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The Create! Podcast

Ekaterina Popova
Creativity
Creative Entrepreneurship
Mindfulness
Social Media
Artpreneurship
The Art Of You
Self-Worth
Coaching
Liz Lidgett Gallery
Investing In Yourself
Arts To Hearts Project
Advertising
Poetry
The Curators Salon
New MFA (master Of Fine Arts)
Artist Mentorship
Art Accessibility
Contemporary Art
Art Career
Women Entrepreneurs

The Create! Podcast (formerly Art & Cocktails) is your space for inspiration, encouragement, and practical insight at the intersection of contemporary art, creative business, and mindset. Hosted by artist, coach, and Create! Magazine founder Ekaterina Popova, the show is designed to help you grow your art career, expand your creative vision, and build a sustainable, joyful life. Through candid con... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes437Founded8 years ago
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So much of what we hear right now is about what is changing, what is closing, what is shifting. In this solo episode, Ekaterina Popova cuts through the noise to focus on what has remained true across every platform, every trend cycle, and every era o... more

What does it actually take to make art and make a living at the same time? This week, Ekaterina Popova sits down with Mason Currey, author of the beloved Daily Rituals series and his brand new book, Making Art and Making a Living (Celadon Books), a r... more

If you have been going through a funk, whether it is burnout, a creative slump, seasonal blues, or just feeling stuck, this episode is for you. Kat gets real about the challenges she faced this past winter, including some big personal changes, and sh... more

You Don't Have to Choose Between Making Art and Building a Career. James Miille Proves It.

Photographic artist James Miille has shown work in New York, Paris, Miami, and Mexico City, built two companies, and never stopped making the art that start... more

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James Miille
Fine art photographer creating surreal portraiture
Independent artist
Episode: You Don't Have to Choose Between Making Art and Building a Career. James Miille Proves It.
Emily Jeffords
Artist and educator; recurring guest and interview subject
Independent artist/educator
Episode: The Art Business Advice Nobody Tells You About Commissions, Burnout, and Actually Making It Work with Emily Jeffords
Daniel Arsham
Artist and designer, author of Future Relic
Perrotin Gallery; Collaborator with Adidas, Dior, Tiffany & Co.
Episode: Daniel Arsham: How to Break Into the Art World and Build a Career Nobody Can Ignore
Lisa Solomon
Mixed media artist, seven-time author, educator
Independent artist
Episode: When Art Meets Craft: Color, Creativity, and Calling Yourself an Artist with Lisa Solomon
Marina Pres Granger
Founder of The Artist Advisory; launching The MFA Podcast
The Artist Advisory / MFA Podcast
Episode: Astrology, Feng Shui and Owning All Parts of Your Creative Identity with Marina Granger
Jessica Libor
Artist and curator, founder of Era Contemporary.
Era Contemporary
Episode: Finding Your North Star: For Artists Who Refuse to Compromise Their Vision with Jessica Libor
Daisy Fancourt
Professor of Psychobiology and Epidemiology
University College London
Episode: Is Art the Missing Fifth Pillar of Health? Proving the Science of Creative Life Force with Daisy Fancourt
Emi Avora
London-trained, Singapore-based artist blending architectural structure with dreamlike abstraction
Episode: Emi Avora: Mediterranean Light, Mythology, and the Art of Relocation
August Vilella
Artist originally from Barcelona, now based in Tokyo, known for his unique intuitive painting style.
Episode: Mastering the Subconscious: Intuitive Painting and Global Art Career with August Vilella

Host

Ekaterina Popova
Host of The Create! Podcast (formerly Art & Cocktails); artist, coach, and founder of Create Magazine

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 437 ratings
  • Great podcast!

    I have been this podcast recently! She consistently puts out interesting and inspiring episodes with great conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GBA12345678910
    United States5 months ago
  • An essential podcast for emerging artists

    I’ve listened to The Create! Podcast since the beginning, and it’s been such a gift in my art journey. Ekaterina Popova shares her experience with such honesty, warmth, and generosity that every episode feels like a conversation with a trusted friend. Her openness about life as a painter and entrepreneur has inspired me for years and helped me grow with more confidence, joy, and purpose in my own art practice. Thank you, Kat, for creating this beautiful, uplifting space for artists everywhere!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Debbiepaints
    United States6 months ago
  • Any creative, must listen!

