Building an Art Career: Candace Carroll’s Journey from Corporate to Creative | Success Tips for Artists
In this episode of The Art Coaching Club Podcast, we dive into the inspiring story of Candace Carroll, an artist who transitioned from a corporate career to pursuing art full-time. Growing up in a creative household with her artist mother, Candace rediscovered her passion for art during the pandemic, transforming a barn on her property into a studio and evolving her style into textured, abstract floral and landscape works. Candace shares her journey of overcoming marketing challenges, growing her audience through Instagram and email newsletters, and balancing painting with business tasks. She also opens up about becoming more selective with commissions to stay aligned with her artistic vision and her excitement for future abstract collections and prints. This episode is packed with actionable advice for artists on finding their unique voice, connecting with their audience, and building a sustainable art career. Highlights include: How Candace transitioned from corporate life to full-time artist Marketing tips for artists (email lists, social media, and word-of-mouth) Overcoming comparison and staying true to your creative path Connect with Candace Carroll on Instagram or on her website.