Curious Kirby Podcast
By Kirby
Curious Kirby PodcastMar 25, 2019
How to Start a Newsletter featuring Carol Tenwalde and Judith Rothenstein-Putzer
"If something weird is going to happen, it is going to happen to a Tenwalde" Something delightfully weird happened to Carol Tenwalde when Cate Blanchett wore a statement necklace that looks remarkably similar to Carol's Twisted Sister design. Carol's phone and inbox lit up with messages from friends, family, and followers of her newsletter. Newsletters are a key way for photographer Judith Rothenstein-Putzer to stay in touch with the community surrounding her alcohol transfer artwork, too. While Carol and Judith have unique perspectives about how to publish an artist's newsletter, they both love to reconnect with old and new friends through the art and stories featured in their newsletters.
Listen to our latest podcast for creative insight about what it takes to build a newsletter following and how valuable a newsletter can be for every artist.
Carol Tenwalde
A lifelong crafter, Carol has a bold style and likes to create and wear unique one-of-a-kind jewelry that stands out from the crowd. From creating her family's Halloween costumes to decorating for the local dance club, Carol found a passion for creativity. "As I got older, I fell in love with giving my creations to the people I cared most about. There is no better gift to give or receive than that of something you have created." Now, Carol takes beading to the next level, creating beautiful one-of-a-kind statement necklaces using interesting combinations of gemstones, beads, and fibers and inventing a special twisted wire technique she calls "The Twisted Sister." It makes a beautiful statement piece. Every necklace is original!
Judith Rothenstein-Putzer
Judith retired from a successful Occupational Therapy career about ten years ago and returned to her roots as an art major. A juried member of the Sonoran Arts League and the Arizona Art Alliance, she has exhibited in several galleries in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area. Rothenstein-Putzer and her husband love to travel, which provides many photo opportunities in addition to the ones she finds in her own backyard. At school Judith explored a variety of media, but “was smitten by the magic of photography the first time I set foot in the darkroom.” She moved from film to digital and kept pushing the envelope more, discovering the technique of Alcohol Transfers through local art workshops. Rothenstein-Putzer describes the process as a "hybrid between photography and printmaking." With additional experimentation, she discovered that adding pen and ink to the final image makes the colors pop and images more 3-dimensional. Each image is one-of-a-kind.
Contact Carol
Contact Judith
Please enjoy the podcast and don't forget to join my art chats on Monday and Friday mornings 8 Pacific/11 Eastern and for Wednesday Happy Hour at 4 Pacific/7 Eastern. Monday chats have a topic, Friday is Zen Art Zoom, and Happy Hour is open to anything. To join, message me on Instagram (@curiouskirby or @kirbyplessasart) or join my Curious Kirby Creatives Facebook Group.
Music: Michael Shynes
Song: A Sweet Suspicion
Brand Kits and NFT Challenge with Kirby Plessas And Kyle Elliott
This week, Kirby and Kyle discuss the value and application of brand kits. What are brand kits? How do you make a brand kit? Why do you need one? Tune in and find out!
The Curious Kirby brand kit resources will be available through our blog next week. Be sure to check it out!
Next up, we announce the NFT Challenge! Are you excited to develop your first Non-Fungible Token? Join us and we will walk step-by-step with you through the whole production process. An overview of the challenge is described in the podcast. More details will be available through the Curious Kirby Instagram where you can follow along with Kirby's progress on her first NFT, too.
Links
What is an NFT?
Please enjoy the podcast and don't forget to join my art chats on Monday and Friday mornings 8 Pacific/11 Eastern and for Wednesday Happy Hour at 4 Pacific/7 Eastern. Monday chats have a topic, Friday is Zen Art Zoom, and Happy Hour is open to anything. To join, message me on Instagram (@curiouskirby or @kirbyplessasart) or join my Curious Kirby Creatives Facebook Group.
Music: Michael Shynes
Song: A Sweet Suspicion
How Authors Ann Videan and Albert Quihuis Use Social Media to Reach Audiences and Support Other Writers
This week, Ann Narcisian Videan (book shepherd, editor, author) and Albert Monreal Quihuis (author, speaker, Arizona historian, Hispanic community advocate) discuss effective storytelling through consistent and innovative use of social media. Ann and Al use their talent and experience to connect with their audiences and support other writers, too.
