Artist Academy

218. How to Get in a Room Full of Eligible Buyers

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What would you say if I could promise you that I could magically teleport you into a room full of eligible buyers? People who have the funds to afford...

217. Navigating New Motherhood While Running an Art Business with Sema Martin

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features France-based colored pencil artist Sema Martin.In light of my current pregnancy, I asked Sema, a former podcast guest, ...

216. Artist Hiring Tips

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you looking to be hired onto a project to gain experience OR are you at a point where having a helping hand could benefit your art business? In th...

215. Selling Prints via TikTok with Andrea Nelson

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

his week’s episode features 46-year-old TikTok star, artist, and mother, Andrea Nelson. If you think TikTok is just for kids or the algorithm is lon...

214. Local Artist Competition

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about the subject of how to handle the local artist competition and turn it into a helpful community. There are going to be heated...

213. NFTs with DKleine

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Canada-based artist/educator/podcaster DKleine. I was first introduced to him through the NFT’s for Newbies podcast a...

212. Emotional vs Logical Business Decisions

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode on the Artist Academy Podcast is something that I believe has been one of the reasons why I’ve had such a smooth mural career.Ta...

211. Project WXLLSPACE with Jordan Giha

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode is an introduction to Jordan Giha’s project: WXLLSPACE. Doesn’t it seem like there are a small number of top artists getting...

210. Diversifying, Pricing, Heights, & Snakes with Muralist Randall Kane

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features South Carolina muralist Randall Kane. I was actually having a bad day before I sat down to interview Randall yet you’...

209. Street Artist Turned Muralist in the UK with James Carter

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode on the Artist Academy Podcast features a northern United Kingdom muralist James Carter.James has been dabbling in paint and street...

208. Pitching & Pricing Murals with Tarabella Aversa

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode on the Artist Academy Podcast features Nashville-based muralist Tarabella Aversa.I love talking with fellow muralists about the da...

207. Quit Your Day Job with Lacey Crime

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode on the Artist Academy Podcast features East coast muralist Lacey Crime.Lacey is in the Artist Academy Membership, and we were chat...

206. Tips to Create & Sell Your First NFT

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a sneak peek into the NFT course inside the Artist Academy Master’s Program. Before I visually show artists how to buy Ethereum, cre...

205. Student Spotlight with Kristi Goss

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of the Artist Academy Podcast, we will have a Student Spotlight with Kristi Goss. I’m not sure if you know this, but every Mo...

204. Artist Academy Scholarships

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode is not only a look into what an Artist Academy Scholarship entails, how to apply, and all of that fun stuff. We are also going t...

203. Video Tips with Elisabeth Donaldson

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Nashville based artist/actress/comedian Elisabeth Donaldson. As you know, I’m a big fan of video, so you can imagine ...

202. Mural Money - Chapter 05 - Motivation to Practice

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a sneak peek chapter from my book Mural Money. Chapter 5: Motivation to Practice talks about when I was working to build my customer b...

201. Attracting Collectors with Anastasia Trusova

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode features Belgium based painter Anastasia Trusova. My artist friend Shannon Joy referred Anastasia to me, who prefaced her introduc...

200. The 4 Stages of an Artist

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Which stage are you in?1. The Scaredy Cat 2. The Hustler3. The Spoiled One4. It’s Time to Pivotwww.ArtistAcademy.co

199. Wallpapers & Textiles with Peacoquette

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Nashville-based wallpaper and textile artist, Sarah Walden of Peacoquette. I personally sought out Sarah and invited he...

198. Taking it to Court

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I took a customer to court. Listen to hear how you can protect yourself from legal situations like this one.www.ArtistAcademy.co

197. NFTs with Allo

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Dallas based digital artist Allo. He is an award winning artist who creates minimal, abstract, and interactive art usin...

196. Diversifying Your Art Income

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If every millionaire has 7 different streams of income, how many should an artist have? In this episode, Andrea shares how she’s currently diversify...

195. Quit Your Day Job with Austin Fabinski

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Michigan based artist Austin Fabinski. Austin is my go-getter in the Academy since joining almost 2 years ago. He’s a...

