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Startist Society

Laura Lee Griffin and Nikki May

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Are fear and procrastination keeping you from making progress in your art business? Artists Laura Lee Griffin and Nikki May believe strongly in the power of community, accountability, following your intuition, taking small actionable steps, and breaking down the barriers that keep you "stuck". The Startist Society will inspire you to stop getting in your own way and start building an art biz and life that you love. Follow along with us on our creative business journey as we encourage you on ...
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Join Dr. Justine Lee, DVM, DACVECC, DABT, an emergency critical care veterinary specialist and toxicologist, for "ER Vet !" This show is dedicated to all things emergency related. After all, we all dread having to go to the veterinarian at 2 A.M. In this show, Dr. Lee will help educate pet owners on what you really need to know about keeping your pets safe and protected. When is it a "real" emergency? When should you go to the animal ER? What can you do to prevent a visit to the ER? What do ...
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In this last episode of ER VET with Pet Life Radio, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT signs off by leaving some key tips on how to keep your dog and cat OUT of the veterinary ER. Tune in to hear her leave some lasting tidbits on what to do to keep your pets safe, including preventive medicine, poison prevention tips, general safety tips, and some clue…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT interviews Adelaide Boak, a veterinary technician, on Feline Infectious Peritonitis. This one deadly viral infection now may have a better outcome, thanks to new treatment. Tune in to learn about what clinical signs, testing and treatment options are available with FIP, and how to educate yo…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT interviews Dr. Brennen McKenzie from Loyal, a biotech company, on what we can potentially do to help our dogs live longer and stay healthier! From keeping our dogs on the “thin” side to minimize osteoarthritis to preventive care to drugs, what can we do to help dogs live longer? Tuen in to l…
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In our last episode, we introduced you to Heather Bourque of Paper and Wings, an artist and illustrator that sells physical products via wholesale. Did we mention she does this all on her own while still having time to travel the world each year? Heather is back this week to share her five best tips on getting started with a wholesale art business.…
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In this episode, we continue our accountability group series by introducing you to Heather Bourque, an artist from Halifax, Nova Scotia in Canada, who illustrates her love of coastal living and travel through her wholesale and retail online shop, Paper and Wings. We travel deep into Heather’s world of creating and distributing wholesale products al…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT talks to Dr. Martha Cline, DACVIM (Nutrition) on how to help your dog lose weight! We know that almost 60% of dogs out there are overweight or obese, and it can result in a lot of secondary medical problems and affect your pet’s quality of life! Tune in to learn how to extend your dog’s life…
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In episode 49, we introduced you to Elizabeth Silver, a surface pattern designer and educator who is the creator of a fantastic course called Start Your Surface Pattern Business. This week, Elizabeth is back to talk to us about reasons you might not be getting your art in front of potential paying clients. We know you'll love Elizabeth's frank, no …
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT talks to Taylor Chastain Griffin, PhD, National Director of AAI Advancement at Pet Partners on a recent cat-human bond study entitled “Exploring the cat-human bond through the special impact of therapy cats.” Who knew that cats could be therapy animals? Find out more on the importance of the…
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In this week’s episode, Laura and Nikki share 5 quick tips to help improve your artwork and take it to the next level. We discuss strategies that can help elevate your artwork and set you apart from the crowd and share some really fun tools, websites and products that can help with implementing these techniques! STARTIST SOCIETY SHOW NOTES & FREE P…
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In our last episode, we introduced you to Maria Brophy, an author, teacher, art consultant, agent and brand manager who wrote the incredible book Art Money Success. This week, Maria is back to share her 5 best tips for achieving success with your art. STARTIST SOCIETY SHOW NOTES & FREE PDF TIPS DOWNLOAD: startistsociety.com/mariastips/ JOIN THE STA…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT talks about brachycephalic syndrome in dogs (and rarely cats). If your dog snores, you'll want to tune in to learn everything you need to know about elongated soft palate, stenotic nares, everted laryngeal saccules and so much more! SHOW NOTES: Brachycephalic Syndrome in Dogs: Nose Jobs in D…
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In this week’s episode, Laura and Nikki interview Maria Brophy, the author of Art Money Success. Maria discusses her journey from corporate cubicle life to becoming a successful art business owner and coach. She is a proven expert at marketing, licensing, and selling artwork, having played a key role in growing husband Drew Brophy's successful art …
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In this week’s episode, Laura and Nikki explore the basics of professionally presenting your art business - both online and in person. We cover everything from communication etiquette to curating your portfolio, creating artist statements and a consistent brand identity, prepping physical artwork for galleries and more. We know you'll walk away wit…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT interviews dog-owner and author, Pilley Bianchi on her recent book "For the Love of Dog." Tune in to learn all about this ultimate dog resource, and learn about the importance of dog play, dog training, and communication with your dog! SHOW NOTES: For the Love of Dog with Author Pilley Bianc…
