Yes, I'm An Artist

Helloo and welcome to episode 42 of Yes, I’m An Artist.. Starting this week off with a *TRIGGER WARNING* as we briefly chat about the passing of Alice’s dog, Sky.On the other hand it’s been pivots all round for both of us recently! Alice’s art business is going part time to make space for something new & Amber is all in on oil painting after a visit to portrait artist of the year! We also talk money mindset, the psychology behind pricing your art & a load of other pointless stories in between! We hope you enjoy the chaos.. I mean episode 😊Get in touch & let us know what you thought of this weeks episode!Alice's InstagramAmber's InstagramLINKS - Alai Ganuza On InstagramAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

Welcome to a very belated episode 41! Apologies for that, will explain everything in ep 42 😏But for now, feast your ears on what today has to offer! Alice is moving house and rethinking her whole business moving forward & Amber is buying sneaky art supplies.. Featuring a special appearance from Alice’s stomach once again, we also chat a whole lot about starting a YouTube channel, building confidence to go on camera & feeling anxiety around creativity. Enjoy! Get In Touch!Amber's Instagram Alice's InstagramLINKS - What Your First 100 Videos On YouTube Should Look Like - Channel MakersAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

It’s episode 40!! And boy are we bringing you a good’n today! Our 3rd guest, Akasha Mead lives our ideal little fairy life in a beautiful cottage in Scotland, creating art that makes her happy and foraging for mushrooms 🍄 Anyone else jealous yet?! As you probably know by now, we struggle to keep our episodes on the short side.. But how else are we supposed to fit in amazing conversations like this one?! Starting off with topics like commissions, Akasha’s evolving style of painting with soft pastels & her move from Australia to Scotland. We talk about content creation and tips for YouTube & Instagram. And then - of course, we turn the controversy dial up a notch! Sex, drugs & rock n roll? Or Hormones, Magic Mushrooms & believing in something bigger.. I shall say no more! Enjoy the episode bitches ✌🏼😘Akasha's Website, Instagram & YouTube ChannelAmber's InstagramAlice's InstagramLINKS -Eckhart Tolle on YouTube (I cant find the exact video I talk about in the episode but here's his channel!)Akasha Mead's Cottage TourAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

You know when you just need a good chat with a friend to brain dump everything on your mind? Well this is one of those weeks! Craving fun, thinking about honesty and values, people saying things that hurt, being at a crossroads, struggling to know what to post on social media, triggers, healing… Is there anything we don’t talk about in this episode?! We did feel better after recording this one, that’s for sure!Thanks so much for being here and listening to the conversations of 2 artists navigating creativity, life & business. It’s definitely been a ride so far! Join in the conversation and let us know what’s on your mind! Alice's InstagramAmber's InstagramAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

If you’re feeling creatively uninspired or just a bit blah, then you have found yourself in the right place and you should probably click ‘play’!This week we welcome our 2nd wonderful guest to the podcast - Her name is Helen Carter and there isn’t many artsy things this woman can’t do! When she feels uninspired with one style or medium, she will go and try another! Helen teaches us the benefits of not putting yourself in a box as an artist, stepping out of your comfort zone, the importance of following your creative inspiration and experimenting with different mediums and styles.Our longest episode yet to celebrate our 1st podcast Anniversary! The 3 of us are chatting all things art, social media, being a brand ambassador for a massive art brand and so much more! We hope you enjoy the episode and thank you so much for supporting us this past year, here’s to the next one! ✌🏼 GET IN TOUCH - Helen's Instagram@HelensDoodlesAmber's InstagramAlice's InstagramHelen's Website YT LINKS - (Helen mentions lots of amazing YouTube channels in this episode, I have linked them all below!)Baylee Jae Jess KarpAkasha MeadKasey GoldenTen HundredAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

Welcome back to Yes, I’m An Artist! I’m a bit late getting this episode out (Amber writing this) so let’s get straight to the point - This episode is all about feeling aligned & grateful, crashing after launching something big, Royal Mail & postage problems, divine timing, intuitive working, the fools journey in tarot & hormones! And that’s not even half of it.. Go have a listen and tell us what you think! 😘 Get in touch! Amber's Instagram Alice's InstagramLINKS -Give yourself permission to be creative | Ethan HawkeThe "Happy Life" Scientist: How To FINALLY Beat Stress, Worry & Uncertainty! Dacher Keltner | E219Alice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

