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Creative entrepreneur, Jess Kovic shares intimate confessions about her real real life struggle and success as an artist putting her work out into the world. Opening yourself up to display your passion is scary and can hold even the most talented artists back. We’re a fragile bunch. Get the dish on exhibiting, vendors, money talk and embarrassing tales of a creative in business. We’re name dropping here people. This podcast reveals all of her tips and tricks while figuring them out in real time so you don’t have to. In a world of Instagram highlights, many creatives share only the polished final products but rarely the hard lessons learned to get there either out of perfectionism OR fear of competition. But there’s enough room for all of us to fail forward together!
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Check out my Patreon - A royalty free stock asset service!https://www.patreon.com/jesskovicGet the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:https://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/70Sign up for my newsletter and get FREE digital wallpapers from one of my latest patterns, MOON DANCE hereDon’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen to so you never miss an episode! You’ll get each one downloaded right to your device every Monday it comes out. This is a great way to...
This week I dragged my husband, willingly, on the show to not only reminisce about our recent road trip through Utah but to chat about some of our joint hobbies together. Particularly the latest, 3D printing. That's right, we bought a 3D printer. Between my designs and his technical no how we decided to dive in and attempt to make some cool stuff. We're still learning, but we wanted to share where we're at with all of you. Have a listen and then hit us up with all of your 3D printing ti...
This week I had the honor and pleasure of chatting with the accomplished designer, illustrator and my pal Kurtis Schureman of the Marrow lifestyle brand. I got to hear all about how he started his online store, selling his designs on apparel and accessories. I also got to pick his brain on how he's been able to establish a brand that is purposeful and full of substance. Check it out and definitely connect with Kurtis on the socials, he's a super cool dude. Tell him I sent ya ;)Visit the Marro...
I've recently been relying on my iPhone pro for some important photo projects so I wanted to share some of my tips and tricks to make the most out of mobile photography. I also ran into a very annoying mishap using the Lightroom Mobile app that I just have to share to caution the world and hopefully save some technical headaches. Get ready, it's story time! Check out my Patreon - A royalty free stock asset service! https://www.patreon.com/jesskovicGet the full episodes show notes for all of t...
It's a hot holiday season this year! At least it's gonna be. This year has been different in a lot of ways, that much I don't have to tell you. But what I will tell you this week is that I've been focusing on getting my online store holiday ready. I was inspired by the ladies of The Product Boss Podcast to get in gear earlier this year, because...well 2020. Here how I'm preparing and how it might help your own selling season.Check out my Patreon - A royalty free stock asset service! http...
Check it out!https://www.patreon.com/jesskovicGet the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:https://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/66Sign up for my newsletter and get FREE digital wallpapers from one of my latest patterns, MOON DANCE hereDon’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen to so you never miss an episode! You’ll get each one downloaded right to your device every Monday it comes out. This is a great way to support the show :)If you like what you hear...
It's been about 2 and a half I've revisited the logo and branding for my online store. It's time for a face lift. This week I'm giving you the inside scoop on why I'm mixing it up and how I went about designing the new logo. Get the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:https://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/64Sign up for my newsletter and get FREE digital wallpapers from one of my latest patterns, MOON DANCE hereDon’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen ...
This week I'm sharing my experience in the photography industry and how I have pivoted within the industry. There are so many ways to to craft a creative career. Wanted to share the options. Additionally, I touched on my new Redbubble store in which I have leveraged my designs ons masks in an established print on demand platform.My new Redbubble store!jesskovic.redbubble.comGet the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:https://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/64Sign up for...
Last week I had my very first virtual music recital over Zoom and this week I'm here to tell the tale. It was a little bit different, a little bit weird and a little bit cool. On this week's episode I'm sharing my experience, how I prepared, what it was like and how I felt about it. In these crazy times, I'm leaning on my creative outlets and we gotta make it happen. So Zoom it is! Be sure to check the show notes on my site in the link below to really be in the know how it went ;)Get the full...
I've been in the throws of updating my portfolio website and have begun my journey into list building and email marketing. As artists, we mostly want to focus on the craft and create. As entrepreneurs, we still have to strategize the growth of our small (for now) business. List building is named as one of the top ways to cultivate and nurture your audience relationship. The sooner you start, the sooner you can start seeing real engagement. This week I'm sharing the tools that I'm using to sta...
