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Paint Rest Repeat: Art Business & Artist Marketing with Ros Gervay

Paint Rest Repeat is an art business and artist marketing podcast for emerging and growing artists who want to build a creative career that works in real life. Join Australian artist and business coach Ros Gervay for practical conversations about selling your art, artist marketing, pricing, growing your audience, finding the right buyers, galleries, social media, mindset and building a sustainable art business. Through solo episodes and honest conversations with working artists and creative industry

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Holiday Sales and Art Business Truths with Claire Devine

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2025/12/01

Order your copy of the print-at-home 2026 Permission to Paint Planner ➡️ https://www.permissiontopaint.co/planner ⬅️ The BEST version yet, made in consultation with artists just like you 💗Full show notes and links available at https://www.permissiontopaint.co/podcast105 What does it really take to grow a thriving art business that supports your whole family? In this inspiring (and hilariously real) chat, Claire Devine shares how she scaled her global art biz while parenting three boys, navigating

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104 Selling Art at Fairs and Exhibitions: My Honest...

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2025/11/17

Full show notes and links available at https://www.permissiontopaint.co/podcast104In this episode, I’m bringing you behind the scenes of my latest art fair experience. This one was a biggie, and it brought up all the feels — from the wins to the wobbles. Whether you’ve done a few shows before or you’re still dreaming about your first exhibition or fair, I’m sharing the real talk on what went well, what I’d do differently, and the mindset shifts that helped me stay grounded. Think of this episode as

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103 Inside the Affordable Art Fair with Georgia Huestis

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2025/11/03

Order your copy of the print-at-home 2026 Permission to Paint Planner ➡️ https://www.permissiontopaint.co/offers/DkBdZx9m/checkout ⬅️ The BEST version yet, made in consultation with artists just like you 💗Full show notes and links available at https://www.permissiontopaint.co/podcast103 Step inside one of Australia’s biggest art events and get the insider scoop with Georgia Huestis, Director of the Affordable Art Fair. Ros and Georgia chat all things art buying trends, what collectors want in

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102 How to Actually Make Money From Your Art

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2025/10/20

Full show notes and links available at https://www.permissiontopaint.co/podcast102Ever wondered how artists actually make a living from their art? In this episode, I’m diving into the secret to sustainable income — multiple streams that support both your creativity and your bank account. Whether you’ve sold a few pieces or you’re dreaming of your first sale, you’ll discover how to turn your passion into a thriving art business — without losing your creative spark. ...read the full article at

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101 How to Set Yourself Up for 2026 Without the...

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2025/10/06

Full show notes and links available at https://www.permissiontopaint.co/podcast101Feeling behind before the year’s even begun? You’re not alone — but it doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode, Ros shares a gentle, practical approach to planning ahead now, so you can step into 2026 with clarity, confidence and your energy intact. No hustle. No pressure. Just small, smart steps that protect your joy and creative rhythm. ...read the full article at

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100 The Best Way to Avoid Social Media Burnout

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2025/09/09

Ever felt like social media is more treadmill than tool? You’re not alone. In this milestone episode, Ros and Laura unpack the very real phenomenon of social media burnout—why it happens, how to prevent it, and what to do if you’re already there. From chasing algorithms to the pressure of constant content creation, they share both mindset shifts and practical strategies to help you stay visible without losing your joy (or your sanity). Oh, and stick around to the end—because there’s a huge

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099 Overcoming Artist Money Blocks with Denise...

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2025/08/26

Ever feel like pricing your art is a total minefield of guilt, second-guessing, and “who do I think I am”? You’re not alone — and this chat with Money Mindset Mentor Denise Duffield-Thomas is the money mindset reset every artist needs. Denise shares fresh, funny, and soul-nourishing insights into why we really struggle to charge for our work, how to shift old money stories, and why your face (or your art!) is your fortune.Whether you’re a closet money avoider, queen of bartering, or just tired of

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098 From Surviving to Thriving with Textile Artist...

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2025/08/12

098 From Surviving to Thriving with Textile Artist Kay HustwaiteThis week, Laura and Ros are joined by the inspiring Kay Hustwaite, a textile and mixed media artist from Ballarat, Victoria, whose work and life are rooted in the healing potential of creativity. Kay shares her powerful story of transformation, from navigating an acquired brain injury to building a joyful, purpose-led art practice and running community workshops that connect, heal and inspire. In this conversation, we talk

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29:40

097 Art, ADHD & All the Shiny Things: A Chat with...

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2025/07/29

Are you a multi-passionate artist who loves all the shiny things? Same! This week we’re joined by the brilliant Sami Sparrow — illustrator, educator, and creative whirlwind — for a heartwarming chat about embracing your multi-passionate self and letting joy lead the way. From fabric licensing and whimsical colouring packs to running kids’ art classes, Sami shares how she juggles it all while staying true to her inner child. Reminder: Sami’s magical colouring packs are now live on her website —

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096: This Will Change Everything In Your Art Business

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2025/07/15

Whether you're brand new to selling your work or you’ve hit some art biz growing pains, this episode reveals the one shift that will fast-track your progress. Ros and Laura share candid stories from the early days of their art businesses, the struggles they faced, and what finally helped them move forward with clarity, confidence, and momentum. Spoiler: it’s not more social media tips, it’s something deeper (and more powerful).Reminder: Laura’s Ignite Art Retreat is now open for early bird

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095 What’s really behind your procrastination as an...

