Art Is... a podcast for artists (Isotta Page)

Welcome to Season 5 Episode 11 of Art Is… a podcast for artists. Isotta, your host, is excited to kick off this episode with a personal reflection on the journey undertaken in Season 5. It's been a season filled with growth, collaboration, and exploration of new ideas, and Isotta will be sharing some thoughts on these developments.

One of the central themes explored in this episode is the concept of being "self-referential." This idea was introduced to Isotta by Daniel Arsham during his keynote commencement address at Cooper Union in 2020. Arsham emphasized the importance of trusting oneself and one's creative vision in the long term, encouraging the drawing upon past ideas and references to create consistency and flow in one's work. Central to this idea is patience, allowing ideas to marinate for years even before coming to fruition in physical form.

Isotta and Lauryn, co-hosts of Art Is..., took Arsham's message to heart and extended this idea into Season 5. They've been referencing past interviews and episodes through clips in each episode, embracing an evergreen mindset. This approach ensures that their work continues to serve the emerging art community, providing lasting impact.

In this vein, Lauryn also shares a clip from her previous interview with multidisciplinary creative, Kia Warren, where they discuss her experiences working in various creative fields and meeting famous artists at the Surf Lodge. Kia's journey challenges the narrative of being a "jack of all trades and master of none" while providing a thoughtful perspective into the career of a cross genre multi-hyphenate creative.

Isotta and Lauryn then delve into their thoughts on the clips from Kia's interview and Arsham's keynote, breaking down some common narratives about creativity and the art world.

To wrap things up, Lauryn takes the audience on a brief journey to the TASCHEN Beverly Hills store, where Season 5 of Art Is... was recorded. She shares insights about one of her favorite books from the store, tying it all together with their ongoing exploration of the art world and the creative industries.

Whether you're an artist or an art enthusiast, this episode is bound to spark your creativity and expand your creative horizons. Thanks for tuning in to Art Is... a podcast for artists!

Topics covered: 

• Personal reflective note from Isotta on the making of season 5 and the developments in her practice since the beginning of the season including thoughts on segmentation, collaboration and opening yourself to new ideas 
• The notion of being “self referential” which was introduced to Isotta by Daniel Arsham in his keynote commencement address for Cooper Union in 2020 
•  Arsham’s discussion on the importance of trusting yourself, and your creative vision in the long term, and allowing yourself to draw upon past ideas and references to create consistency and flow in your work 
• Patience and practice, experiences and reflections on this
• The rationale of Season 5 explained: why Isotta nd Lauryn chose to include clips of past interviews and episodes through c
• The idea of the evergreen mindset, creating lasting impactful work that will continue to serve the emerging art community
• Lauryn shares a clip from her previous interview with multidisciplinary creative Kia Warren
• Kia shares about her time at surf lodge meeting famous artists 
• Kia’s experience doing many different creative types of work, managing multiple interests and passions - pushing back on the “jack of all trades and master of none” narrative
• Isotta and Lauryn share their thoughts on the Warren clip and Arsham keynote and do some narrative busting 
• Lauryn shares about one of her favorite books in the TASCHEN Beverly Hills store, the location where Season 5 of the Art Is… podcast was recorded 

Resources Mentioned: 

Isotta's Art Newsletter: https://isotta.beehiiv.com/subscribe

Daniel Arsham Cooper Union Commencement Address Keynote: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvLgSp6UBoM

Kia Warren https://www.instagram.com/kiaifaniwarren/?hl=en 

The Surf Lodge https://www.thesurflodge.com/music

Thomas Laird TASCHEN Book ‘Murals of Tibet’ https://www.taschen.com/en/limited-editions/art/02617/thomas-laird-murals-of-tibet

Curated Splash Resources https://www.curatedsplash.com/blog 

TASCHEN Publishing https://www.taschen.com/en/ 

Learn more about our partner ART MO: https://artmo.com/

Follow along @artmo__

Article about Isotta, Art Is… & ARTMO https://artmo.com/buzz/artmo-introduces-its-new-partner-art-is-podcast 

Learn more and read transcripts at https://www.artispodcast.com/

Follow the podcast at @artispodcast

Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work http://www.isottapage.com/

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her work https://www.curatedsplash.com/

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Welcome to Season 5's Bonus Episode, an exclusive recording of the 'Unlocking Wealth Workshop: Transform Your Relationship with Money' hosted by Season 5 co-host Lauryn Hill from Curated Splash.

Topics covered: 

3 fundamental principles 

• Slowing down and connecting with present moment to release limiting beliefs and let go of scarcity mindset 
• Shifting mindset to the infinite- abundance mindset for money to flow to you 
• Being of service- seeing your value and sharing it with the world 

Easy check in questions (inspired by Ryan Roi):

1. If you were to pretend that you were in an intimate relationship with money, as if money were a person in your life how would you describe that relationship? Are you at ease? Are you avoiding it? Angry or resentful? What does that relationship look like? If you don’t have a great relationship then it probably doesn't want to stay in your life… 
2. What kind of relationship would you choose to have with money if you could have any kind of relationship? Thinking about money as a child that you care for and that you help grow… 
3. What are some ways that you could cultivate that relationship right now? Learning how to be a good steward for your money, how do you want to show up to that relationship? 
4. What are some of your inherent ways of being/belief systems that you got from your parents/mentors or from society in general? 
5. How can I find new and joyful ways for money to flow to me? 

Live coaching at the end with workshop participants 

Resources Mentioned: 

Free Career Values & Motivations Guide: https://www.curatedsplash.com/shop 

Free Career Clarity Starter Kit for Creatives: https://www.curatedsplash.com/starter-kit-landing-page

Curated Splash Resources https://www.curatedsplash.com/blog 

Lauryn’s pricing framework https://www.curatedsplash.com/blog/5-steps-to-properly-pricing-your-art 

TASCHEN Publishing https://www.taschen.com/en/ 

Learn more about our partner ART MO: https://artmo.com/

Follow along @artmo__

Article about Isotta, Art Is… & ARTMO https://artmo.com/buzz/artmo-introduces-its-new-partner-art-is-podcast 

Learn more and read transcripts at https://www.artispodcast.com/

Follow the podcast at @artispodcast

Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work http://www.isottapage.com/

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her work https://www.curatedsplash.com/

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Episode 13: Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Loria King & Avril Z Speaks, Director and Executive Producer on their film installation project, Black America Is…, come back for the second instalment of their deep dive. 

Today, Loria and Avril share their journeys of creative collaboration and how they worked on their film installation project Black America Is…

It started with a chance meeting in grad school at Columbia and developed into a lifelong friendship led by common values and mutual respect. We learn to view networking with other creatives and entrepreneurs as less intimidating and more as a fellow friend sharing our same passion. Loria and Avril share stories and personal perspectives with us, explaining how their intersecting core values fuel their creative collaboration.

Join Isotta on today’s episode as Loria and Avril, two film industry icons empower young creatives to step out of their comfort zone in meeting new people that could potentially alter their future portfolio and make a lasting impression as a supportive and passionate friend.   

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• Transition from one form of art into another
• How covid has changed the filmmaking process
• How to find the right person to collaborate on a common passion
• The value of treating networking as getting to know people as friends
• Tips for younger creatives in creating friendships through creation
• The value of having a different perspective through a different set of eyes

Resources Mentioned:

• Black America Is… Trailer

Guest Info

Connect with Loria King on Instagram and Twitter, and connect with Avril Z Speaks on Instagram, Twitter, and her website.

Follow Us:

Include links to where listeners can find you online:

• Our Website
• Instagram | Isotta’s Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

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Episode 01: Alex Farkas, Founder and Director of UGallery joins Isotta in conversation to discuss how he built a sustainable art business. UGallery has pioneered selling art online since it was established in San Francisco in 2006. In Part 1 of their conversation, Alex and Isotta discuss the importance of finding your business niche. Alex also shares why UGallery is so focused on storytelling and how he has helped hundreds of artists share their stories. The episode is a behind the scenes view into the professional experience of a successful art entrepreneur.

* Opening clip by Creative Career Coach Lauryn Hill 

Learn more at: www.curatedsplash.com

IG: @curatedsplash

Book your free career clarity session: lauryn@curatedsplash.com

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Welcome to Season 5 Episode 10 of Art Is... a podcast for artists, where we brainstorm the future of the art world and the creative industries.

In this episode, Lauryn and Isotta explore the intriguing world of pricing, shedding light on how it influences perceptions of work. The discussion delves into the often mysterious reasons behind high, low and sometimes seemingly extravagant, price tags. Listeners are invited to join Lauryn as she shares her personal journey with a business coach friend, revealing the shame that can accompany the process of setting prices for creative endeavors.

The episode also takes a deep dive into the concept of the "selling out myth" versus the art of generating income for creative businesses through commercial enterprises. The inspiration for this discussion comes from Ash Keating, a renowned painter and muralist, whose story was featured on the 'Beyond the Studio Podcast.' The podcast delves into the sometimes murky difference between commercial practice and fine art practice, commonly recognized to live solely in the realm of the 'white cube.'

Building on insights from a previous episode with Ryan Roi, Isotta and Lauryn confront the discomfort and stigma surrounding money, encouraging listeners to view it as a flowing form of energy in their lives. Lauryn narrows in on the discomfort so many of us have around selling, reframing it as something that occupies our daily lives from recommending restaurants to friends to making decisions about what to watch on tv.

Listeners gain insights into Lauryn's coaching experiences with clients who grapple with setting prices for commission work and overcoming internal barriers and discomfort related to the sums involved. Isotta shares valuable perspectives from Gisela Lazarate, accomplished painter and past podcast guest on her pricing strategies, including considerations of seasonality in when and where to sell. 

The episode emphasizes the critical first step of writing down why one's work is exceptional and why someone would derive value from it when establishing fair prices. The discussion also highlights the significance of not having to justify your prices as an artist and instead clients accepting prices at face value.

Lauryn also mentions how experience, can play a significant role in pricing decisions and advocates for offering multiple price points to cater to both higher-end and lower-end markets.

Ultimately, the episode concludes that the real issue isn't the price itself but the thoughts and perceptions surrounding it. Drawing inspiration from Virgil Abloh's pricing standards and featuring a clip from Kate Salenfriend, who encourages artists to seize opportunities and not question, "Why me?" but rather, "Why not me?" The episode serves as a powerful reminder not to underestimate one's capacity as an artist and to confidently value one's work in the art market.

Topics covered: 

• The price behind work, products and services 
• How people justify high sometimes crazy prices 
• Lauryn’s experience with her business coach and unpacking the shame that can come around setting prices 
• Examples of the “selling out myth” vs generating income for your creative business from commercial enterprise
• Ash Keating, painter and muralist story as heard in ‘Beyond the Studio Podcast’ https://beyondthe.studio/episode/ash-keating 
• Commercial practice vs fine art practice ‘white cube’  
• Building off episode 6 with Ryan Roi, confronting the discomfort around money and seeing it as a flow of energy 
• Confronting the material word and learning how to sell, how we sell in our daily lives to our friends and family on where to eat and what to do etc
• Lauryn’s client’s experience with setting prices for commission work and unraveling the discomfort and internal blocks around the sum 
• Gisela Lazarate’s helpful insights around pricing your work in advance and seasonality in selling 
• Not overpricing but valuing your time and experience 
• Writing down why your work is great and why someone would get value out of it as a first step in establishing your price 
• Clients taking prices at face value, not having to justify or explain it - creating an energetic experience for yourself
• How experience or inexperienced plays into pricing 
• Creating multiple offers - higher end and lower end  
• The issue is not the price but the thoughts around the price 
• Virgil Abloh’s pricing standard 
• Kate Salenfriend clip on pricing her work and taking opportunities 
• Not asking yourself why me? But Why not me? Not undermining yourself and capacity as an artist

Resources: 

Lauryn;s pricing framework https://www.curatedsplash.com/blog/5-steps-to-properly-pricing-your-art 

Something’s Off Virgil Abloh https://www.taschen.com/en/books/fashion/08018/virgil-abloh-nike-icons  

Kate Salenfriend https://www.instagram.com/katesalenfriendart/ 

Jiggle and Juice Resources https://www.jigglenjuicecollective.com/support-resources 

TASCHEN Publishing https://www.taschen.com/en/ 

Learn more about our partner ART MO: https://artmo.com/

Follow along @artmo__

Article about Isotta, Art Is… & ARTMO https://artmo.com/buzz/artmo-introduces-its-new-partner-art-is-podcast 

Learn more and read transcripts at https://www.artispodcast.com/

Follow the podcast at @artispodcast

Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work http://www.isottapage.com/

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her work https://www.curatedsplash.com/

Original music by Black Wonder Twins

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Episode 17: Part 2 of Kassen Qian’s conversation with Isotta demystifying the DAO. They discuss various existing DAO’s exploring how they function and also delve into possible use cases in the creative industries. Kassen proposes how DAO’s could be adopted from the film/television space to the museum world, explaining how the innovative organization model could redistribute access, power and financial rewards. Isotta asks Kassen to comment on the spirit of the evolving web 3.0 ecosystem and the conversation concludes with a reflection on how existing organizations could reverse engineer themselves to operate more like a DAO. Kassen provides a high-level perspective on the current DAO landscape, and the immense opportunity there is to rethink how “we actually reward people doing valuable work”. 

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Welcome to Season 5 Episode 9 of Art Is... a podcast for artists, where we brainstorm the future of the art world and the creative industries.

In this week's illuminating episode, Lauryn and Isotta embark on a journey to decode the art of strategy in both your creative studio practice and your online presence. Join them as they explore invaluable insights and strategies that will transform the way you approach your creative endeavors.

Lauryn shares her coaching strategy that's bound to elevate your productivity and impact. Discover the power of honing in on just three results, the true "needle movers" in your work. Drawing inspiration from Brian Tracy's Eat That Frog, she explores the concept of tackling discomfort head-on to get things done.

Isotta then takes the stage to unravel her story and strategy for sharing her creative work effectively in the digital realm. Learn how to find inspiration in your own body of work and leverage it for compelling content creation.

Lauryn also breaks down her social media strategy, unveiling the profound connection between consistency and increased sales. If you've ever wondered how to make social media work for your creative business, this segment is a must-listen.

They then go onto explore the anxiety created by thoughts of sharing openly in your creative journey and then getting taken advantage of. They discuss how to conquer the fear of being copied or exploited with a compelling clip from none other than Walid Azami, the renowned celebrity photographer and coach. They also dive deep into the transformative power of replacing jealousy and scarcity with an abundance mindset. 

Lastly, Lauryn and Isotta guide you through the process of creating a positive self-concept. How to identify your unique strengths, passions, and talents to empower your strategy for both creative work and business. This episode is your roadmap to strategic success, both in the studio and on the digital stage. Tune in and take the first step toward crafting your own creative strategy for lasting success

Topics covered: 

• Understanding how to create strategy in your work and in your studio practice
• Lauryn’s coaching strategy: Focus on 3 results ie needle movers
• Eat that Frog by Brian Tracy - get it done so you don't sit in discomfort 
• Creating momentum in your workflow and setting realistic goals 
• Isotta’s strategy for sharing work online - the segments of her work and how she shares 
• Drawing on work already done (ie artist statement or portfolio, presentation slide deck etc) for content creation 
• Lauryn’s social media strategy broken down, how being consistent leads to more sales
• Exploring the idea of sharing openly, fear or being copied or taken advantage through clip of Walid Azami celebrity photographer and business coach for creatives 
• Walid Azami’s strategy for sharing his knowledge and teaching other creatives, his attitude towards people copying you, “if they copy they are always behind you”
• Competition vs collaboration and scarcity vs abundance mindset, racing down to the bottom of the barrel, elevating the field 
• Replacing jealousy and scarcity with abundance mindset, “if this can happen for them this can happen for me too” 
• Creating positive self concept- what are your strengths, passions, talents? To create empowerment in your strategy for your creative work and business

Resources: 

Eat that Frog by Brian Tracy https://www.briantracy.com/blog/time-management/the-truth-about-frogs/

Curated Splash Resources https://www.curatedsplash.com/blog 

Jiggle and Juice Resources https://www.jigglenjuicecollective.com/support-resources 

Walid Azami photographer and business coach https://www.instagram.com/iamwalidazami/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/walid.azami/ 

TASCHEN Publishing https://www.taschen.com/en/ 

Learn more about our partner ART MO: https://artmo.com/

Follow along @artmo__

Article about Isotta, Art Is… & ARTMO https://artmo.com/buzz/artmo-introduces-its-new-partner-art-is-podcast 

Learn more and read transcripts at https://www.artispodcast.com/

Follow the podcast at @artispodcast

Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work http://www.isottapage.com/

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her work https://www.curatedsplash.com/

Original music by Black Wonder Twins

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Episode 18: Arvin Khamesh, a globally recognized NFT Marketing Expert, joins Isotta to discuss all things creative business. Part 1 of their conversation covers Arvin’s professional story diving into his journey as a marketer and touching upon the importance of mentorship in his career development. Isotta asks Arvin about his first NFT project with an Italian painter and the conversation culminates with a simple business framework. Ask yourself: what value are you providing and who is your target audience? The episode is a bird's eye view of creative business practice, explaining how core business and marketing principles can be utilized across industries, and how we as artists can save a lot of time and energy adopting them from the beginning. 