Ann Narcisian Videan
A multi-talented maven of creative ideas, Ann guides peers through the writing, editing, publishing, and marketing of both fiction and non-fiction titles. A professional writer since 1981, she opened her own award-winning home-based marketing firm, vIDEAn Unlimited, LLC, in 1996. She served as an editor for corporations, visionary entrepreneurs, and national publishers. She is also a novelist and co-founded the business, Absolutely Wild! Enchanted Faerie Portals & Other Whimsy—inspired by the Fae characters in her Song of the Ocarina novel. She composed and recorded an original music soundtrack to accompany her first novel Rhythms & Muse. Ann's books are available on Amazon.com.
Contact Ann:
https://www.facebook.com/ann.videan
https://www.facebook.com/groups/ALWAYSwriters
https://www.instagram.com/avidean
http://anvidean.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/annvidean
https://twitter.com/WordsMusicTribe
anvidean@videanunlimited.com
Albert Monreal Quihuis
Inspiring storyteller Albert Quihuis is an award-winning author who wrote his first children’s book to honor his parents and family tradition. At that time he realized the need for multicultural books and became passionate about writing books that motivate and inspire children to learn about their traditions, culture, history and being proud of their heritage. Albert reads aloud in schools, libraries, museums and gives presentations to educators and organizations. Albert's books are available on Amazon.com.
Albert's books include:
- The Legacy Journal: A Treasure Map to Your Life and Heritage (2020)
- Better Than Me - Three Generations of Inner Strength (2018)
- Isabela's Treasure (2013)
- Sofia's Awesome Tamale Day (2011)
- ...and more!
Contact Albert:
(602) 615-1850
aquihuis@msn.com
http://albertmonrealquihuis.com/
https://www.facebook.com/alquihuis
Please enjoy the podcast and don't forget to join my art chats on Monday and Friday mornings 8 Pacific/11 Eastern and for Wednesday Happy Hour at 4 Pacific/7 Eastern. Monday chats have a topic, Friday is Zen Art Zoom, and Happy Hour is open to anything. To join, message me on Instagram (@curiouskirby or @kirbyplessasart) or join my Curious Kirby Creatives Facebook Group.
Music: Michael Shynes
Song: A Sweet Suspicion
3D Art & Social Media Marketing with Sandy Ashbaugh and Pat Isaacson
This week, Pat Isaacson (Pats Glass Studio) and Sandy Ashbaugh (Contemporary Ceramic Artist) discuss how to display and marketing three-dimensional art through social media and in galleries. There are some special considerations and techniques to keep in mind when translating the dimension of space through flat images.
Pat Isaacson - Pats Glass Studio
Pat Isaacson was a programmer and systems analyst for many years, working for IBM in Salt Lake City and Honeywell in Chicago and finally starting her own business. “There was always something new to learn when working with computers. It was a creative and rewarding vocation for me.”
In the early 90's Pat developed a love of glass art and started collecting glass pieces. A few years ago she decided to try her hand at creating glass and purchased a small kiln. Little did she know how it was going to take over her life! She has now added a second kiln and any available funds are spent on classes, glass, and tools. (and her electric bill!)
“I enjoy selecting the color schemes and combinations for my glass pieces, and strive to create patterns and shapes that please my eye based on years of experience in making and appreciating art, and influenced by my love of architecture and mathematics.”
Pat is a juried member of the Sonoran Arts League and Arizona Designers and Craftsmen.
Sandy Ashbaugh - Contemporary Ceramic Artist
Ceramic artist Sandy Ashbaugh has been working in clay for over 30 years. She uses a traditional hand-building method of slab construction and sgraffito, yet achieves a modern aesthetic. Among her best-known pieces are those from her uniquely designed and handcrafted, sake set collection, as well as her lidded vessel series. The latter was published in Lark Craft’s “500 Raku,” juried into various shows, and purchased by public and private institutions.
Sandy draws inspiration from architectural and interior design elements, like those from the Bauhaus movement, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Frank Gehry. She obtained her BFA from Florida Atlantic University and has worked in clay ever since.
Residing in Arizona, she is passionate about art education and has been involved with local schools and communities, teaching art as well as coordinating art programs and shows since 2004.
