In this weeks podcast @kathamiltonart interviews abstract figurative artist @anahitaamouzegarart. You will love her colourful and vibrant figurative paintings. Anahita, speaks to us very openly about the struggle that she had when first arriving in Australia as a refugee from Iran. She talks about how art became part of her healing process and her …

In this episode @Kathamiltonart interviews Tasmanian artist @fiona.francois.art. Fiona is a realist artist who specialicialises in large scale highly detailed pencil and graphite drawings. You will love hearing her story of how she started in her art career, how she approaches art as a business as well as how offering prints in her business has bee…

This week @kathamiltonart had the incredible privilege of interviewing the amazing @danijelakrhapurssey who is the CoFounder & Editor-in-Chief of the Australian based, international art magazine @beautifulbizarremagazine. In this episode you will get to hear how Danijela turned her incredible love of art, into a thriving art community and eventuall…

Artist burnout is a real thing. So many artist experience it at some point in their careers and it goes beyond that physical tiredness that happens when you have a long week. We loose our energy, our mood and that passion that we used to have to art. Self made artists are particularly susceptible to Artist burnout with some sources saying that it i…

This week @lisamajdesigns and @kathamiltonart hilariously chat about kat's recent road trip to Armidale for the @beautifulbizarremagazine exhibition at @neramuseum called “Interconnected”. If you have ever wondered what happens on an artist road trip then you will love this very funny episode. From epic travels, deserted country roads, breakdowns, …

It’s Archibald prize time! For artist’s and art lovers all over Australia it’s that special time of year, where art becomes the talking point and everybody has the chance to become an art critic. As one of the best known (and oldest) art prizes in Australia, it has built it’s own deserving fan base and in this weeks podcast @lisamajdesings chats wi…

Last year @Lisamajdesigns and @Kathamiltonart managed to get a few of their favourite artists to sit down for some amazing interviews. Not only did we get to see into the lives and processes of these incredibly talented women, but we also picked up so many incredible gems along the way. We listen to @Kellienorthcreative tell us about her incredible…

If you have ever painted a painting, so proud that you have finished this magnificent artwork, only to post it online and get no response and very little likes (maybe other than your mother) Well then we can just about guarantee that the issue is usually not your artwork, it's more a lack of your dedicated fans. This is the group of people who LOVE…

As an artist one of the biggest challenges that can happen is in the area of copyright. it is becoming more and more common to hear of artists who have had their work copied and reproduced without the artist permission. Sometimes even by other artists. As soon as you put your work out into the world you need to be aware of what your rights are when…

In today's episode we go talk about all things websites. For most artist's the idea of having a website is intimidating and most would rather skip it al together. However in today's online marketplace, having a beautiful website is essential to communicating with your customers and sharing your story outside of the controlled algorithm of social me…

Let's talk all things art classes. We all love a fun art class and as an artist, they are like paint brushes. One class is not enough. As an artist, it is so important to be continually investing in your skills and your practice. Sometimes it might mean learning a new medium or technique from an online course or it may even be an in person art clas…

Just about every artist who sells their paintings online will come across this challenge one day. How do I wrap my artwork up safely for shipping? It's a hugely important and final step in getting your painting in the hands of your buyers. The days of delivering your painting by hand directly to your collector are getting few and far between. If yo…

Have you ever put your heart and soul into a painting, producing your best masterpiece only to have it sit around your studio collecting dust? Or have you ever put your painting up on social media to find that no one even bothers to comment. Welcome to the world of an artist. There is a real art form itself in presenting your artwork for sale. In t…

Have you ever had one of those days where you just don't feel like painting? What do you do? How do you get into that zone where the magic happens? If you have ever felt like that or you struggle with this you will love this episode of @Mycrazyartistlife where @Kathamiltonart and @Lisamajdesigns talk through some of the strategies that they use on …

One of the hardest challenges for artist's who are busy doing the juggle, trying to paint, trying to sell, doing all the job... There is then an expectation that we need to pour hours of our time into social media, to create content, just so that we can get seen and make a sale. Doing the 'instagram tango' daily can be exhausting and a cycle that s…

If you have ever wondered how to get your work on display on the walls of an art Gallery, you will love this episode. In this episode @kathamiltonart and @Lisamajdesigns talk about how you as an artist can build your body of work and approach a gallery with your portfolio. We talk about how to define "your story" and how to approach a gallery both …