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2025/07/01

If procrastination has got you in a headlock (again), this episode’s your gentle but firm nudge forward. Ros and Laura are diving deep into the real reasons you might be putting things off — and spoiler alert: it’s not laziness. From perfectionism and fear of failure to low energy and neurodivergent patterns, they unpack the hidden blocks holding artists back and share simple, practical ways to shift into action.Reminders: Ros’s Thrive Mastermind just kicked off — a few spots might be left! Apply

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094 Dream It, Plan It, Do It: Your Half-Year Art Biz...

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2025/06/17

The Art Biz Strategy session you didn't know you needed!Feeling off track in your art business? It happens from time to time and let us tell you that you're not alone. This episode is here to help you reset, refocus, and realign your Art Business for the second half of the year. Whether you're feeling creatively blocked, have lost momentum, or just want a strategic moment to check in with your goals, this is your invitation to take a breath and come back to what matters most. Laura and Ros guide

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093 Deb Baker on Ditching the Day Job to Chase Her...

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2025/06/03

Ever dreamt of leaving your “sensible” job to finally back yourself as an artist? Deb Baker did just that — and in this heartfelt, joyful convo, she shares how she made the leap from nursing and pharmacy to full-time artist life. We dive into the mindset shifts, the fears, and the triumphs (like seeing her colourful art hanging in a local café!).Deb opens up about navigating imposter syndrome, building confidence, and finding the right mentors to guide her along the way. If you’re wondering whether

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092 What It’s Really Like to Host an Art Retreat:...

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2025/05/20

Ever dreamed of attending—or running—your own art retreat?In this episode, Ros interviews Laura as she pulls back the curtain on what it truly takes to bring a creative retreat to life. What began as a long-held dream was reignited during a deeply restorative trip to Hoi An, and the inspiration never left. There was something about the town’s magic, the peaceful energy of the villa, the beautiful people, coupled with Laura’s deep desire to create space for transformation through art that just

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091 How to Stand Out in the Art World with Brand...

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2025/05/06

In this episode, we dive into branding and visibility for artists with brand coach Jen Bowers from Jen Be Brands. Jen speaks about what it really means to stand out in the art world — like a flamingo in a flock of seagulls! We explore recognition marketing and why branding is about so much more than colours and logos (although those are fun too!). Jen explains how building a memorable brand starts with knowing your brand personality — something that, for artists, is often deeply personal and closely

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090 Mindset Mini – Rewrite Your Money Story as an Artist

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2025/04/22

Welcome back to another Mindset Mini - our bite-sized episodes designed to help you overcome the most common mindset struggles we see in the artist community.In this episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest blocks that hold artists back from building successful and sustainable art businesses: your money story. If you’ve ever felt weird about charging for your work, cringed at money affirmations, or believed deep down that being “good with money” just isn’t your thing - this episode is for

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089 Mindset Mini – Overcoming Fear of Visibility for...

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2025/04/08

Welcome back to Mindset Mini—our bite-sized episodes tackling common mindset struggles artists face. We are diving into the topic of : Fear of Visibility for Introverted Artists.Have you been struggling to put yourself out there as an artist? You’re not alone. In this episode, Laura and Ros dive into the mindset shifts that can help introverted artists (or anyone hesitant about visibility) build confidence and share their work online in a way that feels authentic. We explore where the “fear of

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088 Mindset Mini - Turning Artist Overwhelm into...

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2025/03/25

Finding balance as an artist is essential for avoiding burnout and creating a sustainable creative lifestyle. In this episode, we discuss how to shift from overwhelm into flow by prioritising self-care, setting boundaries, and building habits that support both creativity and well-being.We’ll cover actionable strategies to help you take control of your schedule, manage your energy, and create a life that supports your art without sacrificing your well-being. If you missed Episode 87, you’ll want to

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087 Mindset Mini – Letting Go of the Starving Artist...

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2025/03/11

Welcome back to Mindset Mini — our bite-sized episodes tackling common mindset struggles artists face. Today, we’re busting one of the biggest myths in the art world: the Starving Artist Story.This limiting belief affects how we price our work, view our worth, and run our art businesses. If you’ve ever struggled to charge for your art or questioned whether financial success is even possible for an artist or creative, this episode is for you! Ros and Laura share powerful questions to help you

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086 Mindset Mini - How to Stop Perfectionism Ruining...

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2025/02/25

In this episode, we dive into the sneaky ways perfectionism can sabotage your creativity and business growth. Perfectionism often shows up as setting impossibly high standards and never feeling like your work is "good enough." We’ll break down why perfectionism is more than just a habit—it’s a mindset that can hold you back from finishing your best work.We’ll cover how to recognise perfectionist patterns, shift your mindset, and share practical steps to help you keep creating (even when it feels

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