Artist Academy

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...

118. Art Therapy with Madelyne Oliver

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features art therapy coach Madelyne Oliver. I’m just going to say upfront, this is a very motivating and inspiring episode. Sh...

117. Copperplate Calligraphy with Sarah Script

25 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features a calligrapher! Sarah Script (Sarah Richardson) is based in Arkansas and just took the plunge into full time artistry. ...

116. Why You Should Be Utilizing Instagram Reels TODAY

24 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I never in my life expected Instagram to mirror TikTok's algorithm but it's happening. Instagram Reels is the new hit thing right now so let's use it ...

115. Mastering Patreon with Eva Lacy

18 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features a cartoonist! I was so excited to interview the first ever cartoonist to appear on this podcast: Eva Lacy is the animat...

114. TikTok Tips with Megan Moeai

11 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Utah based surrealist and mom of 3, Megan Moeai. TikTok brings people together! I first found Megan while scrolling the...

113. The Ugly Stage

06 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We've all been there. The beginning or middle stages of a painting that's not immediately turning out the way you hoped. It's a thing. I want to help ...

112. Diversifying Your Art Income with Alli Koch

04 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Texas based designer, author, and muralist Alli Koch. This interview sheds a light on the idea of diversifying your art...

111. Finding Creative Motivation

01 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you in a creative slump? Feeling unmotivated due to burnout or just being inside all the time? Did you know that being unmotivated is actually jus...

110. Lucid Painting

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Wisconsin muralist Sarah Pederson. Since this is Mural Month, I had to reach out to one of my favorite artists to follo...

109. Mural Joe

14 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features the one, the only, the master of murals, Mural Joe. If you have ever searched for any "how to paint a mural" tips on Yo...

108. How Samantha Cox went from 0 to 100 in 3 months

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features up and coming muralist in Marshfield, Missouri, Samantha Cox. I’ve have been waiting about 3 months to record this ep...

107. 6 Mural Tips

09 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

#1 Use a projector and chalk it out: www.artsupplylist.net #2 Pre and post mural surface care is key.#3 Get everything in writing.#4 Buy BIG brushes a...

106. Mindful Branding with Elyse Dodge

07 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features LA based contemporary landscape artist Elyse Dodge. I thoroughly enjoyed getting to meet Elyse and this was yet another...

105. Student Spotlight – Murals 101 with Danielle Nesbitt

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is another episode of the student spotlight series where every Monday I interview my amazing Artist Academy Advanced students to get to know them...

104. Live Speed Painting with Montana Engels

30 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Belgium based speed painter Montana Engels. This is actually a rerecord because the first time I interviewed Montana li...

103. Student Spotlight- Learning to Paint Murals with Lindsay Moore and Dorin Mogda

29 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is another episode of the student spotlight series where every Monday I interview my amazing Artist Academy Advanced students to get to know them...

102. Add A Cherry On Top

25 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I’m giving you a major tip to incorporate this one “cherry on top” strategy into your art business. This tip will help you build...

101. I Hit A Profit Milestone...

23 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We made it to episode 101! Here are the top 7 most downloaded episodes:#24 Why You Should Never Give Up Your Copyright with Maria Brophy#61 Instagram ...

100. Student Spotlight- Profiting from TikTok with Brianna Damato

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is another episode of the student spotlight series where every Monday I interview my amazing Artist Academy Advanced students to get to know them...

99. Painting with Purpose with Sophie Green

16 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features UK based wildlife artist and animal rights advocate Sophie Green. I felt like I was talking to a girlfriend in this int...

98. Student Spotlight – Jeni Dolde & Christy Perez

15 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is another episode of the student spotlight series where every Monday I interview my amazing Artist Academy Advanced students to get to know them...

97. The Joys of Plein Air with Farley Lewis

09 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features one of the artists who helped me get my start in the art world, Farley Lewis. Farley is a calligrapher and landscape ar...

96. Student Spotlight – Megan George

08 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is another episode of the student spotlight series where every Monday I interview my amazing Artist Academy Advanced students to get to know them...

95. How to Start an Art Business with Sema Martin

02 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features colored pencil artist and new author Sema Martin. Sema and I are a perfect subject match for this episode because we bo...

