The Thriving Christian Artist

272 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Knowing When to Raise Your Prices

30 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a text“Your prices are too low!”  they say.  “You need to raise them!”  But that’s easier said than done!  In today’s episode ...

271 - Pricing Your Artwork - Artist Stories

27 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textAs we’ve talked about in the last few episodes of the podcast, pricing your artwork can be a real pain in the derriere.  It’s a com...

270 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Commissions, Consignment & Wholesale, O My!

23 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textSelling your art on commission, consignment, or wholesale can be a great way to expose new potential customers to your art and grow your...

269 - Generational Creativity: A Conversation with Christine Raymond

20 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textOne of the things that’s closest to the Lord’s heart is generational impact, that the work of our hearts and hands doesn't end ...

268 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Should I Ever Give a Discount?

16 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textSome people just love to haggle.  They enjoy the thrill of the hunt for a great deal.  They LOVE getting a discount.  They’ll ask f...

267 - The Artist as Storyteller: A Conversation with Scott Stearman

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textWhen I received my commission from the Lord back in 2009 to raise up an army of artists all over the world, one of the things that He to...

266 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Are You a Slave to Your Business?

09 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textWhen I first started my art business, I was in “hustle mode.”  I was working 6-7 days a week, burning the midnight oil, and creatin...

265 - It is What You Make of It: A Conversation with Justin McRoberts

06 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textEver heard that saying, “It is what it is?”  It’s often said in the context of something that we can’t change, something that f...

264 - 5-Minute Mentoring: The Power of Profit

02 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textDo you grapple with the tension of being creatively authentic and actually making a living from your art?  Can creative authenticity an...

263 - Understanding Prophetic Creativity: A message from Matt Tommey

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textOne of the biggest misconceptions that a lot of artists carry is the idea that creativity is outside the realm of God’s Kingdom, that ...

262 - 5-Minute Mentoring: How God Uses Prophetic Art

25 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever wondered what it means to prophesy with your art, to create with the Holy Spirit, and to see God use your art in powerful ...

261 - Writing Your Own Success Story: A Conversation with Michelle Kulp

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textEver thought about writing a book?  Today on the podcast, I’m talking with my friend Michelle Kulp, a paralegal-turned-bestselling au...

260 - 5-Minute Mentoring: What Is Prophetic Art?

18 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textQuite simply, prophetic art is "creating art with God."  It's this beautiful dance where, as artists, we do the thing th...

259 - Stop Starving, Start Thriving: A Conversation with Jen Brandon

15 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textI’m privileged to work with so many artists who are new to their art journey, still figuring things out as they decide how they can be...

258 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Is Art a Gift from God?

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textWe know that God created the heavens and the earth...but what do art and being an artist have to do with the Kingdom of God? Is art actu...

257 - Mastering Content Marketing: A Conversation with Pamela Wilson

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textOver the years, I've learned that content marketing is one of the most cost-effective ways to drive traffic to your website. Creati...

256 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Understanding Your Calling as an Artist

04 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever wondered what it means to be called by God as an artist to do those things that you do creatively?We’re going to jump in...

255 - Selling from the Soul: A Conversation with Don Long

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textOne of the things that I love doing as an artist and an entrepreneur is learning from people who are not artists, especially in the busi...

254 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Reel Ideas for Instagram

28 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you been wondering how to use Reels on Instagram® or even what you would put on a Reel to get started? We’ll be talking about a...

253 - Art in a New Season of Life: A Conversation with Adleyn Scott

25 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this Thriving Christian Artist podcast episode, I’m joined by my great friend, Adleyn Scott.   Not only is she a great painter, te...

252 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Getting Started with Instagram Reels

21 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textWith all the features now available on Instagram, have you wondered how to make the biggest impact with your followers in 2021?Well, in ...

251 - Courageously Creative: A Conversation with Jill Williams

18 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textMy guest on this week's episode of the Thriving Christian Artist podcast is going to really inspire you. Jill Williams is an all-ar...

250 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Getting Found on Instagram

14 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever wondered how best to leverage the power of social media so that you can get found by your ideal clients on Instagram?In th...

249 - God's Law of Attraction: A Conversation with Patricia King

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textI’m so excited to have my new friend, Patricia King, on today’s podcast with me. Patricia is a respected apostolic and prophetic min...

248 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Turning Your Art Hobby into a Business

07 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHas your art hobby grown to the point that you're considering turning your part-time passion into a full-blown business? In my blo...

247 - Infusing Beauty into Broken Things: A Conversation with Shane Grammer

04 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textYou're going to love today's interview. I first ran across today's guest on Facebook. Shane Grammer, a veteran of creatin...

