In this podcast episode, Megan Wimberley interviews Misty Shaw, who comes from the leather working and western retail industry. They discuss the importance of celebrating and sharing the work of female Western artists, as well as the need for artists to be open to feedback and continually develop their craft. Misty also talks about the evolution of the industry, with more independent artisans entering the market and consumers valuing products with a personal connection and a story behind them. Misty encourages women to love what they do, find a balance that works for them, and have confidence ..read more

Introduction: Welcome to a special episode where we unravel strategies of intentional living and productivity in the context of the Slow December Challenge. Join us as we delve into the art of slowing down, breaking free from chaos, and dedicating time to self-care and quality times with loved ones during this festive season. Key Takeaways: Disruptive Habits: Discover the power of recognizing and breaking unproductive habits. Learn how to set boundaries, leverage tools like App Blocker, and regain control over your time, especially in the fast-paced world of social media. Intentional Planning ..read more

In today's episode, we talk with Denice Erway, owner of @Wildfire Gallery on the Paseo in Oklahoma City. Denice is a passionate supporter of the arts and the Paseo Arts District, and she even currently serves as the Merchant Committee Chairperson for the Paseo Arts District. There are many fantastic galleries of all sizes that can be an asset to your career and growth, but unfortunately, there are also galleries that don't have it together, aren't a good fit, or worst case scenario, behave unprofessionally or unethically. Today we will get Denice's perspective on working with a gallery. We'll ..read more

In today's Episode we talk with Anna Przybylski who coined the phrase, "it's called manifesting look it up." Anna has such a unique and fun way of encouraging the world, and it's clear by her followers and the response that her message is something we all need. Originally we wanted to talk to Anna about "manifesting" creativity, but this conversation naturally took another direction. We discuss a lot, from how she got started, to self-kindness, and burnout. While burnout isn't a fun topic it is oh so important. As art business owners, trying to run a business and wear many hats, the work can g ..read more

Cowgirl Artists of America spoke with juror, Lisa Staudohar from Art of the West Magazine about her experiences being a juror for the Wildflower Show. Make sure to follow Art of the West on Instagram @artofthewestmagazine And, don't miss an incredible opportunity to participate in the upcoming workshop "Cottonwood Ranch Equine Photography Experience" by Cowgirls with Cameras in August Month. This workshop is led by Phyllis Burette (@phyllisburchettphoto), Cara Taylor Swift (@fasthorsephotography), and Kim Beer (@kimberlybeer) To learn more about the workshop visit https://cowgirlswithcameras.c ..read more

Cowgirl Artists of America spoke with Signature Member, Alice Leese about her journey as an artist, getting into National Park Art Residencies and cowgirl grit. Check out Alice's work at https://www.aliceleese.com/ or on instagram @aliceleese And don't forget that the call for Art for The Cowgirl Gathering in the heart of the Ft. Worth Stockyards closes soon! March 15th! To apply visit https://cowgirl-gathering-2023.artcall.org/ cowgirlartistsofamerica.org IG: @cowgirlartistsofamerica ..read more

In this episode of Cowgirl Artists of America's podcast we talked with California based photographers Brittany Colt and Shawn Reeder. Both Brittany and Shawn are incredibly skilled photographers who spend much of their time in the natural world working to find just the right composition. We chat about the myths of photography and what really goes into capturing incredible images. Brittany and Shawn also discuss their new business venture and share some valuable advice for photographers and other artists. Find Brittany and Shawn's new business venture at https://outdoorphotoexperience.com/ Ig ..read more

Today we talked with Meagan Beltekoglue about cutting out the noise in the digital and workspace. It's so easy to get bombarded with digital noise, from new articles, to emails, to newsfeeds. It can literally be never ending. Meagan and I talk about mindfulness when it comes to our digital consumption and share a few easy to take steps to set boundaries and reduce the digital noise that's preventing you from getting work done, or invading your personal life. Meagan Beltekoglu is the owner of New Leaf Digital which  gives multi-passionate women expert strategies and solutions with ClickUp ..read more

Today we talk to Elizabeth Dryden about her very busy 2022. We talk about everything from art shows, to The Cowgirl Gathering, to supporting each other, and even getting scammed! Woah 2022 had a lot happening. You'll love this episode with such a lovely and down-to-earth artist. Follow Elizabeth Dryden on her instagram @elizabethdrydenfineart Follow us on instagram @cowgirlartistsofamerica ..read more

Being an art business owner requires you to wear many hats, and to-do lists can feel unmanageable. In this episode of Cowgirl Artists of America podcast we talk about time management strategies that include self-care ..read more