The Artist Business Plan

Finding Magic in NOT Being the Main Event with Projection Designer Camilla Tassi

When she was in undergrad, Camilla Tassi majored in music and computer science. But when graduation came around, she was torn between two paths: either she accept a ful

Find Free Money in Your Taxes with Artist-Accountant Hannah Cole

If tax season stresses you out, trust me, you've got to listen to this interview with working painter and accountant Hannah Cole. Yes, you read that correctly – Hannah i

From Dentist to Artist: Dr Brent Estabrook on Business Partnerships & Growing Your Social Media

"I ask artists... are you really business minded? And if they say no, then I tell them you have to find someone who is." In this episode, we revisit our 2021 conversatio

Failing Up: Photographer Ambe J Williams Wants You to Fall in Love With a Hobby

Before she became a photographer, Ambe J Williams was devoted to acting. She was juggling on-stage work with odd jobs in the New York City catering industry when she real

How to Write Better Grant Applications with NYFA Arts Manager Kelly Olshan

In this episode, we revisit our 2023 conversation with visual artist and arts manager Kelly Olshan. She shares her tips on how to take advantage of the resources provided

Failing Up: Actor Jason Gotay on Revisiting Your High School Vision of Success

When Superfair curator Sharone Halevy was in high school, success meant fame, money, and Broadway. Looking back, she thinks she may have been blinded by ambition. "I wa

Failing Up: How 'That Didn't Work' Became 'That's the Way' for Sharon Halevy

"We love stories and we love books and we love movies and we love theatre because we're watching people fail. We're watching people try to succeed, and when they do, it's

Muralist Sandeep Johal on Breaking Barriers with Gratitude

"It's never too late to change your life. There is no statute of limitations on your dreams." In this episode, we revisit our 2021 conversation with muralist & visual ar

Kevin Champeny on Building Partnerships That Scale Your Art Business

For much of his working life, Kevin Champeny has operated in the shadows. He was a tradesman, sculpting products ranging from over-the-counter tablets to Obama's cereal b

How Online Art Classes Activated Emily Bourassa's Illustrating Career

Emily Bourassa was in her late thirties when she began identifying as an artist. But she was critical of her abilities. To become more comfortable and confident with her

From The Cutting Room Floor: Bonus Bits From Our 10 Years of Superfair Episode

Listen to hear Superfair's Alex Mitow, James Miille, and Sharone Halevy talk about: -recent favorite art experiences -ways for artist entrepreneurs to feel more confide

A Decade of Breaking Barriers in the Art Industry

Happy 10th birthday to the Superfair! In this episode, co-founders Alex Mitow and James Miille reveal the origin story of the Superfair. In conversation with lead curato

Love the Old Cringey Version of Yourself with Hannah Johnson

Social media is essential to operating an art business. But how do you post with a voice that's authentic and also strategic? On this episode of the Artist Business Plan

Stop Waiting to Be Discovered by a Gallery with Alicia Puig

Stop waiting to be discovered and discover your own potential. In this episode, we revisit our 2021 conversation with Alicia Puig. She shares straightforward, actionable

Stop Obsessing Over Followers and Start Engaging Your Audience with Lauren Spangler

"Exposure is critical for the creative career, and I would say connection is critical for the creative spirit. They're both important in different ways." - Lauren Spang

Using Software to Transform Quick Connections Into Art Collectors with Andy Fowler

In this episode, co-host James Miille speaks with the CEO behind his software secret. For years, James has used a digital tool to organize the interactions he's made in h

Attracting Customers Instead of Chasing Them with Carolyn Edlund

In this episode of The Artist Business Plan we revisit our 2021 conversation with artist advisor, Carolyn Edlund. She shares her tips for forging strategic alliances, a

Artists CAN Make Money with Stephanie Sachs

In this episode of the Artist Business Plan we sit down with Stephanie Sachs to talk about foundations for artists' success. Learn about focusing your earnings and fuelin

Maximize Studio and Gallery Visits with Josh Kasper

In this episode of the Artist Business Plan we sit down with Josh Kasper to talk about maximizing artist studio visits. Learn about his interviewing process and having me

Too Much of A Good Thing with Marina Granger

In this episode of the Artist Business Plan we sit down with Marina Granger to talk about adapting in an ever-changing market. Learn about staying on trend and pivoting y