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This week, Laura and Nikki do a deep dive into getting professional high resolution images of your artwork. Do you need a fancy camera or will a phone camera do? How do you prep your space and art for the best images? What are key things you should know before hitting the shutter button to ensure you get clear, well-lit photos? When are scans usefu…
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Grab a cup of coffee (or bourbon) and join Laura & Nikki as they review what went well last year, what could have gone better, and what their plans are for the upcoming year (both for their personal/professional lives and for the Startist Society podcast). STARTIST SOCIETY SHOW NOTES: startistsociety.com/anewyear/ JOIN THE STARTIST SOCIETY FB GROUP…
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In this episode, Laura and Nikki dive into the deep sea of art sales, but not in the way that you might think. They take you off the beaten path, exploring 12 unconventional, out-of-the-box methods to help you sell your art and turn your passion into profit. If you've ever felt stuck or unsure of how to get your art into the world, this episode is …
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT discusses what to do if your cat has acne. After all, cats DO get zits, and you can potentially treat and manage this at home! Find out all you need to know about cat acne in this episode! SHOW NOTES: Can Cats Get Acne? What to Do About Feline Acne…
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We talk a lot about just getting started. But what about finishing? Do you have trouble finishing projects? Do you have a million half done or barely started projects lying around the studio? Today, Nikki and Laura dive deep into the world of unfinished projects, sharing their personal stories and advice to help you muster the inspiration and motiv…
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In our last episode, we introduced you to Charly Clements, an illustrator and mentor who licenses her art to clients all around the world, is a top teacher on Skillshare, and has a great new course called Out of This World Portraits. She does all of this while traveling the world. This week she is back to give us her top tips on building an engaged…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT, board-certified emergency critical care veterinary specialist and toxicologist interviews Dr. Andi Flory, DACVIM (Oncology) on cancer in dogs and cats. How do we diagnose cancer earlier in dogs, and can it affect how we treat patients with cancer? SHOW NOTES: Diagnosing Cancer Earlier in Yo…
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Charly Clements is an illustrator and mentor who has built a thriving illustration business, licensing her art to amazing clients all around the world, and has taught tens of thousands of students through her online classes as a top teacher on Skillshare and through her new course, Out of This World Portraits. She is the founder of Facetober and ha…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT interviews producer, podcaster, animal welfare advocate and author Laura Thomas on her newest book "Not Just a Dog," about a woman lost in the jungle of Costa Rica. Tune in as this author discusses the human-animal bond, portrayed in a beautiful, heartfelt story about woman and dog. SHOW NOT…
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In episode 104, we introduced you to Elli Milan, an artist, educator, speaker and founding owner of Milan Art Institute and Art Social. If you haven't had a chance to listen to that episode yet, definitely go back and check it out. Elli is back to share her 10 best tips on getting past perfectionism as an artist and entrepreneur. MILAN ART INSTITUT…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT, board-certified emergency critical care veterinary specialist and toxicologist talks about how to keep your dog and cat safe during the upcoming Halloween holiday - from keeping your black cat indoors to keeping chocolate out of reach, you’ll want to tune in to learn more! SHOW NOTES: How t…
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Today's guest is Elli Milan, an artist, author, educator, and founding owner of Milan Art Institute and Art Social – an online art education program, social learning, and art patronage platform. She has been a successful artist since 1996, selling over 10,000 pieces of original art. She is passionate about empowering artists and has transformed the…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Jusitne Lee, DACVECC, DABT discussed when you have to bring your cat into the veterinary clinic... even if it's in the middle of the night. If you notice your cat straining to urinate, acting acutely paralyzed, or having difficulty breathing, you'll want to get to the veterinarian ASAP. SHOW NOTES: Should I Bring My C…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT interviews Dr. José Arce, past president of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) on traveling with your dog. Should you take your dog to your hotel or car trip, or even to a local restaurant? Tune in to learn it all here! SHOW NOTES: Should I Bring My Dog to a Hotel with Dr. Jo…
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A lot of us become artists because we want to express ourselves, we have something to say and sometimes we want to stand out from the crowd. But we often see a lot of work in the art and design worlds that looks alike. Why is that? Are people following trends because they think they'll sell? Are they copying others because they don't have their own…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT talks with Dr. Mark Cousins, DABVP (Feline Medicine), CVPP, IVAS on how to tell if your cat is in pain. If your cat is chewing weird and making a mess, or defecating outside of the litter box, tune in to learn more! We don’t want to miss the subtle signs of pain that cats show! SHOW NOTES: I…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT talks to Dr. Doug Mader, triple-board certified veterinary specialist on his new book entitled “The Vet at Noah’s Ark: Stories of Survival from An Inner-City Animal Hospital.” Tune in to learn about this modern-day James Herriott book from an exotics specialist, from skunks with heart diseas…
