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

We’re continuing the conversation this week on how to make progress in your art business.

 

Ros and Laura talk about the importance of playing the long game no matter your persona. They chat about the fact that good things take time, no matter how hard that pill is to swallow. Ros shares her experience with approaching dreams with high energy and being reminded that sustainability and balance are essential to long term success in art business.

 

Ros says “It's really important to set your goals, to know what you want, to allow yourself to dream, make plans to get of closer to those dreams but it is OK for your growth to be a little bit slower than your heart desires it to be so that you can maintain that growth and continue growing your art business in a steady way that is sustainable.”

 

Laura raises the topic of perfectionism and points out its dark side and how it can hold you back from success. The “all or nothing” approach, “perfect or not at all” can really wreak havoc and stop our dreams from taking shape.

 

Laura suggests casting perfectionism and comparison aside and “really tuning into that gut feeling and that intuition. Setting goals around not what you feel like you should be doing to be a successful creative business owner but instead thinking about what sort of lifestyle I want and then identifying actions that can move towards that aligned goal.”

 

Ros and Laura touch on many other topics in this chat:

 

• Feelings Based Goals
• Outcome Based Goals
• Importance of structure and systems in art business
• How to deal with resistance and procrastination
• Why we follow joy

 

Get your FREE goal setting workbook here: https://laurajaneday.com/shop-/p/art-biz-goal-setting-guide

 

For more on this topic, tune in to Part 1 (Episode 23) where this conversation began.

 

We hope that you enjoy the show!

 

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

 

This episode is sponsored by The Paint Rest Repeat First Birthday Party! Come and celebrate with us in Melbourne on Saturday 12th November. Get your free ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/paint-rest-repeat-podcast-meet-up-tickets-434643258687

EPISODE LINKS:

 

Tash Corbin - https://tashcorbin.com/

 

Sarah McKenzie - https://www.instagram.com/sarah.mckenzie.art/

FIND US AND FOLLOW US ONLINE!

 

Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/

 

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

 

For more information about Ros’ membership Art For The Heart and courses please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

 

Please help us grow our Podcast by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Here is how!

 

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Ros and Laura are back for another episode this fortnight and are talking about how to make progress in your art biz!

 

They discuss what that might look like, as every artist is different. Each individual will have different visions for their future and they may have different values and goals that all play a part in what you choose to focus on. Both Ros and Laura share how they have made progress in their art businesses over the years and share some tips for those who are possibly at the hobby level artist wanting to take their art into a more serious endeavour. 

 

Ros shares that it has been through a whole lot of trial and error and Laura wholeheartedly agrees with this, its part of business and life. In this episode they also cover feelings of self doubt that come up when running a business.

 

Laura discusses holding a clear picture of what your goal is and taking aligned action. Suggesting some ways to do this by tapping into your intuition, personal introspection and visualisation. 

 

Ros and Laura share some helpful tips such as: 

 

• Being open to learning 
• Visualising your dream business
• Not getting too caught up in other people's successes
• Quiet the noise and tap into your own ideas and vision
• Becoming more consistent in showing up for yourself
• Being open to new opportunities
• Finding accountability buddies to check in with

 

Laura discusses the concept of becoming 1% better every day which is from the Atomic Habits book by James Clear - link below. Ros also touches on topics around consistency and scheduling for artists in business. 

 

We felt there was so much more to say on this topic, we have split it up into a two part series. So tune in next fortnight to keep the conversation going.

 

We hope that you enjoy the show!

 

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

 

This episode is sponsored by: Laura’s Creative Kick-Start Coaching Sessions. For aspiring artists who are seeking clarity and direction in their Art Biz - To find out more go to: https://laurajaneday.com/creative-coaching 

EPISODE LINKS:

 

Atomic Habits - James Clear - https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits

 

Julie - Plan Your Market - https://www.instagram.com/planyourmarket/

 

Sarah McKenzie - https://www.instagram.com/sarah.mckenzie.art/

FIND US AND FOLLOW US ONLINE!