94. Student Spotlight – Jessa Aber

01 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is another episode of the student spotlight series where every Monday I interview my amazing Artist Academy Advanced students to get to know them...

93. Get My Social Media Calendar

28 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, Pinterest, etc. Does your head feel like it’s about to explode just by hearing the names of all thos...

92. Finding Your Own Inspiration with Saz Ross

26 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Baltimore based fantasy artist and educator, Saz Ross. Saz has such an interesting back story as to why she creates the...

91. Student Spotlight - Hibaaq Ibrahim

25 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is another episode of the student spotlight series where every Monday I interview my amazing Artist Academy Advanced students to get to know them...

90. 2,000 New IG Followers In 30 Days

21 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hey! This is a sneak peek into a recent Instagram training we did in the Advanced group that I wanted to share with you to hopefully motivate you to r...

89. A Wave of Inspiration with Julie Kluh

19 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Washington based soul painting artist Julie Kluh. I so enjoyed getting to meet Julie through this interview and it’s ...

88. Student Spotlight- Rachel Wysocki & Hailey Mae Scott

18 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is episode number 4 of the student spotlight series where every Monday I interview my amazing Artist Academy Advanced students to get to know the...

87. The Ultimate 15 Second Pitch

14 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today is a solo show all about how to inform and capture someone’s attention within the first 15 seconds of meeting them. We are going to go over wh...

86. Get Paid To Do What You Love with Raffaela Cech, Aronja-Art

12 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Austria based fantasy artist Raffaela Cech. I am completely obsessed with Raffaela’s style of painting. She does thes...

85. Student Spotlight- Austin Fabinski

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is episode number 3 of the student spotlight series where every Monday I interview one of my amazing Artist Academy Advanced students to get to k...

84. All Things Instagram

07 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode is a little different in that we flipped the mic with Pratiksha interviewing me for a change. If you remember Pratiksha from a c...

83. Sculpt Your Own Art Career with William Jeffrey Jones

05 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features sculptor, potter, and painter William Jeffrey Jones. I could listen to William talk about his stories as a sculptor all...

82. Student Spotlight- Keila Small

04 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is episode number 2 of the student spotlight series where every Monday I interview one of my amazing Artist Academy Advanced students to get to k...

81. How to Legally Protect Your Art Business with Corey Kilburn

30 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode is a recording from a live in our Artist Academy Advanced group all about the legal side of the art business. Contracts, LLC’s...

80. What it Really Takes to Build an Art Career with Jenna Morello

28 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Brooklyn based muralist and sculptor Jenna Morello. I just got off this interview with her and I just want to warn you ...

79. Student Spotlight - Jodi Trujillo

27 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We are starting a student spotlight series where every Monday I interview a couple of my amazing Artist Academy Advanced students to get to know them ...

78. Posca Paint Party with Drew Brophy

23 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features groovy California based surf artist Drew Brophy. Drew is kind of a celebrity in my mind right along with his wife, Mari...

77. How To Get Over Yourself And SELL with Pratiksha

21 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Austin, Texas, based artist Pratiksha of PMuirArt. Pratiksha has had an interesting segway into the art world because h...

76. How To Go Viral On Tiktok

16 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode is a bit of a twist because I am being interviewed by California based artist and past podcast guest eKaterina Sky. She messaged...

75. Illustrating the Natural World with Rosalie Haizlett

14 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Appalachia based illustrator Rosalie Haizlett. It was a treat getting to interview Rosalie. I do a little bit of resear...

74. Using Art Featuring Accounts to Grow Your IG Following

09 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What an art featuring account is, how you can utilize it to grow your IG following, and my past experiences of using this as a form of advertising. It...

73. Finding Your Artistic Style with Casey Langteau

07 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features New Orleans based gallery owner, Casey Langteau. I was so excited to hear that Casey had already heard about the podcas...

72. Questions to Ask Yourself Before Giving a Price Quote

02 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How much time do I REALLY think I will spend on this project?Should I hire someone more or less experienced to help?If I end up spending a few more ho...

