EP005: Taking Risks as an Artist

For the final installment of their month long theme of COURAGE, Melissa and Lisa talk about what it is like to take risks as an artist; specifically distinguishing between entrepreneurial risks and artistic risks.  They address common concerns for artists that will help you work through some of the most common risks creatives are faced with.  This includes a discussion on what it looks like to leave your day job to become a full time artist, or to explore different platforms in which you can get your art into the world.  This episode is just what any creator, artist or maker needs to hear as they contemplate taking that next step. You can connect with the podcast  on:Instagram at @andshelookedup Facebook YouTube Tik Tok at @AndSheLookedUpFor a list of all available episodes, please visit:And She Looked Up Creative Hour PodcastEach week The And She Looked Up Podcast sits down with inspiring Canadian women who create for a living. We talk about their creative journeys and their best business tips, as well as the creative and business mindset issues all creative entrepreneurs struggle with. This podcast is for Canadian artists, makers and creators who want to find a way to make a living doing what they love. Your host, Melissa Hartfiel (@finelimedesigns), left a 20 year career in corporate retail and has been happily self-employed as a working creative since 2010. She's a graphic designer, writer and illustrator as well as the co-founder of a multi-six figure a year business in the digital content space. She resides just outside of Vancouver, BC.