In today’s episode, I sit down with abstract artist and mentor Carol MacConnell to talk about one of the most powerful (and often overlooked) ways to grow your art business—working with interior designers.

Carol shares:

• How she started partnering with designers—and how you can too

• Why custom commissions can be wildly profitable (and fun!)

• What to watch out for when doing designer collaborations

• How to market your work outside the gallery system

• The mindset that’s helped her stay creative through decades of change

We also chat about staying grounded as an artist, handling imposter syndrome, and her experience as a creative with cochlear implants.

🎨 Explore Carol’s work at carolmacconnell.com

If you’re looking for fresh income streams, inspiring stories, and real-talk business advice for artists—this episode is for you.

Read her new book here: https://join.carolmacconnell.com/radical-freedom-carol-macconnell

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If marketing feels like a full-time job (on top of, you know, actually making art), this episode is for you. Hayley breaks down how artists and photographers can use ArtHelper.AI to streamline content creation, boost visibility across platforms, and still sound like you. From social captions and mockups to Etsy listings and SEO tools, ArtHelper does the heavy lifting so you can stay focused on your zone of genius.

In this solo episode, Hayley shares:

• Why storytelling still matters—and how to make it resonate

• How to use AI without losing your voice

• Her favorite Art Helper tools (including pricing guides + mockups)

• Ways to personalize your content strategy with less effort

Whether you're AI-curious or ready to delegate your digital to-do list, this episode will help you work smarter, not harder.

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In this episode of The Art Coaching Club Podcast, I sit down with Emily Kurth, the artist behind Coco and June, whose work blends vibrant color, layered texture, and emotion-filled abstraction.

Emily shares her journey into art, how she developed her distinct style, and what inspires her to keep pushing her creative practice forward. We also explore how she balances the demands of business and creativity, her approach to marketing and connecting with collectors, and the lessons she’s learned along the way.

✨ Inside this episode:
– Emily’s background and the story behind Coco and June
– How she developed her bold style
– The daily practices that keep her inspired and consistent in the studio
– What’s worked (and what hasn’t) in marketing her work
– Her biggest successes, challenges, and advice for fellow creatives

Whether you’re an emerging artist or someone who simply loves the process of creation, Emily’s perspective is packed with inspiration and practical wisdom for building a fulfilling art career.

🌐 Learn more about Emily’s work: https://cocoandjune.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cocoandjune

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