246 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Finding Balance In Your Calling

30 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textI love talking about the Kingdom of God. It's so simple. It's so clearly laid out in scripture. And yet, so many people, me in...

245 - Finding Focus: A Conversation with Matthew Peterson

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textAs creatives, it's easy to become so focused on the cares and worries of this life that we lose sight of the things that God's...

244 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Letting Go of the Past

23 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textAll of us have a past; it's just a normal part of the human condition.  But have you ever wondered how to let go of the past so th...

243 - Rewriting The Story of Your Life: A Conversation with Valerie Wiebe

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textAll of us, at one time or another, have probably wanted to rewrite the story of our lives, or at least the perspective on some of the th...

242 - 5-Minute Mentoring: A Kingdom Perspective on Prospering

16 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever felt like the things you experience in your everyday life aren't lining up with your hopes, dreams, and the promises ...

241 - Creative Convergence: A Conversation with Julie Bagamary

13 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode of the Thriving Christian Artist podcast, I'm joined by my friend and fellow creative, Julie Bagamary. Now, if her ...

240 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Embracing Intimacy in Relationships

09 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textDo you find yourself craving real intimacy in relationships, while at the same time you push people away out of fear? Well in this week’...

239 - Thriving In Relationships: A Message from Matt Tommey

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textAs Kingdom people, I believe we're all called to connect with God's people and be part of the local church. Tanya and I are so...

238 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Sowing Into Your Relationships

02 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textI genuinely believe that we're called as believers to walk in life-giving, beautiful relationships with other people. We're no...

237 - Overcoming the Imposter: A Conversation with Kris Kelso

30 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textSo, if you’ve been an artist or an entrepreneur for any length of time, you’ve no doubt run into what I call The Imposter Syndrome. ...

236 - 5-Minute Mentoring: 5 Tips for Selling Your Art Online

26 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever wondered how to start generating sales for your artwork?  Well, as a creative, that’s THE question, right?  I get aske...

235 - Healing through Creativity: A Conversation with Fiona Horrobin

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textMy guest on this episode of the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast is Fiona Horrobin. Fiona, along with her husband Peter, founded Ellel ...

234 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Why Artists Need Email Lists

19 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever wondered, “If I’m active on social media, why do I even need an email list?” Well, in my blog and on today’s episo...

233 - Living Unshakeable: A Conversation with Shanon Roberts

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textToday on the podcast, I’m joined by my friend Shanon Roberts. Shanon is a long-time member of my Created to Thrive Artist Mentoring Pr...

232 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Unleashing Your Imagination

12 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever wanted to unleash yourself artistically and create free from the confines of always using reference materials when you emb...

231 - Your Calling in Not Your Job: A Conversation with Tinasha LaRaye

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever wanted to know what you are called to do by God and what exactly that means for you as a creative in His Kingdom?  If tha...

230 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Thriving As an Artist in Isolation

05 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textAre you one of the many artists I know who lives, works, and creates while living in the middle of nowhere? Have you ever wondered how y...

229 - Positioned for Influence: A Conversation with Antonia Ruppert

02 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textYou are in for a treat this week. My guest is a dear friend and fellow artist, Antonia Ruppert. Now despite all the craziness that was 2...

228 - 5-Minute Mentoring: 1 Website or 2, Which is Right for You?

26 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIt's a question that has plagued diversified creatives for as long as the internet has been a thing. And given the time, effort, an...

227 - People, Profit and Purpose: A Conversation with Mike Thakur

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textOn this podcast, I’m always trying to connect you with top leaders in art, business, and ministry to build you up and encourage you al...

226 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Pondering with Purpose: A Primer on Journaling

19 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever thought about starting a journal but didn’t know where to start or even if it's worth your time? Well, if there is ...

225 - The Science of Healing: A Conversation with Dr. Darlene Mayo

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textDid you know:Your thoughts physically create pathways in your brainYour actual physical heart has brain cells around it tied to your ide...

224 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Finding Your Unique Artistic Style

12 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever wondered how to discover and cultivate your unique creative voice as an artist? Or more importantly, why this is even an i...

223 - A Holy Hybrid: A Message from Matt Tommey

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textBob Dylan said it best years ago, "the times they are a-changin." That was certainly true back in the 1960s, and it's cer...

222 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Online Comments vs. Authentic Community

05 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textDo you ever feel overwhelmed at times with Instagram, Facebook, Tic Toc, Club House, Linked In and all of the different social media pla...