With more and more art being sold online presenting your art online has never been more important. In this weeks episode Kat and Lisa talk about how you can give your artwork the best opportunity to shine online. We talk about photography, colour editing, apps that you can use to edit your photo's as well as how to go about choosing and creating yo…

Alright so we talked about all of the different ways to earn money as an artist. Here we go with the next step. Having a look at where we have come from and helping put together a killer plan for this year. Plan you say… I hear you… I thought we were all artists not planners. Yes that is true, but if you are wanting to make a living as an artist, y…

In this episode, we continue to dive into the many varied ways that you can earn an income as an artist in 2022. Make sure you listen to Episode 29 first and then come back and listen to this one as we cover some of main or foundational income streams in the first episode. Choosing your artist path is an important step in setting you up for success…

We are back for season 2 of My Crazy Artist Life podcast and in this season, artists Lisa Schroder and Kat Hamilton share some great insights into life as an artist. In this episode we talk about the many ways that artist can use to earn an income in 2022. Wether it's commissions, online sales or even selling through third party platforms, Lisa and…

In this week’s episode @kathamiltonart and @Lisamajdesigns host the last podcast episode for the year. What a crazy year it has been and we are so excited to announce that we have now reached over 2500 downloads. In this weeks episode we talk about the importance of taking a break from your business, but also still giving your creativity a chance t…

In this episode Kat and Lisa talk about the importance of developing your own unique style. With thousands of artists competing for attention, it's important that your work stands out and can recognised by your audience. Wether it is the way in which you represent a figure or face, or if it is a specific mark or colour palette that you use. We talk…

In this weeks podcast @kathamiltonart interviews Brisbane contemporary artist @sarahhickeyart. You are going to absolutely love hearing the story of how Sarah’s art career got started which includes fine art school, working in a bakery (of course) and sending time in a residency in Sicily, Italy. Sarah shares her love of the creative process, her i…

In this weeks episode Kat Hamilton interviews very talented Gold Coast based fine art photographer Kellie North. Kellie has a very beautiful journey into the fine art photography space starting as a humble travel photographer. She learned her ‘craft’ as a wedding and food photographer, but it wasn’t until she discovered the world of fine art photog…

Did you know that the weeks leading up to Christmas are the biggest selling period for artist's with over 40% of their income coming in, in just a few short weeks. In this weeks episode Kat and Lisa talk through how you can get your art business prepared so that you don't miss a single sale. We discuss, when to start preparing for Christmas, what s…

In this weeks episode we interview local Brisbane abstract artist Adele Bevacqua. Adele's paints predominantly in oil and on large canvases, her style is textural, colourful and full of raw emotion that brings it's own beauty and story to a room. In this episode Adele shares the story of how she started painting after many years of studying and wor…

If you are a fan of some of the classical masters of the art world. (think Renior, Monet, Rembrant, Cezzane and Van Gough) you will love this conversation with Lisa and Kat. They visited the GOMA's exhibition of the MET Gallery "European Masters Collection" while it was showing here in Brisbane, Australia recently. As usual this episode is FULL of …

In this episode of ‘My crazy artist life’ Lisa interviews Brisbane artist Tina Dinte. Tina has a unique style which is bright and full of colour. You will love hearing about how Tina started her art career. How she took a leap and through trial and error developed her own very unique style. Tina built much of her business on attending regular marke…

Using Instagram is such a huge part of growing your business and reaching new audiences. October is the month when art challenges really kick into high gear on many social media platforms. Many of the art challenges have thousands of participants from around the world and some even have had millions of people joining in over the years. In this epis…

If you need some inspiration to get your art career into gear and up to the next level, we have got the essential holiday reading list here for you. Who loves a good "get your brain into the right gear book" Oh yeah!! bring it!! Lisa talks about some of the best business, marketing and life books which have impacted her and helped her form her busi…

This weeks episode is a wonderful guest interview with artist Sarah Abbott. Sarah is a botanical and street scape acrylic artist whose work is full of colour and authenticity. You will love hearing about Sarah's bumpy journey into the art world. After a discouraging and short lived start at art school, Sarah eventually found her own way into the ar…

It doesn't matter how well planned out your business is, interruptions happen. Some interruptions you can plan ahead for, others are part of a health journey that you didn't expect. Following on from episode 16 Kat and Lisa talk about some great tips and tricks for preparing your art business for interruptions, wether they are planned or not. We co…