 

Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/

 

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

 

For more information about Ros’ membership Art For The Heart as well as in-person painting workshops and other offerings please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

 

Please help us grow our Podcast by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Here is how!

 

Stay tuned for more episodes being released every two weeks!

This fortnight, Laura and Ros chat with money mindset coach Sarah Falkinder and explore the complex relationship between artists and money.

 

Based in Ballarat NSW Australia, Sarah is an expert in all things finance and is passionate about helping others to master money so that they can create their best life. Think empowerment, purpose and simplification!

 

Together we deep dive into the topic, investigating a range of blocks and unhelpful scripts that hold many artists back from financial success like:

 

• They don’t call them starving artists for nothing.
• I’m not good at managing money.
• I’m not responsible enough with money.
• Art is a financially risky career choice
• I’m no good at numbers.

 

We also chat about ways of overcoming those roadblocks and hurdles from analysing your history, your values and your money archetype. Sarah offers a free archetype survey which you can check out via the link below. Sarah talks about the importance of this holistic approach and this alignment in helping artists to achieve the right goals in an aligned way.

 

Sarah shares some seriously epic golden nuggets in this episode. Be sure to listen to the end where Sarah shares how knowing the money archetypes of your loved ones can improve life and relationships.

 

We hope that you enjoy the Show!

 

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Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

 

This episode is sponsored by:

 

Ros’ Facebook community for heart-centred creative women - Permission To Paint Free Community. If you like to make art, no matter your level or medium, we’d love to welcome you! Join here now >>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

 

EPISODE LINKS:

 

Sarah Falkinder website https://www.sarahfalkinder.com.au/

Sarah Falkinder Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sarahfalkinder/

Expense Tool and Money Archetype Quiz https://www.sarahfalkinder.com.au/resources

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Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/

 

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

 

For more information about Ros’ membership as well as instant access courses and other offerings please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervayart.com

 

Please help us grow our Podcast by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Here is how!

 

Stay tuned for more episodes being released every two weeks!

This fortnight, Ros and Laura are back together and bringing you a conversation about how to make money from your art and generate more money as a creative person. This episode covers different income stream options for creative people. Laura and Ros discuss what they have done over time in their businesses to earn more money from their art practice. 

 

Laura shares that one of her main streams of income to support her practice has been sharing her skills through teaching. By doing this she was able to use the money generated from classes to re-invest back into the creative projects that she was passionate about pursuing. 

 

In terms of selling her art she identifies that it took focused intention to work towards an exhibition to sell her paintings. She had to work through money blocks to get to the point of making the kind of money that she wanted to make from selling her paintings. Laura shares that lots of journaling and intention setting helped her to do this. 

 

Laura and Ros share a common money block - “it’s hard to make money as an artist” that they, and many other artists have struggled with. Ros shares about making the jump into her own art biz and the motivation to do that came from her being deeply un-fulfilled in her job. She could see that she had so much more to give, and her skills were being undervalued. She had no desire to go back, so she “had” to make money from her art, she does this through varied income streams.

 

Ros also mentions Elizabeth Gilbert’s book - Big Magic - and a concept that is outlayed in the book about not putting too much pressure on your art. She says to make sure you have a job or income to your practice to relieve the pressure on solely making money from your art. It can be through a side-hustle, a day job or ideally something related to the creative industry. 

 

Some of the various income stream options for artists discussed in this episode are:

• Teaching - group and 1:1 mentoring
• Online Membership
• Commissions
• Instagram Sales of original arts or prints
• Open Studio event with art for sale
• Original Art - selling independently or through retails or galleries
• Exhibitions - solo
• Group Shows 
• Art Prints 
• Wholesale - art prints or products
• Making products - cards, t-shirts, tea-towels etc. 
• Local Markets or bigger design markets
• Projects with local council or local organisations
• Applying for art grants

If you have any others to add to this list please let us know. Hopefully this gives you an idea on the varied ways that you can generate more income as a creative practitioner!

