The Thriving Christian Artist

God, Money & Artists: How to Break The Starving Artist Mentality for Good

24 Mar 2026

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Send us Fan MailThe most painful surprise I’ve seen after years of mentoring Christian artists is this: the ones who struggle the most are often the...

The Real Reason God Created Creatives

17 Mar 2026

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Send a textEver felt too creative for church and too spiritual for the art world? We go straight to the tension and show why that ache points to desig...

The Fight Every Artist Must Face

10 Mar 2026

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Send a textDoubt doesn’t knock politely; it roars in your studio, rewrites your story, and calls itself responsible planning. We shine a bright ligh...

Chaos Precedes Calling: David's Creative Journey

03 Mar 2026

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Send a textFeeling hidden, overlooked, or stuck in a chaotic season? We walk through David’s creative journey to show how God forms artists from the...

Was Bezalel Just 13? This Changes Everything...

24 Feb 2026

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Send a textWhat if your most meaningful work begins before the chaos clears? We revisit Bezalel—the artisan behind the tabernacle—and uncover why ...

When Failure Makes You Question Your Creative Calling

17 Feb 2026

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Send a textOne honest mistake can feel like a verdict on your calling. We’ve been there—rejected shows, failed pieces, spirals of self-doubt—and...

What Happens When You Say "Yes" To Your Creative Calling

10 Feb 2026

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Send a textWhat would change if you stopped playing it safe and said a full, unapologetic yes to your creative calling? We unpack the five shifts that...

5 Biblical Principles To Transform Your Creative Life

06 Feb 2026

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Send us a textPressure isn’t a prerequisite for great art. We walk through five biblical principles that turn the studio into a sacred place of conn...

The Gap Between Your Creative Calling & Confidence

03 Feb 2026

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Send us a textWhat if the reason your art feels heavy isn’t skill, time, or tools—but the story you believe about your worth? We explore how a sub...

Seven Proven Ways Artists Are Earning More Now

27 Jan 2026

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Send us a textFeeling buried under shifting algorithms and scattershot advice? We’re pulling back the curtain on seven strategies that actually gene...

The Humility Trap

21 Jan 2026

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Send us a textEver felt that promoting your art might steal glory from God? We tackle that honest tension head-on and show how scripture frames visibi...

5 Steps to Rewire Your Brain for Creativity

13 Jan 2026

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Send us a textWhat if mind renewal wasn’t abstract advice but a concrete, daily rhythm that rewires your creative life? We dig into Romans 12:2 and ...

5 Biblical Declarations To Break Shame And Build Unshakable Identity In Christ

07 Jan 2026

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Send us a textWhat if your creative breakthrough isn’t about striving harder, but about believing what’s already true about you? We explore five b...

Why Your Art Makes God Smile Every Time

30 Dec 2025

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Send us a textGet Your 31 Biblical Affirmations for Christian Artists: https://thrive.matttommeymentoring.com/31-biblical-affirmations What if your s...

5 Encouraging Bible Verses Every Christian Artist Needs

23 Dec 2025

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Send us a textWhat if the pressure to prove yourself isn’t part of God’s plan for your creative life? We walk through a simple, Scriptural process...

Why the Great Masters Never Worried If Their Art Was 'Christian Enough' (And Why You Shouldn't Either)

16 Dec 2025

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Send us a textFoundations Course just $27: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/foundationsCreated to Thrive Artist Mentoring Program: https://www.matt...

5 Steps to Create Art With The Holy Spirit (My Exact Process)

09 Dec 2025

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Send us a textWhat if your most inspired work begins the moment you stop trying to force it? We explore a simple, relational process for creating with...

5 Signs God Is Calling You As An Artist

02 Dec 2025

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Send us a textWhat if the first person filled with God’s Spirit wasn’t a priest or a prophet—but an artist? We open Scripture and discover a rem...

Jesus The Artisan: Five Creative Principles For A Faithful Life

25 Nov 2025

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Send us a textBefore the crowds and miracles, there was a workshop. We dive into the overlooked years of Jesus’ life and uncover five surprising les...

