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Curious Kirby Podcast

by Kirby

Welcome to the Curious Kirby Podcast, where we discuss the use of technology in art marketing. Each week we have an interview, panel or monologue about what it means to be a working artist trying to get your art seen in today's hyper-connected and very competitive world. Join us for more discussion and opportunities in our Facebook Group: Curious Kirby Creatives.

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Episodes

  1. How to Start a Newsletter featuring Carol Tenwalde and Judith Rothenstein-Putzer

    "If something weird is going to happen, it is going to happen to a Tenwalde" Something delightfully weird happened to Carol Tenwalde when Cate Blanchett wore a statement necklace that looks remarkably similar to Carol's Twisted Sister design. Carol's phone and inbox lit up with messages from...

  2. Brand Kits and NFT Challenge with Kirby Plessas And Kyle Elliott

    This week, Kirby and Kyle discuss the value and application of brand kits. What are brand kits? How do you make a brand kit? Why do you need one? Tune in and find out! The Curious Kirby brand kit resources will be available through our blog next week. Be sure to check it out! Next up, we announce...

  3. How Authors Ann Videan and Albert Quihuis Use Social Media to Reach Audiences and Support Other Writers

    This week, Ann Narcisian Videan (book shepherd, editor, author) and Albert Monreal Quihuis (author, speaker, Arizona historian, Hispanic community advocate) discuss effective storytelling through consistent and innovative use of social media. Ann and Al use their talent and experience to connect...

  4. 3D Art & Social Media Marketing with Sandy Ashbaugh and Pat Isaacson

    This week, Pat Isaacson (Pats Glass Studio) and Sandy Ashbaugh (Contemporary Ceramic Artist) discuss how to display and marketing three-dimensional art through social media and in galleries. There are some special considerations and techniques to keep in mind when translating the dimension of…

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  5. How to Brand Your Small Art Business with Jacki Cohen and Julie Bergman

    This week, branding mavens Jacki Cohen and Julie Bergman discuss brand development - how-to, elements to consider, why branding is so important, and how to get the most out of your brand to grow your small business. Jacki Cohen of Jacki Cohen Glass Art Designs and Julie Bergman of Coyote House...

  6. Establishing New Art Galleries (In the Middle of a Global Pandemic) with Joye DeGoede and April Howland

    This week, fine art creatives and gallery owners Joye DeGoede and April Howland join the Curious Kirby crew to discuss how to establish a new art gallery. With recent knowledge of how to accomplish this challenge in the middle of a global pandemic, Joye and April share their success stories and...

  7. Teaching Art, Creating Community: Casey Cheuvront and John Gates

    Fine art creatives John Gates and Casey Cheuvront join Curious Kirby in the Zoom studio to discuss plein air painting and highlight some outstanding art programs, including the Yosemite Conservancy Art Programs. Be sure to listen to our teaser at the end of the episode about an upcoming...

  8. Time Management and Flying By the Creative Seat of our Pants with Laurie Fagen and Cheryl Cocroft

    Mystery writers Laurie Fagen and Cheryl Cocroft join the Curious Kirby team in the Zoom studio for a dynamic discussion about multi-tasking versus time management, project management versus visualization, and outlining versus flying by the seat of one's pants. The values and practices of these...

  9. Don't Stop Learning! Gourds, Vantias/Vanitas, and Lifelong Learning with Jan Downey and Nicolette Maguire Bonnstetter

    Nicolette Maguire Bonnstetter and Jan Downey join the Curious Kirby team in the Zoom studio to discuss the values and how-tos of lifelong learning programs in community centers such as the Holland Center. Located in Scottsdale, AZ the Holland Center is a unique partnership dedicated to enriching...

  10. Non-traditional Galleries and Marketing Through Collaboration with Nancy Breiman and Bob Hogan

    Nancy Breiman and Bob Hogan join the Curious Kirby team in the Zoom studio to discuss the how-to's of setting up galleries in storefronts, resorts, and other non-traditional marketing opportunities to boost sales and grow an artist's following. These surprisingly effective ways to meet new…

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  11. Season 3 Kicks Off with a Discussion with Jan and Rick Griggs about Shipping Fine Art, Leveraging Twitch, and Inspiration from Creative Dialogue

    Season 3 Episode 1 of the Curious Kirby Podcast is live! In this episode, Jan and Rick Griggs join Kyle Elliott and Kirby Plessas in the Zoom studio to discuss the unexpected, inspired results of a creative dialogue between artistic media, creatives, and clients. The wife and husband duo work in...

  12. Art With Me AZ Talks Art and Business

    Meet Jessica Pierce! Or more like Jessica Fierce! She's the force behind Art With Me AZ, an art studio in Surprise, AZ where clients can come for open studio, set classes, paint and sip or even host their own parties. Jessica is so sharp and creative. Give the podcast a listen and if you are in…

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  13. Interview with the amazing Rafi and Klee - we touch on community, social media, youtube, websites and more!