 

We hope that you enjoy the show!

 

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

 

This episode is sponsored by: Laura’s Soul Medicine Painting Workshops for more info please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/workwithme to find out more!

 

EPISODE LINKS:

 

Big Magic - Elizabeth Gilbert - https://www.elizabethgilbert.com/books/big-magic/

 

OGO T-shirt and product drop shipping: https://ogo.com.au/

 

FIND US AND FOLLOW US ONLINE!

 

Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/

 

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

 

For more information about Ros’ membership Art For The Heart as well as in-person painting workshops and other offerings please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

 

Please help us grow our Podcast by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Here is how!

 

Stay tuned for more episodes being released every two weeks!

This fortnight, Laura takes the reins and brings you an interview with the inspirational artist Steph Wallace who talks about her career to date and her latest workshop offerings.

Steph chats about her creativity as a child, her fine arts degree experience and her journey between then and now. Having explored all the mediums from paper cutting to textile art, Steph discusses the importance of not getting too locked into a medium. Laura and Steph chat about the idea that artists do not need to niche as hard as the industry suggests, that constant evolution is OK and that having a supportive community is the secret ingredient to living a rewarding and authentic life as an artist and creative.

Based on her personal experience, Steph shares that her support network (online and in person) has helped her to turn her many ideas into change and progress. Her hot tip is to be open to where you community members may come from - they may be people who comment on your social media post or some whose podcast you listen to. They could even be a stranger who you randomly meet at a gallery in Ballarat.

Steph has done all the things! She has run an art gallery; taught art classes overseas; mastered small business via her tiny furniture biz and; is now incredibly excited to be running ceramics workshops for women who are ready to carve out some time for themselves.

Having experienced firsthand the benefits of creative practice for mothers and the power of art making when it comes to mental wellness, Steph runs her workshops from the heart. She also offers some advice for others wanting to run their own art workshops.

We hope that you enjoy the show!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

And tune in on YouTube to join us in the studio: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpuYek-mvHJ7efz-KSR77xQ

This episode is sponsored by: Ros’ Art For The Heart Membership for creatives wanting to create regularly and dive deeper into their art journey. For more info, head here: http://www.permissiontopaint.co/afh

 

EPISODE LINKS:

www.stephwallaceart.com

www.instagram.com/steph.wallace.art

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/steph-wallace-15200175598

 

FIND US AND FOLLOW US ONLINE!

Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/ and https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ membership and courses, please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

Please help us grow our Podcast by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Here is how!

Stay tuned for more episodes being released every two weeks!

This fortnight we bring you a powerful topic - How to VALUE yourself as an artist. This topic links into a previous episode on - Why is it so hard to call yourself an artist which was episode 17. Link Below. So for this episode we are assuming that listeners are at the point of using the “artist” label, and are now wanting to work on their value. 

 

Laura mentions that when she made the “decision” to run her own art business – that allowed herself to give permission to buying art supplies, carving out time for art and all the lifestyle elements that come with being an artist – catching up with creative friends – is considered networking. Laura proposes that the feelings of “guilt” might surface when creatives and makers are at the hobby level and are not yet at the business level.

 

Ros talks mentions that if you are having fun or enjoying your work it might not be “seen” as valuable. Which she says is BS by the way!! She states that the key part of valuing yourself as an artist is having a community and connections with other artists and peers. 

 

Laura brings up how artists can sometimes feel like they are being taken advantage of when they are asked to work for free for exposure. Because the arts in general are undervalued because of societal norms. Laura mentions that mindset work can help in valuing yourself and valuing your time when undertaking creative projects and it is possible to get paid really well for something that you enjoy.Ros talks about the recent project that she is working on with her local council where she has been asked to paint a piano. The contact person is amazing because from the outset they proposed that they will pay her as an artist ethically. She pointed Ros in the direction to NAVA , a Professional membership and advocacy agency for Artists in Australia.

