The MFA Podcast
Episodes
The Mindset of Motivation: A Conversation with Watercolor Artist Arline Mann
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What can fuel your fire as an artist? Sometimes, you just have to step right into it. Tune in as watercolor artist Arline Mann discusses her work and...
Minisode: 3 Ways Alysa Liu Used Manifestation
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your host Marina Granger speaks about three ways that we can see Manifestation in how Alysa Liu secured Olympic Gold. Being an excell...
How Artists Can Work with the Tarot with Hothouse Flower Author and Tarot Reader Margot Berwin
08 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tune into this inaugural episode of The MFA Podcast where host Marina Granger speaks with her tarot reader and spiritual mentor - NY Times Bestselling...
Mini Episode: Your Best Is the Only Best
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Seeing other artists post their wins, getting featured, or posting their work at Art Basel Miami Beach? It's easy to fall into FOMO and start second-g...
The Sotheby's Auction: What it Means for Working Artists and The Miami Art Fairs
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in as host Marina Granger speaks about the recent "white glove" Sotheby's Auction (white-glove means that everything sold and the auctioneer is g...
What I learned from Taylor Swift - The Rosenthal Effect and Your Success
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share a personal story about being in the room with Taylor Swift and her inner-circle at a party—witnessing what it's like when p...
How to Art with Kate Bryan
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartwarming episode, Marina Granger sits down with author, curator, and broadcaster Kate Bryan to talk about her new book, How to Art — a f...
Get off the Struggling Artist Bus
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stuck on the “struggle bus”? Join Marina Press Granger as she speaks about how to break free from cycles of resistance and scarcity so you can ste...
Navigating Armory Art Week for Artists
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join your host Marina Granger as she speaks about how you can navigate the art fairs during Armory Week...or any art week...as an artist. If you're no...
Life and Biz Update, Armory Week One Day Retreat, 1:1 Session Giveaway
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Marina on this episode of The Artist Advisory Hotline for a heartfelt update on her life and The Artist Advisory. Marina discusses navigating los...
RE-Air: Lion's Gate Portal Meditation: Ask the Version of You that Has Already Achieved Your Goal for Guidance
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tune into this meditation where you access the version of you that already has what you desire & ask them for guidance on how to get what you desire. ...
RE-AIR: How to Manifest During Lion's Gate Portal 8.8 & the benefits of mercury retrograde
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is a re-air of last year's Lion's Gate podcast. This year, we also have a mercury retrograde during this time. So - make sure you listen to how t...
From Powerless to Magnetic: How to Thrive in Any Art Market
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Marina Press Granger in a powerful conversation as a guest on Art & Cocktails with the incredible Ekaterina Popova! We dive into the deep mind...
Manifesting for Artists: The Vision Behind Issue 14
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special crossover episode of The Artist Advisory Hotline and The New Visionary Podcast, I join forces with Victoria J. Fry—podcast host of N...
Mini Mindset Reframe: Why Not Expect the Best?
24 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling stuck in worst-case-scenario thinking? In this 7-minute mini mindset reframe, Marina Granger invites you to shift your inner dialogue. If you'...
It’s Practically Magic: How Artists Step Into Confidence + Clarity
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Practically Magic: How Artists Step Into Confidence + Clarity What if everything you’ve been dreaming of for your art career isn’t actually...
The Magic of Kelp with Artist Marie McKenzie
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special Earth Day episode, host Marina Press Granger speaks with artist Marie McKenzie about her powerful connection to kelp—one of the plan...
How Artists Can Become Magnetic to Galleries (No Cold Emails Needed!)
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever wondered why some artists seem to magnetically attract gallery invitations while you’re stuck refreshing your inbox—this episode...
Staying Resilient: How Artists Can Thrive Through Tariffs
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you hearing about new tariffs and wondering what that means for your art career? Will collectors stop buying your work? In this episode, your host...
Energy Reset for Artists: Make Your Life a Vacation
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Marina Granger invites you to treat the next two weeks as a sacred energetic reset. With both Venus and Mercury in retrograde an...
Making Art Go Viral: Tips from Kira of The Art Revival
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder how artists get featured on top art pages like The Art Revival? In this episode, I sit down with Kira, the creator behind The Art Revival,...
Your Model of Reality: The Artist’s Guide to Manifesting Success
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join host Marina Granger on The Artist Advisory Hotline as she reveals how visual artists can manifest their dreams by tuning into what they see, hear...
The Full Moon Reset: How Forgiveness Transforms Your Art & Career
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Forgiveness isn’t just about moving on—it’s the key to unlocking abundance, clarity, and artistic flow. In this episode, Marina Press Granger ex...