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Welcome to the season four finale of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Career Coach Lauryn Hill and Isotta explore the overlapping challenges that creatives face and potential solutions to work through those tough times. They also chat about where they’d like to see the creative industry grow and improve in the coming years, including more meaningful collaboration and creative opportunities to make money. 

Lauryn describes her experience navigating the coaching paradigm and working with creatives who are facing similar issues, despite coming from different industry sectors. She highlights how important it is for artists to embrace variety, diversity, and career shifts. The industry is becoming much less segmented and celebrates multidimensional creatives with transferable skills. 

Part of expanding your range can come from working with different people within and outside of your community. Lauryn notes that there’s been a movement towards cultivating more transparency in the art world, particularly around lessons learned. Join Isotta and Lauryn as they discuss ways to add value and create opportunities for artists.  

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• How to avoid limiting yourself as a creative 
• The benefits of having exposure to different experiences and learning from new people through part-time jobs or short-term gigs 
• How artists from across industries can re-invest their learning into the community
• Free and low-cost resources for people who are struggling in their creative practice, but aren’t ready to financially invest in coaching 
• Why we should be challenging the ‘starving artist’ archetype 
• Breaking down the hierarchy and gatekeeping of information in the art world 

Resources: 

• Download Lauryn’s free Career Clarity Starter Kit

Guest Info:

• Contact Lauryn: lauryn@curatedsplash.com
• Lauryn’s website
• Lauryn’s Instagram

Follow Us:

• Our Website
• Instagram | Isotta’s Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

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Episode 7: Part 2 of Isotta’s conversation with Monty Preston, Manager of Art Advisory & Curation at Saatchi Art. Monty joins us to share news about Saatchi Art’s exciting new initiative: ‘The Other Avatars’. This project is empowering diverse emerging artists from across the globe to create NFT’s inspired by Van Gogh's self portraits. The conversation touches upon Monty’s interest in the potential of the Metaverse becoming a contemporary art hub, and concludes with a sneak peak into Saatchi Art’s plans to expand online community in the art world. 

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(Re-Air) Welcome to Season 5 Episode 7 of Art Is... a podcast for artists, where we brainstorm the future of the art world and the creative industries.

In this episode, hosts Lauryn and Isotta tackle the often-hidden struggle of emerging artists: the fear of being seen and the challenge of sharing your work with the world. They guide you through transformative questions to combat self-doubt, helping you tap into your passion. Envision the potential that arises when you genuinely believe in a devoted audience eagerly embracing your creations.

Imagine what it could be like when you make the empowering decision to share your work with the world and make a remarkable shift in your mindset. Delve into the intriguing parallels the hosts draw, shedding light on the pivotal steps of overcoming fear and embracing risk-taking that guide you on the path to authenticity.

The conversation also includes a comment on Instagram and the negative effects it can have on artists' self-perception. Isotta candidly shares her personal experience with comparison and intentionality, shedding light on the nuances of navigating social media as an emerging sculptor. 

Lauryn also introduces a pivotal tool she employs with her clients: the Ideal Customer Avatar exercise from Curated Splash. This exercise aims to assist you in unraveling new threads and fostering experimentation in contemplating your audience and how you connect with them. By engaging in this process, you can gain valuable insights into identifying your target audience and refining your approach to reach them effectively.

Sharing key quotes from Julia Cameron's "The Artist's Way," Lauryn and Isotta discuss conquering fear and self-doubt. Together, they encourage you to tap into your inner desires and get to know yourself better. Lauryn epitomizes this by sharing a clip from her conversation with Cristina Morris, featured in Lauryn's captivating IG live series. In the clip Cristina tells of her dance video going viral. 

The conversation takes a powerful turn at the end of the episode as they explore the need to shift your self-concept and liberate yourself from limiting beliefs and negative self-talk. The mantra "take the body and the mind will follow" becomes a guiding principle in this journey of self-discovery and empowerment. If you're an artist eager for a fresh perspective on professional development, be sure to give this podcast episode a listen!

Topics covered:

• Tackling inner fear of being seen, of showing your work to the world and being visible as an artist 
• Questions to ask yourself when self doubt comes up: Why do you love what you have to offer? Why is what you have to offer so amazing? How would you show up if you believed that there were people in line ready and waiting to buy from you? 
• Mindset shift that happens when you decide to share with the world
• How Instagram plays into this, and Isotta’s experience with comparison and intentionality 
• Defining your ideal customer, Curated Splash Customer Avatar exercise 
• Overcoming fear and self doubt in The Artist’s Way book, by Julia Cameron 
• Getting in touch and discovering our inner desires, professionally and creatively like being famous
• Cristina Morris clip, from Lauryn’s IG live series 
• Cristina’s experience going viral for dancing 
• Self concept shift, and letting go of limiting beliefs and negative self talk “take the body and the mind will follow” 

Resources Mentioned: 

The Artists Way Book, by Julia Cameron https://juliacameronlive.com/the-artists-way/ 

Curated Splash Blog by Lauryn Hill https://www.curatedsplash.com/blog/8-ways-to-boost-visibility-as-a-new-creative-business-1 

Cristina Morris, Photographer (from clip about viral video) @cmellestudios https://www.instagram.com/cmellestudios/   

Cristina’s viral dace clip https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zla88U2vmMs 

TASCHEN Publishing https://www.taschen.com/en/ 

Learn more about our partner ART MO: https://artmo.com/

Follow along @artmo__

Article about Isotta, Art Is… & ARTMO https://artmo.com/buzz/artmo-introduces-its-new-partner-art-is-podcast 

Learn more and read transcripts at https://www.artispodcast.com/

Follow the podcast at @artispodcast

Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work http://www.isottapage.com/

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her work https://www.curatedsplash.com/

Original music by Black Wonder Twins

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Episode 2: A conversation with Chine & Chuba Ezekwesili, identical twins & biophilic designers changing the world & building the future through their framework of intention, a design mindset inspired by nature.

Learn more about Akanka: https://akanka.com/ 

Resources:

https://www.artispodcast.com/resources 

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Episode 19: Part 2 of Isotta’s conversation with Arvin Khamesh, a globally recognized NFT Marketing Expert. Arvin dives back into his discussion on creative business, starting off with the specifics of community building’s role in online art projects. The conversation then centers around how to successfully launch NFTs and delves into the crucial role of marketing in that process. Arvin shares many key metrics and details into how he sells out NFT projects and provides very useful examples as a reference. Everything from the role of promotion and price to collection size is covered in this episode. Season 3 concludes with a practical and strategic guide to NFTs useful for any artist looking to learn more and launch an NFT project.

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Welcome to Season 5 Episode 6 of Art Is... a podcast for artists, where we brainstorm the future of the art world and the creative industries.

In this eye-opening episode, Lauryn and Isotta venture into the heart of why resilience is essential, delving deep into its significance for artists. They meticulously explore the contrast between external and internal friction, spotlighting this often-overlooked topic that holds immense importance for artists and their creative journeys. 

Lauryn and Isotta take a fascinating detour by drawing parallels from an unexpected source: Arnold Schwarzenegger. While his journey might seem unrelated to that of artists at first glance, it proves to be an incredibly useful and intriguing example of resilience. Lauryn shares a captivating experience attending the TASCHEN Arnold Schwarzenegger event, celebrating his new limited edition book. Lauryn briefly delves into Arnold's story of unwavering commitment and dedication to his passions, moving beyond the naysayers from bodybuilding to acting, and finding success by being intune with his authentic path. 

Stepping through fear and embracing risk-taking become crucial topics of discussion, as Isotta and Lauryn explore the significance of internal dialogue in paving the way towards authenticity. Being receptive to 'friction' becomes an important skill they discuss in discerning between external vs internal blocks and self-imposed obstacles. Isotta shares her own experiences with this, revealing how she recognized and conquered certain creative roadblocks we all face.

The conversation then evolves into the realms of manifestation and inner work, uncovering the questions that lead to the discovery of one's authentic self and path. Reflecting on childhood passions and common interests with friends proves to be a valuable starting point for self-discovery. The episode culminates with practical insights on how to start manifesting in both life and creative work.

Join Lauryn and Isotta on this candid episode as they unravel the secrets of resilience, inner strength, and manifestation. Get ready to expand your creative journey and embrace your authentic path to artistic abundance.

If you're an artist seeking personal growth and creative fulfillment, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and discover the tools to harness your true internal power and break free from self-imposed limitations. Get ready to step into alignment and unlock the art of manifestation in your own life and work.

Get ready to be inspired as they shed light on the importance of resilience in your artistic journey, providing practical insights to help you thrive and grow as an emerging artist.

** We will be on summer break for the rest of August! See you back for more of Art Is... a podcast for artists Season 5 on September 7th 2023!**

Topics covered 

• What is resilience, external vs internal, how do we discern and find our true internal power 
• Lauryn shares about her experience attending the TASCHEN Arnold Shwarzneger event, for his new limited edition book
• Arnold’s story of commitment and dedication to his passion - how he moved past the naysayers from bodybuilding to acting 
• Stepping through fear and risk taking, internal dialogue and finding your authentic path 
• What is manifestation and inner work? 
• Questions that lead you to discover your authentic self and path: what do I value most? What feels authentic to me? What lights me up? 
• Reflecting on your childhood is a good place to start, what did I love to do when I was a kid? What do I have in common with my friends? What do I love to talk about? 
• Acknowledging the call and response of life, testing things out and seeing how to configure your actions and thoughts with this newfound awareness
• Being receptive towards ‘friction’ and discerning when things are getting externally blocked or internally, how to interrogate when you are in your own way and move past self imposed blocks
• Being in alignment and and staying present in the moment 
• How to start manifesting in your own life and work 

Resources Mentioned: 

The War of Art, by Steven Pressfield https://stevenpressfield.com/books/the-war-of-art/ 

Curated Splash “Unlocking Wealth and Abundance: Three Spiritual Principles to Transform Your Relationship with Money” https://www.curatedsplash.com/blog/2023/7/10/unlocking-wealth-and-abundance-three-spiritual-principles 

TASCHEN Publishing https://www.taschen.com/en/ 

Learn more about our partner ART MO: https://artmo.com/

Follow along @artmo__

Article about Isotta, Art Is… & ARTMO https://artmo.com/buzz/artmo-introduces-its-new-partner-art-is-podcast 

Learn more and read transcripts at https://www.artispodcast.com/

Follow the podcast at @artispodcast

Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work http://www.isottapage.com/

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her work https://www.curatedsplash.com/

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** We will be on summer break for the rest of August! See you back for more of Art Is... a podcast for artists Season 5 on September 7th 2023!**

Isotta the host of Art Is... introduces Season 3, episode 1 launching December 1st 2021.

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(Re-Air) Welcome to Season 5 Episode 8 of Art Is... a podcast for artists, where we brainstorm the future of the art world and the creative industries.

In this episode, hosts Lauryn and Isotta delve into the discomfort that many creatives experience when it comes to networking. They shed light on how social exposure can significantly benefit your professional and personal well-being, especially in light of the changes brought about by COVID-19. The hosts also address limiting stereotypes surrounding artists and art business, which can negatively influence our self-image and self-concept as capable networkers and business people. 

Within our conversation, a pivotal focus lies in identifying those limiting beliefs that can profoundly affect your networking experiences, especially when it comes to sharing your work and articulating your artistic identity. Isotta imparts her own encounters with networking in the era of zoom, imparting insights into the dynamic shifts that have characterized the networking landscape.

Lauryn and Isotta navigate the intricate terrain that bridges friendship and business relationships. This connection is vividly illustrated through a compelling clip featuring filmmakers Loria King and Avril Z Speaks, from Season 4, Episode 13 "BLACK AMERICA IS…"

Central to this episode is the concept of self-inquiry, where the hosts encourage you to embark on a journey of self-discovery. Lauryn emphasizes the importance of "reading the room" and crafting an elevator pitch to eloquently introduce your artistic practice, effectively adapting your approach to diverse situations.

The episode concludes with a clip from an Instagram live Lauryn hosted with artist Olivia Brydon, shedding light on the extraordinary value of in-person networking. This clip underscores the potential for growth and opportunity that arises through conversation with clients and fellow art enthusiasts.

For emerging artists poised to broaden their horizons, redefine their self-concept, and unlock the full potential of networking, this podcast episode is essential. Tune in and equip yourself with the insights and tools to forge connection and open doors to endless possibility. 

Topics covered:

• Understanding the discomfort many creatives have around networking 
• The benefits of social exposure on your health and wellbeing professionally and personally, how covid changed things 
• Stereotypes around artists and art business playing into our own self image and self concept
• Identifying limiting beliefs - sharing your work and explaining yourself and how networking plays into this
• Isotta’s experience networking on zoom during covid 
• How to categorize relationships - understanding expectations and what people bring to to relationships 
• Bridging the gap between friendship and business as seen through the clip of Loria King and Avril Z Speaks, film makers and creators of BLACK AMERICA IS… originally from Season 4 Episode 13 Reframing Networking as Friendship
• Self inquiry - getting to know the different versions of yourself so you can introduce yourself and your practice in different ways
• “Reading the room” asking people the right questions 
• Strengthening your self concept 
• The elevator pitch - the importance of creating a statement for yourself 
• Olivia Brydon Clip from IG live with Lauryn Hill, her love of in person meet ups and learning by observing and conversing with clients and art lovers 
• Seeing networking as an endless pool of resources

Resources:

Curated Splash’s The Introvert’s Guide To Networking https://www.curatedsplash.com/blog/2023/8/10/the-introverts-guide-to-networking 

Formulating an Elevator Pitch https://www.inc.com/jessica-stillman/introduction-elevator-pitch-ted-clay-hebert.html 

Chat GPT https://chat.openai.com/ 

BLACK AMERICA IS… film https://www.filmindependent.org/talent/loria-king/ 

Loria King https://www.instagram.com/aboutloria/?hl=en

Avril Z Speaks https://www.instagram.com/azuspeak/?hl=en 

Olivia Brydon IG Live Interview with Lauryn Hill  https://www.instagram.com/creatiivenatiive/

TASCHEN Publishing https://www.taschen.com/en/ 

Learn more about our partner ART MO: https://artmo.com/

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Article about Isotta, Art Is… & ARTMO https://artmo.com/buzz/artmo-introduces-its-new-partner-art-is-podcast 

Learn more and read transcripts at https://www.artispodcast.com/

Follow the podcast at @artispodcast

Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work http://www.isottapage.com/

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her work https://www.curatedsplash.com/

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Welcome to Season 6 of Art Is... a podcast for artists. Join hosts Isotta Page and Lauryn Hill as this season, we're delving into topics that matter most to emerging artists, combining both video and audio formats. Expect engaging conversations, thought-provoking interviews, and much more on Art Is... Season 6! And be sure to explore our extensive backlog of over 70 episodes, available on all podcast platforms.

