The Get Creative Podcast

Do you have a hard time making friends? So many of us do. Listen to this encouraging podcast as I talk about friendship. What does to make a friend? How do we keep friends? As always, you can find my art at www.canvasanskind.com and on Instagram at www.instagram.com/canvasandkind

Today, I’m going to talk about what is happening in our economy, and how it is affecting small businesses everywhere. It seems to be especially affecting artists and the artist community. Thankfully, spring is coming so you should be encouraged. As always, you can find my work at www.canvasandkind.com and on Instagram at www.instagram.com/canvasandkind

Today, I talk about 6 ways you can support small businesses this holiday season. Small businesses are the backbone to the American economy! Shop small wether it’s with www.canvasandkind.com or with some other small business you love! Reach out to me on Instagram at www.instagram.com/canvasandkind

Today, I get a little nerdy and talk baseball with you guys. The underdog mentality can be so important when running an art business. I hope this episode encourages you to embrace failure in order to achieve success! As always, you can find me over at www.canvasandkind.com and on Instagram at www.instagram.com/canvasandkind

Today, I delve into how to give yourself the courage to paint on a huge canvas. It’s not as scary as you think! You can always find my work on www.canvasandkind.com and on insta at www.instagram.com/canvasandkind

Today, I talk about five things you can start doing today to make money as an artist. There are so many ways to go about this, but these are things that I’ve done in my art business to help it thrive. Reach out to me at www.instagram.com/canvasandkind or view my work at www.canvasandkind.com For Laurie Anne’s Art to Print course, head to learn.laurieanneart.com/art-to-print

Today we talk about fear in painting, and how we push through to create good work. Reach out to me on Instagram at www.instagram.com/canvasandkind or online at www.canvasandkind.com

Today, we talk about branding with Brittany Wong from Happyland Creative, and why every creative should learn who they are serving. If you’d like to know more about what she offers check the links below!

If you’d like to reach out to me and find my work, it’s always available on www.canvasandkind.com

Here’s the link to book a call:
www.happylandcreative.com/getstarted

Here’s a link to some info about Polish + Prep: www.instagram.com/p/CwVpxgSPnlv/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Here, I answer a few of your frequently asked questions about my business, my life, and things I’ve shared online. You can find more of my work at www.canvasandkind.com and on Instagram at Instagram.com/canvasandkind

Today, I review some of the fun things that I learned while I hosted my third year of art camp with Canvas and Kind. If you’d like to see some of my original art, you can check that out at www.canvasandkind.com and you can see what I’m up to on Instagram at Instagram.com/canvasandkind

Today I give you the lowdown on everything I use from brushes to paints to even the canvases I choose to buy. I hope this episode is educational and helps you to get on your painting journey or gives something new to put on your art supply list! I mentioned www.dickblick.com as well as www.novacolorpaint.com for some of my favorite places to get supplies. You can find my work at www.canvasandkind.com or on Instagram at www.instagram.com/canvasandkind

Future thinking is a trap that we can all fall into. The trouble with always looking to the future is that we forget to live in the present. Here are five practical tips on how you can help yourself live in the moment. To sign up for my floral course, go to canvas-kind.teachable.com and register there! To see my work, head to www.canvasandkind.com and on Instagram at www.instagram.com/canvasandkind

Today, we dive into forming good habits and how to create consistency in our art practice. I talk about my personal experience of habit making and mention the book “Atomic Habits” by James Clear. If you’d like to reach out to me, my Instagram can be found at instagram.com/canvasandkind and my artwork can be viewed at www.canvasandkind.com

Yesterday, my four kids and I were in a head on collision where we miraculously walked away virtually unharmed. While this has nothing to do with art, it is my life, and it was spared along with the lives of my children. Grateful and thankful. Find my work at www.canvasandkind.com or on Instagram at instagram.com/canvasandkind

In this episode, we dive in to inspiration and where to find it when you’ve run out. If you’d like to see more of my work, you can go check out www.canvasandkind.com or find me on Instagram at instagram.com/canvasandkind

Today, I give some of my organizational tips so that you can organize your creative space. Check out my latest work on www.canvasandkind.com and find me on Instagram sharing more of my studio hacks at www.Instagram.com/canvasandkind

Surprise! Our little family is moving. Today were talking about finding joy in the midst of chaos. I hope that it will be a bright light and bring joy to your mess. If you’d like to see my current work, head to www.canvasandkind.com to check it out!

