Empowering Artists: Navigating the Creative Landscape with Ekaterina Popova, Erika B. Hess and Alicia Puig

In this podcast episode, Erika B. Hess, Alicia Puig and Ekaterina Popova discuss the challenges of running creative brands and supporting artists. Erika is a painter, curator, writer, and the host of the I Like Your Work podcast, while Alicia is a curator, co-founder of PXP Contemporary, and the director at Create. They talk about their experiences and the need for resources and communities that support and lift artists and creative entrepreneurs.  Erika discusses her membership program called "The Works," which provides artists with guidance on building their careers, from organizing their portfolio to grant writing and residencies.  Alicia shares her passion for supporting emerging artists and helping them grow and develop in their careers. The hosts also discuss taboo topics in the art world, such as rejection and the importance of embracing and processing those feelings.  They encourage artists to be vulnerable and create spaces where they can ask questions and support each other. Alicia mentions the importance of artists sharing their stories and writing artist statements in their own voices to create a deeper connection with their audience. The episode highlights our dedication to supporting artists and providing them with the resources and guidance they need to navigate the art world.   Join us and save 20% off by using code NEWREADER: https://www.createmagazine.com/subscribe I Like Your Work Podcast and Membership: https://www.ilikeyourworkpodcast.com/theworksmembers PxP Contemporary: https://www.pxpcontemporary.com Grab our new book:  https://a.co/d/67mQosc