How Nature, Faith & Art Bring Healing and Hope - An Interview with Nancy Thygesen

21 Nov 2025

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Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Nancy Thygesen, a cold wax and oil painter whose atmospheric landscapes and new ventures into equine ar...

3 Ways to Overcome Creative Block (with Christ)

18 Nov 2025

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Send us a textFeeling stuck at the canvas, camera, or keyboard doesn’t mean your gift is gone. It often means you’ve been drinking from a cracked ...

Textile Artist Creates Works that Inspire Connection: An Interview with Pamela Loewen

14 Nov 2025

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Send us a textIn this episode, I talk with Pamela Loewen, a gifted textile artist and gallery owner whose work blends modern design with timeless craf...

3 Ways Seeing God as Artist Changes Everything

11 Nov 2025

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Send us a textWhat if the very first way God introduces himself sets the tone for your entire creative life? We open Genesis and meet a Creator at wor...

Unlock the Secrets of Your Right Brain: An Interview with Karen DeLoach

07 Nov 2025

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Send us a textIn this inspiring conversation, I sit down with my longtime friend Karen DeLoach—a multi-disciplinary artist, teacher, filmmaker, and ...

5 Simple Steps to Creating Your Art With God

04 Nov 2025

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Send us a textWhat if your studio felt less like a grind and more like a sanctuary—where ideas arrive with ease, your hands stay light, and joy retu...

Western Landscape Artist Paints God's Glory in the Sky: An Interview with Phil Bob Borman

31 Oct 2025

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Send us a textIn this inspiring episode of The Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, I sit down with my friend Phil Bob Borman—a premier Western artist...

What Feels Like Delay May Be Divine Direction

28 Oct 2025

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Send us a textWhat if you’re not behind at all—but right on time for what you were made to carry? We take a hard look at slow seasons and flip the...

From Pain to Purpose through Creative Healing: An Interview with Karen Bulbuk

24 Oct 2025

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Send us a textIn this heartfelt episode of The Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, I talk with multi-talented creative Karen Bulbuk, whose artistic jou...

5 Ways to Honor God with Your Art

21 Oct 2025

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Send us a textWhat if your studio felt like worship instead of a grind? We explore five grounded, practical ways to honor God with your creativity—s...

Artist Reveals Secrets to Creating with Purpose in Multiple Genres: An Interview with Rob Dinwoodie

17 Oct 2025

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Send us a textIn this engaging episode of The Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, I talk with multi-talented Canadian creative Rob Dinwoodie—a visual...

Your Supernatural Calling as an Artist

14 Oct 2025

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Send us a textWhat if your creative practice is meant to be a doorway where heaven meets earth? We dig into the supernatural calling of artists and wh...

Overcoming Self-Doubt & Finding Confidence in God: An Interview with Denise Clark Weston

10 Oct 2025

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Send us a textIn this joyful and inspiring episode of The Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, I talk with long-time friend and mentoring program member...

How to Trust God's Plan in Your Creative Journey

07 Oct 2025

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Send us a textFeeling called to create but unsure of the path ahead? We explore the tension every faith-filled artist knows: trusting God’s plan whe...

How to Overcome Resistance to Your Creative Calling: An Interview with Sherridean Carmichael

03 Oct 2025

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Send us a textIn this powerful and Spirit-led conversation, I talk with Barbados-based artist Sherridean Carmichael about pursuing your creative calli...

Anxiety, Imagination & Faith

30 Sep 2025

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Send us a textWhat if the most powerful studio you own is the one behind your eyes? As artists, our imaginations are vivid and fast—capable of paint...

Discover How Passion & Patience Help You Create Art that Connects: An Interview with Denis Mayer Jr.

26 Sep 2025

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Send us a textIn this captivating episode of The Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, I sit down with internationally recognized wildlife artist Denis M...

Discovering Your Artistic Superpower

23 Sep 2025

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Send us a textRomans 12:6 (NLT) says, “In His grace, God has given us different gifts for doing certain things well.” As artists, those gifts show...

Creative Couple Uses Art to Equip, Heal & Inspire: An Interview with Stephen & Tricia Preston

19 Sep 2025

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Send us a textIn this powerful episode of The Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, I sit down with long-time friends Stephen and Tricia Preston, a creat...

