The Quietly Thriving Artist

E13 | When You Can’t Create: How I’m Repurposing My Art During a Health Setback

In this episode, I’m sharing a personal update on my health and how it’s been affecting my art business. Recently, I’ve been dealing with chronic pain and reduced mobility, which has really forced me to slow down and rethink how I operate.
I talk about the practical steps I'm to keep things going while I navigate this new reality — like focusing on repurposing existing artwork instead of pressuring myself to create something new, and giving older pieces new life in different formats.
I hope this episode feels supportive for anyone else going through something similar.
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• Show notes & Transcript
• Episode Mentioned: E10: Diversifying Your Art Business for Sustainable Growth
• Episode Mentioned: E12 Is Your Art Business Prepared for Emergencies?
• My favorite print-on-demand company - Printful
• I use Shopify for my art website Parima Studio
• Learn 7 different ways to create passive income from your art - Passive Revenue Streams for Artists
 

E12 | Is Your Art Business Prepared for Emergencies?

In this episode I dive into a topic that's super important but often missed by artists: Can your business handle an emergency? I discuss how crises can shake up art businesses and share some practical tips to keep things running smoothly, even when chaos hits. From saving up and creating passive income to outsourcing and automating your marketing, I provide the lowdown on keeping your business steady during tough times. Tune in for insights on building a resilient business that can withstand the unexpected.
00:17 Can Your Business Handle an Emergency?00:42 Personal Experience with the L.A. Fires03:47 The Importance of Preparing Your Business for the Unexpected05:17 Creating a Resilient Business06:23 Financial Strategies for to Get Through Emergencies07:23 Generating Passive Income12:07 Keeping Things Running During Emergencies16:34 Communicating with Your Audience19:49 Recap and Final Thoughts
 
Shownotes & Transcript: https://thequietlythrivingartist.com/blogs/podcast/e12-is-your-art-business-prepared-for-emergencies
 
•Mentioned Episodes:
E10 | 5 ways to diversify your art business for sustainable growth
 
•Leverage your existing art to create passive income. Learn how with Passive Revenue Streams for Artists
 

E11 | Gentle Goal Planning for Introverted Artists

In this New Year's episode, I talk about setting goals for the year and share my views on why traditional planning can sometimes frustrate introverted artists. I also share my alternative approach that will ignite your creativity and leave you feeling inspired and accomplished. 
00:00 Introduction to the Quietly Thriving Artist Podcast00:39 Rethinking Traditional Goal Setting02:17 The Problems with Traditional Goal Setting04:32 An Alternative Approach to Goal Setting07:39 Practical Guidance for Flexible Planning10:10 Focusing on Exciting Projects14:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Show Notes : 
https://thequietlythrivingartist.com/blogs/podcast/gentle-goal-planning-for-introverted-artists
Mentioned Episodes
E1 - Four Quiet Marketing Strategies for Introverted Artists
E4 & 5 - Quick Start Guide to Pinterest for Artists

E10 | Mix It Up: Diversifying Your Art Business for Sustainable Growth

I'm Patricia Vargas, your host, and today we’re going to talk about how you can build a support system and increase your income by diversifying your products and services.
 
I’ll explain why this is important and walk you through the five different levels of diversification. Plus, I’ll share some real-world examples to spark your creativity and show you how you can start incorporating these ideas into your business today. So, let’s dive in and explore these strategies that can really make a difference in your entrepreneurial and creative journey!
 
00:00 Introduction to the Quietly Thriving Artist Podcast00:15 The Importance of Diversifying Your Business00:31 Understanding Business Diversification02:51 Diversifying at the Product Level06:19 Diversifying at the Production Level07:32 Diversifying at the Platform Level12:29 Diversifying at the Service Level14:49 Diversifying at the Customer Level17:06 Recap 19:26 Your Journey 21:38 Conclusion and Encouragement
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Referenced Episode: E6 - Embrace What Works in Your Art Business
Dive deeper: Learn how to create passive income from your art

E9 | Growing Your Art Business Off Social Media

I'm your host, Patricia Vargas. In this episode, I discuss how social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok can narrow our perspective on what it takes to be a successful artist. I will also share several marketing alternatives that introverted and sensitive artists can explore.
 