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Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work 

Sign up for Isotta’s Sculpture Newsletter

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her coaching work 

Curated Splash Resources 

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Welcome to Season 6, Episode 4 of Art Is… a podcast for artists

Episode Overview: 

In this episode, Lauryn and Isotta share their creative dreams and discuss their art practices, focusing on overcoming internal blocks. They also highlight the work of sculptor Edoardo Tresoldi and discuss the role of art at Coachella.

Topics Covered:

1. Studio Processes and Inspirations:

- Lauryn talks about giving herself permission to enjoy beauty and the creative process behind her detailed cake paintings, inspired by childhood cake decorating and Lana Del Rey.

- Isotta discusses her marble carving practice, emphasizing mark-making and intentionality, likening it to drawing in 3D.

- Lauryn explains her color choices and her "Virgo process" of using Procreate, photography, and transfer paper to configure her canvases, akin to color-by-numbers.

2. Manifesting and Emotional Balance:

- Lauryn and Isotta explore the concept of manifesting, discussing how happy and sad emotions can be two sides of the same coin.

- Lauryn shares her experiences of showing up authentically, which has led to new clients.

- They delve into the idea of manifesting work, focusing on appreciation, awe, and gratitude rather than on what one doesn’t want.

- Lauryn talks about using frustration to gain clarity and introduces manifesting as a vibration, understanding desires on an intuitive level.

- She emphasizes allowing the universe to bring unexpected, wonderful surprises and the importance of feeling gratitude and beauty in moments of goal setting.

Key Takeaways 

- Embrace and enjoy the beauty in your creative process.

- Understand and navigate your studio practice with intentionality and openness to course corrections.

- Apply the principles of manifesting to attract positivity and clarity in both professional and personal spheres.

Stay updated with future episodes by subscribing to Art Is… on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on social media for more behind-the-scenes content and updates.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation that celebrates the creative journey. Stay updated with future episodes by subscribing to Art Is… on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on social media for more behind-the-scenes content and updates.

Watch this episode on Youtube or on Spotify

Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work 

Sign up for Isotta’s Sculpture Newsletter

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her coaching work 

Curated Splash Resources 

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Episode 16: Part 2 of Isotta’s conversation with Jonathan Girroir, Senior Manager of Developer Relations at Tech Soft 3D. Jonathan dives back into a discussion contextualizing the tech that's shaping our contemporary world. He gives useful advice on how to separate hype and mass marketing from the reality of where technology stands today by explaining the technology adoption curve. The discussion centers around Tech Soft 3D’s latest priority, developing an international online community. Jonathan shares what he believes to be the three key pillars to building a sustainable community and the episode concludes with a reflection on the importance of creating access to authentic experiences and open channels for knowledge sharing. 

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Episode 7: Delving into the careers of Yayoi Kusama & Theaster Gates inspires us to seek out creative business models from art history while expanding our view of the role of art & artists in the future. 

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Episode 12: A deep dive with London based Lucy Alves & C-Jaye Newton on how Gatekeeper, a magazine for emerging artists, was born during the pandemic. We delve into creative business models, developing team dynamics and visions for a fairer, more inclusive and innovative future art world. 

Learn more about Gatekeeper: https://gatekeepermagazine.com/ 

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Episode 3: A broad reaching conversation with Erik Huckle a polymath and leader in the tech sector. We explore the physical and digital divide through the lens of cryptocurrencies, Web 3, the creative economy and digital twins.

Learn more about Erik Huckle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-huckle/

Resources: https://www.artispodcast.com/resources 

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Introducing Art Is... a podcast for emerging artists visualizing the future art world.

Special Announcement: Art Is... x Curated Splash

* Look out for 10 special tips by Creative Career Coach Lauryn Hill only in Season 4 of Art Is... a podcast for artists

First 5 tips out now as opening clips in:

- S04 Ep01 Finding Your Niche & Your Story 

- S04 Ep02 Don’t Overthink It, Jump

- S04 Ep04 Gaining Social Proof as an Artist

- S04 Ep05 Setting Mindful and Strategic Professional Goals

- S04 Ep06 The Art of Art Business

More to come soon!

Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Isotta has a special announcement for Season 4. Throughout Season 4, episodes will include a special tip from Lauryn Hill, a Career Coach for creatives with over 12 years of experience and $17 million dollars in sales, on how to level up your business for the long term. Stay tuned to connect more deeply with Lauryn and take her tangible tips to help grow your business. 

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Guest Info

Connect with Lauryn Hill on Instagram and her website. Book your free career clarity session: lauryn@curatedsplash.com

Follow Us:

Include links to where listeners can find you online:

• Our Website
• Instagram | Isotta’s Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

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Episode 1: Lauryn Hill, creative careers coach, delves into the 3 main areas artists struggle with: clarity, prioritization and limiting beliefs. In this first half of their conversation, Lauryn and Isotta discuss how these attitudes manifest online and what we can do as creatives to unlearn adverse digital habits and embrace tech tools which help us build confidence and community. 

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Episode 06: Part 2 of Isotta’s deep dive with Michael Clements, Artist and Founder of Art Jamz. Michael explains what an ‘artrapreneur’ is and how he learned business skills as he grew his creative passions into professional enterprises. Isotta asks Michael what his top tips for emerging artists are and Michael emphasizes the importance of separating your personal and professional finances along with setting up a business entity. The conversation delves into the mindset of owning ‘your’ business as a creative and how to be your own boss. Michael also emphasizes the beauty in randomness and how his professional creative path was nonlinear. The episode also covers how Michael navigated his business Art Jamz through covid and how external forces allowed him to grow and adapt his business into an innovative community-centered business model. The episode ends with Michael’s advice on crafting a mission statement to help guide the development of your art business. 

* Opening clip by Creative Career Coach Lauryn Hill 

Learn more at: www.curatedsplash.com

IG: @curatedsplash

Book your free career clarity session: lauryn@curatedsplash.com

Show Notes:

Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Michael Clements explores all of the leaps of faith he experienced as an ‘artapreneur’ and why each of them changed the way he does business today. As a creator, every move is a leap of faith in generating future income.

What is the entry point for making creativity your career? Act like a business. Set up an LLC, a separate entity that is entirely yours. You are creating this belief; a seed to saturate, take root, and bear fruit. Michael tells us to put yourself in the situation you want to be in to make things happen. 

The beauty of being a creator is you have full control of your resources and what you choose to do with them. So when the world changes or you change, creativity can also change. And the more leaps of faith you take, the more it becomes natural to adapt and pivot while still being in line with your mission statement. Join Isotta on today’s episode as Michael leads us through the chaos that is life to always have direction and peace of mind in knowing that your creativity is your north star, and to leap into it.

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• Taking the leap of faith for your future and career
• Manifesting what you want and taking the steps to make it happen
• Focus on your mission; what do you want to bring into the world
• Don’t be afraid of adapting to the world around you and making it your own
• When you maintain focus on your mission, passive income is your future

Resources Mentioned:

• Art Jamz
• Art Jamz Instagram 

Guest Info

Connect with Michael Clements on his website and Instagram.

Follow Us:

Include links to where listeners can find you online:

• Our Website
• Instagram | Isotta’s Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

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Episode 5: A comprehensive conversation on how to uplevel professionally by signalling to your audience. Brenner Spear delves into emerging tech, connecting historical art dealer Joseph Duveen with the rise of NFT's and explaining the imminent arrival of the Metaverse.

Learn more about Brenner Spear https://twitter.com/BrennerSpear https://themetaverseiscoming.substack.com/

Resources: https://www.artispodcast.com/resources 

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Episode 8: Sophie Frost, researcher, writer and academic explains how the role of technology in the art and cultural sector is critically evolving. Part one of a three part series, Sophie dives into her work with ‘One by One’, an initiative working towards building digitally confident museums. 

Isotta introduces ‘People. Change. Museums.’, Sophie’s podcast exploring the complex relationship between tech and museums in this time of intersecting crises. The episode ends with a reflection on how the work by Raymond Williams can be readopted for our time and why the art world shouldn’t view technology as a silver bullet.

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Welcome to Season 6, Episode 2 of "Art Is...," a podcast for artists. In today's episode, we're joined by Gus Harper, a remarkable muralist and painter based in Santa Monica/Venice Beach. His journey is as vibrant as his artwork.

Join us as we delve into Gus's artistic origins and trace how his travels propelled him into the realm of street art. Discover how a serendipitous journey through Kathmandu ignited his passion for murals, setting him on a global odyssey. Follow his colorful trail as he leaves his mark in India, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, and most recently, Chiang Mai, Thailand, along with his hometown of Los Angeles.

In an open dialogue, Gus, Lauryn, and Isotta share insights into their creative processes. Explore Gus's balancing act between studio introspection and the vibrant energy of public mural creation. Gus shares practical strategies for overcoming creative hurdles and emphasizes the importance of action over endless contemplation. Delve into discussions on productivity and accountability, drawing from Lauryn's firsthand experiences in her coaching practice.

While luck may have its role, Gus advocates for proactive positioning to capitalize on opportunities. Gain a peek into the business side of art, from selling tactics to pricing considerations, as Gus engages in a lively exchange with Isotta about her adventures in marble carving.

Gus's adventurous spirit and kindness are truly invigorating, infusing his stories with both entertainment and invaluable insights, making them essential listening for any emerging artist refining their professional practice.

Check out Gus Harper's work and follow him at @gusharperart

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Sign up for Isotta’s Sculpture Newsletter

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her coaching work 

Curated Splash Resources 

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Episode 12: Part 3/3 of Dr. Sophie Frost and Isotta’s discussion on digital leadership in the arts, culture and museum sector. Sophie shares her experience with ‘Digital Courage, Digital Literacy’, a course she designed and has been teaching at Goldsmiths University of London. This leads into a conversation on the pressing topic of online community and its increasingly pivotal role in shaping the initiatives and programmes of arts institutions. Sophie reflects on her past work and reveals how her most recent project with the Science Museum Group has brought to light an overlooked ‘digital labor’ class present in museums. The episode concludes on an exciting and optimistic note, Sophie details how open attitudes towards innovation and technology in the arts and culture sector are mirrored by interest in industry wide transformation, from dismantling hierarchies of access to pre-existing structures of inequality. 

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Episode 16: Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Susan Hensel, a multidisciplinary artist with an emphasis on digital textiles, shares several insights into the art world. Her story originates in creating with clay to craft dinnerware. Today, Susan is a Gallerist of an online gallery and makes various sculptures out of material goods and digital processes. 

Throughout her career, her goal remains the same. She wants the viewer to have an experience; to find peace and slow down. Her goal as a Gallerist is for emerging artists to have an easier route to having their art seen. She hosts several online exhibitions featuring artists from all over the nation, and makes it a point to gather those in the MidWest of the country to share their art with the greater world.

Join Isotta on today’s episode as Susan takes us on her career journey from clay to digital textiles and sculptures; and learn how it’s possible to have your art seen, recognized, and eventually sold. 

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• Materially driven in different forms of self expressing through clay, handmade paper
• Running a gallery led to art installations 
• Media guiding the content
• The physics in triangular embroidery to change hue based on light scatter
• Digital embroidery used in sculpture to provide a light experience for the viewer
• The onset of online exhibitions

Guest Info:

Connect with Susan Hensel on Instagram or on her website. Click here for her gallery, her Free Artist Resource, and artsy.net/partner/susan-hensel-gallery.

Follow Us:

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• Instagram | Isotta’s Instagram
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Episode 15: Part two of Isotta’s conversation with Jonathan Smith, artist, designer and co-founder of Choice Art, the new social app for artists. Jon dives back into a discussion on the goals he and his co-founders have for Choice Art. He explains how the app was developed with both artists and art enthusiasts in mind. Choice Art bridges the gap between art and tech for creatives and seeks to remove the uncomfortable feeling people get walking into contemporary art galleries. Jon and his team are dedicated to creating accessible and inclusive spaces and are taking inspiration from platforms like Clubhouse to innovate in the way we interact with art online. The discussion touches upon some of the actions Choice Art is taking to devise new support structures and resources for international creatives, including a monthly cash prize competition in the app. Isotta and Jon conclude their conversation by discussing how word of mouth is the best marketing strategy and why Choice Art’s aspiration is to use the tools of the creator economy and Web 3.0 to empower transparent data ownership and artistic attribution. 

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Bonus Episode: A reflective minisode with Eleonora Tucci designer of the 'Art Is...' cover art. Eleonora delves into the importance of creative collaboration & shares the breadth of her creative inspiration from A Tribe called Quest to Ancient Roman statuary.  

Eleonora Tucci is an Italian creative practitioner working across architecture, design and digital media. She seeks to extend the pop aesthetics and emotive power of album cover art from the music industry into the realm of podcasting. Eleonora has lived in London & Tokyo but is currently based in Rome. You can follow her creative journey at @thetucciarchives.

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Welcome to Season 5 Episode 2 of Art Is... a podcast for artists, where we brainstorm the future of the art world and the creative industries. 

In the latest episode, hosts Isotta and Lauryn delve into the crucial topics of mindset and overcoming creative blocks. With an emphasis on developing a profound connection with one's internal dialogue, they examine the profound impact it can have on artistic output and one's broader perception of the world.

Lauryn skilfully navigates various approaches to managing negative thoughts, illuminating effective techniques for detaching oneself from them. By recognising these thoughts as distinct from personal identity, artists can gain heightened control over their emotional state, fostering a more conducive environment for creativity.

Throughout the discussion, essential subjects are explored, such as mindfulness, awareness, honing craft and technique, addressing internal dialogue, conquering creative blocks, combating limiting beliefs and negative thoughts, grappling with imposter syndrome, and the damaging effects of comparison. Furthermore, the hosts delve into the realm of emotional intelligence versus cognitive thinking, offering valuable insights for overcoming anxiety.

Tune in to this episode to unlock transformative strategies for optimizing your artistic journey and gaining mastery over your mindset.

Topics covered: 

• Mindfulness awareness
• Pursuing creative work and how often the skills of the craft overshadow the mindset needed to create sustainably 
• Navigating the internal dialogue of self doubt, imposter syndrome, self critique and comparison culture
• Recognising and overcoming creative blocks
• Identifying your limiting beliefs and rerouting negative thoughts
• Feeling vs thinking
• The path to overcoming anxiety as an emerging artist and creative

Resources Mentioned: 

Free Career Values & Motivations Guide: https://www.curatedsplash.com/shop 

Free Career Clarity Starter Kit for Creatives: https://www.curatedsplash.com/starter-kit-landing-page

TASCHEN Publishing https://www.taschen.com/en/ 

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Article about Isotta, Art Is… & ARTMO https://artmo.com/buzz/artmo-introduces-its-new-partner-art-is-podcast 

Learn more and read transcripts at https://www.artispodcast.com/

Follow the podcast at @artispodcast

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Welcome to Season 5 Episode 5 of Art Is... a podcast for artists, where we brainstorm the future of the art world and the creative industries.

In this episode, we have a special treat for our listeners as creative career coach Lauryn Hill sits down for a heart-to-heart conversation with Ryan Roi, a tattoo artist turned financial coach.

The discussion kicks off with an exploration of the concept of being blocked, emotionally and psychologically when it comes to the financial management of your artistic practice and art business. Together, Lauryn and Ryan delve into the intriguing realm of using creative techniques, such as 'being in flow,' as a powerful tool to unblock stress around money management and financial planning.

Ryan draws inspiration from the renowned arts manual 'The Artist's Way' as he infuses his unique approach into various techniques and exercises that can be adapted to deal with stuck energy and emotions related to the role of money in our creative practices. His invaluable insights provide effective methods for managing emotional discomfort and anxiety, making the journey towards financial well-being a transformative and empowering experience.