This week I chatted with my new friend Connor Frost, musician and music coach, about all the common reasons people default to that's holding them back from producing original music. We go deep on the excuses he's heard time and time again and Connor shares his tips on how to just get started. You can connection with Connor on his website AND get hooked up with a FREE checklist and guide on how to start and finish a new song!https://www.connorfrost.com/confessionsConnect with Connor and his ba...
This week I've been inspired by the incredible art that has come out of the Black Lives Matter movement as well as art and graphics that have developed from the global pandemic. I'm sharing some examples in modern history were creativity has had an impact and made a statement for similarly important issues.Get the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:http://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/60We're also continuing with weekly drawing prompts. Have a listen and check out th...
Injustice is rampant in our country specifically affecting the black community. We're in a movement of change to a better and more inclusive society, but it's gonna take all of us to speak up and start to right the wrongs of our history and present. This extends into the art community as a disporportionate amount of black artists are being taking advantage of, disrespected and are victims of constant art theft. Today I share 2 recent stories that came through my radar. Check it out and pay at...
This is a short episode this week in light of recent events. Just wanted to touch base in a very emotional time. Please stay active in the fight for justice for all, but be safe/smart in the ever present pandemic and through everyone be kind to one another. Black Lives Matter.I have created this design/T-shirt inspired by the brave protesters across the nation. "Disrupt the Status Quo to Erupt Real Growth"https://sugarbunch.store/collections/new-stuff/products/disrupt-short-sleeve-unisex-t-sh...
This week I'm joined by my accountability partners and fellow surface pattern designers Skye McNeill and Megan Stringfellow. We recently completed the 2020 Immersion online course on the business of Surface Pattern Design from Bonnie Christine. We invite you to join in on one of our accountability sessions as we go over our experience with the course and share our journeys within the industry. Connect with Megan Stringfellow: https://linktr.ee/stringfellowartInstagram: @stringfellowartConnect...
Another week for Musical May as I had my friend Ricky Hayberg on to chat about his time touring with bands, working within the music industry and taking everyone opportunity as it arose that led him to his career in YouTube and video production. Connect with Ricky and Internet Today!https://twitter.com/rickyftwInternet Today on YouTubeGet the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:http://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/56We're also continuing with weekly drawing prompts. H...
Musical May continues with my guest this week, Joe Balaguer of Balaguer Guitars shares how he started his business, his passion for guitars and how the 2 go hand and hand in building a thriving company. Connect with Joe and Balaguer Guitars!https://www.balaguerguitars.com/https://www.instagram.com/balaguerguitars/We're also continuing with weekly drawing prompts. Have a listen and check out the full show notes for this weeks prompt to play along. You can see all of my own versions of the...
As a new month is upon us, I'm starting a Musical May series! All this month we'll have music themed episodes. To kick off Musical May I asked my music teacher, Hayley Mandel, who I've been taking lessons from for the past couple years. As Hayley is a talented artist spanning across multiple areas of the music industry we go deep on the importance of developing your whole self and not just your art. In this episode we cover self care, finding your voice and you'll even get a progress report f...
Today I'm joined by a special guest, my husband and fellow creative Adam Kovic, to talk about how we've been getting on during this unique time. Art through adversity has driven some new creative projects that we wouldn't otherwise have the time to pursue. We invite you to listen in our our everyday lives. Connect with Adam Kovic with the links below!Funhaus on Youtubehttps://www.instagram.com/adamkovic/https://twitter.com/adamkovic/We're also continuing with weekly drawing prompts. Have a li...
Continuing my exploration of defining a signature style, I asked my friend and accomplished artist Isaac Hastings of IH Squared to come on and share his perspective. Isaac is a designer and illustrator focusing on apparel graphics, which has played a role in shaping his signature style.Connect with Isaac Hastings of IH Squared with the links below!https://www.ihsquared.com/https://www.instagram.com/ihsquared/We're also continuing with weekly drawing prompts. Have a listen and check out the fu...
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