An Artist's Journey Podcast Malcolm Dewey

What top struggles are artist's having? What has been working for me in marketing, sales and creativity as a full time artist? I chat about these and share a few tips, thoughts and ideas for going forward in 2020.

How can art be used for healing and finding purpose? Kristy-Lea Tritz of Strokes of Hope tells us about how her community does just that. Find out how she got started, what motivates her to teach and how you can join too.

John Bardos is the man behind Bundles for Good. This initiative helps artists to publish their courses in a huge bundle. A large part of the proceeds goes to support charity. John talks about how artists can join the project. We also hear about how John and his family have simplified their life to escape from materialism and the nine-to-five life. Not to be missed. Find out more details about Bundles for Good on my website at malcolmdeweyfineart.com. Also contact John at Art.Bundlesforgood.com.

Is an art degree, or any college degree, worth the outlay? Are skills more important than a fine art degree? Plus I take a look at recent findings on Instagram marketing engagement, or lack thereof. Plus what channel is challenging for first prize as online marketing's most effective platform.

Marketing your art in 2019? This episode follows on episode 36 to see what marketing channels are still doing great things. Is video getting bigger? What social media is rocking right now? These are my experiences so yours may differ. But maybe there are a few marketing tips you can use too.

What are the first steps to taking your art from hobby to professional? Especially as a new career move or side-project? A few thoughts based on my own experiences. There is not perfect road and everyone faces different challenges. These tips and ideas are more universal and can help beginners take the next step in their art journey.