A Wakeup Call: Why Your Art is Needed Now!

16 Sep 2025

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Send us a textThe tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk has shaken many to their core, leaving artists wondering about their role in a world where trut...

Discover Why Timing Matters in Every Artist's Journey: An Interview with Debbie Gallerani

12 Sep 2025

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Send us a textIn this heartfelt episode of The Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, I sit down with Tucson-based artist Debbie Gallerani, whose work spa...

Is Your Desire for Community a SECRET Sign to Start an Art Group?

09 Sep 2025

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Send us a textThat burning desire for artistic community you've been feeling? It might be more than just a personal longing—it could be a divin...

Saying YES to God Transformed This Artist's Life & Community: An Interview with Wendy Michelle Davis

05 Sep 2025

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Send us a textIn this inspiring episode of The Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, I sit down with Texas-based artist Wendy Michelle Davis, whose creat...

You're Not Too Old to Pursue Your Creative Calling

02 Sep 2025

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Send us a textDo you feel like you've missed your window to pursue the creative calling God placed in your heart? That nagging voice suggesting y...

Boundaries: The Secret to Creative Flow

26 Aug 2025

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Send us a textReady to transform your creative process? Discover the counterintuitive truth that boundaries—far from stifling your artistry—actual...

Grace-Paced Creativity

19 Aug 2025

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Send us a textHave you found yourself caught in an endless cycle of creative hustle and disappointment? That relentless pressure to produce more art, ...

Discover How Stillness Can Change Your Art Forever

12 Aug 2025

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Send us a textWhat if the creative breakthrough you've been searching for isn't found in more techniques or strategies, but in learning to b...

Overcoming Fear to Trust Your Creative Instincts

05 Aug 2025

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Send us a textWhat if the creative ruts you keep experiencing aren't just "part of the process" but actually fear-based barriers preven...

Recognizing God's Voice in Your Art

29 Jul 2025

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Send us a textHave you ever sensed something greater than yourself flowing through your creative process? That feeling isn't just your imaginatio...

How to Listen for God When Life Get's Noisy

22 Jul 2025

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Send us a textThe still, small voice of God exists even in our chaotic, noisy world—but are you positioned to hear it? In this transformative episod...

Unlocking Creative Partnerships

15 Jul 2025

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Send us a textCreative breakthrough isn't just about what happens in your studio—it's about who surrounds you on the journey. For artists ...

Creating Sacred Connections Through Art

08 Jul 2025

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Send us a textHave you ever wondered what truly sets apart artists who thrive in both their creative practice and business? It's not extraordinar...

The Art of Connection: Turning Social Media Followers into Collectors

01 Jul 2025

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Send us a textGone are the days when artists could simply post pretty pictures and wait for sales to flow in. As we navigate 2025's social media ...

When Heaven Meets Earth: The Hidden Power of Your Art

24 Jun 2025

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Send us a textThe moment your art leaves your studio, something remarkable happens. Beyond metrics and transactions, a supernatural exchange takes pla...

Unleashing Creativity Through Play

17 Jun 2025

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Send us a textEver felt guilty for "just playing around" in your studio when there are commissions to complete and deadlines to meet? What i...

Breaking Through Creative Blocks

10 Jun 2025

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Send us a textThe frustrating wall of creative emptiness hits every artist at some point - that moment when you walk into your studio excited to creat...

Mindful Daydreaming: Transform Your Creative Process

03 Jun 2025

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Send us a textDaydreaming gets a bad rap, especially among creatives striving for focus and productivity. But what if that wandering mind could actual...

The Vagus Nerve: God's Hidden System for Peace

27 May 2025

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Send us a textHave you ever wondered why singing worship songs or praying aloud makes you feel physically better? There's a fascinating neurologi...

Your Studio is Holy Ground, Not Just a Workspace

20 May 2025

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Send us a textEver felt that creative spark and wondered where it truly comes from? Your studio isn't just a workspace—it's potentially sa...

4 Habits that Transform Artists

13 May 2025

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Send us a textAre you an ENT artist—creating Every Now and Then whenever inspiration strikes? You're not alone. After mentoring artists for ove...