One notable tool that comes up in the conversation is the art of manifesting. Lauryn and Ryan elaborate on how visualization can help individuals set clear goals and envision possibilities, reinforcing the idea that 'the unmanifested cannot manifest.'

Listeners also get an exclusive peek into Ryan's financial advisory business, gaining insights into how his money management program operates. He shares unique techniques, including the use of multiple bank accounts and automating money flow, which have proven successful in helping artists take charge of their finances and gain long term clarity over how they spend and save money. 

Ryan's personal journey to sobriety and fundamental mindset shift around money in his creative business serve as an inspiration to artists and entrepreneurs alike. His transformation sheds light on the importance of changing our perception of money and looking at it as a flow of energy, neutral and ever-changing, flowing to us and away from us.

This coach-to-coach conversation holds immense value for artists, as it unveils the transformative power of changing one's perception and liberating oneself and creative practice from anxiety surrounding money. Emphasizing that the unmanifested can indeed be manifested, the key lies in embracing a shift in perception and harnessing the creative flow of energy to unlock a world of financial freedom and artistic abundance.

Join Lauryn in this solo interview with Ryan as they unpack the symbiotic relationship between creativity and financial well-being, offering practical advice and thought-provoking ideas to empower artists in their business journeys.

Resources Mentioned: 

Ryan Roi Financial Coach https://www.instagram.com/ryanroitattoo/?hl=en 

Ryan Roi’s Podcast, The Artful Dollar https://theartfuldollar.podbean.com/ 

The Artists Way Book, by Julia Cameron https://juliacameronlive.com/the-artists-way/ 

The Richest Man in Babylon Book by George S. Clasonhttps://thediamondsmine.com/files/Ebooks/Clason-RichestManInBabylon.pdf

Curated Splash “Unlocking Wealth and Abundance: Three Spiritual Principles to Transform Your Relationship with Money” https://www.curatedsplash.com/blog/2023/7/10/unlocking-wealth-and-abundance-three-spiritual-principles 

TASCHEN Publishing https://www.taschen.com/en/ 

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Article about Isotta, Art Is… & ARTMO https://artmo.com/buzz/artmo-introduces-its-new-partner-art-is-podcast 

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Follow the podcast at @artispodcast

Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work http://www.isottapage.com/

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her work https://www.curatedsplash.com/

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Episode 4: Sharing stories of professional success & setbacks could transform communities of emerging artists and create lasting change in the art industry.

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Episode 02: Michael Clements, Artist and Founder of Art Jamz shares his creative journey with Isotta. In Part 1 of their conversation, Michael delves into the experience of leaving his day job in the USA to relocate to Hong Kong in the early 2000’s to pursue an adventurous creative life. Michael shares how he pragmatically monetized his creative skills to grow into a sustainable income generating practice. From acting, to the publishing world to an art business, Michael’s stories of serendipity, passion and courage are inspiring and encouraging to all emerging creatives.

* Opening clip by Creative Career Coach Lauryn Hill 

Learn more at: www.curatedsplash.com

IG: @curatedsplash

Book your free career clarity session: lauryn@curatedsplash.com

Show Notes:

Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Michael Clements, artist and founder of Art Jamz, shares his journey of becoming a full-time creator and entrepreneur. Michael’s story starts in a public computer lab with free wifi looking for a job to make ends meet. He goes on to become an Editor of a magazine in Hong Kong. Every experience since would mold his creative outlets and push him even further into being his own boss. 

Michael teaches us to not have a plan but to follow our passions instead. Art comes in seasons and some creatives can do many creative things; find a way to monetize one of them to help you survive. Take the step, put in the work, and stay dedicated to a creative profession.

Join Isotta on today’s episode as serendipity and making a living dance together and Michael gives us the courage and inspiration to take the leap all creatives need, and to ask ourselves, “What do I already have that I can leverage?”

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• Mastering time management
• How to get out of a creative rut
• Art comes in seasons
• How do you mold creativity and income together 
• The art of making a leap and figuring out how to fly

Resources Mentioned:

• Art Jamz
• Coming soon book: GenXiled: Poetic Dispatches from an Analog Age

Guest Info

Connect with Michael Clements on Instagram, Knot4Prophet Instagram, and website.

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Episode 8: A reflective look at overcoming the impulse to compare yourself and your work to others. Four creatives and past guests share thoughts and insights on how to navigate the challenges of Instagram, self-doubt and jealousy as people and professionals.

Featuring: Michelle Wolodarsky, Rodrigo Portaro, Ilay Karabay Solaklii & Molly Kent.

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Episode 17: Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists. In this 2nd part of Isotta’s conversation with Gisela A. Lazarte, a Venezuelan abstract painter based in NYC, Gisela shares her advice on utilizing social media, pushing your boundaries, and attaching a price to your artwork early on. 

Social media opens the door to both positive and negative influences. To get the most out of the social experience, to reach a wider audience and connect with them directly, find what you’re comfortable with sharing and put more of it out there. Take breaks often and try scheduling posts in advance. 

For Gisela, her largest goal in the art business is to keep pushing her boundaries, stay independent, and participate in more residencies to get the most out of experiencing art in person. Her hope for the art world is for all artists to have more control over their careers and for more collaborative relationships among artists to be born. 

Join Isotta on today’s episode as Gisela breaks down how to attach a price to your artwork and why it is so important to think about it in the early stages of the creative process. 

* Opening clip by Creative Career Coach Lauryn Hill 

Learn more at: www.curatedsplash.com

IG: @curatedsplash

Book your free career clarity session: lauryn@curatedsplash.com

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• A habit of putting more out there creates community and makes it more accessible
• Goal of social media is to reach a wider audience and connect with people more directly
• Balancing offline and online in the art business
• How to price artwork, where to start, and how to keep it consistent
• Artists to have more control on their careers and to build a stronger community

Guest Info:

Connect with Gisela A. Lazarte on Instagram, on her website, or via email at hello@galazarte.com. 

Follow Us:

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• Instagram | Isotta’s Instagram
• Facebook
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Episode 04: Michael Facchinello Founder and CEO of Altamira shares about his exciting new venture Altamira.art, an online communal marketplace for artists, art fans, critics, and collectors. Altamira’s focus is on helping artists gain social proof, and sell their work to the burgeoning collector base stemming from the tech and startup world. Micheal and Isotta discuss the importance of writing about and critiquing emerging artists' work. The discussion centers around Altamira’s vision of democratizing the art buying process by removing the traditional art world gatekeepers. Part 1 of the discussion concludes with Micheal explaining Shoot Portraits Not People, a physical NFT and social justice project Altamira supported in the wake of the Uvalde attack. 

* Opening clip 'How to tap into that Big Shift Energy' by Creative Career Coach Lauryn Hill 

Learn more at: www.curatedsplash.com

IG: @curatedsplash

Book your free career clarity session: lauryn@curatedsplash.com

Show Notes:

Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Michael Facchinello, founder and CEO of Altamira, narrates his experience in the art and business industries and how they both collide in his future to create the perfect merge of artist appreciation, art education, promotion of good causes, and recognition for all.

Michael’s career changes with one question: "How can you improve the art world?” No online platforms do anything different than Amazon or an art gallery and selling art is not just any e-commerce transaction. Michael’s motivation begins to sputter and soon he will be giving artists an appreciation and a career they have long yearned for.

Join Isotta on today’s episode as Michael Facchinello gives us a glimpse into the world of Altamira and the magic of making the world a more cohesive place through knowledge, a platform, and a passion superseding the artist itself. 

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• How an artist can gain recognition
• Art is not for the e-commerce
• The advantages of social proof as an Artist
• Lack of education about Art

Resources Mentioned:

• Book a time with Michael here.
• Sculptures: Shoot portraits not people

Guest Info

Connect with Michael Facchinello on Instagram and his bio and website.

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Episode 15: Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Gisela A. Lazarte, a Venezualen abstract painter based in NYC introduces us to her creative process and shares her approach to developing a sustainable art business. Gisela’s professional background is film and video, and these are key influences in her interdisciplinary work, along with music and movement. 

Gisela didn’t attend a traditional art school but instead found her way back to painting, which she pursued in childhood through creative experimentation and a therapy practice. The conversation covers Gisela’s approach to time management, sharing her work on social media and investing in the expertise of Art Advisors (Dazed & Confucius) for support. 

Gisela’s work is defined by her creativity and her ability to prioritize time in the studio, in this episode she also shares her approach to selling art and how to think about setting a price you’re confident and comfortable with. Join Isotta on today’s episode that delves into the life and perspective of a contemporary working artist. 

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• The gradual progression from one creative field to another
• Movement in painting can originate from other forms of art, i.e. film, music and video
• Having an open mind when creating something new often may lead to your best work
• Cultures, music, and seasons can all influence a painting
• Existing as both an artist and an art business person
• Introducing art consultants to help with the business side of things (Dazed & Confucius)

Guest Info:

Connect with Gisela A. Lazarte on Instagram, on her website, or via email at hello@galazarte.com. 

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• Instagram | Isotta’s Instagram
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Isotta the host of Art Is... a podcast for artists introduces Season 4, dropping July 13th 2022.

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Episode 4: Part 2 of Isotta’s conversation with Shae Myles and Georgia Tooke from the Jiggle & Juice collective is a reflection on the various paths to success one can take as an emerging artist. Georgia and Shae comment on their disappointment with the lack of institutional change in the art world. They counter with an empowering message on the DIY approach many emerging artists are taking during the pandemic to make their own opportunities. The episode ends with an optimistic take on how online communities can recreate constructive art school environments while offering the opportunity for increased camaraderie and connection between international early career artists.  

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Episode 03: Haley Hnatuk, Content Marketing Coordinator at Fastmail and Editor/ Assistant Producer on upcoming documentary film in love, in memory discusses her focus on using digital technology as a way of storytelling and connecting people. Haley joins Isotta to share her professional expertise in community building. Isotta asks Haley how she constructs a community around complex creative projects and Haley explains the hybridity in her thinking of online community and local engagement. The conversation centers around defining what community means for artists, and the importance of setting intentional goals when sharing creative projects. Part 1 of the conversation concludes with a comment on the necessity of creating healthy boundaries online, and an excellent tip from Haley to focus on being present in the creative moment and post more retrospectively after the fact. 

Show Notes:

Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Haley Hnatuk, Content Marketing Coordinator at Fastmail and Editor/Assistant Producer on the upcoming documentary film, in love, in memory, shares her secrets of leveraging technology to connect more people through common ground. 

How do you build a community through a project that is just getting started or almost over the finish line? And then, how do you make media in digestible bites we can take with us? Haley, being the Marketing guru she is, tells us how to build something from nothing and how every engagement counts, even the two likes on Instagram.

Join Isotta on today’s episode as Haley illustrates the power of storytelling and the difference it makes when your goals are heard and your community shows up for them.

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• Power of community
• What community means
• How to build your audience
• What content to distribute based off your core goals
• When to set boundaries with technology

Resources Mentioned:

• in love, in memory’s Facebook | Instagram | Website | Twitter
• Digital Citizen’s Website
• Fastmail’s Twitter

Guest Info

Connect with Haley Hnatuk on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

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• Instagram | Isotta’s Instagram
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Episode 1: Four emerging artists on creating during a pandemic, the loss of degree shows & the Final, not Over – again exhibition.

A narrative interview with Louis Lisle, Michelle Wolodarsky, Sofia Hallström & Molly Kent.

Visit the Final, not Over – again Exhibition (June 3-7, 2021) : https://unit1gallery-workshop.com/finalnotover-again/

Resources:

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Welcome to Season 5 Episode 8 of Art Is... a podcast for artists, where we brainstorm the future of the art world and the creative industries.

In this episode, hosts Lauryn and Isotta delve into the discomfort that many creatives experience when it comes to networking. They shed light on how social exposure can significantly benefit your professional and personal well-being, especially in light of the changes brought about by COVID-19. The hosts also address limiting stereotypes surrounding artists and art business, which can negatively influence our self-image and self-concept as capable networkers and business people. 

Within our conversation, a pivotal focus lies in identifying those limiting beliefs that can profoundly affect your networking experiences, especially when it comes to sharing your work and articulating your artistic identity. Isotta imparts her own encounters with networking in the era of zoom, imparting insights into the dynamic shifts that have characterized the networking landscape.

Lauryn and Isotta navigate the intricate terrain that bridges friendship and business relationships. This connection is vividly illustrated through a compelling clip featuring filmmakers Loria King and Avril Z Speaks, from Season 4, Episode 13 "BLACK AMERICA IS…"

Central to this episode is the concept of self-inquiry, where the hosts encourage you to embark on a journey of self-discovery. Lauryn emphasizes the importance of "reading the room" and crafting an elevator pitch to eloquently introduce your artistic practice, effectively adapting your approach to diverse situations.

The episode concludes with a clip from an Instagram live Lauryn hosted with artist Olivia Brydon, shedding light on the extraordinary value of in-person networking. This clip underscores the potential for growth and opportunity that arises through conversation with clients and fellow art enthusiasts.

For emerging artists poised to broaden their horizons, redefine their self-concept, and unlock the full potential of networking, this podcast episode is essential. Tune in and equip yourself with the insights and tools to forge connection and open doors to endless possibility. 

Topics covered:

• Understanding the discomfort many creatives have around networking 
• The benefits of social exposure on your health and wellbeing professionally and personally, how covid changed things 
• Stereotypes around artists and art business playing into our own self image and self concept
• Identifying limiting beliefs - sharing your work and explaining yourself and how networking plays into this
• Isotta’s experience networking on zoom during covid 
• How to categorize relationships - understanding expectations and what people bring to to relationships 
• Bridging the gap between friendship and business as seen through the clip of Loria King and Avril Z Speaks, film makers and creators of BLACK AMERICA IS… originally from Season 4 Episode 13 Reframing Networking as Friendship
• Self inquiry - getting to know the different versions of yourself so you can  introduce yourself and your practice in different ways
• “Reading the room” asking people the right questions 
• Strengthening your self concept 
• The elevator pitch - the importance of creating a statement for yourself 
• Olivia Brydon Clip from IG live with Lauryn Hill, her love of in person meet ups and learning by observing and conversing with clients and art lovers 
• - Seeing networking as an endless pool of resources

Resources:

Curated Splash’s The Introvert’s Guide To Networking https://www.curatedsplash.com/blog/2023/8/10/the-introverts-guide-to-networking 

Formulating  an Elevator Pitch https://www.inc.com/jessica-stillman/introduction-elevator-pitch-ted-clay-hebert.html 

Chat GPT https://chat.openai.com/ 

BLACK AMERICA IS… film https://www.filmindependent.org/talent/loria-king/ 

Loria King https://www.instagram.com/aboutloria/?hl=en

Avril Z Speaks https://www.instagram.com/azuspeak/?hl=en 

Olivia Brydon IG Live Interview with Lauryn Hill  https://www.instagram.com/creatiivenatiive/

TASCHEN Publishing https://www.taschen.com/en/ 

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Article about Isotta, Art Is… & ARTMO https://artmo.com/buzz/artmo-introduces-its-new-partner-art-is-podcast 

Learn more and read transcripts at https://www.artispodcast.com/

Follow the podcast at @artispodcast

Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work http://www.isottapage.com/

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her work https://www.curatedsplash.com/

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Episode 5: Fabio Berger, software engineer and crypto enthusiast, dives into his upcoming new project ‘Movement Generation’, the first ever generative music/choreography video NFT. Fabio shares with Isotta what NFT’s can unlock for performance artists and how they can help emerging artists build art equity. Part 1 closes with a discussion on the value of the squad team structure and with Fabio sharing his expertise on building cross-disciplinary creative teams. 