Find Pat's Work:
The JoyEful Gallery at El Pedregal - http://www.joyefulgallery.com
On the Edge Gallery (Scottsdale, AZ) - https://www.ontheedgegallery.com/home
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pats.glass.studio
Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/PatsGlassStudio
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/patsglass
pisaacson@cox.net
Find Sandy's Work:
Vision Gallery (Chandler, AZ) - https://www.visiongallery.org
San Tan Artists Guild - https://www.santanartistsguild.com
Artists of the Superstitions - http://www.artistsofthesuperstitions.com
Ocotillo Artists Group - https://www.facebook.com/ocotilloartistsgroup
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sashbaugh4
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sandyashbaughceramics
https://sandyashbaugh.com
sandyashbaughceramics@gmail.com
Please enjoy the podcast and don't forget to join my art chats on Monday and Friday mornings 8 Pacific/11 Eastern and for Wednesday Happy Hour at 4 Pacific/7 Eastern. Monday chats have a topic, Friday is Zen Art Zoom, and Happy Hour is open to anything. To join, message me on Instagram (@curiouskirby or @kirbyplessasart) or join my Curious Kirby Creatives Facebook Group.
Music: Michael Shynes
Song: A Sweet Suspicion
How to Brand Your Small Art Business with Jacki Cohen and Julie Bergman
This week, branding mavens Jacki Cohen and Julie Bergman discuss brand development - how-to, elements to consider, why branding is so important, and how to get the most out of your brand to grow your small business. Jacki Cohen of Jacki Cohen Glass Art Designs and Julie Bergman of Coyote House Design share their knowledge and experience with us. When considering your brand, Julie points out, "There's a lot to think about with that. Who am I? What am I trying to sell? ...A lot of people want to know about you, your story along with your art."
Jacki Cohen - Jacki Cohen Glass Art Designs
"My favorite part of creating art is experiencing that magic moment when someone connects with a piece of my art. I receive such pleasure when my work brings a smile to someone’s face. I want my art to find its forever home and for the owners to smile every time they walk by it. My goal is to have my art create a small sphere of happiness in someone’s home or office or to be the perfect gift. I also love doing commissions. Creating custom work allows me to really get to know someone so we can create the perfect piece. I love what I do and I know how fortunate I am to have my passion for my career. When I am working in my studio, I will get so involved that time stands still."
jackicohenglassartdesigns.com
shop.jackicohenglassartdesigns.com
jacki@jackicohenglassartdesigns.com
480-510-6356
facebook.com/jackicohenglassartdesigns
instagram.com/jackicohenglassartdesigns
twitter.com/jackicohen
Julie Bergman - Coyote House Design
With a B.F.A. in Visual Communications from Northern Arizona University and a B.S. in English Literature from Towson State University in Maryland, Julie is a natural problem-solver whether it is visual or technical as she taps into her more than 20 years of experience in graphic, web, and video design. Julie spent 10 years working in higher education for NAU, employed as a graphic designer and public affairs coordinator before opening Coyote House on the side in 2008. In 2011, Julie made the leap to being a full-time small business owner. The freelance graphic designer and owner of Coyote House Design is located in Cave Creek, AZ.
Call 928-814-6401 or email julie@coyotehouse.com to get started!
coyotehouse.com
Please enjoy the podcast and don't forget to join my art chats on Monday and Friday mornings 8 Pacific/11 Eastern and for Wednesday Happy Hour at 4 Pacific/7 Eastern. Monday chats have a topic, Friday is Zen Art Zoom, and Happy Hour is open to anything. To join, message me on Instagram (@curiouskirby or @kirbyplessasart) or join my Curious Kirby Creatives Facebook Group.
Music: Michael Shynes
Song: A Sweet Suspicion
Establishing New Art Galleries (In the Middle of a Global Pandemic) with Joye DeGoede and April Howland
This week, fine art creatives and gallery owners Joye DeGoede and April Howland join the Curious Kirby crew to discuss how to establish a new art gallery. With recent knowledge of how to accomplish this challenge in the middle of a global pandemic, Joye and April share their success stories and encouragement. As April puts it, "Don't be afraid to ask... the worst they can say is no and that doesn't change anything... where can I find a yes. I'm going to find one eventually."