 

Ros reiterates the value of Art buddies or friends in small business to run things by in terms of being paid well. Laura mentions that if you undertake a project and you are not being paid well you will end up resentful of the project, and if you are not being valued by the customer or the organisation that has asked you to undertake the project then it is not worth doing.

 

Laura suggests a quick exercise to figure out your base hourly rate? and feeling into what feels good to you. Ros talks about how she prices her work and she said she looks inward to see what “feels good” and is a fair price for everybody. Laura talks about what you sign up for when you step into professional practice as an artist – inconsistent income, gig-based economy, you are also signing up for people wanting you to work for free, and on the opposite side people that really value what you do as well. Ros mentions that you are signing up for those emotions on the rollercoaster ride of being an artist.

 

Ros was so excited to be approached for the opportunity from her local council to paint the piano because she loves music as well. Ros talks about all of the emotions that surfaced in undertaking this process but she was aware that it all comes as a part of the journey and once it was complete she was really happy with the outcome. She mentions that if you accept that the rollercoaster of emotions is a part of the process it will see you in good stead.

 

Ros talks about how it takes persistence to be an artist and mentions the saying that “Art is a career for stubborn people”  and going from a different career to full time art you come up against people that don’t value the arts or don’t value small business. There will be people who consider your career choice as a “risk”. Ros talks about when she moved away from primary teaching her Mum not wanting her to give up that position “just in case” because it was “safe” career.  

 

Ros asks Laura if she had anyone in her life who had those beliefs and Laura shared about how her family has always wanted her to have a “sensible and stable job”. Ros says her strategy is to ignore the nay-sayers.

 

Laura shares about how she had inner conflict with herself going through art school and then feeling like she never fit into the regular 9-5 workplace but since she has found out more about herself and how she operates and works best in the world the clear it has become that being an artists suits her because she can set her own schedule, she can say yes and no to different projects and she can manage her energy levels better. It doesn't matter what other people say – if this is the right path for you -  just dedicate yourself to it.

 

Ros talks about forging a career in the arts is a big personal journey. When Ros started to take her art seriously, she mentions it was like a “coming home” - which is a really beautiful way of seeing her practice. 

 

We had a lovely Podcast review from Sarah McKenzie @sarah.mckenzie.art on Instagram. 

“Thanks again for a great Podcast, can relate to to much of what you are saying. Look forward to being more intentional with goals and direction which is easy to go off on whims and tangents, which can be fine but not always aligned with your bigger picture” - Thankyou for the kind words Sarah! 

 

We hope that you enjoy the Show!

 

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

 

This episode is sponsored by: Laura’s Creative Kick-Start Coaching Sessions. For aspiring artists who are seeking clarity and direction in their Art Biz - To find out more go to: https://laurajaneday.com/creative-coaching 

EPISODE LINKS:

 

Episode 17 - Why is it so hard to call yourself an artist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cLo3bbJo1-4&t=22s

 

Episode 18 - on Goal Setting - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JazyaJiLhg&t=2s

 

NAVA: https://visualarts.net.au/

 

Sarah McKenzie - https://www.instagram.com/sarah.mckenzie.art/

 

FIND US AND FOLLOW US ONLINE!

 

Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/

 

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

 

For more information about Ros’ membership Art For The Heart as well as in-person painting workshops and other offerings please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

 

Please help us grow our Podcast by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Here is how!

 

Stay tuned for more episodes being released every two weeks!

This episode is all about goal setting for artists, makers and artpreneurs! Laura shares that she is exploring “Profit First” - a book by Mike Michalowicz which sets out a cash management system for entrepreneurs.

 

Ros shares a new quarterly planning approach she is trying, inspired by a business mentor Tash Corbin.