Wisdom & Wins: Insights from The Artist Academy™ Graduates
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of The Artist Advisory Hotline Podcast, we’re joined by recent graduates of The Artist Academy™, Nate Hester, Ana Sneerin...
Navigating the Art World with Emily McElwreath
14 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Marina Granger speaks with Emily McElwreath, a powerhouse in the art world with over 18 years of experience as an adviser, indep...
Re-Air: Five Tips for Artists during Miami Art Week and Art Basel Miami Beach
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you’re heading to Miami Art Week or just curious about what it’s all about, this re-aired episode is for you! 🌴 Join host Marina Grange...
Re-Air: Three Powerful Mindset Shifts for Visual Artists
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Artist Advisory Hotline, Marina Press Granger revisits three transformative mindset shifts that every visual artist needs to t...
How to Become a GREAT artist with Kristy Gordon
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, your host Marina Press Granger speaks with artist and author Kristy Gordon to discuss her transformative book, Become a Great Artist....
Good Vibes and Art in Soho with Alex Bass Founder of Salon 21
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Marina Granger interviews Alex Bass, the founder of Salon 21 — a Soho loft space that’s part art gallery, part community hav...
Manifest Your Creative Potential: Stop Feeling Drained, Get Inspired, and Become the Artist You’re Meant to Be — With a Powerful Manifestation Exercise
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the hidden reason why you might be feeling drained as an artist. It’s not just about physical exhaustion — it’s a ...
How to Get a Gallery to Bring Your Work to a Major Art Fair
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode Marina Granger speaks about how you can get a gallery to bring your work to an art fair...without you having to pay for wall sp...
Preserving Kenya's Landscape with Artist Grace W. Nguchu
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in as Marina Press Granger, host of The Artist Advisory Hotline, speaks to Artist Grace W. Nguchu about her journey toward becoming an artist and...
The Healing Power of Color with Artist Katie Southworth
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join host Marina Granger as she speaks to artist Katie Southworth on the healing power of color. Granger speaks to Southworth about her journey as an ...
How to Manifest During Lion's Gate Portal 8.8.2024 & the benefits of Mercury Retrograde
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in as host Marina Granger speaks about using this special time in astrology to manifest your desires...and how mercury retrograde can actually be...
Lion's Gate Portal Meditation: Ask the Version of You that Already Has It for Guidance
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune into this meditation where you access the version of you that already has what you desire & ask them for guidance on how to get what you desire. ...
Why forgiveness is one of the main keys to manifesting an incredible and sustainable art career
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in as host Marina Granger tells you why forgiveness is one of the main keys to manifesting an incredible and sustainable art career & how it show...
How these artists manifested their dreams: an interview with some of The Artist Academy™ graduates
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Marina Granger speaks about how you can manifest your dreams and re-airs an interview with some of the artists who have worked with her inside Th...
How Artists Can Get into Galleries
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Marina Granger speaks about how artists can get into galleries that don't accept submissions. You just have to know what the galleries are lookin...
The REAL reason you'e not growing on Instagram
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Marina Granger tells you how it is - the real reason you're not growing on Instagram, as an artist, could be because of your beliefs around Perfe...
How to feel empowered in the art world and get rid of "icky" feelings
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Marina Granger unravels how manifestation and mindset are the key to fully taking action in your art career. In this episode, learn how your id...
Get Over Your Fear of Being Seen and Become a FAMOUS Artist with Whitney Uland
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Want to overcome the fear that's holding you back? In this episode, host Marina Granger sits down with visibility and celebrity coach Whitney Uland of...
How Your Ego Can Sabotage Your Success
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in as host Marina Granger speaks about how your ego can sabotage your success. The art world is designed to make artists work from the ego; there...
Navigating NYC Art Week May 2024
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Marina Granger speaks about the art fairs in New York City in the beginning of May 2024; Frieze, Esther Art Fair, Future Fair, NADA, 1-54, Fridge...
Bianca Bosker Unravels the Art World
20 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join your host Marina Press Granger as she interviews Bianca Bosker, New York Times best-selling author and author of "GET THE PICTURE: A Mind-Bending...
How to Grow Your Email List as an Emerging Artist
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Marina Granger discusses the importance of growing your newsletter/email list if you are just starting out and how to do it. She al...
Q&A Part II: Stepping into Aligment, Publicity, and Gallery vs Studio Prices
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Marina Granger answers more questions: When switching into a new direction with your work, when is a good time to start trying to get PR? What...
Q+A for Artists: The question of prices on your website, taxes, how to find the right galleries and approach them, and should you do art fairs?