221 - Chaos Can't: A Conversation with Allen Arnold

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textThis week I welcome back a frequent visitor to the podcast, Allen Arnold. Allen is back to talk about his new book, Chaos Can’t. In th...

220 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Overcoming the Fear of Stepping Out

29 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textSo many artists are being held back from their full potential because they are scared to step out and do something they’ve never done....

219 - Walking in Favor Revisited: A Conversation with Jan Tetsuatani

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textJan Tetsutani is no stranger to our podcast listeners. Hailing from the great state of Hawaii, Jan has been a long time member of my Cre...

218 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Knowing You're On the Right Track in 2021

22 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever wondered how you can know if you are on the right track and following God’s best for your life? Well in my blog and in t...

217 - Sing with Colour Revisited: A Conversation with Kate Green

19 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textMy guest today is back for a return visit here to the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast. Kate Green as a fabulous painter from Great Bri...

216 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Rebooting Your Life for 2021

15 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textSometimes in life, we just need a reboot. And after the year we all had in 2020, now is a great time to hit the reset button in life.  ...

215 - Called To Be An Artistic Ambassador : A Conversation with Tim Bhajjan

12 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode of the Thriving Christian Artists Podcast, I’m excited to introduce you to a friend of mine, Tim Bhajjan. Tim is an ar...

214 - 5-Minute Mentoring: The Biggest Thing Holding You Back in 2021

08 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textEven though we’ve just come through one of the hardest years any of us have ever lived through, there could be something huge holding ...

213 - Willing to Say Yes: A Conversation with Denise Mitchell

05 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textMy guest today on the podcast is my friend and fellow artist Denise Mitchell. Denise is a member of my Created to Thrive Artist Mentorin...

A Very Special Merry Christmas!

25 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this quick episode, Matt shares a heartfelt thank you to all the listeners of the podcast, wishing them a Merry Christmas and a prosp...

212 - 5-Minute Mentoring: When Fear Overwhelms

18 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textDoes fear ever get a hold of you so hard that you just can’t function?  When this happens, do you ever feel stuck, not knowing what t...

211 - Setting Kingdom-Driven Goals: A Conversation with Shae Bynes

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textI have one of my favorite people in the world back with us on this week's episode of the Thriving Christian Artist podcast. Shae By...

210 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Finding Your Unique Voice As An Artist

11 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever wondered how to find your unique style as an artist?  A lot of people wonder that, and we are going to jump in and give y...

209 - Facebook Ads Made Simple: A Conversation with Andrea Vahl

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textRunning ads on Facebook and Instagram just seems to overwhelm so many people. And with so many artists trying to pivot to online sales a...

208 – 5-Minute Mentoring: Can My Art Become an Idol?

04 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textYou know, if you love making art as much as I do, it’s really easy to wonder, “Hey!  Is my love of art and creating art crowding ou...

207 - The 3 Chairs: A Conversation with Leif Hetland

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textYou are in for a really special treat in this episode of the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast. Leif Hetland is a forerunner in modern-d...

206 - When Anxiety Strikes: A Conversation with Jason & Dena Hobbs

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode of the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, I’m joined by Jason & Dena Hobbs. Jason and Dena are very familiar with ...

205 – 5-Minute Mentoring: Is This The Holy Spirit or Is It Me?

20 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever wondered how to tell when the Holy Spirit is guiding you and working with you in your art or when you are trying to do it ...

204 - Exploring Family, Faith & Film: A Conversation with Frank & Kathleen Monteleone

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textI am so excited about my guests this week. Frank and Kathleen Monteleone are incredible actors, producers, and filmmakers who are doing ...

203 – 5-Minute Mentoring: Overcoming the Fear Of What Others Think

13 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textOne of the questions I get from artists all the time is, “Matt, how do I get over the fear of what other people think about my life an...

202 - Glass, Glamor & God: A Conversation with Amy Haid

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down for a conversation with my great friend, Amy Haid. Amy is a glass artist and has been a member of my Created...

201 – 5-Minute Mentoring: Do I Really Need a Website?

06 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textWith all the opportunities we have today to promote art and connect with buyers via social media, is a website really something you need...

200 - The 200th Episode! A Celebration with Matt Tommey

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textThis week, we celebrate the release of my 200th podcast episode. Whether you're a faithful listener, past guest, or question contri...

199 – 5-Minute Mentoring: Cultivating Artistic Inspiration

30 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textDo you ever wonder how to keep the inspiration going when you are feeling just a little creatively dry?  Well, a lot of people struggle...

198 - Effective Leveraging for Growth: A Conversation with Carolyn Edlund

27 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode of the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, I’m joined by a friend of mine that you’re just going to love, Carolyn Edl...

