The 7 Sweetest Things Being "A Creative" Has Taught Me
The Collective IS OPEN! This space was created to help Artists, Photographers, Designers, Makers, Illustrators, Writers -- ALL CREATIVES -- thrive.
If you sell your beautiful work (or hope to sell more of it), this membership is for you.
All the details HERE / $39 / Doors open through 9.12.24
The Artist's Path To Success // a FREE and super beautiful & reassuring workbook
The Artist's Path To Success QUIZ // an adorable 2-minute quiz for you
And now, the 7 Sweetest Things Being "A Creative" Has Taught Me
Your creativity might first show up in your life as curiosity — study, learn, read, take classes, courses
The thing that makes you good at creating your art is also the thing that makes you good at running a business
I am the most dependable person in my life, and as the one creating both my art and my business, I know that I can depend on BOTH because I know that I can depend on myself
The market for my creative work is infinitely larger than my ability to create the work
People want to see my work. In their homes. In their lives. Every day. Shocker. I know. Lol
Talking about my work to others does feel scary and makes my little introverted heart want to crawl into a little hole, but it’s also so extremely fun, rewarding, and fulfilling
I am capable of wearing 50 different hats — but which ones really look best on me? Aka fit my skill-set and desires best? And how can I let go of the things that don’t fit me best?
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The Secret to End-Of-Year Success // My Goal Check-In
It's time! Today, we’re having a conversation about goals. Yes, in the middle of the year. This is the best time to check in and see how your goals are progressing and what you want for the rest of the year (especially before the holiday season takes hold).
In this episode, I'm checking in on my goals for 2024; many of which I have achieved, but many I didn't. We'll discuss what to do when you realize you're not reaching your goals or need to adjust some expectations. Enjoy, my sweeties!
As always, please leave a rating and comment below!
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The Non-Toxic, Healthy Studio Guide // www.emilyjeffords.myflodesk.com/jme7kfx6fl
My art // www.EmilyJeffords.com
Write a letter to be read on air // https://www.emilyjeffordslearn.com/podcast
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Retreats, Creativity, and Collaboration with My Art Bestie Tanya Val
Join us in Joshua Tree // September 14-17th // just a couple spots left!
All the details for the retreat can be found here.
This is a delicious talk about creativity, friendship, and what you can create when collaborating with someone you admire and trust.
Tanya Val is an artist and plant shop owner living in Anchorage Alaska. She is one of the most WILDLY talented humans I know. Seriously, just visit her site to see.
We have been working and traveling together for years, created some of the most beautiful retreats ever seen, and are writing a book together!
But in this conversation, you are going to hear about SO much more than just our professional work. We share our heart, passion, and love for our creative work and our shared (and very deep) passion for creating with nature.
We're also hilarious. We think. :)
Helpful links:
Creating With Nature Retreats: creatingwithnature.art
Tanya's Instagram: @tanya.val
Tanya's Website: TanyaVal.com
The Do It For The Process Website where you can submit a letter or question to be read "on air."
Please consider leaving a rating and review
This helps me keep going and flowing and I love them so so much.
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Want to Create Better Work? This is the FIRST Step
The Collective Opens on May 30th! This is the most transformative place for Artists to grow their studios and practices because we normalize the success of Creatives. There are so many training and lessons in there so you can find success in your work a little more easily and gently.
Go visit the Nature and Silk Scarf Collection I mentioned at the end of this episode! It will be available Thursday at 2:00pm est.
This episode is a bit vulnerable and took a lot of inner work to even get to the place where I can talk about this so confidently and from tried and true experience. Thank you for being the most generous and kind audience. It is a delight to share my experiences and story with you.
This summer, work towards feeling safe, healthy, and whole in your creative practice. It will pay off in multitudes in your creative work and the output you are able to step into.
I'm cheering for you.
xo,
Emily
emilyjeffords.com
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How To Blend Creativity & Motherhood (if you want to)
This episode is SO precious (stay til the end to hear my whole heart MELT). I sat down with two of the most beautiful parents/artists I know and we talked about balancing, blending, and maintaining your whole self and your studio practice while also being a mother.
Hint: balance is a juggling act, everything comes back around, you are capable of SO much more than you imagine, and also you don't have to do anything at all but love yourself and love your kid(s).
Please let me know what comes up for you as you listen! You can always reach me at [email protected]
Meet Cait and Skye!
Caitlyn Zarate is my Program Manager and keeps Making Art Work and The Collective (and so much more) running smoothly so that I can be an artist and mother! Visit Caitlyn on Instagram.
Skye Como Miller is our Community Support Queen. If you've felt a warm glow from our community, emails, or social media, it probably had Skye's touch! Check out Skye's Instagram and Website
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