Welcome to episode 36! After a strange start with some pathetic ASMR, we dive straight into this chilled out episode with no real plan! Chatting about our first podcast guest experience, creating an art collection, time blocking, memberships, intuitive working & letting go! We also talk all about our new favourite Email Marketing platform - MailerLite. In what is our shortest episode for a while, we actually go into quite a few topics..We hope you enjoy! Get in touch!Amber's InstagramAlice's Instagram Join our mailing lists!Amber's sign up formJoin on Alice's websiteAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

Welcome to episode 35! We hope you’re excited because this one is kind of a big deal.. We are joined by our first EVER guest on Yes, I’m An Artist! Emma from Elkie Wild Art. What was supposed to be a quick chat for 1 hour turned into the most inspiring conversation about how she went from science degrees in university to building The Colour Pencil Shop and her journey from creating photo realistic artwork to art that really speaks to her soul. We chat about sacred geometry, tarot and how creative ideas can become toxic if you don’t make them reality! Emma also shares what it’s like living with a chronic illness and how it impacts creativity and day to day life. We really loved every second of this conversation and can’t wait to see what you all think! Now, who’s gonna be our next guest! 😍 Get in touch! Emma's Instagram, Colour Pencil Shop & Alcohol Inks ShopAmber's InstagramAlice's InstagramAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

It’s our first episode of 2023, woohoo! We’re chatting a little bit of everything again! With the main theme being living a creatively abundant life in 2023, we talk about Alice’s recent manifesting workshop and Amber dipping her toes into tarot for the first time. (Always so strange writing this in third person 😅) And as with starting anything new, A few challenges might pop up - like trying not to overwhelm yourself with your goals, staying accountable and getting your family to understand the path you want to take.. What if you don’t have support? It’s all about trusting your intuition and tapping into excitement. And here’s the big question.. What if everything is easy in 2023? I know, it sounds easier said than done which is funny in itself but if you listen, that question will make much more sense! We’d love to know what you think and what your intentions are for the year ahead!? A very belated but Happy New Year and thank you to everyone who listened, left us those all important reviews and just generally supported us and the podcast on our journey so far! We’ve got some exciting episodes planned and we can’t wait to see what this year brings! Get in touch! Amber's InstagramAlice's InstagramAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

Because we’re both scrooges… Let’s pretend it’s not Christmas and jump ahead to 2023! Woo! (Only kidding… sort of.)This week seemed like a good time to talk all things manifesting and goal setting for the New Year!So, we go into the steps of manifesting your creative dreams, including working through resistance, embodying the version of you who already has the thing, and decluttering. We also share some tips and tools you can try to help you manifest the life you want! There’s also a sad but funny tale of The Handbag, The Rat & The Twisted Ankle... And yes, Dr Martens can really change your life.Hope you enjoy!Get In Touch -@Aliceladkinart@Amber_ruby_artAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

Let’s face it, being a creative is hard! It’s not all pretty pictures or perfect poems.. It’s actually a ginormous rollercoaster, a thrilling but terrifying experience with no real ending.. Creativity is in fact, a wild ride with ups and downs, ebbs and flows and twists and turns! It’s also kind of like giving birth… I know, wtf? Well that’s what we’re talking about in this episode! Along with understanding your own creative process, how it can bring up triggers and blocks, knowing when to create some shitty art and coming to terms with the fact that not all creative projects work out.. But that’s all part of the process! And what a beautiful process that is… We also chat about what’s going on in our lives - Feeling out of control, smoking too much weed, healing from past traumas, slowing down for Christmas and Yule chocolate logs..We hope you enjoy riding the waves of this very emotional but valuable episode and we can’t wait to see what you think! 💜Get in Touch -Amber's InstagramAlice's InstagramLINKS-Ebb & Flow with Ruth Osman - Creative BlocksElla Ringrose On YouTubeSpoken Meditation: Your Ideal Life, The Law Of Attraction: Goal Setting VisualizationUnpublished PodcastAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

