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When the Licensing Checks Stopped Coming: How I Reclaimed My Income—and My Power

 

Years ago, I got not one but TWO $25,000 checks from a licensing partner. It felt like magic.

It was the kind of income that changes your life.
I remember holding that check in my hands and thinking,
"I’ve made it. I can breathe."

But the following year? Everything changed.

The company was sol...

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What Happens When You Create Just for You


This past week, I did something for myself—quietly, tenderly, and completely offline.

Our family spent a few slow days in Bentonville, tucked into a little Airbnb that I’ve been working on behind the scenes for months. I never posted a photo. I never shared about it on stories. I just let it be min...

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5 Ways to Invite Flow Back Into Your Life

Feeling creatively blocked or out of sync? Sometimes we lose momentum not because we’re doing something wrong—but because we’re not fully aligned with what’s next.

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In this post, I’m sharing 5 simple but powerful practices to help you reconnect with your inner compass, release resistance, and invi...

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From Stacie: Something Really Strange and Wonderful is Happening.........

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There’s something magical in the air this week, and I had to share it with you.

After months of feeling a little adrift (I know, it might look like everything’s always baller over here, but trust me—it’s not), I’m suddenly feeling re-aligned. Lighter. More joyful. Like myself agai

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How to Develop a Cohesive Portfolio When Your Inspiration Is All Over the Place


Want your artwork to feel more connected—but your creative interests are everywhere? You’re not alone.

If your portfolio includes everything from botanicals to bold abstracts, digital art to watercolor, you might wonder:

“How can I possibly make all this look cohesive?”

The good news? You can bui...

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Why the World Needs Your Art—Now More Than Ever

Have you ever looked at your art and wondered, Does this even matter?

If you’ve felt that way, you’re not alone. Many artists and creatives go through seasons of doubt—especially when the world feels heavy. You might question whether your work is important, whether people truly care, or whether y...

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Artistic Warm-Ups for Creative Block

Are you feeling stuck or uninspired? A lot of people have a hard time with artist's block, but I'm here to help you find your mojo again! 

A great way to get unstuck is to enjoy some simple drawing exercises. They don't have to take a long time or have a magnificent end result, the important part...

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Mixing Family & Business: The Story of Gingiber’s Growth with Angie Classen

Hey there, creatives! The Art + Audience podcast has reached an exciting milestone with its 20th episode, marking the finale of its first season. Stacie decided to make this episode particularly special by welcoming someone who plays a pivotal role behind the scenes—her sister, Angie.

Throughout...

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5-Day Challenge: Restore Your Creativity in 5 Days

For the last few weeks on the blog, we’ve been exploring how to make effective plans for your art business and develop the right mindset to find success. Having a solid business plan is really important, but keep in mind: you don't want to get stuck in this step!

With all the planning you're doin...

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Daily Affirmations for Artists

At the start of each year, it’s essential to get your mind in the right position to achieve your goals and keep your resolutions.

An artist’s mindset can be their greatest strength or their greatest weakness. It’s SO important to nurture your mindset if you want to find success as an artrepreneur...

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How to Set Annual Business Goals for Artists That You’ll Actually Achieve

Are you tired of setting business goals that never seem to stick? As a creative entrepreneur, goal setting is essential for growth—but without a solid plan, those ambitions can easily fizzle out. In this guide, we’ll explore a step-by-step process to help artists set realistic, achievable business...

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How to Make a Vision Board That Truly Works

Hi artists and artrepreneurs, and welcome to 2025! Today we're talking about the #1 thing that can change your art business forever. 

The beginning of the year is THE time to focus and plan, and I'm not talking about regular New Year's resolutions that get forgotten halfway through January. Today...

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Behind the Booth: Lessons from the Atlanta Trade Show

 

Hello, art enthusiasts and small business dreamers! This week on the Art + Audience podcast, we’re diving into the whirlwind world of trade shows. Stacie and her team pulled back the curtain on the hustle, challenges, and rewards of exhibiting at the Atlanta Market, one of the biggest trade sh...

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I Bought a 100+ Year Old Church—Here’s the Wild Story Behind It

Hello, creatives! This week, Stacie shares a deeply personal and transformative experience that led her to rekindle her creative spark and reflect on the intersection of life and art. Here are the highlights from this inspiring solo episode.

The Power Of Stepping Away

Fresh off a three-week tri...

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Rebecca Woolbright’s Art Career Transformation with Leverage Your Art


There is no better way to find out what a course can truly offer you than hearing from the people who have taken it! Today in our student series, we’re featuring Rebecca Woolbright. What she has done with the knowledge she found in Leverage Your Art is truly inspirational.

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Elizabeth Berglund: Taking Leverage Your Art changed her perspective as an artist

Today we’re continuing our student feature series with Elizabeth Berglund! If you haven’t read the previous posts in this series, please check out Emily Johnson and Kirsten Katz’s stories– you’re sure to love them.

This week, Elizabeth is sharing her road to my flagship course, Leverage Your Art,...

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The Secret That’s Taking Me All the Way to Scotland

Hello, creatives! In this episode of Art + Audience, Stacie revealed a juicy secret that’s bound to inspire artists and aspiring entrepreneurs alike—she’s writing a new book! Let’s dive into her incredible journey from a vision board dream to an upcoming release with Hay House Publishing.

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Emily Johnson: How Leverage Your Art Changed My Art Business

 

Why do I offer my flagship course, Leverage Your Art? To help artists like YOU.

That’s why I center the stories of artists who have completed the course. Don’t take my word for how great Leverage is– listen to the feedback of my real students and their tangible results. 

Today, I’m featuring ...

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Avoid This Costly Mistake: Insights from Mable Tan’s Art Business Journey

An unexpected tax bill could have shattered Mable Tan’s art career—here’s how she turned a financial disaster into a lesson for all creatives.

Hey, art fam! In this episode of the Art + Audience podcast, Stacie sits down with Mable Tan, a Melbourne-based surface designer with an incredible journ...

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The Joy in Art: How Shelly Kim Turned Burnout into Opportunity

Hello, art fam! In this episode of the Art + Audience podcast, Stacie welcomes Shelly Kim, the creative powerhouse behind Letters by Shells. Shelly’s journey is a masterclass in embracing change, exploring new mediums, and finding joy in the art-making process. Whether you’re an aspiring artist o...

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