    Contrary to popular opinion, there are some people out there that are actually working harder than ever before during this quarantined crisis. Of course the health care workers, teachers, grocery store employees, deliveries and post services, etc. But I know a lot of artists that are using this...

  14. How can artists survive coronavirus financially? Diversify! Plus: interview with Ohana Resin Designs

    Season 2 Episode 2 of the Curious Kirby Podcast is live! In this episode we discuss the effect that the coronavirus crisis is having on artists' small businesses and what can be done to raise revenue. Then, resin artists rejoice, we have a deep conversation with the father/daughter duo, Troy and...

  15. Podcast Season 2 is live! With Joyce Hagen of Big Walls Big Art!

    Season 2 kicks of in a "big" way! In this episode, I interview Joyce Hagen of bigwallsbigart.com (On Instagram @bigwallsbiggerart). But before the interview, I discuss one of the basics for your social media marketing strategy - keep your viewers on your posts as long as possible. This isn't only...

  16. Episode 9: Interview with Vendvana and "Do I need to upload my art on every social network?"

    Episode 9! Meet Mary Ellen, Eric and Danielle of Vendvana! Do you need to be on every social network? Last episode I touted the value of being an early adopter - but that doesn't mean you must be everywhere. But you must be somewhere. Make sure you are using something to bee seen! I love Rafi and...

  17. Episode 8: Janai Rodriguez (pouring.emotions) and why you should be an early adopter

    Hey! We are back! Today we have an interview with Janai Rodriguez (pouring.emotions) - don't forget to see her at the upcoming Bridge Arts Festival! Mentioned in this podcast: Firework App TikTok Marcel LiveAF Funimate Bridgefy Mailchimp Pinterest IFTTT Art Supply Posse Podcast And as always…

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  18. Episode 7: Nate Decker and the Bloc Project

    Nate Decker and the Bloc Project talk with us this week and discuss marketing, galleries, his artistic process, and Second Fridays! Enjoy some of Nate's work here: Mentioned in this podcast: Renee Palmer-Jones Bill Gullwing Kathy Nelson Sonoran Arts League Anthem Civic Building The Bloc Project…

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  19. Episode 6: 10 Ways Artists Can Use Instagram Stories and Interviewing Jacki Cohen Glass Art Designs

    Welcome back to the podcast! You are in for s treat - my interview with Jacki Cohen of Jacki Cohen Glass Art Designs was so fun and she is a great example of today's topic: using Instagram stories effectively! For more on the 10 ways to use Instagram stories, see the blog article. Mentioned in…

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  20. Episode 5: VSCO, Snapseed and the amazing Marlene Sabatina!

    Welcome back to Curious Kirby! Rebranding break is over and I am charging ahead. This week I am talking about photo editing apps VSCO and Snapseed! See my blog article for examples and more links! I also get a chance to talk to Marlene Sabatina of Feather Heart Studio. Marlene is a jeweler and in...

  21. Episode 4: Why you need a website and interview with Kathy Nelson

    Welcome back to the podcast! This week is a short one. I had planned to do a much longer episode about newsletters but that will be an in-depth project so instead, I discuss why artists need a website that they control and that they can update themselves, even if they don't consider themselves...

  22. Episode 3: 10 ways for artists to get more Instagram followers and artist Dennis Desprois

    Today I discuss 10 strategies on how to get more Instagram followers and interview the indomitable Dennis Desprois. Check out more details on Instagram followers in the accompanying blog post, and learn more about Dennis here and here. Info mentioned in the interview with Dennis: Peter Max Dave...

  23. Curious Kirby Podcast Episode 2 - Hashtags and Cynthia Eral

    Welcome back to the podcast! I'm so excited to have my second episode, - all about hashtags! And I had the chance to interview crazy-talented Cynthia Eral! If you want to know more about hashtags, read my blog article here. And here are the links Cynthia and I discussed in the interview: Arizona...

  24. Episode 1 - Podcasts and Interview with artist Joye DeGoede

    In this episode, I discuss podcasts and where you can find them. To learn more, check out my blog post all about podcasts. I also interview Joye DeGoede, creator of joyesart.com and the Joyeful Party Animals®. You can also find her on Facebook and Instagram. Mentioned in the podcast: National…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to the Curious Kirby Podcast, where we discuss the use of technology in art marketing. Each week we have an interview, panel or monologue about what it means to be a working artist trying to get your art seen in today's hyper-connected and very competitive world. Join us for more discussion and opportunities in our Facebook Group: Curious Kirby Creatives.

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Welcome to the Curious Kirby Podcast, where we discuss the use of technology in art marketing. Each week we have an interview, panel or monologue about what it means to be a working artist trying to get your art seen in today's hyper-connected and very competitive world. Join us for more discussion...

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