Have you ever wanted to wear something fun, but something in your mind told you that you're not cool enough, trendy enough, or brave enough to wear it? Then this is the episode for you. Davina shares how she totally changed the way she dressed in order to look how she felt on the outside. You can find Davina at www.instagram.com/davinafear on Instagram and look at her photography at www.davinafear.com

Today, we will be talking about how growth is not always in a straight line. Growth is like life. You will have your ups and downs. I hope this podcast encourages you today. To sign up for the floral, painting subscription, head to canvas-kind.teachable.com and get started today!

Today, I talked to Lottie Aldarwish about her beautiful project and how to follow an idea to fruition. If you’d like to check out her magazine, you can find that at www.gracegobloom.com or find her art at www.lottiemade.com Be sure to give her a follow on Instagram at instagram.com/lottiemadeco

Today, I’m sharing an encouraging message with you who might be struggling with “shining your light.” Listen to this quick pick me up for some encouragement. As always, you can find my art at www.canvasandkind.com or on Instagram at www.instagram.com/canvasandkind

Today, we dive in and talk about the ins and outs of licensing from the perspective of Bethany Joy. Her work has appeared in Hobby Lobby, Trader Joe’s, and several online spaces. You can find Bethany’s work at www.Bethanyjoyart.com and on Instagram at www.instagram.com/bethanyjoy_art

Today’s episode is really about gratefulness. The gratefulness that I feel for all of you guys is overwhelming at times, and I cannot express my appreciation for you enough. In this episode, I share something that happened to me last week that really made me even more grateful for my life. If you’d like to sign up for the floral painting subscription and get one month FREE, use the code GRATEFUL when you check out on canvas-kind.teachable.com

Listen in on a conversation I had with my 11-year-old as we talk about what it’s like to grow up with a creative mom, what kinds of things she likes to create, and her perspective on our differences. I think you will love hearing what she has to say. Head to www.canvasandkind.com if you want to see all my holiday offerings this year.

Today, I talk about what to do as we’re heading into “the most wonderful time of the year,” but what can sometimes feel like two months of pure chaos. How do we keep this season special but not completely wear ourselves out? I discuss that a bit today, and I hope it helps. If you’d like to see the things I’m offering for Christmas, check out the website at www.canvasandkind.com to see the nativities, the calendars, and the ornaments beginning November 1st.

In this bonus episode, I let you know about ten small businesses to shop from this Christmas! Hope you enjoy!

1. Timber Sprout Toys www.timbersprouttoys.com
2. Linnea Campbell Studio www.Linnea-Campbell.com
3. Dwell Differently www.dwelldifferently.com
4. Lolli and Grace www.lolliandgrace.com
5. Annie Quigley www.anniequigleyart.com
6. Ramble and Co shop.rambleandcompany.com
7. Hosanna Revival www.hosannarevival.com
8. Jean Jean Vintage www.jeanjeanvintage.com
9. Pamela J. Bates www.pamelabates.com
10. Canvas + Kind www.canvasandkind.com

Today, I talked with Pamela J. Black about the careful balance of being a mother and an artist and how she makes it work. This was such an encouraging conversation between Pamela and I where we give lots of practical tips to help you as you balance art and motherhood. You can find Pamela on Instagram at instagram.com/pamelajblackart and her artwork at www.pamelajblack.com And you can always find my art at www.canvasandkind.com

In this episode, I give a creative challenge that will help your art go from uninspired to exciting and new. I can’t wait to see how you challenge yourself in the fun, new way. If you’d like to keep up with all the new art offerings this holiday season, be sure to subscribe to my email list here at www.canvasandkind.com

Betsey Iannarelli talks with me today about coming out of a season of artist’s block and what she did to get out of it. I think you will be so encouraged by today’s episode, especially if you’re feeling stuck in your art practice. You can find Betsey on Instagram at instagram.com/betseyianstudio and her work can be found at www.betseyianstudio.com To find my work, head to www.canvasandkind.com

