Synopsis
Beyond the Studio is a podcast about the business of being an artist, brought to you by hosts Amanda Adams and Nicole Mueller.
Episodes
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Josh Cochran talks Self-Discovery, Pushing Creative Within Client Work, and Using Routine to Stay Grounded
03/02/2022 Duration: 01h22minHear more from Josh on how being in touch with his past informs his work and sense of self, balancing work as a freelance illustrator, teacher, and muralist, how he continually introduces variety and experimentation into professional projects, and the small daily routines that keep him grounded. Listener Spotlight @beyondthestudio beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson
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Marcus Maddox talks Materializing Your Inner Vision, Staying Curious, and Supporting a Creative Practice
27/01/2022 Duration: 01h28minHear more from Marcus on getting his start photographing musicians in Nashville, normalizing day jobs on the road to becoming a full-time freelance photographer, chronicling different chapters of youth with moves to Philadelphia and New York, how he remains curious, and focused on materializing his inner vision. Listener Spotlight @beyondthestudio beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson
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Katty Huertas talks Freelance Illustration, the Importance of Professionalism, and Carving out Space for Rest and Creative Outlets
20/01/2022 Duration: 01h09minHear more from Katty on getting started as a freelance illustrator, practical advice learned from working on the other side as an art director and editorial designer, why she’s holding onto her day job, and how to make space for creative outlets when your passion is your profession. Listener Spotlight @beyondthestudio beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson
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Se Jong Cho talks Art and Science, Embracing All Aspects of Identity, and Pursuing Your Curiosities
13/01/2022 Duration: 01h16minHear more from Se Jong on rediscovering painting while pursuing her PhD in environmental engineering, discovering the unique intersections between art and science, embracing all her interests as a core part of her identity, and the need for more cross-disciplinary collaboration. Listener Spotlight @beyondthestudio beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson
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Katie Pumphrey talks Connecting with Collectors, Experimenting In and Out of the Studio, and Diving in Head First
06/01/2022 Duration: 01h16minHear more from Katie on balancing both the business and artistic sides of career growth simultaneously, navigating the roller coaster of being a full-time artist, making it easy for people to collect her work while forming genuine connections with collectors and galleries, and diving in head first when it comes to experimenting in and outside of the studio. Listener Spotlight @beyondthestudio beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson
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Looking Back and Looking Forward
30/12/2021 Duration: 52minHear more from Amanda & Nicole on where the podcast is headed in 2022, takeaways from our current season, and redefining what it means to have conversations "beyond the studio" when work and life are so intertwined for artists. Listener Spotlight @beyondthestudio beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson
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Nicole Mueller talks Managing Large-Scale Projects, Pricing Commissions, and Leaving Behind a Day Job
23/12/2021 Duration: 01h19minHear more from co-host Nicole Mueller on pricing strategies for commissioned work, managing the logistics of large-scale projects, making the transition to becoming a full-time painter, and the importance of financial transparency in the arts. Listener Spotlight @beyondthestudio beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson
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Amanda Adams talks Mental Health, Setting Healthier Boundaries, and Aligning Your Business with Personal Values
16/12/2021 Duration: 01h11minHear more from co-host Amanda on learning to prioritize mental health as a creative small business owner, how she’s shifting the business model of Close Call Studio to create better work-life boundaries, setting new expectations for customers, and injecting more humanity into her business. Listener Spotlight @beyondthestudio beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson
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... And We're Back!
