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Artwork for The Professional Artist Podcast: Art Business Transformations

The Professional Artist Podcast: Art Business Transformations

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If you want to make it in the art world, talent is key - but so is mastering the business side. The Professional Artist Podcast is where fine artists and commerce meet. Co-hosts Miguel L. Mayher and Cristina Demiany guide visual artists through an audio gallery, exploring how to show and sell your art, land commissions, apply for artist grants, license your art, and much more. This is where your a... more

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Artwork for The Professional Artist Podcast: Art Business Transformations

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Recent Guests

Melanie Vote
New York City-based painter whose career has been shaped by residencies and grants
Independent visual artist
Episode: It Takes 10 Years to Become an Artist (No One Tells You This)
Nancy Hollinghurst
Realist painter based in the New York City area
Independent artist
Episode: How to Build an Art Career When You Don’t Have Enough Time
Belinda Nadwie
Australian painter with a global collector base
Independent artist represented by galleries
Episode: She Built a Global Art Career by Staying True to Her Style
Jonah Allen
Fine art photographer
Florida's Gulf Coast-based photographer
Episode: Build Your Art Career Around Your Life (Not the Other Way Around)
Jason Horejs
Gallery owner, author, and faculty of The Professional Artist Association
Jason Horejs; The Professional Artist Association
Episode: Gallery Owner Reveals the Sales System Most Artists Are Missing
Kasia Frankowicz
Melbourne-based painter and sculptor
Independent artist (Kasia Frankowicz)
Episode: How You Can Sell Art Prints Online (Without a Huge Following)
Gabrielle Reeves
American painter working between the United States and Turkey
Independent artist
Episode: How You Can Build an Art Career Abroad (From Nothing)
Eric Standley
Paper artist and professor of studio art at Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech
Episode: What Actually Brings Opportunities to Artists (It’s Not Talent)
Darrell Thetford
Contemporary artist who left a career in psychology to build a full-time art business
Independent artist; works with galleries, corporate art consultants, and festivals
Episode: How You Build an Art Career (Without Waiting to Be Discovered)

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Cristina Demiany
Host of The Professional Artist Podcast and a key driver of business-focused conversations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 68 ratings
  • Inspiration I need

    As a senior who has just started creating art as a passion, I find these interviews with working artists inspiring because I get to explore their work and gain in-depth knowledge and beautiful ideas to take away.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    healthFlute
    Canada2 months ago
  • Thoughtful podcast!

    I’m pleasantly surprised to stumble across this podcast as an emerging artist. A lot of great contents, well-planned and well thought out. This podcast focuses on meaningful ideas and discussions and it feels intentional and rewarding to listen to. Thank you, I really appreciate this and I’m a big fan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Issy LA
    United States2 months ago
  • Great people and content

    Thank you for bringing all these experiences. I was hoping for more details and between the lines details but it is very helpful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sam.dezigner
    Canada3 months ago
  • Love it

    The interviews are concise and interesting. There is a wide variety of artists interviewed and the show notes make it easy to search the artist’s work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    asdfrgjygxdtr
    United States3 months ago
  • Artists to listen to

    Great interviews and personal stories that help artists. Thank you !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Izzy1889
    Australia6 months ago

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Audiences appreciate concise, varied, and in-depth artist stories that feel relevant to real-world practice.
Listeners praise the show's practical, actionable advice for building a sustainable art career.
Guests are described as generous with their knowledge and experiences.

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Apple Podcasts
#58
United States/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#14
United Kingdom/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#86
Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#195
United Kingdom/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#32
Australia/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#122
Germany/Arts/Visual Arts

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How to Build an Art Career When You Don’t Have Enough Time
Q: How do you manage balancing a full-time studio practice with other work in different studios?
I treat it as a math problem and plan my weeks in advance, using voice notes during walks and keeping a detailed planner to allocate time between 'work' and 'my own work,' while also coordinating with my husband to keep everything moving.
It Takes 10 Years to Become an Artist (No One Tells You This)
Q: If there's an artist listening who wants to start attending more residencies, what have you learned about how to choose the right one for you and how to apply successfully?
Aim for residencies that align with your place-based concept and project goals, research the terrain and communities, craft a strong project plan and artist statement that connect to the site, and aggressively apply to many programs, not just your dream one.
She Built a Global Art Career by Staying True to Her Style
Q: What are the top three lessons you've learned about building a successful art career?
Discovering and refining your style through deliberate practice and learning from mistakes; pricing artwork in a way that respects the time and materials invested while avoiding undervaluing oneself; and building effective processes and systems to manage commissions, galleries, and sales so the business scales without overwhelming the artist.
Gallery Owner Reveals the Sales System Most Artists Are Missing
Q: What role does email newsletters play in building a career?
Newsletters, when done regularly (even weekly if feasible), build familiarity and trust, dramatically boosting engagement and sales over time as the artist remains in front of potential buyers.
Gallery Owner Reveals the Sales System Most Artists Are Missing
Q: How should artists handle follow-ups with interested clients who don't immediately buy?
Follow up with value-added communications such as high-resolution images, an updated artist biography, and personalized notes; over time this increases the chance of converting interest into a sale and keeps the artist in the conversation.

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The show centers on turning artistic talent into a sustainable business, with a steady emphasis on practical strategies for monetizing art, securing commissions, navigating galleries, licensing, and leveraging opportunities like festivals and corporate collaborations. Guests are typically working visual artists or industry professionals who share actionable steps, from building networks and pricing to marketing via social media and coaching collaborations. The conversations frequently explore real-world hustles, resilience, and the mindset shifts needed to treat art as a business, making it valuable for artists seeking revenue stability and growth.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Melanie Vote
2. Nancy Hollinghurst
3. Belinda Nadwie
4. Jonah Allen
5. Jason Horejs
6. Kasia Frankowicz
7. Gabrielle Reeves
8. Eric Standley

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