    Kat is so authentic and this podcast is a must listen if you want to live more creatively and abundantly!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SmallTalkWithSheila
    United States6 months ago
  • Postpartum Artist Lifeline

    Kat’s podcast has been a beacon of light and hope this summer after my son was born! I was so afraid of losing my artist identity as a new mom, and this podcast became my lifeline in connecting to the Art world and not feeling so alone. Since I began listening, I’ve been answering more calls for art and applying to galleries, and just the practice of moving past my anxiety around applications has felt so good. I feel like every episode has been a delicious, bite-sized reminder of how we can do ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tatyfairy
    United States8 months ago
  • Always what I need to hear

    Kat’s podcast is magic. Every time I tune in, she introduces me to an incredible new resource or way of thinking. Her interviews are kind, generative, and celebratory! I love how this podcast uplifts artists and cheers us on to be our very best!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Glazener Studio
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners describe the show as authentic, uplifting, and practical for artists.
Fans appreciate concise episodes, generous guest insights, and a supportive community vibe.
The host is praised for honesty, strategy, and practical business guidance for creatives.

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You Don't Have to Choose Between Making Art and Building a Career. James Miille Proves It.
Q: Why is showing your process important, and how can artists share it effectively?
Showing the process adds value because it demonstrates thinking and craftsmanship; artists should diversify how they share process beyond time-lapses, including sketches, shoots, editing, and context in newsletters or blogs to deepen audience engagement.
You Don't Have to Choose Between Making Art and Building a Career. James Miille Proves It.
Q: What does Studio Chamiilleon offer, and why is it different from traditional agencies?
Studio Chamiilleon provides affordable, modular design and mentoring services to help artists maintain ownership of their work while gaining essential business and marketing support, effectively filling gaps without requiring artists to relinquish control or equity.
You Don't Have to Choose Between Making Art and Building a Career. James Miille Proves It.
Q: How do you balance making art with the business side of your career?
James reframes the balance by treating the business side as a necessary, manageable part of the craft, suggesting calendar-blocks and micro-steps rather than chasing epic leaps, and promoting projects like Studio Chamiilleon to empower artists to stay in control.
The Art Business Advice Nobody Tells You About Commissions, Burnout, and Actually Making It Work with Emily Jeffords
Q: What is happening this spring with your work and programs?
Emily describes leading a nine-week master class called Making Art Work, a community for artists to grow profitability and impact, and the related Share Your Work Challenge to help artists market their work effectively.
Astrology, Feng Shui and Owning All Parts of Your Creative Identity with Marina Granger
Q: Your podcast name has changed; what prompted the rebrand and what should listeners expect now?
The host explains that embracing multiple identities and a broader set of tools—beyond traditional art coaching—creates a grown-up, more authentic brand. The guest adds that the new MFA Podcast expands the focus to money, mindset, manifestation, and motivation, while preserving a connection to artistic development.

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A practical, mindset-minded show for visual artists and creative entrepreneurs that blends studio stories with business tactics. Episodes commonly explore building a sustainable art career, navigating galleries and markets, branding and personal positioning, and balancing creativity with wellbeing. Guests range from painters and sculptors to curators, gallery owners, coaches, and researchers, often sharing actionable tips on pricing, visibility, networking, and staying true to one's voice. The format favors concise, applicable guidance and candid reflections on the realities of creative entrepreneurship, making it a valuable resource for artists seeking both inspiration and concrete next steps. A notable strength is the emphasis on joy, bal... more

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1. Savvy Painter Podcast with Antrese Wood
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Recent guests on The Create! Podcast include:

1. James Miille
2. Emily Jeffords
3. Daniel Arsham
4. Lisa Solomon
5. Marina Pres Granger
6. Jessica Libor
7. Daisy Fancourt
8. Emi Avora

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