09/12/2021 Duration: 13minListener Spotlight @beyondthestudio beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson
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Beyond the Studio Trailer
09/12/2021 Duration: 02minIf you're new to Beyond the Studio here's a list of great episodes to get you started! "Amanda Adams talks Mental Health, Setting Healthier Boundaries, and Aligning Your Business with Personal Values" "Nicole Mueller talks Managing Large-Scale Projects, Pricing Commissions, and Leaving Behind a Day Job" "Amy Whitaker talks Using Business as a Tool, Building Equity in the Arts, and Re-Inventing the Art Market" "Abdu Ali talks Self-Empowerment, Reclaiming Permission, and Staying Fluid to Support Community" "Dexter Wimberly & Heather Bhandari talk Rebuilding the Infrastructure of the Art World, Expanding Definitions of Value, and the First Virtual Art World Conference" "Amanda & Nicole talk Gratitude, Paying Off Debt, and Their Journeys Since Starting the Podcast" "Jessica Lee talks Legal Issues, Art Copyright, and the Art of Negotiation" "William Deresiewicz talks Art and Economics, the Rise and Fall of the Professional Artist, and the Influence of Big Tech" Listener Spotlight
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We'll Be Right Back
11/03/2021 Duration: 05minWe're taking a brief break to try to restore some balance in our own lives but we'll be back soon! @beyondthestudio beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson
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BTS x Meow Wolf - Caity Kennedy talks the Power of Showing Up, Learning through Doing, and Embracing the Unknown
04/03/2021 Duration: 01h16minHear more from Caity on how she got involved with Meow Wolf, the DIY artist collective turned multi-million dollar art enterprise, the power of showing up, learning through doing, building a successful business while redefining corporate structures, and continually embracing the unknown. @beyondthestudio beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson
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Lorne M. Buchman talks the Future of Art and Design Colleges, Rethinking the Model, and the Changing Landscape of Higher Education
25/02/2021 Duration: 01h11minHear more from Lorne on the shifts happening in higher education, how art and design colleges are responding to the financial challenges of the pandemic, rethinking the model in order to increase sustainability, access, and affordability, and what organizations can learn from adopting a mindset similar to that of individual artists. @beyondthestudio beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson
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Amanda and Nicole talk Creative Relationships with their partners Mike and Dave
18/02/2021 Duration: 01h15minHear more from Amanda and Nicole and their partners Mike and Dave on what it's like to be in a relationship with a fellow creative, having shared values, navigating work-life boundaries, and supporting each other's artistic pursuits. @beyondthestudio beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
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Abraham Lule talks Self-Confidence, Resisting Burnout, and Keeping the Passion Alive
11/02/2021 Duration: 01h12minHear more from Abraham on finding self-confidence, creating opportunity by showing up and staying open to possibilities, becoming a freelance designer at the start of the pandemic, working with an artist agent, and resisting burnout while keeping the passion alive. www.beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
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LIVE! Heron Arts "Chromatherapy" Panel
04/02/2021 Duration: 57minHear more from artists Erik Otto, Liz Tran, and color expert Laura Guido-Clark on the use of color in their work, the science behind it, how their experience has changed and shifted with this year, and how they're forming artistic connections despite the distance in this panel discussion, recorded live as part of Heron Arts' "Chromatherapy" exhibition. www.beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
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Part 2 - Jean Shin talks Representation, Expanding Community, and the Importance of Self-Advocacy
28/01/2021 Duration: 45minHear more from Jean on using her role as an artist to increase representation and expand definitions of community, the importance of self-advocacy, logistical challenges of realizing large-scale installations and public art projects, working with fabricators, and taking time for rest. www.beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
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Part 1 - Jean Shin talks Representation, Expanding Community, and the Importance of Self-Advocacy
21/01/2021 Duration: 41minHear more from Jean on using her role as an artist to increase representation and expand definitions of community, the importance of self-advocacy, logistical challenges of realizing large-scale installations and public art projects, working with fabricators, and taking time for rest. www.beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
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Justin Anthony talks Business Fundamentals, Standing Out to Collectors, and Protecting the Legacy of Your Work
14/01/2021 Duration: 01h15minHear more from Justin on how to improve collector relationships and sales, the business fundamentals artists should focus on to grow and sustain their careers, bringing organization to the chaos with Artwork Archive, helping artists protect the legacy of their work, and common threads of successful artists. Artwork Archive — Podcast sponsor, an all-in-one platform to run and organize your work and the most cost-effective way to manage a professional art career. Get started for under $5 / month with our exclusive discount at www.artworkarchive.com/beyond www.beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson
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Part 2 - Minku Kim talks Gallery Relationships, Maturing as an Artist, and Investing in Growth
17/12/2020 Duration: 46minHear more from Minku on navigating the New York art scene, building relationships with galleries, misconceptions behind artistic success, investing in long-term growth, and the importance of artist resale rights. www.beyondthe.studio Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Album Artwork by: David Colson

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