00:38 The Impact of Social Media on Sensitive Introverted Artists
05:37 Rethinking Marketing Strategies Beyond Social Media
08:40 Alternative Marketing Ideas for Artists
14:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
 
• Visit the blog: thequietlythrivingartist.com
• Get the guide Passive Revenue Streams for Artists
What to listen to next:• Reavling How Pinterest Works for Artists: Part 1 • 4 Quiet Marketing Strategies for Introverted Artists
 

E8 | Reframing Your Low Art Sales: Focusing on People, Not Numbers

In this episode, I’m talking about something a lot of artists are facing right now—the drop in sales, even with the holiday season upon us. I also want to share a little trick that helps me manage any worry: practicing gratitude! By shifting our focus from just the numbers to the amazing people behind those sales, we can cultivate a healthier mindset. This approach not only makes us feel better but can also lead to smarter decision-making. 
00:00 Introduction to the Quietly Thriving Artist Podcast00:38 Addressing the Decline in Art Sales02:38 Practicing Gratitude in Tough Times03:32 Focusing on the People Behind the Numbers05:35 Making Better Decisions with a Positive Mindset06:54 Conclusion and Encouragement
 
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E7 | Curating Our Digital Environment to Support Our Sensitive Nature

In this episode, I, your host Patricia Vargas, talk about the importance of curating our digital environment as introverted and sensitive artists. I emphasize the need to remove digital influences that don't align with our values and to surround ourselves with positive and supportive content that will help us thrive. 
 
00:00 Introduction to the Quietly Thriving Artist Podcast00:38 The Impact of Digital Environments on Sensitive Introverts01:56 Curating a Supportive Online Space02:54 Embracing Magic and Positive Mindsets05:41 Finding Inspiration from Like-Minded Individuals08:07 Practical Steps for Digital Detox08:33 Conclusion 
 
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E6 | Unlocking Success: Embrace What Works in Your Art Business

In this episode, Patricia discusses the importance of focusing on what works in your business and letting go of what doesn't. She shares her personal experiences of initially struggling to sell her original acrylic paintings and how she pivoted to selling art prints and digital artworks, which became more successful and enjoyable for her.
 
- 00:58 The challenge of recognizing what is truly working in your business.- 01:24 The balance between doing what you love and what generates income.- 02:01 Patricia's journey from focusing on original paintings to embracing digital art prints.- 08:11 Failing to recognize what was working.- 09:05 The question that changed everything.- 09:39 Looking at business with a new perspective- 13:37 The concept of allowing your business to be easy and finding the path of least resistance.
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E5 | Revealing How Pinterest Works for Artists: Part 2 What Matters and What Doesn’t

Welcome to the second part of this 2-part series on revealing how Pinterest works for artists. In this episode, I talk about the common misconception that artists have about Pinterest and break down what metrics matter and which don't.
00:16 Recap of Part One: Pinterest Basics00:47 Misconceptions About Pinterest01:56 Why You Shouldn't Focus on Followers 04:33 Why "Monthly Views" Are Not Important06:09 The 4 Key Metrics to Focus On08:43 Conclusion and Recap
Listen to Part 1: The Basicshttps://www.thequietlythrivingartist.com/podcasts/the-quietly-thriving-artist/episodes/2148877448
• Read the blog posthttps://www.thequietlythrivingartist.com/blog/artist-s-quick-start-guide-to-pinterest
Need more guidance in setting up your Pinterest properly? Sign up for the upcoming workshop Pinterest Essentials for Artist. Click here to add your name to the waitlist.
 
• Visit the Blog:https://www.thequietlythrivingartist.com
•Submit a question and it could be answered in the next episode!https://airtable.com/appfuytR6mSGDRK8Z/pagrVtoxe2XbubjoF/form

E4 | Revealing How Pinterest Works for Artists: Part 1 The Basics

Welcome to the first part of the 2-part series on revealing how Pinterest works for artists. You can think of this episode as a quick start guide. I'm breaking down what Pinterest is (hint: it's not social media), how pins and boards work, and how to get your art discovered by Pinterest users.
00:18 Pinterest: An Overview02:58 Understanding Pinterest Basics: Pins and Boards 03:49 Optimizing Your Pins for SEO05:38 Creating Effective Boards 06:42 Pinterest Search Engine: Keywords and Visuals 09:22 Recap and What's Next in Part Two
• Read the blog posthttps://www.thequietlythrivingartist.com/blog/artist-s-quick-start-guide-to-pinterest
 
•Need more guidance in setting up your Pinterest properly? Sign up for the upcoming workshop Pinterest Essentials for Artist. Click here to add your name to the waitlist.
• Visit the Blog:https://www.thequietlythrivingartist.com
•Submit a question and it could be answered in the next episode!https://airtable.com/appfuytR6mSGDRK8Z/pagrVtoxe2XbubjoF/form