Well hey there Artist! Quick question….do you dream of having your own art business. Is 2024 going to be the year that you step out, go after your desires and start to build the art biz you’ve been dreaming about for years. If you are, but you also have no idea how or where to start, then you’re going to love this. Over the next few weeks I’m giving you FREE access to my Art Biz Start-Up Series training. I’ll be releasing the recordings on this podcast as well as offering you the chance to grab the recorded video version and workbook. In this 3 part training you’ll get clear about what you wan ..read more

Well hey there Artist! Quick question….do you dream of having your own art business. Is 2024 going to be the year that you step out, go after your desires and start to build the art biz you’ve been dreaming about for years. If you are, but you also have no idea how or where to start, then you’re going to love this. Over the next few weeks I’m giving you FREE access to my Art Biz Start-Up Series training. I’ll be releasing the recordings on this podcast as well as offering you the chance to grab the recorded video version and workbook. In this 3 part training you’ll get clear about what you wan ..read more

Instagram! Love it or hate it it's a HOT topic for Artists right now. Many Artists have built amazing businesses using the platform and there's also as many Artists who feel disillusioned with the changes. In my latest podcast episode I'm going to share a raw opinion of Instagram, help you flip the script of your view of the platform and ultimately give you back CONTROL of your art business. WHEN YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: Why Instagram owes you nothing and in fact has been and is still a great resource for Artists The changes Instagram is making and how to adapt with these The ..read more

In your Art Business, as in life, not everything will go to plan. Sometimes you can spend countless hours and dollars on a business idea only for it to produce little to no results. Whether it be spending months preparing for an art show only to sell nothing, or scheduling out weeks worth of social media posts only for them to get little reach and engagement. It's tempting at this point to write it off and feel like you've wasted your time and money.   In this episode I'll share with you why nothing is wasted. There's lessons to learn in all your business activities, many of which will h ..read more

A common question I get asked from Artists is how do you juggle work, life and commitments while trying to build an Art Biz!? It's a great question and one that has many strategies and solutions. In this episode I'll share with you my top 10 strategies so that you can manage your commitments with less overwhelm and have more time your art and art business. WHEN YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: Why the juggle/struggle is so common for women The illusion of 'having it all together' and 'balance'  10 strategies to help reduce the overwhelm and create space in your schedule for your ..read more

Whether you're a first time Mum (like me) or a seasoned Mum Pro (not me lol), and you're running or thinking of running an Art Biz, you may  be wondering how to navigate the transition. I know I am! That is why in this episode I'll share personal behind the scenes strategies I'm putting place in my business right now so that I can be a present Mum and keep my art business running at the same time.  WHEN YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: How I've been preparing my business and mindset for this transition for years (even when it felt like it wasn't going to happen) How to keep ..read more

If you want your Art Biz to grow you will need to invest money into it at some point. I know as Artists, especially when you're just starting out, money can feel tight and the the thought of investing can feel scary and risky. To help walk you through this and see the value of the right investments, I'll share with you the reasons why investing is important and how it can support the growth of your art business. WHEN YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: Why investing in your art business is important How investing has helped my business grow over the years How investing can lead to growin ..read more

If you've noticed your art sales are slowing down (or non-existent) and you're starting to feel a little down about it, know that you are not alone! Art sales will always ebb and flow, this can be based on the economy, seasonal changes or simply the fact that you may be producing less or marketing less than usual. It's tempting to feel like you're the only one going through this and this can lead to a downward spiral. The good news is there are practical things you can do to take control of the situation and improve your chances for more sales. In this episode I'll share with you 10 strateg ..read more

Change is never easy, though it is necessary in order to grow. Sometimes we are forced to make changes in our art biz due to circumstances and at other times we make changes on our own accord. Regardless of the reason for the change, it is important to successfully navigate the change in order to keep your business profitable and your relationships with your clients healthy. In this episode I'll share with you 5 strategies you can use to successfully navigate change. WHEN YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: Some of the changes you may need to make in your art biz How I navigated change ..read more

Today is a special and mixed emotions episode where I'll share with you 3 life and business announcements.  WHEN YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: What the 3 announcements are Why I making these changes How you benefit from them Join us in The Confident Brush for 12 weeks - special deal12 WEEKS ACCESS to The Confident Brush before it closes 31st May 2023 LEARN MORE FROM NATALIE PARKER: ART COURSES | ARTWORK | INSTAGRAM If this episode inspires you, leave a review and share your biggest takeaway with me. And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow me on Instagram&nbs ..read more