 

This is how it works:

 

1. Do a brain dump of all your ideas and what you want to achieve in the quarter. These can be in all areas of your life including health, family etc.
2. Then look at your list and determine which of those items are goal (rather than actions). Goals are the ones that have a number related to them. E.g. Create 6 artworks, make 10 sales etc.
3. Hone your goals to a list of 3 only.
4. List out 9-10 total actions that relate to your goal list. You can choose items from your original brain dump list. Or you may realise that some of the items in your original list are not going to help with your goals, so you can leave them aside for another day.

 

Grab the workbook to help you to apply this planning! You can do this at any time throughout the year. https://laurajaneday.com/resources

 

Laura chats about the importance of having a focus for your creative energy and setting yourself up with realistic goals. By channeling your energy and creativity into specific activities as set out in your plan, will help you to achieve your goals.

 

We also touch on some tips for overachievers and also those who have to nurture their energy levels. 

 

DM us to let us know what your 3 goals are for the quarter!

 

We hope that you enjoy the Show!

 

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

 

This episode is sponsored by:

 

Ros’ Facebook community for heart-centred creative women - Permission To Paint Free Community. If you like to make art, no matter your level or medium, we’d love to welcome you! Join here now >>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

 

EPISODE LINKS:

 

Goal Setting Workbook >>> https://laurajaneday.com/resources

Sandra Gale >>> https://www.instagram.com/sandra.gale.studio/

Robyn Saurine >>> https://www.instagram.com/robynsaurine/

Tessa Bartholemew >>> https://www.instagram.com/tessa.marie.art/

Laura’s Nurture Workshops >>> https://laurajaneday.com/nurture-classes

 

FIND US AND FOLLOW US ONLINE!

 

Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/

 

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

 

For more information about Ros’ membership Art For The Heart as well as in-person painting workshops and other offerings please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

 

Please help us grow our Podcast by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Here is how!

 

Stay tuned for more episodes being released every two weeks!

Welcome back to another episode of the Paint Rest Repeat Podcast.

This fortnight Ros and Laura are having a chat about claiming the title as an “Artist” and how some people find it easy and some others really struggle with that title. We touch on the subject of Art School, and consider the impact of critiques impacting on some artists' self-confidence.

We chat about how the title of “Artist” sits for Ros as she is largely self taught. Ros describes it as a way of being and based around the way that you perceive the world, and she feels confident using that term. Ros describes her understanding of being an artist as noticing beauty wherever you are and seeing colour combinations, curves of leaves and labels it as a “way of being”. Laura talks about the creative lifestyle aspect in building community, visiting galleries.

Laura talks about mindset work and personal development as a path to “inner validation” as an Artist. Ros talks about creative calling and the role we play in the world. She says “If you are a visual and creative human is it perhaps part of your journey here to share that with others and help them to pay attention to the beauty that is around them.”

Laura talks about the artists role as reflectors into the world - echoing what Ros was describing an artists purpose in the world, and describes how we see the world through what we create. Ros shares how claiming that title as artist and taking that step models for other people as well how we can be ourselves (as artists) and we can be whoever we want to be. She encourages listeners to “own it and be proud”. 

Ros brings up the example of artist Georgia O’Keife and how she painted close ups of florals because she wanted people to pay attention to beauty. Her role was to encourage people to stop and take a moment to appreciate that beauty that she captured in her art. 

Laura raises another topic around the stories that we take on when we are young from friends and family or teachers and how that plays into our perception about the title of an Artist. Ros mentions that she used to be a primary teacher and she has strong beliefs around this topic. She shares that a teacher's personal opinion on a child's art is irrelevant, and what matters is that the kids are tuning in to what they like. She mentions its a lot more complex than maths and english especially on a psychological level in terms of nurturing little creatives. 

Laura suggests to listeners to look back on the messages received from our younger years and reflect on those stories as a way to work on your confidence in calling yourself an artist. Ros suggests taking a step back and looking at what defines the term “artist” and what that means to you. She presents some questions - Is it because they make art every day? Is it because they sell their work? Is it because all they “do” is art and they don't have another “day” job? 