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Episode 10: Part 2/3 of Isotta’s conversation with Sophie Frost, researcher, writer and academic. Sophie reflects on creating her podcast ‘People.Change.Museums’ and how over the past 18 months the cultural sector’s understanding of technology has evolved for the better. The discussion centers around demystifying the idea of tech tools as fix all solutions, and recognizes the importance of diffusing innovation via meaningful social interaction in the wake of rising digital inequalities. Isotta inquires about Sophie’s experience interviewing a vast range of art world professionals and Sophie reveals how often it's the smallest institutions or even single charismatic individuals leading radical industry wide change. 

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"Given its profound impact, I found it imperative to re-air this conversation between creative career coach Lauryn Hill and financial coach Ryan Roi. This is an essential listen for artists aspiring to reshape their outlook on finances and their connection with money. Intriguingly, it also marks the podcast's first episode without my presence, and I must admit that I've gleaned invaluable insights! My sincere gratitude goes out to Ryan and Lauren for crafting this illuminating coach-to-coach dialogue." - Isotta, host and founder of Art Is... a podcast for artists.

Welcome to Season 5 Episode 5 of Art Is... a podcast for artists, where we brainstorm the future of the art world and the creative industries.

In this episode, we have a special treat for our listeners as creative career coach Lauryn Hill sits down for a heart-to-heart conversation with Ryan Roi, a tattoo artist turned financial coach.

The discussion kicks off with an exploration of the concept of being blocked, emotionally and psychologically when it comes to the financial management of your artistic practice and art business. Together, Lauryn and Ryan delve into the intriguing realm of using creative techniques, such as 'being in flow,' as a powerful tool to unblock stress around money management and financial planning.

Ryan draws inspiration from the renowned arts manual 'The Artist's Way' as he infuses his unique approach into various techniques and exercises that can be adapted to deal with stuck energy and emotions related to the role of money in our creative practices. His invaluable insights provide effective methods for managing emotional discomfort and anxiety, making the journey towards financial well-being a transformative and empowering experience.

One notable tool that comes up in the conversation is the art of manifesting. Lauryn and Ryan elaborate on how visualization can help individuals set clear goals and envision possibilities, reinforcing the idea that 'the unmanifested cannot manifest.'

Listeners also get an exclusive peek into Ryan's financial advisory business, gaining insights into how his money management program operates. He shares unique techniques, including the use of multiple bank accounts and automating money flow, which have proven successful in helping artists take charge of their finances and gain long term clarity over how they spend and save money. 

Ryan's personal journey to sobriety and fundamental mindset shift around money in his creative business serve as an inspiration to artists and entrepreneurs alike. His transformation sheds light on the importance of changing our perception of money and looking at it as a flow of energy, neutral and ever-changing, flowing to us and away from us.

This coach-to-coach conversation holds immense value for artists, as it unveils the transformative power of changing one's perception and liberating oneself and creative practice from anxiety surrounding money. Emphasizing that the unmanifested can indeed be manifested, the key lies in embracing a shift in perception and harnessing the creative flow of energy to unlock a world of financial freedom and artistic abundance.

Join Lauryn in this solo interview with Ryan as they unpack the symbiotic relationship between creativity and financial well-being, offering practical advice and thought-provoking ideas to empower artists in their business journeys.

Resources Mentioned: 

Ryan Roi Financial Coach https://www.instagram.com/ryanroitattoo/?hl=en 

Ryan Roi’s Podcast, The Artful Dollar https://theartfuldollar.podbean.com/ 

The Artists Way Book, by Julia Cameron https://juliacameronlive.com/the-artists-way/ 

The Richest Man in Babylon Book by George S. Clasonhttps://thediamondsmine.com/files/Ebooks/Clason-RichestManInBabylon.pdf

Curated Splash “Unlocking Wealth and Abundance: Three Spiritual Principles to Transform Your Relationship with Money” https://www.curatedsplash.com/blog/2023/7/10/unlocking-wealth-and-abundance-three-spiritual-principles 

TASCHEN Publishing https://www.taschen.com/en/ 

Learn more about our partner ART MO: https://artmo.com/

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Article about Isotta, Art Is… & ARTMO https://artmo.com/buzz/artmo-introduces-its-new-partner-art-is-podcast 

Learn more and read transcripts at https://www.artispodcast.com/

Follow the podcast at @artispodcast

Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work http://www.isottapage.com/

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Welcome to Season 6, Episode 7 of Art Is… a podcast for artists

Episode Overview:

In this episode, Lauryn and Isotta are joined by Dr. Elodie Freymann, an artist and scientist who shares her unique journey of merging her passions and working across creative and scientific disciplines. Elodie recounts how her childhood fascination with primates led her to pursue a PhD at Oxford in cognitive and evolutionary anthropology, which eventually took her to Uganda's Budongo Forest for nine months to explore how chimpanzees self-medicate with plants. A natural storyteller, Elodie’s unique art form includes intricate paper-cutting silhouettes crafted into stunning handmade books, and scientific illustrations that helped her memorize the various species of animals and plants she studied, offering a fascinating glimpse into the true overlap of art and science. She candidly discusses the vulnerability she faces with self-doubt and imposter syndrome, providing helpful tips to overcome creative blocks. The episode also delves into her current work in documentary filmmaking and how her interdisciplinary spirit continues to drive her projects. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that celebrates the fusion of art and science in Elodie's extraordinary life and career.

Topics Covered:

1. Journey into Anthropology and Filmmaking:

• Elodie discusses her background as an artist and her initial foray into documentary filmmaking, driven by her love of storytelling.
• Her decision to pursue a Master's and subsequently PhD at Oxford in cognitive and evolutionary anthropology, specifically for her interest in primates.

2. Merging Art and Science:

• The struggle and eventual triumph of integrating her dual loves of art and science.
• Using scientific illustration and art to overcome academic challenges and imposter syndrome.
• Her extensive illustration practice drawing primate species and plant anatomy as a tool for learning and memory during University and throughout her field work in Uganda's Budongo Forest

3.  Inspirations and Influences:

• Lauryn explores how Elodie’s early interests shaped her decision to study chimpanzees.
• Elodie shares her admiration for trailblazing icon Jane Goodall, who inspired her path in primatology 
• Elodie’s internship with paper cutting artist Beatrice Coron 

4.Overcoming Self-Doubt:

• The parallels between artists and scientists, such as isolation and rejection.
• The lifestyle overlap between artistic and scientific practcies, grant writing, submitting to open calls, dealing with rejection and constant critique 
• Elodie’s experiences making work and her Dad’s wise approach to understanding output days and input days.
• Strategies for dealing with critique and using vulnerability to strengthen resilience.

5. Creative Problem-Solving and Storytelling:

• Elodie’s dedication to storytelling and understanding the natural world.
• Her personal art projects, inspired by prompts and conversations with her father about balancing input and output time.

6. Exploring Different Art Forms:

• Elodie’s interest in bookmaking and paper cutting silhouettes, including her book "The Evolution of Life Through Geologic Time."
• The role of documentary film in her practice as a medium to bring art to life.

7. Academic Challenges and Field Research:

• The issues of academic gatekeeping and transparency in scientific journals and her desire to use storytelling via documentary filmmaking to bring these topics to life. 
• Brief overview of Elodie’s PhD research in Uganda’s Budongo Forest, studying how chimpanzees self-medicate with plants, showcasing the forest as a pharmacy for these primates.

Conclusion:

Join Lauryn, Isotta and Elodie as they delve into the intricate balance of art and science, exploring the challenges and triumphs of an evolving interdisciplinary career. This episode is a testament to the power of storytelling, resilience, and the unique intersections that drive creative and scientific inquiry.

Stay updated with future episodes by subscribing to Art Is… on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on social media for more behind-the-scenes content and updates. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that celebrates the creative journey.

Dr. Elodie Freymann’s Website: https://www.drelodiefreymann.com/

Follow Elodie: https://www.instagram.com/elodiefreymann?igsh=YjRnbTlpZ3hpY2py 

Elodie’s handmade book The Evolution of Life Across Geologic Time: https://www.drelodiefreymann.com/books 

Elodie’s art work:https://www.drelodiefreymann.com/paperart 

Elodie’s Illustration work: https://www.drelodiefreymann.com/illustrations 

Elodie’s upcoming film trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iDnyaUJQx0&ab_channel=ElodieFreymann 

Primate Conversations with Elodie Freymann https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPKKCF1R1Ao&ab_channel=PrimateModelsforBehaviouralEvolutionLab 

Elodie Freymann PhD Research: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0305219 

Paper Cutting Artist Beatrice Coron https://www.beatricecoron.com/ 

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Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Creative Career Coach Lauryn Hill and Isotta discuss cultivating a more positive self-concept and creating the confidence to step through fear. In part one of this two-part conversation, we discuss how Lauryn helps her clients understand their skills, passions, talents and accomplishments to make money doing work they love.

Lauryn believes that in order for your creative genius to flourish, there needs to be a format and there needs to be freedom. Lauryn has created a structured framework of the two happening at once so that the constraints, surrender, safety and uncertainty all co-exist. Lauryn helps her clients understand where they are and why they want to get to the next transition in their creative life.

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• Limiting beliefs and imposter syndrome that all creatives deal with
• Sobriety, and the reminder of why it is okay to ask for help
• How to find your purpose and your “why”
• What jealousy and envy can help us discover about ourselves

Guest Info:

• Contact Lauryn: lauryn@curatedsplash.com
• Lauryn’s website
• Lauryn’s Instagram

Follow Us:

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• Instagram | Isotta’s Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

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Episode 08: Special Re-Air of Season 3 Episode 01, Lauryn Hill, creative careers coach, delves into the 3 main areas artists struggle with: clarity, prioritization and limiting beliefs. In this first half of their conversation, Lauryn and Isotta discuss how these attitudes manifest online and what we can do as creatives to unlearn adverse digital habits and embrace tech tools which help us build confidence and community. 

Creative Careers Coach, Lauryn Hill will be a special recurring guest in Season 4 of Art Is... a podcast for artists look out for a new trailer explaining her involvement next week!

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• Instagram | Isotta’s Instagram
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Introducing Season 5 of Art Is… a podcasts for artists. Launching on June 22, 2023.

This exciting season marks a special collaboration between emerging artist and host, Isotta Page, and the esteemed creative career coach and new guest host, Lauryn Hill from Curated Splash.

Together, they present a unique blend of creative conversations centring topics top of mind for emerging artists today. From art business insights, to tech innovation, to deconstructing the psychological and intellectual work creatives do beyond the studio, this season promises to pose interesting questions and topics to provoke thought and ignite curiosity.

Learn more and read transcripts at https://www.artispodcast.com/

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Description: 

To start off this new season, hosts Isotta and Lauryn appear in both video and audio formats, sharing their personal journeys and the latest developments in their professional practices.

Isotta discusses her experiences working with marble, highlighting the beauty and challenges of sculpting. She explores the research that informs her sculptures and explains how writing has become essential for documenting her journey and connecting with the wider art world.

Lauryn talks about her communication strategy and the evolution of her coaching practice in recent months. She offers advice on selling art and fostering a positive mindset in your professional practice, drawing from the profound and energetic impact art has on our lives.

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Curated Splash Resources 

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Episode 1: Storytelling and visualizing the future art world for emerging artists and early career creatives.

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Special Announcement: Art Is... x Curated Splash

Throughout Season 4, episodes will include a special tip from Lauryn Hill, a Career Coach for creatives with over 12 years of experience and $17 million dollars in sales, on how to level up your business for the long term. Stay tuned to connect more deeply with Lauryn and take her tangible tips to help grow your business. 

* Look out for 10 special tips by Creative Career Coach Lauryn Hill only in Season 4 of Art Is... a podcast for artists

Listen to the first 8 tips out now:

1. S04 Ep01 Finding Your Niche & Your Story 
2. S04 Ep02 Don’t Overthink It, Jump
3. S04 Ep04 Gaining Social Proof as an Artist
4. S04 Ep05 Setting Mindful and Strategic Professional Goals
5. S04 Ep06 The Art of Art Business
6. S04 Ep11 Creative Entrepreneurship & Altamira.Art
7. S04 Ep17 Navigating Instagram & Pricing Your Art
8. S04 Ep 18 Art Work Is Real Work

Last 2 tips coming out November 30th annd December 7th 2022.

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Guest Info

Connect with Lauryn Hill on Instagram and her website. Book your free career clarity session: lauryn@curatedsplash.com

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Episode 10: A deep dive with Loria King and Avril Z Speaks on their newly premiered film installation project 'Black America Is...'. In this special conversation with the Director and Executive Producer of the project, Isotta asks about the genesis of the installation's evolution, its mission, and the future of the project. Loria and Avril share how they conceived of the project, and go into detail on the filming techniques they employed to create a unique portrayal of "what it means to be black in America and in this world right now". They also discuss the premiere of 'Black America Is...' and how they designed the work as an experiential and interactive installation. Part 2 of their conversation (coming later in S04) delves into Avril and Loria's creative relationship and tips they share for emerging artists looking to collaborate and work in the film industry. 

Show Notes:

Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Loria King & Avril Z Speaks, Director and Executive Producer on their film installation project, Black America Is…, explore what it means to be black in America. Their project originates at their mutual alma mater Columbia University as they interview their peers and then move on into the Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA metro areas. Black America Is… documents various forms of black identity and explores the true human experiences behind the seminal phrase: ‘diversity & inclusion'. 

What is inclusion? Everybody carries different life experiences that shape who they are, so is there a blanket term for everyone to identify with? Black America Is… explores these questions through a series of interviews and then takes it one step further to involve the audience through an interactive installation. 

Join Isotta on today’s episode and find out how this isn’t just a film but an evolving interactive film installation project that you can participate in and contribute to.

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• Self-identity goes beyond the color of your skin
• Bringing a project to life from on-screen to in person
• Redefining what inclusion means
• How life experiences shape who you are as a person

Resources Mentioned:

• Black America Is… Trailer

Guest Info

Connect with Loria King on Instagram and Twitter, and connect with Avril Z Speaks on Instagram, Twitter, and her website.

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Isotta, host of Art Is… shares lot of gratitude, some great resources and what’s up next on the pod!

Mentioned in the episode:

• Gatekeeper Magazine: https://gatekeepermagazine.com/
• Li Jin's "The creator economy is in crisis. Now let’s fix it."
• https://li.substack.com/p/the-creator-economy-is-in-crisis
• "I Am A Creator Vol. 2" https://iamacreator.convertkit.com/book

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Episode 7: A deep dive on all things storytelling with the domain expert Rodrigo Portaro. We delve into how and why stories are tools of community building, the importance of establishing business principles and the future of creative entrepreneurship.

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Welcome to Season 5 Episode 3 of Art Is... a podcast for artists, where we brainstorm the future of the art world and the creative industries.

In this week’s thought-provoking episode, Isotta and Lauryn dive deep into the fascinating dichotomy between art as therapy and art as a professional practice. They share their insights and personal experiences, shedding light on the intersection of creativity, mental health, spirituality, and commerce. They also explore the complex relationship between the tortured artist archetype and substance abuse, toxicity, and the healing potential of artistic expression.

Lauryn speaks about how art can serve as a therapeutic tool for emotional expression, self-exploration, and healing. She also explores the role of creativity in processing trauma, managing mental health, and promoting overall well-being. She shares personal stories of navigating drug and alcohol addiction and finding solace and growth through artistic endeavours.

Isotta shares about a variety of tools like journaling, reflecting, and visualization that she’s been experimenting with to show up more consistently in her art practice. She expresses her interest in the integration of mindfulness and creativity as well as her appreciation for the Design Matters Podcast, hosted by Debbie Millman a pioneer in developing visualization tools to help creatives with goal setting and realization strategies.

Other subjects explored include dispelling myths surrounding the "tortured artist" archetype and its romanticization in popular culture; debunking the notion that suffering is essential for creativity. Lauryn and Isotta also discuss the tension between artistic integrity and financial success in a market-driven industry along with the impact of societal expectations, trends, and commercial demands on the artistic process.