Do you feel like you have been spinning your wheels, busy doing the stuff of business but not actually getting anywhere. Welcome to the club! Most artists get lost in the woods of the daily grind and they fail to really put into place a strategy for growth. Without a plan, they stay at the same place and fail to move their business to the next leve…

Have you ever wondered if you should enter a piece into an art prize? Will your painting get to finalists and is it even worth the effort to enter? You will love this conversation between Kat Hamilton and Lisa Schroder. You will learn what to expect from art prizes, How to choose which art prizes to enter and what are some of the hidden costs and l…

Have you ever wondered if having a market stall can be a part of your income stream strategy as an Artist? In today's episode Kat Hamilton and Lisa Schroder are going to unpack for you all of the things that you need to know about how to plan for a market, what to expect from a market and how to choose the right market for you? Don't forget to come…

How can you have an artist podcast without a super fun talk about all things Art Supplies. Every artist has experienced the day when they walk into the shop to buy 'just one' thing and then they walk out with totally random collection of art supplies that usually find a permanent home in the cupboard. You will love today's episode as Lisa and Kat t…

Have you ever wondered if ETSY is a viable option for additional income to your creative business? With years worth of selling experience, this week Lisa Schroder is detailing how to tun an etsy shop into a great little income stream.By Lisa Schroder

In this fantastic episode Kat Hamilton shares her secrets with how to show up in online art communities. Kat teaches you not only what to look for in a productive art community but also what is possible when it comes to building genuine connection and find incredible opportunities that you might otherwise miss.…

In this episode we talk about how creativity is something that needs to be nurtured and can often be killed by negativity, self doubt, criticism, and stress. We look at some great ways to manage your creativity and how to protect your creativity from the things that would limit your potential. You can follow us on instagram @mycrazyartistlife or yo…

In this episode we have some great tips for how to improve your art practice by regular creative play. We talk about this things that help to boost creativity, how to focus your creativity and how your regular practice impacts your final artworks.By Lisa Schroder and Kat Hamilton

Join us as we discuss the realities of having an art business. We talk about all of the 'other' things that take up our time on a daily basis such as photography, social media, marketing, accounting and managing online platforms, Welcome to a super honest look at what goes on behind the paint brush in a normal artist studio.…

Have you ever wondered if art and family mix? In today's episode we have a great laugh and a very honest chat about the challenges of being an artist and having little children underfoot. If you are in this position, you will find this episode a refreshing look at what life is really like as an artist.…

In this weeks episode Lisa talks about setting healthy boundaries with your clients. When you are running a creative business on your own, putting healthy boundaries around your work practices can help guard against burn out and fatigue. This can apply to both working with commissions as well as working on a paid per job basis, for example, surface…

In this episode Kat & Lisa ask the question in "how do you know your art is worth selling?" There are some excellent ways for emerging artists to get relevant feedback as well as see how their paintings fit within the art world. We also share some super funny stories about artwork which we didn't think was our best work and then it ended up selling…

For centuries, being an artist has been seen as “Not a real career” as a "hobby" or a career that only a very few well connected artists can make a living from. When you announce to your friends and family that you want to become an artist and make it a successful career there can be a stigma that is often a little intimidating.Many of the early ce…

I think every artist starts out working on the kitchen table. Myself included.Not everyone has the luxury of a room that can be converted into an art studio. Most artists have to figure out how to add their canvases and paints in and around the home and mostly the dinner table.It can be a real challenge, but it is not impossible.In today’s episode …

Welcome to the very first episode of of “My crazy artist life” podcast.If you could see me now you would know that I am absolutely BUZZING with energy in my little studio. This episode has been weeks in the making and there has been such a big effort (And learning curve) in getting this one ready for you.This was such a fun episode to record. I get…

The very start of any artist career can be both terrifying and intimidating. You are stepping out into a whole new world and for the first time you ask yourself. "Can I do this?" "Am I an artist?" I know exactly what it feels like because just a few short years ago this was me. Approaching the paper for the first time with a full mix of excitement …

In today’s episode we talk about “setting up your art studio” for the first time. Having a well set up art studio at home is a very important part of the creative process. For example if you do not have a table big enough you are going struggle working your art supplies and your substrate. What about lighting and mood. We also talk about easels and…