194. How I'm Pricing in 2022

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Download the free guide to help you nail down your pricing system at: www.artpricingguide.com www.ArtistAcademy.cowww.MuralMoney.com

193. Quit Your Day Job with Samantha Cox

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Missouri based muralist Samantha Cox, who just happens to be one of my best friends. Samantha’s journey is going to b...

192. How to Spend Money to Make Money

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s chat about ways to spend money in order to make more of it.Andrea goes through, line by line, the different ways she has spent money this past...

191. Quit Your Day Job with Sarah McComb-Turbitt

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Canadian wildlife artist Sarah McComb-Turbitt. Sarah is the perfect example of someone who takes things one step at a t...

190 . Big Plans for 2022

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What went right last year for your art business? What lessons did you learn? What are your goals for the coming year? Andrea shares her tough 2021 les...

189. Mural Money- Chapter 22

27 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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188. Quit Your Day Job with Shannon Joy

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we have another episode of the Quit Your Day Job series where I interview members of the Artist Academy Advanced, our private group mentoring me...

187. Upcoming Art Challenges

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The 31 Day Challenge is coming up. Listen to hear why you should start your year off with a bang and produce 31 paintings in the month of January.

186. Quit Your Day Job with Jodi Trujillo

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we have another episode of the Quit Your Day Job series where I interview members of the Artist Academy Advanced, our private group mentoring me...

185. Quit Your Day Job with Hibaaq Ibrahim

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we are highlighting Hibaaq Ibrahim, a Minnesota based muralist who joined the Academy not long after I opened the doors over 2 years ago. She’...

184. Mural Money- Chapter 2

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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183. 5 Ways to Increase Your Holiday Sales

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Window ArtHoliday Specific Marketing Run a SaleEmail ListPost Consistently www.ArtistAcademy.cowww.Facebook.com/groups/ArtistAcademy

182. Mural Money- Chapter 1

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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181. 10k+ IG Growth in 6 Months Using Reels with Brenda LaRose

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Ontario, Canada art educator Brenda LaRose. We are taking a dive into Instagram Reels today as I chat with Brenda about...

180. Mural Money Intro

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

My first book Mural Money is out for preorder on Amazon and Audible! Listen to this quick introduction and the behind the scenes of writing it to get ...

179. Think BIG $$$

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Steps to thinking bigger and making bigger money:Envision and say it out loud. Present yourself in a way that attracts those higher paying customers.M...

178. Quit Your Day Job- Lyssa Wyn

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we are highlighting Lyssa Wyn, a Florida based artist who joined the Academy when I first opened the doors over 2 years ago! I have a special pl...

177. Dealing with Hate Online

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I’m going to be reading you some of the hate comments I’ve been getting online to showcase how with every 100 positive/loving/encouraging comments...

176. Quit Your Day Job- Christine Riutzel

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we are highlighting Christine Riutzel, a Branson, Missouri, based artist who joined the Academy not long after I opened the doors over 2 years a...

175. Quit Your Day Job- Dani Roma

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we are highlighting Dani Roma. A Kansas City based artist who joined the Academy just recently and attended our Mural Meetup. Dani is in the thi...

174. I’d Rather be in the Studio with Alyson Stanfield

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features author and art business educator Alyson Stanfield. You may know her from her famous book, I’d Rather be in the Studio...

173. Exhibitions and Artist Residencies with Suzanne Redmond

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Florida based artist and podcaster Suzanne Redmond. About a month ago or so Suzanne interviewed me on her podcast The L...

172. Quit Your Day Job- Brianna D’Amato

30 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we are highlighting Brianna D’Amato, A New York based artist who joined the Academy back in April of 2019. Brianna has been to both Mural Meet...

171. Quit Your Day Job- Chelsea Blosil

23 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we are highlighting Chelsea Blosil. A Salt Lake City based muralist who joined the Academy back in September of 2020. I have had the privilege o...

170. Traveling Artist Sylvia Hecht

16 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Every Monday I interview some of my amazing Artist Academy students to get to know them better and give direct advice on their art business. Today I w...

169. A Passion for Murals with Keith Goodson

09 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Florida based master muralist Keith Goodson. You have to go check out Keith’s work to fully understand what he’s ca...