Tune in to this episode to unlock transformative strategies for expanding your artistic journey and gaining mastery over your mindset. Be sure to stay until the end when Lauryn guides you through a tranquil visualization and meditation excersize which seeks to share first hand experience of how to get grounded and connect with your highest creative self.

Topics covered: 

• Art as Therapy: Healing Through Creativity
• The Commercialization of Creativity
• The Tortured Artist Myth
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health
• Drama, Toxicity, and Building Healthy Creative Habits
• Intentions behind performative art and outside validation
• Authenticity and showing up consistently in your practice
• The 27 club
• Mediation, breathwork, soundbaths: the relationship of Spirituality and artistic expression 
• Meditation excersize for creatives

Resources Mentioned: 

Designing Your Life Exercise Debbie Millman episode on Tim Ferris Podcast (#214: How to Design a Life - Debbie Millman): https://tim.blog/2017/01/12/how-to-design-a-life-debbie-millman/ 

Design Matters Podcast: https://www.designmattersmedia.com/ 

Debbie Millman @debbiemillman

The Artists Way Book : https://juliacameronlive.com/the-artists-way/ 

TASCHEN Publishing https://www.taschen.com/en/ 

Learn more about our partner ART MO: https://artmo.com/

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Article about Isotta, Art Is… & ARTMO https://artmo.com/buzz/artmo-introduces-its-new-partner-art-is-podcast 

Learn more and read transcripts at https://www.artispodcast.com/

Follow the podcast at @artispodcast

Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work http://www.isottapage.com/

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her work https://www.curatedsplash.com/

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Episode 11: Jonathan Smith, artist, designer and co-founder of Choice Art, the new social app for artists, joins Isotta in conversation. They dive into Jon’s professional journey addressing the role of legacy social media Flickr, creative run galleries in San Francisco and upstart artist communities in shaping his creative development. The episode centers around Jon’s most recent project Choice Art, an exciting new platform for artists to showcase work and build meaningful community. The dialogue touches upon the app’s innovative features and concludes with a comment on the need to push back against art as content.

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Welcome to Season 5 Episode 7 of Art Is... a podcast for artists, where we brainstorm the future of the art world and the creative industries.

In this episode, hosts Lauryn and Isotta tackle the often-hidden struggle of emerging artists: the fear of being seen and the challenge of sharing your work with the world. They guide you through transformative questions to combat self-doubt, helping you tap into your passion. Envision the potential that arises when you genuinely believe in a devoted audience eagerly embracing your creations.

Imagine what it could be like when you make the empowering decision to share your work with the world and make a remarkable shift in your mindset. Delve into the intriguing parallels the hosts draw, shedding light on the pivotal steps of overcoming fear and embracing risk-taking that guide you on the path to authenticity.

The conversation also includes a comment on Instagram and the negative effects it can have on artists' self-perception. Isotta candidly shares her personal experience with comparison and intentionality, shedding light on the nuances of navigating social media as an emerging sculptor. 

Lauryn also introduces a pivotal tool she employs with her clients: the Ideal Customer Avatar exercise from Curated Splash. This exercise aims to assist you in unraveling new threads and fostering experimentation in contemplating your audience and how you connect with them. By engaging in this process, you can gain valuable insights into identifying your target audience and refining your approach to reach them effectively.

Sharing key quotes from Julia Cameron's "The Artist's Way," Lauryn and Isotta discuss conquering fear and self-doubt. Together, they encourage you to tap into your inner desires and get to know yourself better. Lauryn epitomizes this by sharing a clip from her conversation with Cristina Morris, featured in Lauryn's captivating IG live series. In the clip Cristina tells of her dance video going viral. 

The conversation takes a powerful turn at the end of the episode as they explore the need to shift your self-concept and liberate yourself from limiting beliefs and negative self-talk. The mantra "take the body and the mind will follow" becomes a guiding principle in this journey of self-discovery and empowerment. If you're an artist eager for a fresh perspective on professional development, be sure to give this podcast episode a listen!

Topics covered:

• Tackling inner fear of being seen, of showing your work to the world and being visible as an artist 
• Questions to ask yourself when self doubt comes up: Why do you love what you have to offer? Why is what you have to offer so amazing? How would you show up if you believed that there were people in line ready and waiting to buy from you? 
• Mindset shift that happens when you decide to share with the world
• How Instagram plays into this, and Isotta’s experience with comparison and intentionality 
• Defining your ideal customer, Curated Splash Customer Avatar exercise 
• Overcoming fear and self doubt in The Artist’s Way book, by Julia Cameron 
• Getting in touch and discovering our inner desires, professionally and creatively like being famous
• Cristina Morris clip, from Lauryn’s IG live series 
• Cristina’s experience going viral for dancing 
• Self concept shift, and letting go of limiting beliefs and negative self talk “take the body and the mind will follow” 

Resources Mentioned: 

The Artists Way Book, by Julia Cameron https://juliacameronlive.com/the-artists-way/ 

Curated Splash Blog by Lauryn Hill https://www.curatedsplash.com/blog/8-ways-to-boost-visibility-as-a-new-creative-business-1 

Cristina Morris, Photographer (from clip about viral video) @cmellestudios https://www.instagram.com/cmellestudios/   

Cristina’s viral dace clip https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zla88U2vmMs 

TASCHEN Publishing https://www.taschen.com/en/ 

Learn more about our partner ART MO: https://artmo.com/

Follow along @artmo__

Article about Isotta, Art Is… & ARTMO https://artmo.com/buzz/artmo-introduces-its-new-partner-art-is-podcast 

Learn more and read transcripts at https://www.artispodcast.com/

Follow the podcast at @artispodcast

Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work http://www.isottapage.com/

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Episode 2: Shae Myles and Georgia Tooke from Jiggle & Juice share their art collective’s unique story and powerful mission. Delving into their ongoing projects, such as their support documents (how to price your work, how to write an invoice etc.) they explain how the collective aims to assist emerging artists bridge the gap from art school to professional practice. Part one of their conversation ends with a reflection on the precarious role of Instagram and with a comment on the increasing impact of the digital world in contemporary art practice. 

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Episode 3: Exploring emerging technologies and alternative business models that could shape the future of the art industry for emerging artists and early career creatives.

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Welcome to Season 6, Episode 5 of Art Is… a podcast for artists

Episode Overview:

In this episode, we welcome Michelle Wolodarsky, who discusses her dedication to a diverse art practice that includes painting, film, and performance. Lauryn, Isotta, and Michelle talk about balancing passion with the hard work required in an artist's journey. Michelle shares her strategies for advancing her art career, the challenges of achieving financial sustainability as an artist, and the importance of building a supportive community around one's practice.

Topics Covered:

1. The Artist’s Journey and Financial Considerations:

  - Balancing passion and labor.

  - Courage needed for the artist's journey.

  - The necessity of a day job to reduce financial pressure on art practice.

  - Lauryn’s experience in gallery and publishing, and her skills in sales and business.

2. Art School Mentality vs. Art Market Reality:

  - The anti-commercial mentality of art school versus the commercial reality of the art market.

  - The skewed timeline from emerging to mid-career artist.

  - Entrenched gatekeeping and elite trickle-down in the art world.

3. Michelle’s Approach to Art:

  - How her conceptual, intuitive abilities shape her practice.

  - Redefining conceptual art through writing, painting, performance, and film.

  - Using painting to world-build through performance and film.

  - Developing a scriptwriting and creative writing practice for poetry.

  - Receiving feedback from respected peers.

4. Patience, Timing, and Personal Growth:

  - The importance of patience in the artistic journey.

  - The value of timing in research and learning.

  - Maturing as an artist and understanding you’re not different from anyone else.

  - The role of ego and staying present.

5. Building Genuine Connections and Lauryn’s Insights:

  - Better relating to each other and forging authentic connections.

  - Avoiding art speak and showing up as an authentic human being.

  - Benefits of an introductory consultation session with Lauryn from Curated Splash.

  - Pitfalls of comparing yourself to others.

  - Financial transparency and the reality of an artist’s career as seen in the Beyond the Studio Podcast Episode.

Stay updated with future episodes by subscribing to Art Is… on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on social media for more behind-the-scenes content and updates. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that celebrates the creative journey.

Check out Michelle Wolodarsky’s work 

Watch this episode on Youtube or on Spotify

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Sign up for Isotta’s Sculpture Newsletter

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Curated Splash Resources 

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Episode 11: A reflective episode on replacing the scarcity mentality with tools for professional and personal success. Past guests Chine and Chuba Ezekwesili delve into their framework of intention and host Isotta Pages shares thoughts crafting a creative funnel.

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Episode 9: An open conversation with Muriel Mcintyre on how she as an emerging artist and recent grad is moving past the challenges of covid 19, forming a global collaborative network and learning what it takes to start an artist-run space.

Learn more about Muriel Mcintyre: https://www.instagram.com/muriel.mcintyre.fineart/

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Episode 10: A thorough introduction to ‘FairArtFair’ the new digital community platform linking artists, curators, collectors and art lovers. Passionate and entrepreneurial, the app’s founder Stacie McCormick shares insights on building for longevity, fundraising and revolutionizing the art world.

Learn more about FairArtFair: https://fairartfair.art/

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Episode 14: Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Cindy Leung, ceramic artist and Artist-in-Residence at Belger Art Center, advises young artists to put aside the ego of Instagram and feel confident in having an online portfolio to passively promote.

Using Instagram as an online portfolio can be intimidating as you compare yourself to other artists. Cindy recommends reframing these negative experiences into positive ones by simply reaching out to the artist and asking how they received an opportunity. She tells us the most effective way to get what you want is to ask for it. 

Apart from looking for opportunities, how are young artists able to sell their work? Talking to galleries via email or in person is a thing of the past and e-commerce is leading the way in the art industry. Getting recognized and, even better, liked, is best showcased on–you guessed it–Instagram. 

Join Isotta on today’s episode as Cindy Leung talks us through selling artwork passively and actively and how a consumer determines the value of said artwork.

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• Using Instagram as a tool to promote themselves but not letting it intimidate you
• Peer to peer resource pool to encourage artists
• Sellable art passively through galleries and actively through craft fairs
• How to talk to galleries versus selling artwork via Instagram or Etsy
• Value of the artwork versus liking the artist as a person
• Affordable art, what is affordable art and how do we determine what that is?

Guest Info:

Connect with Cindy Leung on Instagram, on her website, or via email at cindy.clsy@gmail.com 

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Show Notes:

Episode 12: Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Cindy Leung, ceramic artist and Artist-in-Residence at Belger Art Center, details her experience with the business side of art and unpacks her creative process. 

Cindy Leung received a BFA from Queens College and an MFA from the University of Florida. She highlights that while she gained a lot of technical skills during her education, she noticed major gaps when it came to marketing, networking, and selling. Now, as a teacher, Cindy hopes to change that pattern and encourages emerging artists to put themselves out there and build up their businesses early on. 

Cindy Leung’s current work explores themes of consumerism, colonization, and hybrid culture. She’s working mainly with silk, tea, and porcelain to express her journey as a native Hongkonger living in the US. Cindy talks about her experience with 3D ceramic printing and gets candid about the challenges that she’s faced being a beginner with that medium. 

Join Isotta on today’s episode as Cindy Leung discusses finding the right avenues for selling her art, becoming more flexible with how she talks about her work, and the story behind what she’s working on now.  

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• Building up the courage to sell your art 
• The vulnerability required for trying new a technology or medium 
• What’s different about the next generation of artists 
• Communicating effectively about your work 
• Advice for the residency application process 

Guest Info:

Connect with Cindy Leung on Instagram, on her website, or via email at cindy.clsy@gmail.com 

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Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where writer Odette Brady and Isotta discuss the evolution of Cel del Nord, Odette’s artist residency program. Odette shares her approach for cultivating a supportive environment that celebrates connection, growth, and honest feedback. 

Odette highlights the most common issues that creatives were facing in her residency program during the pandemic. Through lots of trial and error, she realized that what the artists needed the most was a sense of consistency, rotating leadership, and a space to ask and receive questions. Isotta and Odette explore how to contextualize and de-personalize feedback, especially when it’s negative. They also discuss how to get out of your own way when you’re being your own worst critic. 

Odette describes her vision for the future of Cel del Nord, including her plans for a hybrid online and in-person option. They round out the conversation by talking about the trend of an art viewer being either a participant or an audience for the entire creative process. 

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• The importance of discussing a work-in-progress with trusted peers 
• Odette’s three key pieces of advice for anyone who wants to create a community for artists 
• The impactful emotional response of receiving a question versus a critique 
• Detaching your worth as a creative person from one single piece of work 
• Odette’s thought process behind offering a hybrid online and in-person option at Cel del Nord

Guest Info:

Connect with Odette Brady on her website.

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Introducing the structure and format of Art Is... a podcast for emerging artists visualizing the future art world.

Episode 9: Part 2 of Isotta’s conversation with Fabio Berger, software engineer and crypto enthusiast. Fabio shares his thoughts on the burgeoning need for curation in the NFT space, comments on the rise of online crypto communities and defines what a DAO is. The episode includes a wide reaching conversation on the awesome potential of web 3 and open metaverses for unlimited creativity, and concludes with a reflection on the evolving sustainability of crypto/NFT’s.

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(Re-Air) Welcome to Season 5 Episode 6 of Art Is... a podcast for artists, where we brainstorm the future of the art world and the creative industries.

In this eye-opening episode, Lauryn and Isotta venture into the heart of why resilience is essential, delving deep into its significance for artists. They meticulously explore the contrast between external and internal friction, spotlighting this often-overlooked topic that holds immense importance for artists and their creative journeys. 

Lauryn and Isotta take a fascinating detour by drawing parallels from an unexpected source: Arnold Schwarzenegger. While his journey might seem unrelated to that of artists at first glance, it proves to be an incredibly useful and intriguing example of resilience. Lauryn shares a captivating experience attending the TASCHEN Arnold Schwarzenegger event, celebrating his new limited edition book. Lauryn briefly delves into Arnold's story of unwavering commitment and dedication to his passions, moving beyond the naysayers from bodybuilding to acting, and finding success by being intune with his authentic path. 

Stepping through fear and embracing risk-taking become crucial topics of discussion, as Isotta and Lauryn explore the significance of internal dialogue in paving the way towards authenticity. Being receptive to 'friction' becomes an important skill they discuss in discerning between external vs internal blocks and self-imposed obstacles. Isotta shares her own experiences with this, revealing how she recognized and conquered certain creative roadblocks we all face.

The conversation then evolves into the realms of manifestation and inner work, uncovering the questions that lead to the discovery of one's authentic self and path. Reflecting on childhood passions and common interests with friends proves to be a valuable starting point for self-discovery. The episode culminates with practical insights on how to start manifesting in both life and creative work.

Join Lauryn and Isotta on this candid episode as they unravel the secrets of resilience, inner strength, and manifestation. Get ready to expand your creative journey and embrace your authentic path to artistic abundance.

If you're an artist seeking personal growth and creative fulfillment, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and discover the tools to harness your true internal power and break free from self-imposed limitations. Get ready to step into alignment and unlock the art of manifestation in your own life and work.

Get ready to be inspired as they shed light on the importance of resilience in your artistic journey, providing practical insights to help you thrive and grow as an emerging artist.