Joye DeGoede (pronounced Joy Dee-Good)
Joye is the owner of JoyEful Gallery - Joye DeGoede Fine Art which opened in January 2021 Joye is also the artist behind the original JoyEful Party Animals®. Internationally recognized and collected artist Joye DeGoede of the original JoyEful Party Animals® works juxtapose reality with fantasy, inspiring the viewer to see the fun in the mundane and the vast opportunities for joy in our everyday world. Joye, says “I love painting the surrealistic mixture of animals imitating human habits and in their natural habitat to bring empathy to wildlife conservation...
April Howland
April has been been a professional artist for over 20 years. After studying under a wonderful art mentor in Sedona, Arizona, and receiving her degree, she sought out various acclaimed artists and instructors and began honing her fine art skills.
Inspired by nature and animals, April’s primary focus remains steady in her thriving wildlife series and domestic animal portrait business. As she travels the globe from Alaska to Africa for inspiration, April’s eye for composition and design combined with her love of color enables her to create rich and unique art pieces. Her one-of-a-kind style is a successful blend of contemporary and realism. She uses a variety of materials to accomplish her works but her methodology remains consistent...
Joye DeGoede | Joyesart.com | Joyesart@gmail.com
Instagram - instagram.com/joyesart
Facebook - facebook.com/JoyeDeGoede
JoyEful Gallery - Joye DeGoede Fine Art | JoyEfulGallery.com | JoyEfulGallery@gmail.com
34505 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, Arizona 85266 (480) 223-2411
Hours: Wednesday - Saturday 10 AM - 4 PM
Instagram - instagram.com/joyeful_gallery_joye_degoede
Facebook - facebook.com/JoyEfulGalleryJoyeDeGoede
April Howland | howlandstudios.com
Facebook - facebook.com/aprilhowland
Instagram - instagram.com/howland_studios
Howland Studios | howlandstudios.com
2222 N 16th. St Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ 85006 (623)512-2553
Hours: Wednesday - Saturday 10 AM - 4 PM
Instagram - instagram.com/howlandstudios_gallery
Facebook - facebook.com/howlandstudios
Please enjoy the podcast and don't forget to join my art chats on Monday and Friday mornings 8 Pacific/11 Eastern and for Wednesday Happy Hour at 4 Pacific/7 Eastern. Monday chats have a topic, Friday is Zen Art Zoom, and Happy Hour is open to anything. To join, message me on Instagram (@curiouskirby or @kirbyplessasart) or join my Curious Kirby Creatives Facebook Group.
Music: Michael Shynes
Song: A Sweet Suspicion
Teaching Art, Creating Community: Casey Cheuvront and John Gates
Fine art creatives John Gates and Casey Cheuvront join Curious Kirby in the Zoom studio to discuss plein air painting and highlight some outstanding art programs, including the Yosemite Conservancy Art Programs. Be sure to listen to our teaser at the end of the episode about an upcoming conversation about non-fungible tokens.
Casey Cheuvront is an impressionist oil painter who makes Southwest-themed nature and wildlife come to life, inspired by years spent hiking, exploring, mountain biking, and even hang gliding. Her favorite shoes are hiking boots. "I believe we are incomplete without a connection to, and appreciation of, the natural world, and that we should cherish and protect it... I want to promote deeper respect and connection with our vanishing wild places and the creatures that call them home."
John Gates is a watercolorist who paints in a mosaic or stained glass style to evoke a healing message about human brokenness. "Brokenness -- whether pieces of clay, glass, or in our lives-- can be overcome, and we can be put back together to be beautiful souls with meaningful lives. My art is a reminder and encouragement to focus on recovery, peace, and being whole, even if you feel like you are broken into pieces."
Mentioned in the podcast:
Reach out to Casey Cheuvront:
Contact John Gates:
www.facebook.com/John-Gates-Art
Please enjoy the podcast and don't forget to join my art chats on Monday and Friday mornings 8 Pacific/11 Eastern and for Wednesday Happy Hour at 4 Pacific/7 Eastern. Monday chats have a topic, Friday is Zen Art Zoom, and Happy Hour is open to anything. To join, message me on Instagram (@curiouskirby or @kirbyplessasart) or join my Curious Kirby Creatives Facebook Group.
