and fashion to demonstrate our social status, but the author no longer thinks it's no longer working. Why? Several reasons but one of the biggest is the ability we have to fake our "image" with filters or by photoshopping ourselves next to a private plane. For links to this and other great reads check out my book club list. Grab my book club reading list here! The Dark Side of Matisse The Red Studio Exhibit shows the famous Matisse painting of his studio. The exhibit pulls out each piece of art and other things in the room. It's made me aware of a backstory that I didn't know until now. The nude painting depicted is likely that of Matisse's daughter who would have been 16 or 17 at the time. It makes me see this in a new light. What do you think? Join the conversation and let me know what you think on Instagram. Big Eyes: The Art of Margaret Keane Margaret D. H. Keane (born Peggy Doris Hawkins, September 15, 1927 – June 26, 2022) was an American artist known for her paintings of subjects with big eyes. She mainly painted women, children, or animals in oil or mixed media. Her husband was originally credited for her work, but she claimed ownership after they divorced. They had to have a "paint off" in court so she could prove it was her work! A resurgence of interest in Margaret Keane's work followed the release of Tim Burton's 2014 biopic Big Eyes which I highly recommend. If you are struggling to gain recognition for your work, I've got you. Check out podcast episode 170, Top Insider Publicity Secrets with Senior Media Coach Lynya Floyd Art World News Weekend Edition It's been a busy week. We've covered censorship on Instagram. Additionally, we found out that art is now boring from author W. David Marx. I'm still checking out your comments about the ethics of Matisse's painting of his daughter. Lastly, I loved sharing Margaret Keane's story about her art, her fight to claim her own work, and why her method of painting eyes came about. Until next time, stay inspired.