168. 30+ Years of Murals with Ray Harvey

02 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Missouri based muralist Ray Harvey. I particularly liked this interview with Ray partly because we are only located a f...

167. Mindset with Madelyne Oliver

26 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode is another one of those sneak peaks I sometimes give out into what’s going on inside of the Artist Academy Membership. I’m s...

166. Mural Commissions via Home Shows with Michael Beenenga

19 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Colorado based muralist Michael Beenenga. I really liked this chat with Michael. He’s well spoken, knowledgeable, and...

165. How to Get Traveling Mural Jobs

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about how I’ve painted in various countries and how you can too. Let’s talk about work and travel for a minute. #WorldWideWing...

164. Murals and Wall Decals with Marilena Madio

05 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Toronto based muralist Marilena Madio of Wall Wear. Marilena struck my fancy when I saw her promoting her new wall deca...

163. 5 Tips to Paint Murals Faster

28 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I’m making this episode because I constantly get questions about how to paint quickly. Artists see me creating a mural in a day or 2 and think, “W...

162. Creating the Perfect Paint Hive Tutorial

24 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s BONUS episode features the founders of the Paint Hive: Regina, Gina, and Monica. The Paint Hive is a website that houses classes from a ...

161. A Lifetime of Murals with Jeff Raum

21 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features California based muralist Jeff Raum. This might be one of my favorite episodes because Jeff has a lifetime of experienc...

160. Murals & Faux Finishing for the 1% with Bryan King

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Virginia based muralist and faux finisher Bryan King. I put out a call for recommendations in a couple Facebook groups ...

159. Rolling with the Mural Industry with Linda & Roberto

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features not 1 but 2 seasoned muralists: Linda & Roberto. This duo has worked together for many years on many different proj...

158. Logo Training

31 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about painting logos! You might be thinking,”Wait a minute… I thought we were on the whole mural subject this month?” But I ...

157. Pricing Murals with Corrado Mallia

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Toronto based muralist Corrado Mallia. I was so excited for this interview mostly because I was really curious how Cana...

156. Growing a Mural Biz with Tony Stafki

17 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Minnesota based muralist Tony Stafki. Tony has been in the mural game for 14 years and this interview is a look into ho...

155. Mural Stories with Pietro Palladini

10 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features a lifelong muralist and one of my friends Pietro Palladini. I had the privilege of working with Pietro in the early par...

154. 20+ Years of Murals with Annie Margarita

03 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Oregon based muralist of 20+ years Annie Margarita. I could talk about murals all day with Annie! She’s been around t...

153. Excitement Sells!

26 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

People underestimate the power of excitement within persuasion. Grow your audience and sell to more customers simply by showing how much you LOVE what...

152. Painting with Emotion with Anissa Perry

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features an expressive painter based just a hop, skip, and a jump away from me outside of Kansas City, Anissa Perry. Her Faceboo...

151. Starting an Art Business

12 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I was recently interviewed by Paulina with the Gente Increible Podcast and she was kind enough to let me share it with you. Paulina is from Mexico and...

150. 3 Steps to a Boss Mentality

05 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

So you want to be your own boss, huh? You’ve tuned in to this episode because working for yourself sounds like way more fun than listening to someon...

149. Painting with Confidence with Corinne Yancone

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features New York based artist and educator Corrine Yancone. I’m so excited because after we recorded this Corinne and I agree...

148. Creating Killer Instagram Captions

22 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we have another solo episode all about everyone's favorite subject: Instagram. I focus specifically on writing with confidence, the benefits of ...

147. Mural Magic with Pamela Kellough

15 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Ohio based muralist Pamela Kellough. I had no idea what to expect when meeting Pamela and in our first few words I was ...

146. Art Money Mindset

08 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Are you blocking yourself from making money? I want you to make the mental shift to go from, “How can I make money this month?” to, “What can I ...

145. Creative Cartooning with Ryan McCulloch

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features California based illustrator and cartoonist Ryan McCulloch. Ryan is the VP of art and design at Mutasia which is a seri...

144. Practice in Public with Aengus Boyle

22 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features London based painter Aengus Boyle. Aengus and I recently met on Clubhouse, yet another social media platform for making...

