Level Up Artists

On this episode we interview Raleigh based figurative painter, Ashley Harrington. We talk about developing your style as a self taught artist, becoming aware of your self awareness, embracing the exc…

In today's episode, we dive into the intriguing and potentially controversial intersection of AI and artistic expression. We brainstorm AI's role in the creative process and our ability to use it as …

On this episode we interview Charlotte based artist Angela Lubinecky. We talk about using art to spread joy in your community, following what makes you happy, leveraging local events to network, shar…

Money is top of mind for any entrepreneur so in today’s episode we discuss how to save money in your art practice. Whether you're a seasoned creator, or just starting on your journey, we are going to…

On this episode we interview Artist and Paper Sculptor Michael Velliquette. We talk about discovering paper as a complex creative medium, exploring where present and permanence intersect, pursuing op…

Today's episode is dedicated to the young emerging artists in our community! Being an artist isn't just about creating pretty pictures or sculptures—it's a lifelong journey filled with exploration, g…

On this episode we interview Triangle ArtWorks ArtSwell Education Director, Cynthia Deis, about a challenge that many artists struggle with… Pricing! Are you pricing your work correctly? How do you d…

On this episode we interview Durham, NC based sculptural artist Eliza Redmann. We talk about her experience as a person with a brain injury and her artwork, pivoting from architecture into full time …

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…

What are the core unifiers that make your artwork uniquely yours? That is what we cover in today’s episode! Whether it's visual elements, conceptual threads, crafting a marketing narrative, or ventur…

There are many hidden costs when running your own business, but what do you truly need to prioritize? In this episode we talk about the hidden financial costs of your art business, evaluating which a…

The new year is the perfect time to set goals for your art business. But where do you begin? On today’s episode, we will be sharing some of the most important areas we look at every year in order to …

We are excited to announce the launch of four Level Up Artists Course Modules at LevelUpArtists.com! After talking a lot about how we can better share forward the advice and business lessons we have …

It’s a new year, but what should your goals be for 2024? In this episode we share our 2024 goals in regard to marketing, exposure, our art making practices, income stream shifts, personal goals, as w…

Feeling FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) in the art world is inevitable and all artists face it at one point or another. In this episode we are going to unpack this feeling by talking about the comparison …

The holidays are different for everyone – they can be joyous or they can be difficult. We want to strike a balance between the art making, and the art business, while also balancing family gatherings…

Art workshops can be a GREAT way for artists to learn something new, get out of their own head, and switch up their creative routine! But with all of the workshops and online classes that are out the…

For many creatives, our relationship with our art making practice can change over time. In today’s episode we talk about maintaining art as a hobby, the shift that occurs when you turn your art into …

On this episode we share our experiences with murals, how we got started and what we've learned so far. We discuss upsides and potential hurdles, tips and tricks we've learned from our own projects, …

On this episode we interview emerging artist, Jalen Jackson. We talk about his experience as Artspace’s first HBCU Artist in Residence, the rewarding frustrations of figurative painting, unpacking qu…