Laura mentions that creatives are mostly working in isolation and that putting your work out into the world can feel really vulnerable and she states that that confidence builds the more and more that you do it. Laura suggests considering where does your art fit? Where do you feel comfortable?

She says “If you feel supported in your art practice that will create a nurturing space for you to develop that confidence.” Ros mentions having just one or 2 art buddies that you can talk to that can support you on your journey because you can't give up because you are having a bad week, it's important to have those people around for support in those times.  

 

We hope that you enjoy the Show!

 

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

 

This episode is sponsored by:

 

Laura's Creative Kick-Start Coaching sessions - for emerging artists seeking clarity and direction in following their creative dreams.  For more info visit: https://laurajaneday.com/creative-coaching

EPISODE LINKS:

 

DM Laura on Instagram to register your interest in mindfulness colouring sheets >>> https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/

 

To get Ros’ 3 free guides on Overcoming Creative Block, Setting Up Your Art Space and The Acrylic Painting Supply Guide >>> Join https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

 

FIND US AND FOLLOW US ONLINE!

 

Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/

 

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

 

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ art please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

 

Please help us grow our Podcast by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Here is how!

 

Stay tuned for more episodes being released every two weeks!

Welcome back to another episode of the Paint Rest Repeat Podcast.

 

This fortnight we chat about artist block and how to move past it. We explore two different interpretations of artist block from Laura’s first hand experience of a block in combination with physical illness and clinical depression; and Ros’ focus on the psychological barriers we create for ourselves as artists.

 

We talk about the strategies that Laura used to get back into art making from journaling, to self analysis and following the breadcrumbs of joy, simplicity and nostalgia.

 

Laura shares how her medium and goals changed after her creative block and why she chose to simplify her process to enable a return to art-making. We also touch on the small steps we can make to get back into an art routine from habit stacking, keeping it easy and capping the time.

 

We also share how these tips can also help those that are feeling stagnant in their practice.

 

We hope that you enjoy the Show!

 

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

 

This episode is sponsored by:

 

Ros’ Permission To Paint Free Community for creatives of all levels and mediums. To join for free, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity 

 

EPISODE LINKS:

 

DM Laura on Instagram to register your interest in mindfulness colouring sheets >>> https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/

 

To get Ros’ 3 free guides on Overcoming Creative Block, Setting Up Your Art Space and The Acrylic Painting Supply Guide >>> Join https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

 

FIND US AND FOLLOW US ONLINE!

 

Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/

 

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

 

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ art please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

 

Please help us grow our Podcast by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Here is how!

 

Stay tuned for more episodes being released every two weeks!

Welcome back to another episode of the Paint Rest Repeat Podcast.

 

This fortnight we are talking about getting back into your personal art practice after a long break. This topic is relevant as Laura has just spent 2 months overseas. Ros and Laura discuss how to carve out time for art-making and spending more time doing what you love to do.

 

Ros shared some advice with Laura and suggested to take a step back and look at your why? She shares some ideas on how to make space for your practice, especially when life gets busy. Ros mentions the book atomic habits and the concept of habit stacking - see the link in show notes below. They also touch on the topic of art challenges and taking on a daily art practice and creating consistency.

 

Ros suggests making an implementation statement for your new art making habit, as a promise to yourself. She also suggests making it simple, making it realistic and achievable. 

 

Laura summarizes some takeaways from this conversation and suggestions that Ros had for her to re-establish her art practice:

 

• Setting your intention and why you make art
• Bringing yourself back to why it means so much to you
• Writing your intention statement with a small achievable goal
• Incorporate a 5 min practice in with your daily routine
• Look at your calendar to see where there would be larger stretches of time for you to create
• Find ways to make your practice a self-care ritual - either with music, a candle, incense, oils etc… 
• Accountability - verbalizing what your goals and intentions are and getting a good friend to check in with you

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