** We will be on summer break for the rest of August! See you back for more of Art Is... a podcast for artists Season 5 on September 7th 2023!**

Topics covered 

• What is resilience, external vs internal, how do we discern and find our true internal power 
• Lauryn shares about her experience attending the TASCHEN Arnold Shwarzneger event, for his new limited edition book
• Arnold’s story of commitment and dedication to his passion - how he moved past the naysayers from bodybuilding to acting 
• Stepping through fear and risk taking, internal dialogue and finding your authentic path 
• What is manifestation and inner work? 
• Questions that lead you to discover your authentic self and path: what do I value most? What feels authentic to me? What lights me up? 
• Reflecting on your childhood is a good place to start, what did I love to do when I was a kid? What do I have in common with my friends? What do I love to talk about? 
• Acknowledging the call and response of life, testing things out and seeing how to configure your actions and thoughts with this newfound awareness
• Being receptive towards ‘friction’ and discerning when things are getting externally blocked or internally, how to interrogate when you are in your own way and move past self imposed blocks
• Being in alignment and and staying present in the moment 
• How to start manifesting in your own life and work 

Resources Mentioned: 

The War of Art, by Steven Pressfield https://stevenpressfield.com/books/the-war-of-art/ 

Curated Splash “Unlocking Wealth and Abundance: Three Spiritual Principles to Transform Your Relationship with Money” https://www.curatedsplash.com/blog/2023/7/10/unlocking-wealth-and-abundance-three-spiritual-principles 

TASCHEN Publishing https://www.taschen.com/en/ 

Learn more about our partner ART MO: https://artmo.com/

Follow along @artmo__

Article about Isotta, Art Is… & ARTMO https://artmo.com/buzz/artmo-introduces-its-new-partner-art-is-podcast 

Learn more and read transcripts at https://www.artispodcast.com/

Follow the podcast at @artispodcast

Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work http://www.isottapage.com/

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her work https://www.curatedsplash.com/

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Welcome to Season 6, Episode 6 of Art Is… a podcast for artists

Episode Overview:

In this solo episode, Isotta and Lauryn share personal updates on balancing their life, work, and personal responsibilities. They dive deep into their individual art practices, with Isotta discussing how writing a studio newsletter has kept her accountable on developing the research side of her practice. Lauryn also shares about her practice and delves into a recent source of inspiration, the TASCHEN book The 12 Steps and the synchronicity she feels between her personal recovery journey and her art practice. 

Topics Covered:

1. Life and Work Balance:

   - Isotta and Lauryn discuss their current challenges and successes in juggling multiple responsibilities.

   - Insights on how they manage their time

   - Insights on managing finances as artists, the reality of an artist’s career as seen in the Beyond the Studio Podcast Episode.

2. Personal Art Practices:

   - Isotta delves into her latest newsletter and research topics.

   - Lauryn opens up about the inspiration behind her art and the books that are currently influencing her work.

3. Authenticity and Emotional Balance:

   - A conversation on the importance of showing up authentically in both personal and professional spaces.

   - How consumer culture impacts emotional well-being and the magic that can happen when inner and outer worlds intermingle.

4. The Power of Critique:

- An exploration and reflection on how critique can significantly affect artists, both positively and negatively, along with an invitation to be mindful about who you ask for feedback and when you seek it.

- An opportunity to reframe and contextualize critique, understanding the vulnerable human side of sharing and asking for feedback.

4. Processing Vulnerability

- Isotta shares how a painful memory was recently triggered by a project with an artist friend and discusses the lingering impact of harsh feedback received years ago on her current self-confidence.

- Lauryn contextualizes Isotta's experience with coaching, offering insights on how to use this as an invitation to step through and overcome similar challenges.

- Lauryn shares strategies for overcoming self-confidence issues and acknowledges the physical toll emotional triggers can have on our bodies.

Conclusion:

Join Isotta and Lauryn as they navigate the complexities of balancing artistic practices  and personal lives, offering a candid look at the challenges and triumphs they face. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of authenticity, emotional resilience, and the transformative power of showing up with both strength and vulnerability in our work and life.

Stay updated with future episodes by subscribing to Art Is… on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on social media for more behind-the-scenes content and updates. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that celebrates the creative journey.

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Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work 

Sign up for Isotta’s Sculpture Newsletter

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her coaching work 

Curated Splash Resources 

Learn more and read podcast transcripts

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Episode 09: Special Re-Air of Season 3 Episode 06, Part 2 of Isotta’s conversation with Lauryn Hill, LA based Creative Careers Coach. For this New Year’s episode, Lauryn shares the details of her coaching program and explains the power of visualization as a technique for artists to heal, define success and set actionable goals. The episode ends with a reflection on how Covid has shifted social dynamics and on how we are now at a crossroads of newfound opportunity to forge paths of increased purpose, wellness and prosperity. 

Creative Careers Coach, Lauryn Hill will be a special recurring guest in Season 4 of Art Is... a podcast for artists look out for a new trailer explaining her involvement next week!

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Include links to where listeners can find you online:

• Our Website
• Instagram | Isotta’s Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

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Episode 6: Annabel Cucuz brings us into her world, sharing her experience as a self-employed artist navigating the art business divide. We discuss building a fine art brand, engaging with influencer marketing and designing a product offering that financially supports and creatively evolves from a thriving art practice.

Learn more about Annabel Cucuz: https://www.instagram.com/annabelcucuz/

Resources: https://www.artispodcast.com/resources 

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Episode 6: Part 2 of Isotta’s conversation with Lauryn Hill, LA based Creative Careers Coach. For this New Year’s episode, Lauryn shares the details of her coaching program and explains the power of visualization as a technique for artists to heal, define success and set actionable goals. The episode ends with a reflection on how Covid has shifted social dynamics and on how we are now at a crossroads of newfound opportunity to forge paths of increased purpose, wellness and prosperity. 

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Episode 13: Joshua Bernard co-founder of LUMA festival shares info and insights on projection mapping, balancing the physical-digital divide in the arts and mobilizing communities around shared goals. Visit LUMA the premiere projection mapping festival: September 10th & 11th 2021 in Binghamton NY, USA.

Learn more about LUMA and book your free ticket:  https://lumafestival.com/ 

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Episode 4: A deep dive into the artistic approach and professional practice of Ilay Karabay Solakli. We discuss the importance of passion and inner drive in decision making and how to overcome fear of judgement.

Learn more about Ilay Karabay Solakli: https://www.instagram.com/arteilay/

Resources: https://www.artispodcast.com/resources 

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Welcome to Episode 12, the final episode of Season 5 of Art Is... the podcast for artists. In this installment, Isotta and Lauryn revisit the podcast's inaugural theme: success. Listeners are invited to explore the intricate facets of defining success in the arts and creative industries, emphasizing the importance of emotional and mental well-being.

The hosts delve into Lauryn's insight that "the only constant is change." Taking inspiration from Daisy Morris, founder of The Selfhood, the episode examines the concept of seasonality in productivity, drawing inspiration from the natural ebbs and flows of the calendar year and paralleling them to the cycles in artistic work. The conversation emphasizes that not every season in an artist's journey should look and feel the same.

The discussion interrogates how perception and emotion can influence decision-making and Lauryn invites you to draft up a personal vision and mission statements as a north star to help keep you in alignment.

The hosts then return to certain key high mileage questions from Lauryn's coaching practice, and encourage the audience to face the discomfort and reflect on their vision  and perhaps even do the exercise of thinking out ten years in the future to then ask yourself what would you be excited to tell your friends and family about that's happening in your work and life? Ask yourself what truly lights you up? 

Fear is addressed head-on in this episode, highlighting the importance of embracing discomfort. The episode explores the significance of resilience and the crucial task of identifying friction—what's not working? Listeners are prompted to consider another high-mileage question: If failure were not an option, and this were just an experiment, how would they show up?

The hosts guide listeners through the process of reflecting on wins, evaluating setbacks, and pondering how to achieve different results next time. The audience is encouraged to ask themselves: Are their actions aligning with their goals? What changes can they make to bring their vision to life? The episode also explores how vision and missions intertwine with the art of manifestation.

The importance of trusting instincts as a one-person team running an art business is emphasized, wearing all the necessary hats. Being in alignment becomes a central theme as the episode evaluates the process of doing one's work.

Lauryn candidly reflects on her experiences with consultation calls for her coaching business, providing insights into workshopping sales calls and adopting experimental approaches for improvement. The episode delves into the mindset of critique as a tool for upleveling one's craft.

Isotta also shares her journey of setting up a newsletter and reflects on newsletters as a powerful means of sharing one's work, owning an audience, and consistently showing up.

As the hosts conclude the season, Isotta and Lauryn pause to express gratitude. Listeners are welcomed to join in celebrating the diverse and enriching experiences of Season 5 and to anticipate what the future holds. In conclusion the Art Is… community is warmly thanked for being an integral part of this journey.

Topics covered:

• Returning to our first topic of season 5: defining success
• Recognising the importance of emotional and mental wellbeing - Lauryn’s quote “the only constant is change”  
• Seasonality in productivity - taking inspiration from natural cycles, not every season should look and feel the same
• Returning to key high mileage questions outlined by Lauryn in her coaching practice and writing down your answers: if you think out ten years from now, what would you be so excited to tell your friends and family about that's happening in your life? What lights you up? 
• How perception and emotion play into decision making  
• Evolving personal vision/mission statements 
• Pushing through fear, being ok with doing and feeling uncomfortable things
• Returning to the importance of resilience and noticing friction, what's not working? 
• Another high mileage question to ask yourself: If failure was not an option or didn't exist and this was just an experiment how would I show up?
• Reflect and celebrate what went well and evaluate what didn't go so well and what could you do next time to achieve a different result? 
• Asking yourself directly are these things/actions/thoughts etc getting me to where I wanna go and what can i change to create what i want to create?
• How vision and missions connect to manifestation
• Trusting your instincts in your work, being a team of one and wearing all the different hats needed to run your art business 
• Being in alignment, the evaluation process of doing your work 
• Lauryn's candid reflection on her experience with consultation calls for her coaching business, how she is workshopping her sales call and using this experimental approach to improve 
• Mindset of critique, so you can uplevel 
• Isotta’s experience setting up newsletter and reflection on newsletters as way of sharing your work, owning your audience and showing up 
• Season round up and gratitude sharing

Resources Mentioned: 

Isotta’s Sculpture Newsletter: https://isotta.beehiiv.com/ 

Lauryn’s Curated Splash Newsletter for creatives: 

Curated Splash Resources https://www.curatedsplash.com/blog 

Curated Splash Newsletter (sign up at bottom of page): https://www.curatedsplash.com/ 

The Selfhood newsletter: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5ffae2c03faa81317adfe0a8 

Daisy Morris: https://www.theselfhood.com/  

Gizela Lazarate:https://www.galazarte.com/  

Link to Art Is.. podcast for artists episode with Gizela: 

Part 1: https://www.artispodcast.com/s04-ep15-putting-your-creative-process-first 

Part 2: https://www.artispodcast.com/s04-ep17-navigating-instagram-pricing-your-art 

Book by Viktor Frankl ‘Man Search for Meaning’: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/4069 

Fred Brownstein: https://www.fredxbrownstein.com/ 

2k for 2k coaching program for coaches: https://staceyboehman.com/2kfor2k/ 

Isotta’s Sculpture Newsletter: https://isotta.beehiiv.com/ 

Curated Splash Resources https://www.curatedsplash.com/blog 

TASCHEN Publishing https://www.taschen.com/en/ 

Learn more about our partner ART MO: https://artmo.com/

Follow along @artmo__

Article about Isotta, Art Is… & ARTMO https://artmo.com/buzz/artmo-introduces-its-new-partner-art-is-podcast 

Learn more and read transcripts at https://www.artispodcast.com/

Follow the podcast at @artispodcast

Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work http://www.isottapage.com/

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her work https://www.curatedsplash.com/

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Episode 11: Part 2 of Isotta’s conversation with Michael Fachinello, Founder and CEO of Altamira. Michael discusses how he built out Altamira as a business explaining the different roles on the team. Isotta asks Michael about NFT’s and what role they have at Altamira, they discuss how Michael’s focus has been with the intersection of NFT’s and physical fine art. Michael explains that Altamira is seeking to bridge the digital and physical art worlds, creating opportunities for artists to derive more financial value from their practice through the integration of NFT’s. The conversation delves into what Altamira does for artists, touches upon the future of augmented and virtual realities in art and also includes Micheal’s opinion of the gallery business model. The episode concludes with Micheals personal advice to emerging artists on how to act and think like the entrepreneurs they are. 

* Opening clip by Creative Career Coach Lauryn Hill 

Learn more at: www.curatedsplash.com

IG: @curatedsplash

Book your free career clarity session: lauryn@curatedsplash.com

Show Notes:

Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Michael Facchinello, founder and CEO of Altamira, shares his behind-the-scenes of Altamira’s operations and how young entrepreneurs can build their business while simultaneously assembling repeat commissions.

Michael is no stranger to the creative world. Based on his experience as an entrepreneur in the industry, Michael tells us the number one thing an artist can do is build an online brand. Our world is very digital and only inching closer and closer to the metaverse. Most art consumers even find what they’re looking to purchase via Instagram instead of an art gallery. Altamira is going with the wind and leading the way into the future of the art world as Michael gives us a rundown on how he incorporates NFTs into artists’ commissions. 

Join Isotta on today’s episode as Michael Facchinello lays out his vision of what he would like to see in the future of the art world: bridging the gap between the physical world and the digital world, the possibilities of NFTs, and ultimately creating your own destiny.

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• How to work with technical designers versus creative designers
• NFTs acting as a Certificate of Authenticity
• NFTs for the artist and for the consumer
• Artists building an online brand instead of utilizing a physical space in a gallery
• Every artist is an entrepreneur

Resources Mentioned:

• Book a time with Michael here.
• Sculptures: Shoot portraits not people

Guest Info

Connect with Michael Facchinello on Instagram and his bio and website.

Follow Us:

Include links to where listeners can find you online:

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• Instagram | Isotta’s Instagram
• Facebook
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Episode 14: Art world visionary Sixtine Crutchfield reflects on her 35+ year career as a fine art advisor, manager, consultant and now program designer of the latest MBA at Geneva Business School in Fine Art International Management. To conclude Season 2 of 'Art Is…’ Isotta and Sixtine brainstorm the future of art academia and celebrate the increasing role of tech in the art world.

Learn more about the Fine Art International Management MBA at the Geneva Business School: https://gbsge.com/en/programs/fine-art-international-management-mba/ 

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Welcome to Season 5 Episode 1 of Art Is... a podcast for artists, where we brainstorm the future of the art world and the creative industries. 

This new season is a creative collaboration between Isotta Page, an emerging Italian American artist, and Lauryn Hill, a visionary creative career coach and founder of Curated Splash. In this season premiere, they broadcast live from the renowned TASCHEN store in Beverly Hills, California.

Join Lauryn and Isotta as they delve into a series of engaging discussions tailored specifically for emerging artists and creatives. Immerse yourself in the inspiring story of Isotta and Lauryn's initial meeting and witness the evolution of their dynamic partnership. Gain invaluable insights into their professional journeys and collaborative work, which encompass the realms of art, galleries, publishing, coaching, and art school.

Prepare for a reflective turn in their conversation, where they explore the problematic essence of defining success in the arts. Isotta and Lauryn don't provide simple answers or generic tips; instead, they pose thought-provoking questions that challenge emerging creatives to step beyond their comfort zones and reflect on their unique paths.

Allow Lauryn, a highly skilled creative career coach, to guide you in reevaluating your definition of success. Envision three specific results or goals you aim to achieve and identify the obstacles obstructing your path. Isotta, on the other hand, candidly shares personal encounters in her professional practice, shedding light on the struggles of comparison and scarcity mindset.

This episode invites you to embrace the transformative power that arises when you wholeheartedly embrace your creative vision. It encourages you to discover how aligning your work with a profound sense of purpose can propel you forward on your artistic journey. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an enlightening discussion that promises to empower and inspire emerging artists like you.

