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463. Quit Your Day Job with Ariane O’Day

Artist Academy ·

2026/09/28

In this week’s episode of the Artist Academy Podcast, I’m sitting down with my friend and Artist Academy member Ariane O’Day.I’ve known Ariane for about five years, during which I’ve had the privilege of watching her painting career blossom over time. She started out teaching and bartending but quickly realized those jobs were taking time away from the creative career she really wanted. Ariane shares what it took to finally let go of safety nets, find clients in a new community, and turn

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29:15

462. Painting with a Twist with Brittany Wolfe

Artist Academy ·

2026/09/21

In this week’s episode of the Artist Academy Podcast, I’m talking with Brittany Wolfe of Painting with a Twist in Little Rock, Arkansas. She has been with the franchise for nearly 16 years and talks about how she was able to build a successful paint-and-sip studio, and how you can too.We talk about why she chose the franchise route, the support that comes with it, and everything that goes into keeping a studio running. From marketing and hiring artists to managing the finances and making

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40:02

461. Story Time: Worst Customers Ever

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2026/09/14

“Your worst client will teach you more about your business than your best one ever will. They’ll show you every gap in your process, every weakness in your communication, every boundary you didn’t set.”In this episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, I’m sharing some of the worst customer experiences I’ve had throughout my mural career and the business lessons those experiences taught me. From an unpaid project that ended up in court to mistakes I discovered in my own contracts, these stories

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36:59

460. How I Sold $7,000 of Original Artwork in 3 Weeks

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2026/09/07

In this week’s episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, I’m talking about selling original canvas art and how I unexpectedly sold about $7,000 worth in just three weeks.I’ve made more than a million dollars with murals, but only around $50,000 from original canvas work in the last 13 years. So these recent sales really surprised me, especially because some of the paintings had been sitting around for many years. I’m sharing my pricing strategy to sell, and the different ways these paintings

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54:37

459. Making Money Without Losing Your Purpose with...

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2026/08/31

In this week’s episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, I’m joined byDaniel Scott, a coach for creatives who works with artists on creating a life that supports both their creativity and their financial goals. Daniel comes from an interesting background as a musician and former lawyer, having spent 12 years advising ultra-high-net-worth clients before shifting his focus to helping creatives build lives around their purpose.We ended up going down a pretty interesting rabbit hole about what we

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43:22

458. Selling Original Oil Paintings & Prints at Art...

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2026/08/24

In this episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, I’m joined by oil painterChris Abigt. I met Chris at an art show in Springfield and was immediately drawn to her work. I ended up buying one of her prints and knew I wanted to have her on the podcast.Chris has turned art shows into a full-time business. She and her husband travel around the Midwest and do up to 18 shows a year. But there is a lot more to making art shows work than putting your paintings in a booth and hoping they sell. We talk

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70:31

457. Next Level Hiring with Derrik Diza

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2026/08/17

In this episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, I’m joined byDerrik Dizato dive into hiring, team building, and growing an art business beyond just yourself.Derrik was previously on the podcast to talk about outreach. Since then, he has built a much bigger operation with employees, artists, a mentorship program, and systems that allow him to take on more work without doing everything himself.With hiring as the focus of this month’s content, I wanted to hear what Derrik has learned from

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36:20

456. Hire a Virtual Assistant for $150/month to Make...

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2026/08/10

In this week's episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, I'm sharing why hiring a virtual assistant for around $150/month can completely change the way you run your art business.I'll walk you through what I delegate, when it's time to hire, and why your most valuable hours should be spent creating and promoting. Over the last couple of months, I've made over $100,000 while investing about $20,000 into hiring help. That decision has helped me avoid burnout and keep my workweek to 35 hours or

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31:21

455. The Cost & Benefits of Hiring an Artist Helper...

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2026/08/03

In this week’s episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, we're talking about why hiring an artist helper sooner than you think could be one of the best decisions you make for your business.I'll walk you through the five levels of artist helpers, what I typically pay, and how to know which type of help is right for your business. I'll also share why you don't have to wait until you're overwhelmed to start hiring and how the right support can free you up to focus on growing your business.If you'd

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33:14

454. Kelli Panique on Writing, Illustrating &...

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2026/07/27

In this week's episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, I'm chatting withKelli Panique, host ofPicture Book Summit, an online conference created for aspiring and published children's book writers and illustrators. If you've ever dreamed of creating a children's book, whether you're writing, illustrating, or hoping to do both, this episode is for you.Since I'm currently working on my own picture book, I took this opportunity to ask all the beginner questions. Kelli shares what to expect at