Music: Michael Shynes
Song: A Sweet Suspicion
Time Management and Flying By the Creative Seat of our Pants with Laurie Fagen and Cheryl Cocroft
Mystery writers Laurie Fagen and Cheryl Cocroft join the Curious Kirby team in the Zoom studio for a dynamic discussion about multi-tasking versus time management, project management versus visualization, and outlining versus flying by the seat of one's pants. The values and practices of these creatives are a joy to learn about - picture Laurie as the consummate juggler and Cheryl keenly focused with creative writing flowing from her fingertips. What can we learn from how they do what they do?
Cheryl Cocroft is the author of mysteries featuring unusual characters and strange situations inspired by past encounters and present settings. Cheryl lived and worked in London for twenty-five years until she moved to Cave Creek, Arizona. Her books, Spokane Words: A Twisted Tale from Luna's Attic, and its sequel, Twice Dead, are available on Amazon. See Cheryl's photography on her Instagram page, too!
Connect with author Laurie Fagen through one (or more!) of her many media. A prolific multi-media creative, Laurie's books are available on Amazon - a special shoutout to Fade Out and Dead Air, available on Audible- and on ReadLaurieFagen.com. The award-winning fiber artist designs and creates contemporary fiber art and wearable art, designs jewelry, and sculpts in polymer and fiber clay. Laurie's work has been seen in galleries and exhibits in Arizona, California, Iowa, and North Carolina. Laurie teaches a variety of classes and workshops and is a member of the Sonoran Arts League, Arizona Quilters Guild / Mavericks Chapter, Arizona Polymer Clay Guild, and Arizona Production Association.
Reach out to Cheryl Cocroft:
instagram.com/spokanetales
Contact Laurie Fagen:
instagram.com/lauriefagen
ReadLaurieFagen.com
FagenDesigns.com
On YouTube's AZ Creates channel
Please enjoy the podcast and don't forget to join my art chats on Monday and Friday mornings 8 Pacific/11 Eastern and for Wednesday Happy Hour at 4 Pacific/7 Eastern. Monday chats have a topic, Friday is Zen Art Zoom, and Happy Hour is open to anything. To join, message me on Instagram (@curiouskirby or @kirbyplessasart) or join my Curious Kirby Creatives Facebook Group.
Music: Michael Shynes
Song: A Sweet Suspicion
Don't Stop Learning! Gourds, Vantias/Vanitas, and Lifelong Learning with Jan Downey and Nicolette Maguire Bonnstetter
Nicolette Maguire Bonnstetter and Jan Downey join the Curious Kirby team in the Zoom studio to discuss the values and how-tos of lifelong learning programs in community centers such as the Holland Center. Located in Scottsdale, AZ the Holland Center is a unique partnership dedicated to enriching the Desert Foothills community by celebrating arts and culture, treasuring the desert environment, assisting those in need, and encouraging lifelong learning. Engaging their skilled talents for fine arts and instruction, Jan and Nicolette support the Holland Center with educational programs for lifelong learners.
Jan Downey is a contemporary gourd artist and anthropologist. Her studio is online at ZolioArts.com and Jan's gourd art may also be found at On the Edge Gallery in Scottsdale.
In addition to a career as an art history and art methods instructor, Nicolette Maguire Bonnstetter works in vanitas and wood sculptures. Visit Nicolette's portfolio or schedule a tour of her studio at NicsArt.com.
Meet Jan and Nicolette through one of the Holland Center programs such as the monthly Art, Coffee & Conversation (first Fridays) or annual Arizona Sage Market (April 10, 2021, from 10 AM to 4 PM). Also, be sure to join them for Sonoran Arts League's annual Hidden in the Hills (November 19-21; 26-28).
Reach out to Jan Downey:
zolioarts.com
Contact Nicolette Maguire Bonnstetter:
instagram.com/nicolettebonnstetter
Mentioned in our conversation:
manhattanarts.com/herstory-2020-exhibition
Please enjoy the podcast and don't forget to join my art chats on Monday and Friday mornings 8 Pacific/11 Eastern and for Wednesday Happy Hour at 4 Pacific/7 Eastern. Monday chats have a topic, Friday is Zen Art Zoom, and Happy Hour is open to anything. To join, message me on Instagram (@curiouskirby or @kirbyplessasart) or join my Curious Kirby Creatives Facebook Group.
