Level Up Artists

Sketchbooks are more than just a place to draw—they’re a pressure-free space to explore ideas, document growth, and keep your creativity flowing. In this episode, we revisit sketchbook practice with …

Saying “no” isn’t selfish—it’s one of the most powerful tools you have as a creative. In this episode, we talk about why setting boundaries can transform your business, how to spot red flags with cli…

On this episode we interview CEO and Co-Founder of We Are Limitless Studios, Brandon Bell. We talk about the importance of “just showing up”, utilizing storytelling in your art and creative process, …

Whether you’ve dealt with a difficult client before or the thought of it makes you anxious, this episode is for you! In this episode, we talk about some of the most common situations artists face whe…

Today we have a bit of a “gut punch” episode as we focus on the career minded artist mindset shift of making collectors, not just digital content. How you define success as an artist is different for…

On this episode we interview traveling muralist Natalie Robinson. We talk about embracing a vibrant and playful art style, leveraging non-paid gigs for future work, connecting with our inner child, l…

On this episode we interview photographer Matt Ramey. We talk about the importance of observing the world with curiosity, balancing a professional portfolio with a studio practice, developing resilie…

On today’s episode we slow it down for a studio update, giving you all a glimpse behind the scenes of our personal studio practices! We talk about our recent experience on the Squirrel Brain, Chickad…

On this episode we interview artist Lauren Cooper. We talk about the impact of motherhood on the creative practice, launching ghost designing services for fellow artists, using murals to bring joy in…

On this flashback episode we interview North Carolina Art Collectors, Brian Holland and Dianna Wynn. We talk about the responsibilities of being an art collector, the power of artists talking directl…

On this episode we interview Raleigh based potter Liz Kelly. We talk about developing a creative style built on contrast, embracing human’s ritualistic tendencies, leaning into process, being discipl…

On this episode we interview artist, educator, and founder of Drum for Change, Greg Whitt. We talk about pivoting a side hustle into a full time income, the power of rhythm in building community and …

On this episode we interview Melbourne-based artist, Danielle Weber, and her assistant Alessandra Di Deo. We talk about balancing muraling and canvas painting, overcoming the "starving artist" mental…

Today we celebrate 200 episodes of sharing it forward, demystifying the creative processes and exchanging ideas with career minded artists! Join us as we reflect on the past 200 episodes and share on…

In today’s episode we are pulling back the curtain on the behind-the-scenes work that fuels our art practices as we jump into 2025! We cover highlights from the Rooted Muralist Conference and how our…

[Flashback] On this episode we interview Australian visual artist, Anna Price. We talk about balancing multiple art styles, generating new income streams with art products, navigating commissions, ha…

“Getting lucky” can be a common phrase or mindset when opportunities “come out of nowhere”. But is this really the case? In today’s episode we unpack what “lucky” actually is, strategies for escaping…

PDF RESOURCE AVAILABLE! Do you need help building a social media plan for the new year? We’ve got you covered! As part of this episode we’ve created a PDF course module, available at levelupartists.c…