197 – 5-Minute Mentoring: Taking Fear Captive

23 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textDo you ever find yourself struggling, out of the blue, with anxiety, or jealousy, or insecurity? I know I do, and in this episode of 5-M...

196 - Reconciliation + Revival: A Conversation with Josh Clemons

20 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textI think this might be one of the most important podcasts that I’ve ever done. In this episode, I’ll be joined by my new friend Josh ...

195 – 5-Minute Mentoring: Pro Tips for Successful Gallery Submissions

16 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever wanted to know just what it takes to get into an art gallery? I get asked about this all the time, and in this episode of ...

194 - Mind-Based Mood Management: A Conversation with Casey Corbin

13 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIn this episode of the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast, I’m joined once again by my good friend Casey Corbin. Casey is back to talk ...

193 – 5-Minute Mentoring: Becoming an Artist Influencer

09 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textSo everybody wants to be an “influencer” these days, right? The lure of followers, the excitement of sharing your passion with thous...

192 - The Sound of Life's Unspeakable Beauty: A Conversation with Janet Gesme

06 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textFew books in my life have affected me as much as the one that I’m going to introduce to you today. It's called “The Sound of Li...

191– 5-Minute Mentoring: Different Results Require Different Actions

02 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textDo you want different results in life but still find yourself doing the same things you've always done? A lot of us have done that ...

190 - Restoring the Gold in Your Life: A Conversation with Phillip Ortiz

29 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textI love it when God surprises us, especially when we think we have life all figured out. That was Phillip Ortiz’s story.  In fact, he...

189 – 5-Minute Mentoring: Time Management Isn't About Time

25 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textDo you ever struggle with the lack of time and feeling like you just can't get everything done?  It’s pretty common for most art...

188 - Transformational Provision: A Conversation with Trent and Kate Freeman

22 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textFor 25+ years, Trent worked as an artist. Did his best every year and yet continued to struggle financially. He was doing everything he ...

187 – 5-Minute Mentoring: It's Never Too Early to Lay the Foundation

18 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you been dreaming about starting your own art business but are stuck wondering when the right time to start laying the foundation f...

186 - Poetic Paintings - Art with a Story: A Conversation with Laura Brady

15 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textLaura was looking for more than just art marketing ideas. In fact, she’d always believed there was more to being an artist but just d...

185 – 5-Minute Mentoring: Quickly Responding to God’s Voice

11 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textDo you ever drag your feet when it comes to responding to God? I know a lot of us struggle with that from time to time, but it doesn’t...

184 – Capturing Life En Plein Air: A Conversation with Gabriel Stockton

08 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHow do you go from being a Lyft driver to being a thriving artist in the Kingdom of God? Well, that's the story of my guest today, ...

183 – 5-Minute Mentoring: Renaissance or Revival?

04 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textYou know a lot of people are talking about a new art renaissance that seems to be emerging around the world. That’s pretty awesome! Bu...

182 - Above the Clouds: A Conversation with Marguerite Anglin

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textI've got a great friend and member of my Created to Thrive Artist Mentoring Program, Marguerite Anglin, joining us for this episode...

181 - 5 Minute Mentoring: The Art of Subtraction: Unleashing the Power of No

28 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever wished you could have a clear, focused, no drama kind of life? Well, in this episode of 5-Minute Mentoring, I’m going to...

Welcome to The Thriving Christian Artist Podcast!

25 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textWelcome to the Thriving Christian Artist Podcast.  I’m really glad you’re here and I wanted to take just a second to let you know t...

180 - Facebook Groups 101: A Conversation with Sandra De Freitas

25 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever struggled with building community online using Facebooks Groups?  Well ever since Facebook made a big pivot towards group...

179 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Pricing Your Artwork with Confidence

21 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textDo you struggle with pricing and often feel like you’re underpricing your artwork?  It’s actually pretty common among artists, but ...

178 - 5 Key Strategies for Selling Your Artwork In Today’s World with Matt Tommey

18 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textIs it still possible to sell art in the world today? In the middle of everything that is currently going on in the world with this pande...

177 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Can Art Be Your Side Hustle?

14 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textDo you have a full-time job but you’d love to make money on the side to supplement your income?  That’s the case for a lot of peopl...

176 - Succeeding with Pinterest: A Conversation with Meagan Williamson

11 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever wondered how, or even if, you can use Pinterest to promote and grow your art business? For so many people, Pinterest can j...

175 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Selling Art in Your Local Area

07 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Send us a textHave you ever struggled with selling your art in your local area? Lots of artists do. I’m going to talk about some solutions that will...