Heart to Heart with artist Amanda Hilburn: Recent Episodes
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Let's chat about recharging as an introvert with an online business. Watch the video version on my Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIoVzMpJhEBKbMjhMkAqMjgIntroverts in Business video I mention in the podcast is here: https://youtu.be/5B6JlmJnOz8
Burnout happens when we hustle without boundaries. In this episode I share three things that help me prioritize and balance my health and business.
This is a time when I normally look back at the previous year, make plans for the new year, and change anything that I want to do differently in my art business. I’m going to make some changes that I hope make 2023 a easier year for me. You can find the blog post about this topic here: https://artbyamandahilburn.com/new-year-and-new-plans/
Finding time in your schedule to be creative is a challenge for us all, but it's so worth the effort!
What is success? Just like art...it's so subjective. It really hinges on your own priorities and what you want. Let's talk about that.
In my own experience, finding your artistic voice is what we are really looking for when we say we want to find our style.
I mention a time lapse painting in this episode. You can watch that here on my YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/MZYmLOW_o5o
I’ve been painting irises and thinking about how I don’t know everything that there is to know about painting. Let’s chat about waiting until you know it all or waiting until something is perfect to share it. Watch me paint and chat with me here on the blog: https://artbyamandahilburn.com/are-you-waiting-on-perfection/
There is a difference between having a hobby or a business, and you should consider a few things before you begin selling your artwork.
The decision is really yours, of course. You get to decide if you want to paint and sell your work as a business owner or just paint for the fun of it.
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Have you struggled with this question? I hope this will help.
Find the blog post on this same topic here: https://artbyamandahilburn.com/am-i-a-real-artist-telling-a-big-part-of-my-story/
Music by: FlowBeats
I've received several messages lately asking for advice about where to begin with my art lessons. I created a path that I call The Artist's Flight Path that helps you get an idea of where you are and what you need most. https://artbyamandahilburn.com/find-the-best-classes-for-you-2/
Finding time to paint can be hard. We all have busy lives, but if you want to improve your art and create more original paintings full of unique and beautiful ideas from your own mind....painting small studies is a great way to get that practice in on a regular basis. See more on this topic here: https://artbyamandahilburn.com/painting-small-studies/
Grab this printable guide: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f7749a257796e85dda5a9a2
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In this episode, I give you 4 tips on how to make art that sells!
If you would like more information about my painting lessons, art groups, and the upcoming workshop that I mention in this episode, and my 100 paintings project, you can find all that here on my website: artbyamandahilburn.com
Sometimes I get questions about how I do everything that I do with my online business and take care of our home and family.
I'm sharing a few things that are working well for me right now in this episode.
Read the blog version here: 6 Things That Help Me Work From Home
This is a question I get asked often and I've asked myself! When you are trying to begin creating something new where do you begin? In this episode, I give you one thing that helps me and I believe it will help you also.
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Finding inspiration for your own art work may be as easy as looking out a window! Read the blog post I mention in the podcast here: https://artbyamandahilburn.com/how-to-find-inspiration-for-paintings/
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It's more difficult that one might think! I get asked this question often. "How do I paint more loosely?"
See the Facebook Live video I mention in the podcast here: https://www.facebook.com/TheLittleBluebirdGallery/videos/589265545041662/
Find more about me and my work here: https://artbyamandahilburn.com/
Why do I talk about originality so much? Let's chat.
Here's the free resource mentioned in the podcast: https://artbyamandahilburn.com/how-to-find-your-style-a-free-mini-class/
In this episode I talk about how to overcome different fears that may pop up when you are creating art.
Assignment: Create and be mindful of your thoughts. Go into the process giving yourself permission to make mistakes, allow experiments, allow generosity with your supplies, and above all....PLAY!
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You determine the value of your art. Did you know that?
Confidence is so important as you begin creating.
In this Heart to Heart chat we will talk about 4 ways to boost your creative confidence (not arrogance….confidence).
I hope you find this information helpful.
Find out more about me, my work, and my classes here: https://artbyamandahilburn.com/
How do we get past that fear and begin making art bravely?
These are a few of the questions we will discuss in this Heart to Heart, and I also give you an assignment at the end.
I hope you find this encouraging and helpful.
Find out more about me, my work, and my classes here: https://artbyamandahilburn.com/
In this podcast, I plan to chat about courage, confidence, artistic style, inspiration, and my own experience as a self-taught artist.
You can find more about me and my work here: https://artbyamandahilburn.com/