Whether you're brand new to selling your work or you’ve hit some art biz growing pains, this episode reveals the one shift that will fast-track your progress. Ros and Laura share candid stories from the early days of their art businesses, the struggles they faced, and what finally helped them move forward with clarity, confidence, and momentum. Spoiler: it’s not more social media tips, it’s something deeper (and more powerful).

Reminder:



Laura’s Ignite Art Retreat is now open for early bird bookings: https://laurajaneday.com/retreat



Ros’s Thrive Mastermind may still have a spot for you: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/thrive

What We Cover:



How both Laura and Ros started their art businesses — and what they got wrong (4:35 )



The trap of doing it all alone (9:05 )



Why mentorship and community change the game (18:50 )



The confidence, clarity, and direction that come from finding your people (22:40 )



Three ways to build real connection and support in your art business (29:00 )

Resources & Mentions:

• Ros’s Thrive Mastermind — strategy + support to finish the year strong: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/thrive


• Laura’s Vietnam Art Retreat (2026) — early bird ends this month! https://www.laurajaneday.com/retreat

Prefer to Watch or Listen?

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@paintrestrepeatpodcast

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3XkuZ4KuoUgy3Shu7IpmjN

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/paint-rest-repeat/id1597004305

Sponsored by:

Laura Day: https://www.laurajaneday.com https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/

Ros Gervay: https://www.permissiontopaint.co https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

Stay Connected:

Ros’s Newsletter — get weekly inspiration + practical biz advice here: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/stay-connected

Laura’s Newsletter — find your creative rhythm + joy here: https://laura-jane-day.myflodesk.com/studio-news

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