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in as host Marina Press Granger answers your questions: 1. Should you put prices on your website if you want to work with galleries? 2. How to de...
How to Invite More Abundance Into Your Life Using Feng Shui and Law of Attraction
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Marina Granger speaks about how you can invite more abundance into your life using the basic principles of Feng Shui and the Law...
Don't Sell Yourself Short with Superfine! Founders Alex Mitow & James Miille
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in as Superfine! Art Fair founders James Miille & Alex Mitow speak about how they came up with their fair, what they have learned from exhibiting...
Artist Yana Beylinson on Painting with Mindfulness
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Marina Granger as she interviews artist Yana Beylinson on her practice and how she stays focused despite all the distractions. They discuss mindf...
Artist Stephanie Sachs Teaches Artists How to Make Money
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Maui-based artist Stephanie Sachs speaks to host Marina Granger about how artists can make money. Using her experience of selling over $1 million of h...
Gallerist Onyedika Chuke on the Entrepreneurial Spirit of Makers
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Marina Press Granger speaks with Onyedika Chuke, a seasoned art professional who brings over two decades of experience running h...
5 Steps for Getting into Creative Flow with Artist Kristy Gordon
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Artists, if you have ever had any issues with a creative block, this episode is for you! Tune in as Kristy Gordon speaks about her gentle five-step...
Gallerist Maryana Kaliner discusses Investing in Art Sustainably
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in as host Marina Granger brings you an interview with gallery owner Maryana Kaliner. Kaliner founded The Form Art House, "The FORMah" for short,...
How Artists Can Heal From Rejection
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in as host Marina Press Granger speaks to about the power of healing from rejection. Learn how you can reframe your mindset about rejection and h...
Five Tips for Artists Visiting Miami Art Week and Art Basel Miami Beach
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in as host Marina Granger shares valuable tips for artists visiting Miami during Miami Art Week. During this week nearly 100,000 art lovers come ...
Artist Katherine Mason Honors the Breast Cancer Community One Lipstick Shade at a Time
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we celebrate the intersection of art and purpose during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Meet Katherine Mason, an extraordinary artist ...
Q+A: How Artists Can Break into Galleries, Grow on Instagram, Exhibit at Art Basel, and more!
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tune into this episode of The Hotline where Host Marina Granger answers questions from listeners. She tells you how you can get into the gallery, ways...
Trusting Your Inner Guidance with Victoria J Fry of Visionary Art Collective
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode host Marina Granger interviews Victoria J Fry, artist and founder of Visionary Art Collective, publisher of New Visionary Magazine, an...
Releasing Common Mindset Blocks with Artist Tereza Barnard
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of "The Hotline," host Marina Granger speaks with renowned realist painter, Tereza Barnard, to explore the most common mindset blocks ...
Building Community Through Art with Artist Carter Shocket
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the Hotline, host Marina Granger speaks to artist Carter Shocket. He shares how building a community through art has helped me heal and thrive. Car...
Finding Your Artistic Voice with Kristy Gordon
25 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Marina Granger interviews with acclaimed artist Kristy Gordon for an inspiring conversation on discovering and embracing one's t...
Artist & Reiki Master Kristin Reed on the Healing Power of Sacred Geometry
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging episode, join podcast host Marina Granger in a conversation with Brooklyn-based Artist and Reiki Master, Kristin Reed. Kristin shares...
Thriving as Creative Entrepreneurs with Ekaterina Popova and Alicia Puig
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Artist Advisory Hotline, host Marina Granger engages in a captivating discussion with Ekaterina Popova and Alicia Puig, authors...
Stepping into Authenticity with Chelsea Beaudrie, Laurie Landry, Kate Rusek, and Ariana Tavares
26 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join recent graduates of The Artist Academy as they walk you through their biggest a-ha moments. Learn from their takeaways & learn a little bit more ...
How Artists Get Into Galleries with Gallerist Ki Smith
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in as Marina Granger interviews Gallerist Ki Smith on the history of his gallery, how he comes to work with artists, and also …sports? Learn m...
Getting into Open Calls
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Marina Granger for a solo episode where she gives you some valuable tips for fine artists on getting into open calls. Try out her tips and app...
Get Inspired with Charuka Arora, Artist and Founder of Arts to Hearts Project
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in as Charuka Arora tell us about her latest venture, the launch of Arts to Hearts Magazine - a gorgeous print magazine featuring artists from al...
Artist Tereza Barnard Shares Her Journey to Exhibiting with a Major Gallery at an Art Fair
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learn what Tereza Barnard learned from The Artist Academy that helped catapult her to the next level. She will be exhibiting her work at the LA Art Sh...