71. The Art Coaching Session You Didn’t Know You Needed with Geoffrey Gorman

31 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features New Mexico based sculptor Geoffrey Gorman. Geoffrey applied to be on the podcast a few weeks ago and as I was checking ...

70. The Benefits of Going LIVE!

26 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about what going live is, how to go about it, what to do while the camera is on, and how to maximize your results. We are curre...

69. A Gallery by the Bay with Alyssa Marie

24 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Florida based muralist and gallery owner, Alyssa Marie. I was referred to Alyssa by one of my Artist Academy Advanced s...

68. Street Artist Jason Jones

17 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features Arkansas based street artist, Jason Jones. I was so excited to finally know who the artist was that created this giant, awesome ...

67. Networking Networking Networking

10 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This solo episode is all about, you guessed it, networking! I share my personal experiences and benefits of networking along with how YOU can easily g...

66. Coaching Session with Katy Sarnowsky

03 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features an up and coming photographer from my hometown, Katy Sarnowsky. This was kind of an on the whim podcast episode in that...

65. Full-Time Artist/Parent with Tony White

25 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features a watercolorist from Australia, Tony White. I think this interview is going to be very relatable to a lot of you parents out the...

64. Getting a Great Start Right Out of the Gate with Stephanie Hilen

18 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features an equestrian oil painter from Kentucky, Stephanie Hilen. Stephanie was actually requested to be on this podcast. A lis...

63. #WhatLiftsYou with Courtney Montague

11 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features the business brain of the internationally famous Montague duo, Courtney Montague. If you do not know who Courtney and K...

62. How To Beat The Algorithm

06 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What is an algorithm? How can you make it work for you? Is it possible to spot and create viral content? All of these questions are answered to help y...

61. Instagram Tips to Grow Your Art Biz with Kate Tova

04 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Russian artist living in California, Kate Tova. Kate was such a joy to get to know. You know how you meet someone and c...

60. Why Doing The Little Things Can Make A Big Difference

30 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You have no idea how many times I get hired for jobs due to another artist losing that job because they failed to show up or communicate. It’s crazy...

59. The Power of Practice and Networking with Rich Marks

28 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Power of Practice and Networking with Rich Marks This week’s episode features Arizona based muralist, Rich Marks. I met Rich through this month’...

58. 100 Day Challenge

23 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have what it takes to complete the 100 day challenge? The rules are simple... paint (or draw or sculpt or just create) for 30 minutes every day...

57. How Art Can Heal with Mandy Tardif

21 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Artist Academy Advanced Member, Mandy Tardif. So in the Advanced Membership some week’s I’ll do an artist spotlight...

56. How To Work With Clients On A Budget

16 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I share several stories of how I work with clients on a budget. It can sometimes be tough getting businesses to pay full price, especi...

55. Oil Painting Success with Katy Jade Dobson

14 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features one of my favorite oil painters from the UK, Katy Jade Dobson. There’s just something about Katy’s style of art tha...

54. Stay Inspired With My Top Book & Podcast Recommendations

09 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Favorite Books: Art Money Success by Maria BrophyBig Magic by Elizabeth GilbertArt Inc. by Lisa CongdonThe 4 hour workweek by Tim FerrissThe Power of ...

53. Social Media Strategies with Laurence White

07 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features our first returning guest artist, Laurence White. I first met Laurence about 6 months ago when he came on to chat with ...

52. Yearly Recap and Planning for 2020

31 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode breaks down the simple strategy of how to reflect on 2019 in order to make a successful plan for 2020. Also get the scoop what went on be...

51. 31 Paintings in 31 Days

26 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Join our January paint challenge at https://www.facebook.com/groups/artistacademy or by using the hashtag #31Paintingsin31Days or #JanuaryPaintChallen...

50. Art Shows 101 with Lyssa Bowen

17 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode features Artist Academy Advanced student, Lyssa Bowen, who just happens to be an art show veteran. Lyssa has been with me since ...

49. How To Set Up Residual Income Systems In Your Art Business

10 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

VIDEO: https://www.artistacademy.co/blog/residualincomeDon’t believe the myth that you can set some kind of residual income machine up and it works ...