You Have More than You Think: Moving, Pivoting, and Grace in the Unexpected + Answering Your Questions!

In this episode, I (Ekaterina Popova) take you behind the scenes of my recent move and how it became a powerful metaphor for life, business, and creativity. I also open up about the chaos of a tech-glitched webinar launch, how I had to pivot fast, and the lessons I learned along the way. Plus, I answer insightful community questions on:   How to structure your work schedule for productivity When to join artist-led art fairs  Creating a clear pathway for selling your art as a solo artist Expanding awareness of your work without relying on social media The best ways to calculate shipping for artwork Finding or creating artist communities for collaboration beyond social media Offering digital downloads as a revenue stream   Whether you’re dealing with creative roadblocks, business challenges, or just looking for motivation, this episode is packed with insights to help you navigate your journey with resilience and grace.   Mentioned in This Episode:   Superfine Art Fair (our recommendation) – A great opportunity for artists looking to exhibit and sell directly to collectors. Learn more: https://www.superfine.world   Subscribe to Create! Magazine Digital Code 'NEWREADER' https://www.createmagazine.co/subscribe   AQ Society (Art Queens Membership) – A private community for artists to connect, learn, and grow. Join here: https://aqsociety.com   Listen & Subscribe:Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review—it helps more artists discover the show!   Have a Question for the Podcast? DM me on Instagram @katerinaspopova or email info@createmagazine.com.

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Art & Cocktails: Exploring the World of Contemporary Art, Creativity, Business, and Inspiration Join host Ekaterina Popova, artist and founder of Create! Magazine, as she uncorks the vibrant and multifaceted world of contemporary art, creative entrepreneurship, mindset, and creativity one episode at a time. Welcome to "Art & Cocktails," a podcast where artists, creatives, dreamers, and artpreneurs gather to share their journeys and their art over their favorite drinks. Building on the success of the "Create!" podcast, Ekaterina steers the artistic conversation towards more intimate, heart-to-heart discussions that fuel the spirit and inspire the artist's soul. Tune in for insightful, honest discussions with leading artists, curators, writers, coaches, leaders, and artpreneurs who not only share their journeys in the creative world but also enjoy a "fireside chat" over a glass of wine or a cup of tea. This podcast offers a rich blend of inspiration, art business insights, and the simple joy of sipping your favorite beverage while discussing what lights your heart on fire. Pour your favorite drink into a beautiful cup, get comfy, and settle down for a session of "Art & Cocktails" each week. Let's celebrate the artist in all of us with a toast to creativity and the limitless possibilities it brings to our lives.