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Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios

Build it Yourself - Turning a 'NO' into a 'YES'! - With Artist Author and Gallery Curator Alexis Chute

19 Sep 2025

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Every ‘no’ became a chance to create my own ‘yes'.  – Brandi Rejection doesn’t have to be the end of your creative journey — it can be the spark that lights something even bigger. In this inspiring conversation, I sit down with artist, author, and curator Alexis Marie Chute, who turned early rejection from art galleries into a thriving career of building opportunities for others. From launching the InFocus Photo Exhibit (now in its 12th year!) to founding Wild Skies Art Gallery and Wild Skies Press, Alexis shares how identifying gaps in the creative world led to powerful platforms for artists across Canada. We dive into why collaboration matters more than competition, how creative community keeps us going, and what happens when you focus on building relationships instead of chasing approval. If you’ve ever felt shut out by the “gatekeepers,” this episode will give you the fuel to carve your own path — and maybe even build the door for others. 3 Takeaway Tips Flip rejection on its head → Every “no” is just pointing you toward your own “yes.”Spot the gaps → If you see a need in your community, chances are others feel it too. Be the one to build the solution.Relationships > hierarchies → Creative success is rooted in genuine connection, not gatekeeping. Follow on Instagram: @AlexisMarieChuteInFocus Photo Exhibit & Awards: www.InFocusPhoto.caWild Skies Art Gallery: www.WildSkiesGallery.comWild Skies Press: www.WildSkiesPress.comRed Brick Common Public Art Gallerywww.redbrickcommon.ca/art-gallery

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