143. Why You Shouldn't be an Artist

15 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Common fears or complaints I hear from artists:“I’m not that good.”“I’m shy.” “People will steal my work.”“I’ll starve.” “I’...

142. The Importance of Accuracy with Tim Cortes

08 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Minnesota based Illustrator Tim Cortes. Tim and I were connected through Rob MacDougall of episode 137. Rob spoke reall...

141. How to Find Your Art Groove

01 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is for the artist who hasn’t found their niche just quite yet. Art Marketing 101: Find your “thing.”Get really really good at that ...

140. YOLO with Alexa Jacobs

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Alexa Jacobs (now Alexa Perce). Alexa has a really interesting story about how she’s following along with the family ...

139. Printing Basics

19 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I am knee deep in print orders right now so let’s chat about prints. In this episode I’ll give you an overview of the printing process so you can ...

138. How I’m Pricing in 2021

11 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m going to walk you through the timeline of how I’ve paid myself with art through my entire career from the beginning but focusing on the ...

137. The Illustration Process with Rob MacDougall

05 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Canadian based illustrator and sports cartoonist Rob MacDougall. I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation with Rob as he ...

136. 31 Paintings in 31 Days

28 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Consistency + Repetition + Group Motivation = Success in 2021 In this episode I break down WHY starting the year off with an art challenge will be the...

135. Attention to Detail with Carla Grace

22 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Australia based wildlife artist Carla Grace. This conversation is a look into what it’s like to grow slowly but inten...

134. Signs & Murals with Shawn Fitzwater

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Alabama based artist Shawn Fitzwater of Fitz Signs & Murals. This episode is going to inspire you to get out of you...

133. Design your own art career with Corey Paige Designs

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features New York based designer Corey Paige Bloomberg of Corey Paige Designs. This girl, let me tell you, I’m so impressed wi...

132. Should you add a "rush fee?"

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about why you should think about adding a little bit of an extra charge to the projects that need immediate attention. Pricing you...

131. How to treat your ART like a BUSINESS

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm going to explain exactly what I mean by treating your art like a business and give some examples of other businesses and their profit margin...

130. Short Video Training for TikTok & IG Reels

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm going to explain exactly what I mean by treating your art like a business and give some examples of other businesses and their profit margin...

129. Surrealism with Brady Willmott

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features surrealist painter Brady Willmott. Before you listen please go check out this Instagram to get a better idea of the typ...

128. Spouse Interview: A Look Behind the Scenes

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week I let my husband, Ryan Sanders, takeover the mic and ask me questions to give you a look behind the scenes of how the Artist Academy came to...

127. Should you take a deposit?

27 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about DEPOSITS. Not the sexiest topic BUT I think it can be one of the more useful. I’m going to be sharing some behind the scen...

126. The Psychology of a Sale

20 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I just made $3,000 in 1 day during my annual birthday sale! Now let me explain a little bit about how I made this happen...People need a reason to buy...

125. Window Painting with Scot Campbell

13 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features the famous window artist Scot Campbell. I am so excited to publish this interview with Scot because it is extremely tim...

124. Adding a Personal Touch to Boost Sales on Instagram with Wanda Comrie

06 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Australian oil painter Wanda Comrie. Wanda was nominated to be interviewed on this episode, and if you don’t know you...

123. Art Merchandising- Should you do it?

01 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Shirts, mugs, calendars, stickers, stationary... all the things! Should you offer your art on merchandise? Pros? Cons? Which item should I choose? In ...

122. Let’s Talk VIDEO with Amanda Horvath

29 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features a video coach! Amanda Horvath is the first non-artist ever to be interviewed on this podcast and that’s because I’m...

121. $2k in 1 day

22 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

$2k in 1 day is the title of this episode because as most of you know I teach the business side of art and I love me some number goals. I’m going to...

120. Should you offer art lessons?

15 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Should you offer art lessons? I’m gonna bet that every single one of you have at least thought about this topic at least one in your art career so f...

119. Playing the Long Game

08 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about playing the long game. I’m about to share with you what exactly I mean by that and back it up with some recent stories tha...