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics covered: 

• Jealousy scarcity mindset among peers in the art world reconciling place within it 
• Redefining failure so you can experiment - does this work for me 
• Acknowledging jealousy and envy to show you what you desire 
• Seeing your practice as a trial and error of theories 
• High mileage questions and self inquiry techniques to cultivating a relationship with your inner guide
• Being your own biggest champion or self advocate
• Acknowledging and aligning with best case scenario visions and possibilities regularly to fuel your drive to keep going
• Building resilience through setbacks

Resources Mentioned: 

TASCHEN Publishing https://www.taschen.com/en/

Gallery in Napa, Ca. https://www.aerenagalleries.com/

How we met: https://ilovecreatives.com/

Link to Arvin - NFT expert https://www.instagram.com/arvinknft/?hl=en

Free Career Clarity Starter Kit for Creatives: https://www.curatedsplash.com/starter-kit-landing-page

Learn more and read transcripts at https://www.artispodcast.com/

Follow the podcast at @artispodcast

Learn more about our partner ART MO and sign up https://artmo.com/

Follow along @artmo__

Article about Isotta, Art Is… & ARTMO https://artmo.com/buzz/artmo-introduces-its-new-partner-art-is-podcast 

Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work http://www.isottapage.com/

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her work https://www.curatedsplash.com/

Original music by Black Wonder Twins

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Episode 3: Monty Preston, Manager of Art Advisory & Curation at Saatchi Art, joins us to explain what NFT’s are and how we as emerging artists can benefit from blockchain technology. 

Isotta asks Monty to clear up the common misconceptions around NFT’s and clarify how they can generate income for artists. Part 1 of their conversation covers the popular topic of curation in the NFT space and delves into the probing question: do NFT’s offer opportunities for increased diversity and democratized access to the art world? The episode ends with Monty sharing her vision for the future of the art world along with an explanation of trends, emerging media models, and innovations both she and Saatchi Art are excited about. 

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Episode 2: Understanding the value of art based knowledge tools iteration & critique for emerging artists and early career creatives seeking to transform the future of the art industry. 

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Resources:

https://www.artispodcast.com/resources

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Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Odette Brady, a fiction writer, introduces us to her work and her Art Residency program. Every artist has a unique creative process, but each process inevitably includes self-doubt and constructive criticism. Odette explains how it’s important to accept the work and the outcome for what it is and continue forward.

Cel del Nord, Odette’s Artist in Residency program, is designed to do just that. It’s an escape from everyday life to give artists a temporary reality where they can fully dive into their craft. What started as an antique beautiful building in a small village north of Barcelona has been transformed into a creative safe haven both online and in situ. Odette shares how she balances creative work with daily life and explains her interest in the inclusion offered by the digital world.

Join Isotta on her first ever in person podcast with Odette Brady recorded during Isotta’s stay at the Cel del Nord Art Residency. 

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• Creative process in self doubt and letting others evaluate your work
• Including short form work into the long term process to keep your energy up
• Hybrid residences and why virtual and in person are equally important
• Making art against the reality of normal life
• What artists want to do with life rather than what they’ve already done
• Art making as a lifestyle

Guest Info:

Connect with Odette Brady on her website.

Follow Us:

• Our Website
• Instagram | Isotta’s Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

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Episode 5: Learning from other industries and embracing strategies of R&D or principles of startup thinking could broaden professional development opportunities for emerging artists visualising the future art world.

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https://www.artispodcast.com/resources

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Episode 13: Jonathan Girroir, Senior Manager of Developer Relations at Tech Soft 3D, joins Isotta to contextualize the emergence of innovation from mature tech like 3D printing to newer tech like digital twins and open metaverses. With his 25 years of experience in the software development industry, Jonathan provides insights into how and why these innovations are being developed and what role they serve in industries, from automotive to architectural. The discussion centers around various use cases tech tools could have for artists and the opportunity we as creatives have to work in the hybrid space of digital and physical worlds. 

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Welcome to Season 5 Episode 4 of Art Is... a podcast for artists, where we brainstorm the future of the art world and the creative industries.

In this week's thought-provoking episode, Isotta and Lauryn delve into the complex relationship between artists and money, unraveling the stigmas and discomfort surrounding financial freedom.

They encourage listeners to challenge themselves by examining their own notions of financial freedom and question what it truly means to them. By deconstructing the barriers and embracing the stigmas, artists can gain a clearer understanding of their financial goals, personal aspirations, and emotional well-being.

Isotta and Lauryn shed light on the common fixation artists have with specific monetary milestones, such as aiming for a certain yearly income or monthly earnings. They emphasize the importance of shifting the focus from these arbitrary numbers and instead exploring the underlying motivations behind these desires.

Moreover, they tackle the fixation on follower count and urge artists to introspectively evaluate their intentions behind wanting a certain number of followers. By understanding the underlying motivations, artists can align their goals with their true desires and aspirations.

Isotta and Lauryn delve into the deeper WHY behind these financial and follower-related goals, encouraging artists to reflect on the connection between money, happiness, and fulfillment. They explore the complexities of finding a balance between financial stability and artistic satisfaction, challenging the notion that money is the sole determinant of success.

To transform artists' relationships with money, Lauryn shares three fundamental principles. These principles provide a framework for cultivating an abundance and peaceful mindset, enabling artists to navigate their financial journey with confidence and intention. Drawing from Lauryn's personal experiences with her clients, she discusses practical strategies to implement these principles and achieve financial well-being.

The episode concludes with a teaser for next week's episode, featuring creative financial coach Ryan Roi. Listeners can look forward to gaining insights and guidance on how to navigate the financial aspects of their artistic careers effectively.

Join Isotta and Lauryn in this essential conversation as they unravel the complexities surrounding artists' relationship with money, share transformative strategies for financial freedom, and explore the connection between abundance, peace of mind, and artistic fulfillment.

Make sure to subscribe to Art Is... a podcast for artists to catch all future episodes, and don't forget to leave a review and share it with fellow artists who could benefit from these empowering conversations.

Topics covered

• Deconstructing artists' discomfort with money - leaning into the stigmas and asking yourself what does financial freedom look like for you? 
• Goal setting: financial, personal and ‘feelings’ goals
• Fixation with a certain sum of money (100k year or 10k month) instead of asking yourself 
• Fixation with a certain number of followers 
• WHY do you want to make x amount of money or have a certain number of followers 
• Money vs happiness and fulfilment 
• 3 fundamental principles to transform your relationship with money 
• Abundance and peace mindset and Lauryn’s experience with herself and her clients 
• Attitude of gratitude
• Intro to next week’s episode with creative financial coach Ryan Roi 

Resources Mentioned: 

Curated Splash “Unlocking Wealth and Abundance: Three Spiritual Principles to Transform Your Relationship with Money” https://www.curatedsplash.com/blog/2023/7/10/unlocking-wealth-and-abundance-three-spiritual-principles 

Susan Hensel “Productivity In the Studio’ https://susanhenselprojects.com/free-artist-resources/ 

The Alchemist Novel by Paulo Coelho

Ryan Roi Financial Coach https://www.instagram.com/ryanroitattoo/?hl=en 

TASCHEN Publishing https://www.taschen.com/en/ 

Free Career Values & Motivations Guide: https://www.curatedsplash.com/shop 

Free Career Clarity Starter Kit for Creatives: https://www.curatedsplash.com/starter-kit-landing-page

Learn more about our partner ART MO: https://artmo.com/

Follow along @artmo__

Article about Isotta, Art Is… & ARTMO https://artmo.com/buzz/artmo-introduces-its-new-partner-art-is-podcast 

Learn more and read transcripts at https://www.artispodcast.com/

Follow the podcast at @artispodcast

Learn more about Isotta at @isottapage and see her work http://www.isottapage.com/

Learn more about Lauryn @curatedsplash and her work https://www.curatedsplash.com/

Original music by Black Wonder Twins

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Episode 14: Kassen Qian joins Isotta to break down some key crypto jargon - from tokens, to mining, to DAO’s. The dialogue is a perfect addition to past episodes on NFT’s, the metaverse and more crypto phenomena. Kassen deconstructs what a DAO (Decentralized Autonomous Organization) is and why this alternative organizational model is gaining traction online around the world. The discussion centers around an example that Kassen uses to contextualize the use cases for DAO’s, and also dives into how the transparent system of smart contracts within a DAO works to direct any future action of an organization. The episode is highly informative but accessible to all. It poses interesting underlying questions on the potential artists and creatives have to continue investigating the opportunities presented by the world of crypto.

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Episode 07: Part 2 of Isotta’s discussion with Haley Hnatuk, Content Marketing Coordinator at Fastmail and Editor/ Assistant Producer on the upcoming documentary film in love, in memory. Haley shares about her work on the Fast Mail podcast 'Digital Citizen', explaining why she loves using tech as a tool to share stories and build community. The conversation builds off of past episodes exploring why mission-driven work is so impactful and how we as creatives can use tech to expand our reach. Haley shares best practices on meaningful content creation, and focuses on the usefulness of getting feedback for blindspot prevention. Isotta and Haley also discuss how to deal with negative feedback, and tips on how to encourage creative/business collaborations. The episode ends with Haley’s conclusions on the increasing hybridity between online/offline and local/global community building. 

Show Notes:

Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Haley Hnatuk, Content Marketing Coordinator at Fastmail and Editor/Assistant Producer on the upcoming documentary film, in love, in memory, illustrates what she deems possible for us and our digital lives. Haley aspires tech to exist in a positive space where we can connect with more individuals on a deeper level and then bring those people into our offline world as well.

We naturally align with the use of technology to solve problems in our daily lives. Haley is taking it one step further in manifesting this technology to be in a space of community building. A space where everybody can collaborate to create beautiful things with feedback channels that you can take with you to reflect and ask what’s serving you and what’s not. The idea is everybody is included in a positive space where everyone can relate to one another to make a larger impact.

Join Isotta on today’s episode as Haley walks us through the benefits of community building through a digital platform and how to overcome the misconceptions we all face when building something for the first time. 

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• How technology can be used for community building
• How feedback can help reflect on a big project
• Misconceptions that might be holding people back from taking the next step
• A blended community of online and offline connections
• What you do and say online matters
• Increasing privacy online

Resources Mentioned:

• in love, in memory’s Facebook | Instagram | Website | Twitter
• Digital Citizen’s Website
• Fastmail’s Twitter

Guest Info

Connect with Haley Hnatuk on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

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Episode 18: Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Susan Hensel, a multidisciplinary artist with a current interest in digital textiles, shares wisdom from a 50+ year career as an artist. 

“Art belongs everywhere,” Susan says and as an emerging artist, creating your own opportunities is your livelihood. Find your market, find your mentors and critique groups, stretch yourself further, and take yourself seriously. Ask yourself: where should my art live? Does it belong in a white cube or in a lively coffee shop? Susan dives into the importance of having mentors to learn from and critique groups to help you improve your craft. She shares personal experiences mentoring and being mentored, explaining her approach to teaching, goal setting and how she first went about setting her prices. Susan is also a gallerist and also has worked with galleries and museums so her insights and experiences are excellent food for thought. 

Susan is a talented artist, lifelong learner and inspiration to all artists. 

Join Isotta on today’s episode as Susan Hensel uncovers who the modern-day shaman is and how to operate at full production to get the most out of your art workday.

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• Creating your own opportunities to exhibit and share your work with the world 
• Learning more about art economics, deconstructing the notion of art being a luxury commodity and asset class
• Mentorship: stories of being a mentor and getting mentorship 
• Art Work is Real Work: showing up in the studio wherever that may be (kitchen counter or NYC industrial loft) 
• Experience with critique groups out of art school
• Insights on art pricing and getting to the number
• Things to do and not to do as an artist to maintain work-life balance

Guest Info:

Connect with Susan Hensel on Instagram or on her website. Click here for her gallery, her Free Artist Resource, and artsy.net/partner/susan-hensel-gallery.

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• Our Website
• Instagram | Isotta’s Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

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Welcome to Season 6, Episode 3 of Art Is… a podcast for artists. In today's episode, we're joined by Asia Stewart, a groundbreaking performance artist based in Brooklyn, NY, and the founding artistic director of PerformVu.

Join us as we explore Asia's creative origins and discover how her academic background at Harvard and Cambridge, studying government and sociology, along with her experience in theater, musical theater, and opera, uniquely informs her practice of performance art. Her work seeks to physicalize abstract concepts related to race, gender, and sexuality. Asia creates evening-length performances and duration works lasting hours or days, exploring the afterlife of colonial and patriarchal violence.

In an open dialogue, Asia, Lauryn, and Isotta discuss the development of Asia's performance work and her early innovative use of digital participation from the audience. Asia opens up about the importance of authenticity and the mindset required in her art, as well as how she has coped with rejection throughout her evolving career. She emphasizes celebrating small wins and advocating for one's work.

Asia introduces us to PerformVu, “the netflix for performance art” and discusses how the platform addresses the often overlooked challenges performance artists face in sharing their work online, including issues of discoverability and compensation.

PerformVu is revolutionizing the future of art by connecting audiences to meaningful videos and films that highlight global cultural dynamics. It provides a sustainable financial solution for performance artists, addressing a significant gap in the market. Current media platforms like YouTube, Vimeo, and traditional streaming services such as Amazon Prime and Netflix fall short in offering the culturally relevant and impactful content that 66% of Gen Z and Millennials are actively seeking.

PerformVu fills this void by showcasing a diverse range of performances and artistic expressions that resonate with a culturally conscious audience. (We encourage you to explore PerformVu. For just $4.99 a month, you can access the full collection of videos and films, including the powerful work of Asia Stewart!)

As the conversation draws to a close, Asia asks Lauryn and Isotta how performance enters their lives. They discuss how performance plays into daily life as a person, as an artist, or even as an employee. Isotta shares some thoughts on how she sees marble sculpting as a performance, and Lauryn describes how performance enters her work leading workshops in rehabs and youth homeless shelters, as well as her journey being seen as a business, artist, advocate, and poet.

Asia's innovative approach to performance art and her vision for a more supportive environment for artists provide invaluable insights and inspiration. Her passion is truly energizing, making this episode essential listening for any artist looking to refine their practice and engage with performance.

Check out Asia Stewart's work and follow her at @asiastewart 

Check out Perform Vu https://www.performvu.com/ 

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Episode 6: Exploring the bounds of online exhibitions and leaning into the hybridity of digital and physical art experiences are integral to visualising the future of the art world.

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Episode 05: Part 2 of Isotta’s conversation with Alex Farkas, Founder and Director of UGallery. The episode opens with Alex sharing about how his childhood in a rural artistic town impacted his current business mentality of openness and empathy. The discussion delves into the role of community in the art world both online and offline, and the amazing enduring quality of humans to share with one another. Alex and Isotta discuss the challenge artists have in being businesses of 1, and Alex gives excellent advice on why it's essential to set mindful and strategic professional goals. The episode concludes with an interesting comment from Alex on NFT’s and an astute comparison of the NFT craze with the uptick of limited edition prints in the 2010s.

* Opening clip 'How to keep the momentum going when you feel like giving up' by Creative Career Coach Lauryn Hill 

Learn more at: www.curatedsplash.com

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Book your free career clarity session: lauryn@curatedsplash.com

Show Notes:

Welcome to this week’s episode of Art Is... a podcast for artists where Alex Farkas, Founder and Director of UGallery, sheds light on community and business strategy in the art industry. 

Artists create work in a very solitary environment but seek help or support from other artists or friends and family members. UGallery is helping foster this community online through their website and Facebook groups; where everybody knows everybody in a small town, Alex strives to bring these relationships online, catering to the next generation of creatives.

Your business strategy starts with an online presence, even if your focus is an offline gallery representation. It needs to be simple and clean with a white background, letting your work showcase itself. The next step to an online presence is connecting with others in the industry. Through word of mouth and friendships, come tools and critiques taking you one step further into recognition and having the support of a gallery. 

Join Isotta on today’s episode as Alex lays out how to be mindful of your online presence and maintain your focus to find your niche.

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform.

Topics Covered:

• When do most turn to art as something to showcase in their home
• Fostering community in the art world
• Every artist should start with a simple, clean website to showcase their work
• Evolution of online galleries to be a focused medium and tell a story
• Could NFTs be a way of the future in the art industry

Resources Mentioned:

• UGallery’s email for artists

Guest Info

Connect with Alex Farkas on his website or through email: info@ugallery.com

Follow Us:

Include links to where listeners can find you online:

• Our Website
• Instagram | Isotta’s Instagram
• Facebook
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