How Kirsten Williams Built a Full-Time Art Career: Finding Your Style, Marketing Smarter & Launching With Confidence

In this episode of The Art Coaching Club Podcast, we sit down with contemporary painter Kirsten Williams to explore her journey from marketing professional to full-time artist. Kirsten shares how she rediscovered her creativity after a 15-year corporate career and built a thriving art business rooted in discipline, personal connection, and perseverance. Topics We Cover: How growing up in a military family shaped Kirsten’s creative path Her transition from pottery and drawing to painting—and how motherhood inspired her signature silhouette style Why a structured painting practice helps maintain momentum and improve consistency Email marketing, collection launch strategies, and the value of pre-sale exclusives Lessons learned from sold-out shows, failed launches, and embracing the trial-and-error process Honest insights on rejection, resilience, and the mindset required for long-term success If you're an artist navigating the ups and downs of building your business, or looking for inspiration to refine your style, market your work, and connect with your collectors more intentionally—this conversation is for you. Subscribe for weekly episodes filled with real artist stories, practical business tips, and creative motivation. Learn more about Kirsten: https://kirstenwilliamsart.com/pages/about Get 50% off Magic Mind here with our link and code: https://magicmind.com/artcoachingEDU & code ARTCOACHING50 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.