Your Story Matters

06 May 2025

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Send us a textYour story matters—every bit of it. Not just the polished highlight reels we share on social media, but the beautiful parts, the broke...

Overcoming the Fear of Sharing Your Art

29 Apr 2025

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Send us a textThe paralyzing fear of sharing your artwork might be the very thing keeping you from walking in your divine calling. Whether you've...

Breaking Free from Comparison Culture

22 Apr 2025

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Send us a textComparison is perhaps the most pervasive challenge facing artists today, silently eroding confidence and stealing joy from the creative ...

God Doesn't Revoke Your Calling When You Struggle

15 Apr 2025

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Send us a textEver wonder if your artistic struggles mean you've missed God's calling? When marketing feels overwhelming, business challenge...

Exploring Prophetic Creativity

08 Apr 2025

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Send us a textThe creative process isn't just something artists do on the side—it's the fundamental mechanism through which the kingdom of...

Walking in Grace vs Guilt as an Artist

01 Apr 2025

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Send us a textFear can paralyze Christian artists, trapping them in a destructive pendulum swing between two extremes: the fear that God won't pr...

Breaking Free from Sin Consciousness

25 Mar 2025

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Send us a textWhat's holding you back as a Christian artist? For many believers, the greatest barrier isn't lack of skill or opportunity—i...

The Secret Place: Where Success Really Begins

18 Mar 2025

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Send us a textWhat if your greatest artistic and business breakthroughs aren't hiding in the latest marketing strategy but in the secret place wi...

Embracing God's Timing in Your Artistic Journey

11 Mar 2025

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Send us a textDo you find yourself growing impatient with God's timing in your artistic journey? You're not alone. That frustration—wantin...

Lay Down Your Life or Pursue Your Art Dreams?

04 Mar 2025

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Send us a textCan pursuing your dreams as an artist coexist with the biblical principle of laying down your life for the sake of the Kingdom? Join me ...

Renewing Your Mind vs Positive Thinking

04 Mar 2025

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Send us a textThis episode explores the transformative process of renewing your mind and what that truly means for believers and artists. We dissect c...

Why Your Response Determines Your Results

25 Feb 2025

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Send us a textFacing life's challenges with humility can transform not just our circumstances, but also the very fabric of our hearts. Join me as...

Overcoming Overwhelm in Your Artistic Journey

18 Feb 2025

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Send us a textFeeling overwhelmed is a reality many artists face, and it's one that we tackle head-on in this episode of the Thriving Christian A...

Breaking Free from Disappointment

13 Feb 2025

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Send us a textCan disappointment be the invisible barrier that's preventing you from fully embracing your creative potential and spiritual growth...

Why Simply Creating Is Enough

04 Feb 2025

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Send us a textHave you ever thought about the deeper purpose behind your art? This week on the Thriving Christian Artist podcast, I explore the profou...

3 Characteristics of 5 Talent Faithfulness

28 Jan 2025

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Send us a textUnlock the secrets to transforming your artistic journey by embracing the lessons from the parable of the talents in Matthew 25. What if...

Is it Irreverent to Imagine God in the Studio?

21 Jan 2025

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Send us a textUnlock the divine potential within your artistry by embracing God's presence in every brushstroke and melody. What if the presence ...

Getting More Out of the Time You Have

07 Jan 2025

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Send us a textEver found yourself struggling with the balance between creative passion and practical pursuits? Join me, Matt Tommey, as we embark on a...

Embracing the Unpredictable in Art & Life

31 Dec 2024

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Send us a textEver found yourself at a crossroads in your creative journey, only to discover that the unexpected detour led to a masterpiece? Join me,...

5 Core Principles for Thriving Artists

23 Dec 2024

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Send us a textThis episode explores the transformative journey that artists undergo by emphasizing the importance of internal growth and spiritual con...

Navigating Grief and Loss as an Artist

17 Dec 2024

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Send us a textAfter experiencing the loss of a loved one, how do you find the strength to keep your creative passion alive? Join me, Matt Tommey, as I...