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As artists who are putting ourselves and our work online hoping to make connections and sales, we can be really vulnerable to all kinds of scams, because we are being very optimistic in thinking that people are really interested in our art. It's important to be aware of the types of scams that exist and what you can do to avoid becoming a victim to…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT talks about all things pot and pets! Tune in as she discusses the growing prevalence of accidental marijuana poisoning in dogs (and rarely cats), including what signs pets show when they accidentally get into your pot and how to treat it! SHOW NOTES: The Growing Pot Problem: Marijuana Poison…
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So why is it so hard for us to answer the question, "Oh, you're an artist. What do you do?" When that happens, do you freeze? Do you shrink and mumble under your breath something about how you're both an artist and you do other things and you're working on several projects right now but it's too hard to explain? Do you go on and on for about five m…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT interviews Dr. Danielle Rutherford on allergies in dogs and cats. What are signs of allergies in our pets, and what can we do to prevent and treat them? Find out more to keep your dog or cat comfortable! SHOW NOTES: Allergies in Dogs and Cats with Dr. Danielle Rutherford…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT interviews Brian Goleman, LVT on all things bandage related when it comes to pets. Does your dog or cat REALLY need to wear that bandage for that long, and how often do those bandages need to be changed? Tune in to find out why this common procedure in the Animal ER is fraught with potential…
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Join Nikki and Laura and help us celebrate the huge milestone of our 100th episode! Listen in as we have a very chatty episode about our lives in the last few months, our art practices, our jobs, and the future of the podcast. You'll hear lots of talk about bourbon (naturally) and hear a funny story about a recent episode upload faux pas! You won't…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT interviews Executive Director, Bradley Phifer, of Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) about all things dog training. Why is it so important that your dog be appropriately trained by a dog trainer, and what do you need to know before finding a puppy or dog training cla…
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In episode 98, we introduced you to Jennifer Long, who started with the dream of becoming a fabric designer for her favorite company, Riley Blake Designs, and she did just that. Jennifer is a Riley Blake Designs fabric designer, quilt and doll pattern writer, machine embroidery digitizer and online educator. She is the creator of the Bee Sew Inspir…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT interviews cat expert, Dr. Vicki Thayer, DABVP on how to keep your cat (or cats) happy in your feline friendly household! Is your house cat friendly, and what do you need to know to meet all your cat's needs when it comes to appropriate environmental enrichment, resources, predatory behavior…
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As we mentioned in the first of our accountability group series of episodes, most of our interviews have been with people who are much further along in their creative businesses. But one of our basic premises of starting this podcast was to have you come along with us on the journey of just getting things started. The women in our accountability gr…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT chats all things exotics with Dr. Doug Mader, triple-board certified veterinary specialist. As an exotics specialist who treats more than just dogs and cats in the inner-city of LA, find out why he's considered "The Vet at Noah's Ark." SHOW NOTES: The Vet at Noah's Ark and All Things Exotic …
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Whether you're a fine artist or a surface pattern designer, you may have heard about the importance of creating in collections. If you're at the start of your art journey, you may be creating a lot of one off pieces of art. So how do you go about starting to work in collections? And how many pieces do you need to have to be able to call it a collec…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT interviews pet expert, Steve Dale on how to tell if your cat is in pain! As cats are so stoic, it’s often hard to pick up on the signs that cats show when they are in pain. Whether it’s at home or in the veterinary clinic, learn how to identify signs of pain and find out what’s new with pain…
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In our last episode, we introduced you to Isabelle Wood, a perfect example of a Startist and one of the women in Laura and Nikki's accountability group. One of Isabelle's big goals was to create digital products and sell them on Design Cuts. She made that goal happen and today she's going to share with us her five tips for getting started selling o…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT interviews Dr. Tina Wismer, DVM, DABT, DABVT from the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on the top 10 pet poisons affecting dogs and cats this past year. Tune in to learn how to keep your four-legged family member safe from common poisons in your household! SHOW NOTES: The Top 10 Poisons Th…
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In this episode of ER VET, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT interviews cat expert, Dr. Vicki Thayer, DABVP on Feline Infectious Peritonitis. If your cat was just diagnosed with the coronavirus, FIP, is it a death sentence? What do I need to know about it, and is there an accurate way of diagnosing it and treating it? Learn it with ER VET! SHOW NOTES:…
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We've spoken many times about how we met in an accountability group for Bonnie Christine's Surface Design Immersion course. Today, and in a few upcoming episodes, we want to introduce you to the other women in our group and tell their inspiring Startist stories. In our peer group, each of us had one or two main goals that we hope to accomplish with…
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