Today I share a little bit about my art practice and how it goes through seasons alongside motherhood. We often get discouraged when our season doesn’t allow for much creativity. I’m here to talk through those moments. I mentioned Brittany with Happyland Creative. Check her out for branding needs! www.happylandcreative.com If you haven’t had a chance to check out the Good Heavens collection, go to www.canvasandkind.com

Today, Christine Wilson and I talk about time management and some of her favorite ways to help creatives. Christine is a licensed professional counselor, and the creator of Think Time. I hope you enjoy this insightful conversation as much as I did. To get Christine’s dream sheet, click here sdz47xkt.pages.infusionsoft.net/ and for a 10% discount off Think-Time planners, click here think-time-live-your-dreams.myshopify.com/discount/taylor You can find Christine’s website at www.think-time.com and her Instagram page here instagram.com/thinktimeplanner To see my work, head to www.canvasandkind.com

In this little episode, I talk a bit about creating a good color scheme using complimentary colors. I also have a surprise for you! On Thursday, September 15 (the day this podcast publishes) I will open the floral painting subscription for 24 hours only! Click here to register while it’s still open. canvas-kind.teachable.com/ For more of my other work, head to www.canvasandkind.com or find me on Instagram at instagram.com/canvasandkind

Join Jane Boutwell and me as we discuss the creative mind and how it's uniquely made with a purpose. We talk about the shame and frustration that often accompanies brains that learn differently. This is an awesome episode that will encourage and bring hope. If you’d like to check out Jane’s work, head to www.janeboutwellstudio.com or follow along on Instagram at instagram.com/janeboutwellstudio For the free sketchbook guide, click on view.flodesk.com/pages/5f7b3597322e6ae12d5c774e

Today, I talk about the infamous “burnout” and ways we can keep it at bay. I also discuss what to do when we find ourselves in the midst of burnout. If you’d like to see more of my original work, I can be found at www.canvasandkind.com or you can check out my Instagram at instagram.com/canvasandkind

In this episode, I talk to Sarah of Wild Things Adventures about how she helps her kids to live creatively and what that looks like in her family of 10. You can find Sarah on Instagram at instagram.com/wildthings_adventures and online at www.wildthingsadventure.com for her handmade leather small batch goods.

In this episode, I talk about how little goals over time become habits, and good habits are life changing. I discuss practical ways to set goals and keep them. If you’d like to see my art, head to www.canvasandkind.com or to look at my Instagram, visit instagram.com/canvasandkind to see the latest happenings of Canvas + Kind.

Join us for this conversation where Denysse and I talk about balancing art and motherhood. It’s a thoughtful discussion where we learn about how we can create just for the joy of creating. Denysse is a local artist and can be found on Instagram at instagram.com/wildrosewatercolorstudio where she shares her work and her heart. To see more of my original art, check out www.canvasandkind.com and visit canvas-kind.teachable.com/p/canvas-kind-kids2 to sign up for my kids’ monthly art subscription.

Join me as I talk about practical ways of having some creative alone time. This episode is a fun one, and I just know you will love the ideas learned. If you’d like to see my work, you can head to www.canvasandkind.com or you can check out the assortment of online classes I have at canvas-kind.teachable.com

Today, I give a little backstory on how I became an artist and the many little steps it took to get here. Some were more humbling than others, as you’ll find out. If you’d like to sign up for the Floral Art Subscription, which closes on August 8, 2022, click the link to register! canvas-kind.teachable.com If you’d like to see my work, that can be found at www.canvasandkind.com and I can be reached on Instagram at instagram.com/canvasandkind

Today, we talk about how dangerous the game of comparison can be to our hearts and to our art practice. The artist I mentioned in this podcast is Brooke Ring! You can find her at instagram.com/cbrookering on Insta. Check her out! She’s super encouraging. To check out my artwork, go to www.canvasandkind.com or visit canvas-kind.teachable.com to sign up for online art classes.

Today, I talk about the frustration you feel as you create lots of work that feels like trash. I encourage you to know that all that work is not in vain. Little by little, that work is building something amazing. Go to canvas-kind.teachable.com/ to sign up for the floral painting subscription which is open from August 2-8, 2022. I hope to see you there!