Yoooo whaddup everyone! We are back for another Q&A Time episode and can’t wait for you to hear it! Yes, we know we missed another week but let’s pretend that didn’t happen now shall we? 😆 You came at us hard this time and really had us thinking deeply about our decisions in life.. So much contemplation and so many tangents all in one ep, that's when you know it'll be a good one! Here’s just a few of the questions you asked - What has doing the podcast taught us? Dead or Alive, what 5 people do you invite to a dinner party? How to deal with shitty customers as an artist? These barely touch the surface..  Let’s save it all as a surprise! We also chat about our first concert together, Biffy Clyro!! And go on many more tangents about board games, worrying about future injuries and our favourite TV shows.. Not surprised it’s our longest episode for a while! We hope you enjoy this one.. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram so you don’t miss out on the next round of Q&A Time! Alice's InstagramAmber's InstagramLINKS -Find Your Personal Illustration Style with Meg Lewis - 1 of 2Alice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

Look who’s back… back again (Alice is writing this description so gotta be an Eminem reference). Did you miss us?! Join us this week as we get back into the swing of podcasting! We forgot how to do this for a hot minute.We discuss how we’ve been, what we’ve been up to and what we’ve got planned for the rest of the year. Dr Frights (Amber’s family Halloween event) has come to an end and she’s heading back home after a crazy busy few months. Alice (feels weird writing about myself in the third person but here we are) is focusing on YouTube and slow growth.Aaand…. we talk about potentially taking on commissions again. I know, who are we?? Commissions are a good money maker, and let’s face it, times are pretty tough at the moment. We chat about how we could keep things sustainable and fun, whilst building other income streams and staying creatively free.Also includes some random stories, 3/10 burps and hairy toes. Hope you enjoy!Get in touch - Amber’s InstagramAlice’s InstagramAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

Hellooo! After another small hiatus we are back with episode 29 of Yes, I'm An Artist, and we finally have a full topic for you, Woohoo! (Well, maybe half full topic and half check in lol)Instagram alternatives - We're chatting all about YouTube, Pinterest and a little bit about reddit too.Don't mind the extra long check in.. We haven't had a chance to speak much lately and a catch up was much needed! This episode did very nearly turn into one about buying an iPad for digital art, taking on a commission and feeling more imposter syndrome.. But you should know what we're like by now though, right?We hope you enjoyed the episode.. Get in touch! Amber's InstagramAlice's InstagramLINKS- Channel Makers - What Your First 100 Videos On YouTube Should Look LikeKelly StampsHillier SmithKatie StecklySusan Nethercote Studio Insider Art PodcastAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

We are back! With an episode that takes a bit of a strange turn... Do you ever think about death? You might do after you listen to this one. But don't be alarmed, it is October and Halloween month after all! After Alice's car brakes failed on her way to LEGOLAND, we got side tracked and forgot this is actually an art podcast for a minute 😂But we also chat about selling on Etsy, gaining new sales by posting on different platforms, living in a caravan and what it would be like to be known as 'unstoppable'...Episode 28, just another jam packed, fun filled and random episode of Yes, I'm An Artist, We hope you enjoy it!Get in touch! Alice's InstagramAmber's Instagram LINKS - Holly Tucker Instagram Anothony Chene Amber's Etsy ShopAlice's Website, Etsy Shop & YouTube ChannelAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

It's episode 27 of Yes, I'm An Artist and its another chatty chattasode! While we're both working through some busy weeks we just need a space to offload all the arty, businessy stuff flying around our heads, and you happen to be our lucky listeners! 😂On this episode you can expect -Wholesale talk! After Alice's meeting with @small_business_collaborative, we learned loads of new stuff! One thing being SKU's and why it's important to listen to experts so you can gain that extra 20%!We also chat about Amber's shop launch and all the things that go with starting an Etsy shop, doubts that come up when starting something new, imposter syndrome, designing Halloween artwork and also a rant about ASMR!That's right - Another episode full of random goodness.. You're welcome and we hope you enjoy it!Get in touch! -Alice's InstagramAmber's InstagramLINKS -@Small_Business_Collaborative on InstagramJason Stephenson - Sleep Meditation MusicChannel MakersAmber's Etsy ShopAlice's Etsy shop, Website & YouTube ChannelAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