First Step to Making Money Consistently as an Artist
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Marina Granger shares the first step you can take towards making money consistently as an artist. It's not as tough as you think. You don't even have ...
What Artists Have Learned from The Artist Academy: An Interview with TAA Graduates Ellen Burgin, Ken Forbes, Erin Elizabeth O'Neill, and Yvette Molina
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want the keys to a successful career as an artist? Hear it from some of the artists who have graduated from The Artist Academy. Artists Ellen Burgin, ...
An Interview with NYC Gallerist Jenna Ferrey, Owner of Trotter & Sholer: Opening a Gallery and Discovering Artists
23 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to hear the secrets from an NYC Gallery Owner? Jenna Ferrey, the owner of Trotter & Sholer Gallery in New York City, tells us about the relations...
How Artists Can Develop Their Elevator Pitch and use it for 3 Effective Types of Instagram Posts
16 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Marina Press Granger for this solo episode where she discusses how artists can develop their elevator pitch, a quick and engaging way to describe...
Authenticity & Intention with Writer Kurt McVey
29 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Writer Kurt McVey speaks to Marina about how artists can authentically convey themselves and connect to others. McVey offers tips for artists on writi...
Three Powerful Mindset Shifts for Artists
15 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Marina Press Granger shares three powerful mindset shifts for artists. They are (1) releasing the belief that being an artist is just a hobby (2) that...
Your Power as an Artist: Use it to Show More, Sell More, and Know More
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you will hear the replay of a recent free live masterclass presented by Marina Granger. She explains what the power of an artist is a...
Community is Key with Sir Art Studio's Curator Bionda Sno
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features a lively chat between Marina Granger and Bionda Sno, the curator and creative mind behind Sir Art Studio in Amsterdam. Bionda en...
Trailblazing Gallerist Sheila Urevbu talks professionalism and good energy, enriching her community through the arts, and providing a voice to artists of Africa and the African diaspora.
07 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Host Marina Granger chats with Sheila Urevbu. Sheila Urevbu is the owner of Urevbu Contemporary Gallery based in Memphis, Tennessee. Urevbu Contempora...
Saving a Life with an NFT with Dina Brodsky and Rafael Hoekstra
13 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how NFTs can be used for good! Marina Granger interviews Dina Brodsky and Rafael Hoekstra as they team up to fight against Spinal Muscular Atrop...
Getting Spiritual with Curator, Art Advisor & Tarot Reader Sarah Potter
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in to the conversation between your host Marina Granger and Sarah Potter. Sarah Potter is the owner and founder of SP Projects, an independent ar...
A Conversation with Smack Mellon's Curator & Director of Exhibitions Gabriel de Guzman
24 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Marina Granger chats with Gabriel de Guzman the curator and director of exhibitions at Smack Mellon and an absolute fount of knowledge. Gabriel shares...
An Interview with Creative Content Strategist Stephanie Zimmerman-Black
12 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Content marketing strategist, and founder of Broad Spectrum, Stephanie Zimmerman-Black discusses how to connect with your ideal audience by overcoming...
Communications Powerhouse Alexandra Fanning peels back the curtain on the Art World PR World.
23 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Your art world insider next door is back with a second season of The Artist Advisory Hotline. Marina Granger kicks off her new season with P.R. powerh...
Superfine! Art Fair founders Alex Mitow & James Miille share valuable knowledge on how to market & sell your artwork online!
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
James Miille and Alex Mitow, founders of Superfine! Art Fair have learned what works and what doesn't when it comes to selling art online. They share ...
Artist, Curator, and Instagram Expert Dina Brodsky explains how artists can use Instagram to get control of their career
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Marina Granger speaks to Artist, Curator, and Instagram Expert Dina Brodsky about how Instagram has revolutionized the art world, and how artists can ...
How artists can begin to work with Art Consultants - An interview with Jennifer Klos, curator, art historian, and founder of Collector House
14 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Art Consultant, Curator, Art-historian, and Lecturer Jennifer Klos discusses how she founded Collector House and became an art consultant after being ...
How Artists Can Increase Visibility & Turn Rejection into Opportunity, an Interview with Paradice Palase founders Kat Ryals & Lauren Hirshfield
16 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Lauren Hirshfield and Kat Ryals, the founders of Paradice Palase, discuss their mission to increase visibility and opportunity for artists while engag...
How a Curator Finds Artists & other words of wisdom from Jenny Mushkin Goldman, Director of Monica King Contemporary
07 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Jenny Mushkin Goldman speaks with Marina Granger and shares her journey as an expert in the New York Art World. Jenny Mushkin Goldman worked at Jeff K...