Creating with God: Being Led by the Spirit

10 Dec 2024

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Send us a textWhat if the key to unlocking your creative potential lies not in seeking inspiration, but in recognizing God's presence that's...

Is Social Media Killing Your Art Business?

03 Dec 2024

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Send us a textCould social media be sabotaging your art practice? Join me, Matt Tommey, as I explore how platforms like Facebook and Instagram might b...

The Top 4 Myths Holding Back Artists

26 Nov 2024

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Send us a textUnlock the key to artistic success beyond mere talent as we shatter myths holding artists back with insights from my own 30-year journey...

The Core4: How to Make Progress as an Artist

19 Nov 2024

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Send us a textHave you ever felt like your journey as an artist is more complicated than it needs to be? On "The Thriving Christian Artist,"...

What Does it Profit an Artist: Reflections on Creating

12 Nov 2024

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Send us a textPicture this: you're flipping through an old sketchbook, and suddenly, ideas from over a decade ago leap off the page, still brimmi...

6 Common Roadblocks for Artists 45-70+

05 Nov 2024

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Send us a textHave you ever felt stuck in the relentless hustle, wondering how to rekindle your creative spirit? Join me, Matt Tommey, as I share my p...

Embracing Fallow Seasons: Finding Spiritual Renewal and Growth

09 Jul 2024

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Send us a textHave you ever wondered why certain seasons in life feel unproductive and barren? Join us on this enlightening episode of the Thriving Ch...

You Have a Hope & a Future

02 Jul 2024

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Send us a textEver felt like your emotions and life's hurdles are pulling you away from your true calling? Discover how to fortify your spirit an...

12 Golden Nuggets from Santa Fe

25 Jun 2024

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Send us a textWhat happens when your nest suddenly feels empty? Join Tanya and me as we navigate the bittersweet journey of becoming empty nesters aft...

Overcoming Overthinking, Indecision & Your Comfort Zone

20 Jun 2024

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Send us a textAre you struggling with overthinking, indecision, or a lack of self-discipline in your artistic journey? Discover how to break free from...

Inflation & Your Art Prices

22 May 2024

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Send us a textStruggling to price your artwork in an ever-changing inflationary economy? You're not alone. Join me, Matt Tommey, on the Thriving ...

FREE Artist Cashflow Bootcamp This Week

30 Apr 2024

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Send us a textRegister today at http://www.artistcashflowbootcamp.com and join us!Fuel Your Creative Calling with Weekly EncouragementJoin thousands o...

8 Reasons Why Artists Don't Sell at Art Shows

30 Apr 2024

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Send us a textUnlocking the secrets to art show success just got easier. Join me, Matt Tommey, as I reveal essential strategies for artists determined...

3 Principles for Great Artwork (No Matter What You Create)

23 Apr 2024

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Send us a textDiscover the secrets to transforming your artistic talent into a thriving success and learn how Christian artists can truly master their...

How Profitable Art Businesses Can Impact God's Kingdom

16 Apr 2024

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Send us a textCould your art transform lives and communities while also fueling a thriving business? Join me, Matt Tommey, as I shatter the myth that ...

Unlocking Your Art's Potential: Mastery, Uniqueness, and Desirability

09 Apr 2024

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Send us a textHave you ever felt like your art could soar if only you could break through that creative barrier? I'm Matt Tommey, and in the late...

Balance vs Boundaries: How to Actually Have Peace & Fulfillment

02 Apr 2024

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Send us a textDiscover the elusive peace you've been searching for as an artist, not by chasing the mythical beast of 'balance,' but by...

Creating a Product Ecosystem for Your Art Business

26 Mar 2024

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Send us a textEver feel like you're on a hamster wheel, trying to generate income from your art? You're not alone. In this enlightening epis...

Backlinks: A Secret to More Website Traffic

19 Mar 2024

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Send us a textEver felt like your art is a tree falling in the forest with no one around to hear it? Buckle up, as we uncover the secret sauce to gett...

Why Every Art Show is Not for You

12 Mar 2024

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Send us a textEver wondered why some artists seem to effortlessly capture the spotlight at art shows, while others struggle to make an impression? I&a...