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67:24

453. The Fine Art World Explained by Mary Harris

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2026/07/20

In this week's episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, I sit down with artistMary Harris, for a fascinating conversation about the fine art world. While we usually spend a lot of time talking about murals, this episode takes a different direction as Mary shares what it really takes to build a career as an exhibiting fine artist.Mary is a Los Angeles-based artist who has worked with brands like Microsoft, Coca-Cola, Home Depot, Hyatt, Cinemark, Pressed Juicery, and more. She has built a

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26:42

452. Book Big Mural Jobs Without A Big Following with...

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2026/07/13

In this week's episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, I'm sitting down with Australian muralistBinx, whose career took an unexpected turn after a devastating flood destroyed her studio and years of artwork. Instead of giving up, she rebuilt her business through murals and is now taking on some of the biggest projects of her career. We talk about what's helped her grow her business, from building relationships through word-of-mouth to consistently documenting every project so future clients

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63:06

451. Building Outdoor Sculptures That Last with...

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2026/07/06

In this week's episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, I'm sitting down with sculptorStephen Feilbach, whose larger-than-life creations have become destinations for families, travelers, and communities. If you've ever stopped to take a photo with a giant sculpture, you've probably experienced exactly what he's hoping to create. I went into this conversation thinking sculpture was just another art medium. I quickly learned there's so much more behind it. We talk about the process of turning an

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450. Building a Profitable Party Banner Business with...

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2026/06/29

In this week's episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, I'm chatting with Clarissa fromSan Diego Party Bannerabout how she built a profitable side business creating custom hand-painted party banners. What started as a birthday decoration for her son quickly grew into a business that's generated hundreds of banner orders, digital products, and a growing online community. She shares how she designs every banner in Canva, paints them efficiently, and balances it all while working a full-time

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449. Play Unfair to Win

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2026/06/22

It's easy to look at successful artists and assume they have something you don't—more talent, more connections, more money, or more opportunities. But what if your greatest advantage is something you already possess? In this episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, we'll talk about how to identify the strengths and experiences that make you uniquely valuable. Maybe it's your ability to connect with people. Maybe it's your business background. It could be your willingness to take risks, your

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448. Safe Route vs High Art Profit

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2026/06/15

Are you building the art career you actually want, or the one that simply feels safest?In this week's episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, I'm diving into a mindset shift that's been on my mind lately: the idea that many artists unknowingly limit their income by limiting the types of opportunities they're willing to pursue. Using examples from both the art world and beyond, I'll explore the difference between low-ticket, high-volume work and higher-value services that require more skill,

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447. The Long Game

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2026/06/08

In this week's episode of theArtist Academy Podcast, I'm sharing a reminder that I think every artist needs to hear from time to time: just because things are slow doesn't mean you're doing anything wrong. A year ago I found myself staring at an almost empty schedule. There were opportunities floating around, but nothing seemed to be sticking. I found myself questioning whether I was being too selective and if I needed to change course. Fast forward to today, and I'm in one of the busiest

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36:40

446. Luxury 24-Karat Gold Portraits with Shirley Yang...

Artist Academy ·

2026/06/01

This week on theArtist Academy Podcast, I’m chatting with artist and former tech entrepreneurShirley Yang Crutchfieldabout her journey from startup founder to luxury portrait artist.After stepping away from a successful career and becoming a mother, Shirley found herself facing an identity crisis that ultimately led her back to art. Through years of experimentation, she discovered a unique niche creating highly detailed portraits of accomplished women using traditional 24-karat gold water

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445. Kiptoe - USA - May Mural Month

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2026/05/27

This week’s May Mural Month replay episode on theArtist Academy Podcastfeatures the social media-famous international muralist,Kiptoe. I knew this guy had a ton of Instagram followers (278k), even more fans on YouTube (832k), and plenty of experience under his belt. But what I didn’t know about Kiptoe was that his hustle game is next-level—and that he started traveling the world independently in his 20s, building his brand from the ground up. He’s a great example of an artist who took the

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444. Nina Valkhoff - Europe - May Mural Month

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2026/05/25

This week on theArtist Academy Podcast, I’m chatting with international muralistNina Valkhofffor another May Mural Month episode!Nina shares how she went from painting custom client work in the Netherlands to creating large scale wildlife murals across 16 countries worldwide. Over the years, she slowly transitioned away from painting whatever clients requested and began fully embracing her own colorful, nature inspired style. We talk about mural festivals, traveling internationally for

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