Music: Michael Shynes
Song: A Sweet Suspicion
Non-traditional Galleries and Marketing Through Collaboration with Nancy Breiman and Bob Hogan
Nancy Breiman and Bob Hogan join the Curious Kirby team in the Zoom studio to discuss the how-to's of setting up galleries in storefronts, resorts, and other non-traditional marketing opportunities to boost sales and grow an artist's following. These surprisingly effective ways to meet new patrons and art fans require some preparation and collaboration with the businesses that serve as hosts. Nancy and Bob recommend doing your homework prior to approaching the space owner and find these cooperative efforts very rewarding.
Nancy Breiman is an accomplished fine art oil painter with an emphasis on florals following a career with IBM. An Industrial Arts Education major in college, Nancy spent a career in corporate America and returned to oil painting a few years before retiring. Nancy shares her passion for art through volunteering, teaching art workshops, and providing one-on-one instruction in oil painting. Nancy was elected to the Board of Directors with The Sonoran Arts League in December 2020.
After a career in radio and marketing, Bob Hogan shifted his creative focus to acrylic landscape paintings inspired by travels and near his home in Anacortes, Washington. Displaying his paintings in hotels, vacant storefronts, microbreweries, marinas, restaurants, and office spaces, Bob finds new clients with shared interests and insights into the demographics of his fans.
Reach out to Nancy Breiman:
nancybreiman.com
creativeconnectionsfineart.com
instagram.com/nbreiman
sonoranartsleague.org
Contact Bob Hogan:
bobhoganart.com
instagram.com/bobhoganart
Please enjoy the podcast and don't forget to join my art chats on Monday and Friday mornings 8 Pacific/11 Eastern and for Wednesday Happy Hour at 4 Pacific/7 Eastern. Monday chats have a topic, Friday is Zen Art Zoom, and Happy Hour is open to anything. To join, message me on Instagram (@curiouskirby or @kirbyplessasart) or join my Curious Kirby Creatives Facebook Group.
Music: BenjHeard Artlist
Song: ImaBoss
Season 3 Kicks Off with a Discussion with Jan and Rick Griggs about Shipping Fine Art, Leveraging Twitch, and Inspiration from Creative Dialogue
Season 3 Episode 1 of the Curious Kirby Podcast is live! In this episode, Jan and Rick Griggs join Kyle Elliott and Kirby Plessas in the Zoom studio to discuss the unexpected, inspired results of a creative dialogue between artistic media, creatives, and clients. The wife and husband duo work in complementary media: Jan creates vibrant acrylic abstracts and florals on canvas and Rick produces statement pieces from live edge wood and stone. Our conversation includes questions about what it takes to get fine art to their clients. Shipping fine art canvases and tables can be accomplished with great care and success without breaking the budget. Finally, Rick offers strategic tips for leveraging the Twitch platform as an artist, a creative way to connect with a supportive community with some unexpected results.
Jan’s work is acrylics on canvas or heavy watercolor paper with a variety of tools to move and manipulate the paint. “My artistic process is intuitive and spontaneous. My parameters are the color pallet I choose and the shape and size of the surface I am painting on. I have a very basic idea of what I want to create and let the flow of color and paint guide me.”
Rick's work is live edge tables, exotic wood decor, and custom wood pieces. "I combine nature (wood and stone) with my sense of architecture, style and imagination to create each work so its natural beauty and qualities flourish. Each piece is an experience in tactile and visual beauty."
The following links are related to this episode's content:
uShip.com Twitch.tv
Reach out to Jan Griggs:
Contact Rick Griggs:
www.instagram.com/liveedgecreations
www.facebook.com/rickgriggsaz
Join my Curious Kirby Creatives Group on Facebook!
Art With Me AZ Talks Art and Business
Meet Jessica Pierce! Or more like Jessica Fierce! She's the force behind Art With Me AZ, an art studio in Surprise, AZ where clients can come for open studio, set classes, paint and sip or even host their own parties. Jessica is so sharp and creative. Give the podcast a listen and if you are in the Arizona area, plan to visit her studio.
You can find Jessica:
Website: https://www.artwithmeaz.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artwithmeazpaintandsip/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artwithmeaz/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSDPnnEeGII6h7YDy_i4YUg
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/artwithmeaz
RedBubble: https://www.redbubble.com/people/artwithmeaz/shop?asc=u
Interview with the amazing Rafi and Klee - we touch on community, social media, youtube, websites and more!
