What AI Changes for Artists — and What It Doesn’t - Ep. 197
the sparkling creative
Some days I hate AI. Other days I'm like, oh, this is fucking amazing. In this episode, I’m sharing where I am in my own exploration of AI right now: how I’m actually using it in my work and business, where it genuinely saves me time, where I think it can give tiny businesses access to capabilities that previously required money or a whole team, and where I absolutely do NOT want it taking over. We’re also getting into the much bigger questions around creativity, education, critical thinking, intellectual property, privacy, environmental impact, regulation, and what happens when we start...
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The Really F*cking Long Middle - Ep. 195
the sparkling creative
What happens when you realize the next stage of your life is wide open — but you have absolutely no idea yet what it’s going to look like? Right now, I have a collection of Post-it notes with some pretty radical ideas for what I could do next. Some contradict each other, some would change our lives quite significantly, and none of them are decisions yet. In this episode, I’m talking about being in that weird, exciting in-between: when you know things are changing, but you haven't arrived at the answers yet. About dreaming before bringing in practicality. Exploring completely different...
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I Have a Problem With Frames - Ep 194
the sparkling creative
Do I actually hate frames? How do I want my work to actually exist within a space? Lately, I’ve found myself going down a whole new rabbit hole around framing and art presentation. In this episode, I’m sharing where I am in that exploration right now: the gaps I’ve noticed in my own art education, my first experiments in the studio, the practical questions that immediately arise, and why I’m beginning to see art presentation as its own area of research within my artistic practice. Join me while I figure out my position on all of this in real time — and no, this isn't a...
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Art, Life & a Ridiculous Amount of Possibility - Ep. 193
the sparkling creative
Today, there’s no neat lesson or five-step takeaway. I’m taking you into the middle of it instead — while things are still evolving, questions are still open and I have absolutely no idea where some of them will lead. A lot is moving right now. Not in a beautifully curated, everything-makes-sense kind of way. More in a natural, slightly whirlwindy, creatively alive kind of way. I’m talking about getting back into the studio, artistic research becoming a bigger part of my practice again, craving more connection with the art world, wildly dreaming up different versions of our future,...
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Why Every Artist Needs a Clear Vision
the sparkling creative
Every thriving art business begins with a clear vision. But how do you know whether the dream you're chasing is actually yours? In this episode, we're exploring why creating an aligned vision is the foundation of an abundant creative life, how to reconnect with your own inner compass, and a few unexpected ways to uncover what you truly want to build. If you've been feeling pulled in different directions or wondering what your next chapter could look like, this episode will help you reconnect with the vision that's uniquely yours. Mentioned on the Show: APPLY FOR ON AIR COACHING: Take...
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the Scaling Creator
the sparkling creative
What happens when your art business is thriving... but your income is still tied to everything you create? In this episode, we're exploring the Scaling Creator stage—the point where your business is working, but your vision has grown beyond simply creating and selling your next piece. We'll talk about the shift from building a business to building an ecosystem, why scaling is as much an identity shift as a business strategy, and how to create a business that supports more impact, more freedom, and a life that doesn't depend entirely on your time and energy. If you've been feeling called...
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the Seasoned Creator
the sparkling creative
What happens when your art business finally works... but you're more exhausted than fulfilled? In this episode, we're exploring the Seasoned Creator stage—the point where you've built a successful creative business, but the very thing you dreamed of begins pulling you away from the studio. We'll talk about why growth starts to feel heavy, the identity shift from artist to leader, and why systems, support, and letting go become just as important as creativity itself. If you've ever found yourself thinking, "I just want to get back into the studio," this episode will help you understand...
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the Starving Artist
the sparkling creative
The starving artist isn't just someone who struggles financially. It's a stage many artists move through—where your creative voice is finally coming alive, but building a business still feels confusing, frustrating, or completely out of alignment. In this episode, we're unpacking the starving artist myth, why traditional business advice often falls flat for creatives, and what actually needs to shift to move from hoping your art career works… to deciding you're going to make it work. If you've ever wondered why visibility, selling your work, or showing up online feels so much harder than...
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the Aspiring Artist
the sparkling creative
Building an art business doesn't start with marketing. It starts with finding your artistic voice. In this episode, we're exploring the Aspiring Artist stage—the season where your focus isn't on selling your work, but on discovering what you truly want to create, what your art stands for, and the kind of creative life you're dreaming of. We'll talk about why rushing into business too soon can hold you back, how sharing your work helps you find your voice, and why making the "wrong" art is often exactly what leads you to the right work. If you've ever wondered whether you're focusing on the...
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Why You're Stuck Building Your Art Business. (It's Probably Not What You Think)
the sparkling creative
Episode 187 - Why You're Stuck Building Your Art Business. (It's Probably Not What You Think) Most artists don't get stuck because they lack talent—they get stuck because they're focusing on the wrong things at the wrong time. In this episode, I introduce the four stages of building a thriving art career and explain why knowing your current stage can save you years of frustration, wasted energy, and expensive detours. Whether you're just starting out, beginning to sell your work, building a sustainable business, or ready to scale your impact, you'll discover what...
info_outlineFeeling abundant does not necessarily have anything to do with spending money. It can be about enjoying the fullness and beauty of your life right now.
Of course, being able to spend money makes it easier, but keep in mind that there are plenty of people winning the jackpot and losing the money just a few months later.
So let's get you feeling abundant because you are, once you choose it.
I’ll share the secrets today on how to make that happen.
PICK AND CHOOSE, FOUR AFFIRMATIONS TO TRY:
- I deserve luxury.
- I am able to afford the lifestyle I desire.
- I'm ready to receive.
- My creative work sells like hotcakes.
PICK AND CHOOSE, FOUR JOURNAL PROMPT OPTIONS:
- How would living your most abundant life look like?
- What do I need to learn to become finance savvy and know what I'm doing when it comes to money?
- What is standing between you and what you desire to have?
- How would you enjoy sharing your abundance with the world?
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Get coached on the show!
We've decided to try something new and exciting.
It's time to bring the 1-1 coaching magic to every one of you, via the Podcast.
Therefore I'm searching for brave creatives who are interested in getting coached by yours truly while the conversation is recorded for the show.
If you're interested in being one of the lucky few who get a free coaching session on the show you can apply here and I'll see if you're a good fit.
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Abundance is right at your fingertips.
We creatives don't need to live the starving artist myth.
Reprogram your mind by using the FREE AFFIRMATION CARDS I've created for you.
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