Its episode 26! This week on Yes, I'm An Artist - Call it what you want.. Chicken'sode, brain dumpisode, chilly chatisode, all are just the same.. Its a busy time around here! What with Amber's upcoming shop launch and Alice's YouTube adventures. We barely had time to research a topic and to end an already stressful day,  Alice's mic wouldn't turn on! So you will notice an audio difference on this episode, but don't let that stop you from joining us on another wild ride! We decided to make this another chill one and chat about everything going on for us right now - YouTube, wholesale, opening a shop, product perfectionism, pricing, signatures, losing followers and maybe a tiny bit of wtf is going on in the world right now..This podcast is all about 2 artists navigating through this arty business life after all..  We hope you enjoy it!Get in touch!Alice's Instagram Amber's InstagramLinks -Small_Business_Collaborative on InstagramAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy ShopAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

It's episode 25! What do you do when it's been a busy week and you cant be bothered to record an in-depth episode? Turn it into one giant chicken'sode! For those of you reading this and thinking 'what are you on about!' - Well, we always start our episodes with a check in of how our weeks have gone, which when said, sounded like chicken.. Now we start our episodes with chickens instead of check ins.... I know.. Hilarious!But really, this week is just one giant check in of what we've been up to - Sorting out wholesale, email lists and packaging. Watching too much content, feeling overwhelmed, eating things we shouldn't and tips for surviving 2022... Enjoy!Get in touch and let us know what you thought of this episode! -Amber's InstagramAlice's InstagramLinks - Awesome artist Cat Coquillette on InstagramPaperu Studio by soosanmoo - How I Package Etsy Orders For My Sticker ShopSign up to our Newsletters (cults) to be our favourite little treasures!Amber's NewsletterAlice's Website (you can sign up there)Alice's Etsy & YouTubeAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

(JUST A QUICK NOTE - Since recording this episode, we realised that Mailchimp now charges for automations. This includes automated welcome emails. This is pretty sh*t to be honest because Mailchimp was the best free platform for beginners. We recommend doing your own research into email marketing platforms before you choose one!)On episode 24 of Yes, I'm An Artist - We're chatting all about email lists! And why building your own is probably one of the best and most valuable things you can do for your business.Your favourite Social Media platform could disappear at any moment, or you could be locked out of your account with little to no help on getting back in. Imagine losing all of your followers and people who actually care about your art...That's why you should be collecting emails from the people who love and appreciate what you do! So you can stay in touch on your terms and actually own your own audience.We are not experts on this subject by any means. In fact, we're both only at the very beginning of what we could be doing with out email lists. That's where this episode comes in! We are going through everything - Why it's so important for your business, some different platforms you can use, how to get started, what to include, lead magnets and nurturing sequences (I know, fancy right?) But it's all really not that complicated and you can easily build your own! Remember - Done is better than perfect and there's no better time to start collecting emails for your list than now!We hope you enjoy this episode and get so much value from it. Do you have an email list? We'd love to join! Send us a link -Amber's InstagramAlice's InstagramJoin our email lists! -You can go straight to Alice's website to join hers!Here's a link to Amber's sign up page! Thank you so much in advance. xLINKS - @heyitslaurajane on Instagram@small_business_collaborative on InstagramHelen Carter Artist's WebsiteThis is a really cool and informative video on YouTube from Art By Louise (Please bare in mind that Mailchimp is always changing and some info may be outdated now)Alice's YouTube & Etsy ShopAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop

This week on Yes, I'm An Artist - It's another Q&A Time! We love these episodes because they're a great way to get YOU involved and we have so much fun answering all your random questions! Also, no research.. It's an all round chill episode! What's not to love?Here's what we face this week - What do you miss about your childhood?Absolute dream holiday?Hardest thing about starting this Podcast?How do we cope with loneliness?And that's just a few of the awesome questions you asked this time around!Thank you so much for getting involved, don't miss out on the next round of Q&A Time! You can send your questions in and get in touch here -Alice's InstagramAmber's InstagramAlice's Website, Etsy Shop & YouTube ChannelAlice's Website, YouTube & Etsy Shop | Amber's Etsy Shop