Contrary to popular opinion, there are some people out there that are actually working harder than ever before during this quarantined crisis. Of course the health care workers, teachers, grocery store employees, deliveries and post services, etc. But I know a lot of artists that are using this time to produce produce produce. Partly to build inventory but partly to also just give their emotions and creativity an outlet. They just can't help it.
I've also been busy. I've moved all my cyber seminars online, started webinars, am creating an artist resource (coming soon) and started a 3x a week art chat. And I'm interviewing people and producing this podcast.
Actually, this specific episode of the podcast was supposed to come out last week - but kept getting bumped in my to-do list by the next urgent task as well as the huge task that editing a podcast turns out to be.
So I fa-chunked it.
This podcast's interview is with the AMAZING Rafi and Klee. If you haven't heard of them, watched their videos, or listened to their podcast yet - you're welcome. Seriously, I love this duo. And they just released a video on fa-chunking (go watch it, I'll wait) which spoke to me and resulted in this post right now!
So, listen to the podcast and don't forget to join my art chat on Monday and Friday mornings 8Pacific/11Eastern and for Wednesday happy hour at 4Pacific/7Eastern. Morning chats have a topic while the happy hour is open to anything. To join, either message me on Instagram (@curiouskirby or @kirbyplessasart) or join my Curious Kirby Creatives Facebook group.
Enjoy the podcast.
How can artists survive coronavirus financially? Diversify! Plus: interview with Ohana Resin Designs
Season 2 Episode 2 of the Curious Kirby Podcast is live! In this episode we discuss the effect that the coronavirus crisis is having on artists' small businesses and what can be done to raise revenue. Then, resin artists rejoice, we have a deep conversation with the father/daughter duo, Troy and Lauren Cammack, at Ohana Resin Designs.
The following links related to this episode's content are available on CuriousKirby.com:
- Etsy.com
- Shopify.com
- Square Online Store
- RedBubble.com
- Shopvida.com
- Society6.com
- FineArtAmerica.com
- Zazzle.com
- Cafepress.com
- Zoom.com
- Kajabi.com
- Teachable.com
- Skillshare.com
- Patreon.com
- Gofundme.com
- Facebook Marketplace
- Simple Pin Podcast
- Sonoran Arts League
- American Society of Interior Designers
- Stonecoat Countertops
- ArtResin.com
- Fauxrizzle.com
- Leggari.com
- Mrs Colorberry Resin
- Ecopoxy.com
- BlackDiamondPigments.com
- PearlEX
- JustResin
- Rustoleum Bright Gold
Reach out to Ohana Resin Designs:
@ohanaresindesigns on Instagram
Ohana Resin Designs on Facebook
@lauren.cammack on Instagram
For more information on my upcoming Hashtag Mini-Course, sign up for my newsletter!
Also, join my Curious Kirby Creatives Group on Facebook!
Podcast Season 2 is live! With Joyce Hagen of Big Walls Big Art!
Season 2 kicks of in a "big" way! In this episode, I interview Joyce Hagen of bigwallsbigart.com (On Instagram @bigwallsbiggerart).
But before the interview, I discuss one of the basics for your social media marketing strategy - keep your viewers on your posts as long as possible. This isn't only to benefit you, but it will also benefit the social media tool you are using, whether it is Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok or even YouTube. The longer you can keep the attention of the viewer, the better for the social network and the more your posts will be shown via the algorithms. Listen to learn a few strategies.
Links:
Episode 9: Interview with Vendvana and "Do I need to upload my art on every social network?"
Episode 9! Meet Mary Ellen, Eric and Danielle of Vendvana!
Do you need to be on every social network? Last episode I touted the value of being an early adopter - but that doesn't mean you must be everywhere. But you must be somewhere. Make sure you are using something to bee seen!
I love Rafi and Klee, artists in the Pensacola, FL area. They are not only very informative and helpful, but they have the best personalities! Check out their Youtube (and vlog) and podcast! And specifically the episode when they address about this topic.
Sites mentioned:
Episode 8: Janai Rodriguez (pouring.emotions) and why you should be an early adopter
Hey! We are back! Today we have an interview with Janai Rodriguez (pouring.emotions) - don't forget to see her at the upcoming Bridge Arts Festival!
