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“Created to Thrive on Art & Faith Conversations” Podcast
I recently had the great pleasure to sit down for a wonderful conversation with my friend, Libby John who hosts the “Art & Faith Conversations” podcast. We talked about my new book, Created to Thrive along with alot of the back story that has brought me to where I am today as an artist. Listen…
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Case Study #6: Tina Lawver
What was your life as an artist like before becoming a member of the Artist Mentoring Program? What was your biggest roadblock?I struggle with a lack of confidence as an artist and as a person in general. What prompted you to become a part of the Artist Mentoring Program? Specifically, what were you looking for?I…
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Case Study #5: Mary Edwards
What was your life as an artist like before becoming a member of the Artist Mentoring Program? What was your biggest roadblock?I’d been “breaking through”, winning awards, selling my large paintings for over $1000. Six mos. before joining the Matt’s mentoring group, I dropped it all to be a caregiver, prayer warrior, & patient advocate…
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Case Study #4: Olivia Alexander
Olivia Alexander is an award-winning, Australian acrylic / mixed-media artist and has been a part of the Created to Thrive Artist Mentoring Program for over 4 months. This is her story… What was your life as an artist like before becoming a member of the Artist Mentoring Program? What was your biggest roadblock?I’d experienced moderate…
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Case Study #3: Dionne White
What was your life as an artist like before becoming a member of the Artist Mentoring Program? What was your biggest roadblock?I have been a creative all my life. I’m gifted in many areas and mediums. I tried other creative business ventures but nothing ever stuck. I always seemed to get labeled Hobbyist or Crafter.…
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Case Study #2: Deborah Nell
Deborah Nell is an acrylic artist who has been a part of Created to Thrive for over 9 months. This is her story. What was your life as an artist like before becoming a member of the Artist Mentoring Program? What was your biggest roadblock?I was doing OK as an artist but in a way…
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Case Study #1: Donna Arnold
Donna Arnold is a mixed media artist who’s been a part of the Created to Thrive Artist Mentoring Program for over 9 months. This is her story. What was your life as an artist like before becoming a member of the Artist Mentoring Program? What was your biggest roadblock? I had a full career as a…
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Thriving: The Power of Convergence
I’ve encountered many artists over the years who really struggle with stepping into thriving because they don’t understand one foundational concept: convergence. Thriving isn’t simply doing one or two things well, but rather doing the right things well at the same time, over time. Although that might seem like a juggling act – and it…
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What if Your Art is Just for Your Refrigerator?
I was talking to a friend the other day who happens to be quite an accomplished artist and a real spiritual father to many creatives around the world. We were chatting about our mutual passion to help artists thrive and, knowing I work with many hobbyist and emerging artists, posed the following question: “How do…