Mentioned in this podcast:
- Firework App
- TikTok
- Marcel
- LiveAF
- Funimate
- Bridgefy
- Mailchimp
- IFTTT
- Art Supply Posse Podcast
And as always, check out the Curious Kirby Blog!
Episode 7: Nate Decker and the Bloc Project
Nate Decker and the Bloc Project talk with us this week and discuss marketing, galleries, his artistic process, and Second Fridays!
Enjoy some of Nate's work here:
Mentioned in this podcast:
The Bloc Project is located at: 4111 W Innovative Dr Phoenix AZ 85086
Episode 6: 10 Ways Artists Can Use Instagram Stories and Interviewing Jacki Cohen Glass Art Designs
Welcome back to the podcast! You are in for s treat - my interview with Jacki Cohen of Jacki Cohen Glass Art Designs was so fun and she is a great example of today's topic: using Instagram stories effectively!
For more on the 10 ways to use Instagram stories, see the blog article.
Mentioned in the interview with Jacki Cohen:
- Sonoran Arts League
- Hidden in the Hills
- Arizona Glass Alliance
- Arizona Arts Guild
- Artlink Phoenix
- American Craft Council
- Laurie Spray Glass Artist
- Lisa Vogt Glass Artist
- Melissa Frost Glass Artist (not mentioned but recommended by Jacki)
- Southwest Art Glass Supply
- Pacific Art Glass
- Artsy Shark
- Joan Garry Podcast
- Business of Design Podcast
Find Jacki:
Episode 5: VSCO, Snapseed and the amazing Marlene Sabatina!
Welcome back to Curious Kirby! Rebranding break is over and I am charging ahead. This week I am talking about photo editing apps VSCO and Snapseed! See my blog article for examples and more links!
I also get a chance to talk to Marlene Sabatina of Feather Heart Studio. Marlene is a jeweler and in charge of the gift shop at the Gallery at el Pedregal. She is a wealth of knowledge and an amazing artist. Check out her website and her Instagram account!
Episode 4: Why you need a website and interview with Kathy Nelson
Welcome back to the podcast! This week is a short one. I had planned to do a much longer episode about newsletters but that will be an in-depth project so instead, I discuss why artists need a website that they control and that they can update themselves, even if they don't consider themselves technically adept. Please check out my blog post on this subject!
Next I interview the amazing Kathy Nelson of imagesinglassaz.com. Find her on Instagram as well.
Links to items discussed in the podcast:
- Wix
- FASO
- Squarespace
- Marketing School Podcast
- Back to the Drawing Board Podcast
- Gil Reynolds Glass Artist
- Las Vegas Glass and Bead Expo
Thanks again and please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you listen!
Episode 3: 10 ways for artists to get more Instagram followers and artist Dennis Desprois
Today I discuss 10 strategies on how to get more Instagram followers and interview the indomitable Dennis Desprois.
Check out more details on Instagram followers in the accompanying blog post, and learn more about Dennis here and here.
Info mentioned in the interview with Dennis:
We also discussed that I now have an art marketing business (CuriousKirby.com) and that I will soon have free documents that anyone can download to learn about tools and links. I do not have that completed just yet but if you would like to keep up to date so you can download it when it is ready, sign up for my mailing list, follow me on Instagram or just check back here. It will be ready very soon!
Curious Kirby Podcast Episode 2 - Hashtags and Cynthia Eral
Welcome back to the podcast! I'm so excited to have my second episode, - all about hashtags! And I had the chance to interview crazy-talented Cynthia Eral!
If you want to know more about hashtags, read my blog article here.
And here are the links Cynthia and I discussed in the interview:
- Arizona Art Supply
- Mailchimp - email service
- Constant Contact - email service
- Emma - email service
- Ifttt - automation tool
See Cynthia on her Instagram or her website. Thanks again Cynthia!
Episode 1 - Podcasts and Interview with artist Joye DeGoede
In this episode, I discuss podcasts and where you can find them. To learn more, check out my blog post all about podcasts.
I also interview Joye DeGoede, creator of joyesart.com and the Joyeful Party Animals®. You can also find her on Facebook and Instagram.
Mentioned in the podcast: