All Episodes

Book Club - Sharon Louden talks Longevity, Resiliency, and Being a Catalyst for Change

Amanda and Nicole talk Financial Reflections: 2025

Micah E. Wood talks Self-Starting, Unexpected Career Paths, and How Persistence Pays Off

Cindy Cheng talks Leaving Higher Education, Making Big Career Pivots, and Embracing Change

We'll Be Right Back!

Mookntaka talks Finding Joy in Challenging Times, Collaborating as a Couple, and the Importance of Play

Amanda and Nicole talk Financial Therapy for Artists

Beyond the Studio Returns!

Lianne Pflug talks Patreon, Connecting Over Shared Interests, and Working with Chronic Illness

Teri Henderson talks Carving Out Space, Creating Platforms for Community, and Balancing Creative Energy

BTS x Creatives Rebuild New York - Guaranteed Income for Artists

Amanda and Nicole talk Financial Transparency in the Arts

BTS x Inversion Art - Investing in the Future of Artists' Careers

Alex Paik talks Growing a Network of Artist-Run Galleries, the Myth of Balance, and Prioritizing Relationships

Christopher Martin talks the Importance of Environment, Power of Osmosis, and Rituals of Self-Care

Griff Williams talks Building a Career vs. a Life in the Arts, Community Over Capital, and Treating Everything Like an Art Project

Amanda and Nicole talk Craft Shows: Selling Work at In-Person Events

Amanda and Nicole talk Public Art: Fabrication and Installation

Return of the Podcast!

Paddy Johnson talks Art World Taboos, Internalized Beliefs, and the Myths that Might Be Holding You Back

BTS x Serpentine - The Future of Art and Technology

Beyond the Studio Will Be Right Back!

Adam Holofcener talks Ethics of Copyright, Artist Rights Within Capitalism, and Collective Organizing

Natalie Baxter talks Embracing Uncertainty, Exhibiting Work, and How Being a Mother Changes Everything

Morel Doucet talks Community-Building, the Power of Storytelling, and Diversifying Your Skillsets

Bean Gilsdorf talks Staying Nimble, the Importance of Language, and the Working Conditions of Artists

Sarah Thibault talks Patrons, Power Dynamics, and Valuing Your Work

Ruby Lerner talks Founding Creative Capital, Building an Infrastructure of Support for Artists, and Reflections on a Career of Advocating for the Arts

Christine Wang talks Teaching as Political Action, the Unspoken Rules of the Art World, and Financial Exhibitionism

Jocelyn Tsaih talks Personal Style, the Emotional Ups and Downs of Being a Freelancer, and Feeding Your Creativity

Amanda and Nicole Talk Visualizing Your Finances as an Artist

Amanda and Nicole talk Public Art: Proposals and Project Budgets

Beyond the Studio is Back!

Amanda and Nicole talk Boundaries, Burnout, and Shifting Expectations

Taili Wu talks Personal Projects, Collaborating with Others, and Choosing Work That Makes You Happy

Jen Hewett talks Pivoting Your Business, Staying Small and Sustainable, and Setting Boundaries

Ash Keating talks Being Resourceful, Making Massive Work, and Creating Art for Public Spaces

Spring Break

Marie Watt talks Expanding Your Team, Running Your Practice Like a Business, and Navigating Life as a Mid-Career Artist

BTS x The Side Woo - Balancing the Spiritual and Practical Sides of a Creative Career

Laura Baisden talks Discovering Printmaking, Making Art Fun, and Finding Belonging

Artists Over Institutions: LIVE! from Institute of Contemporary Art San Francisco

Maria Brito talks Keys to Creativity, Embracing Risk-Taking, and the Patterns of Successful Artists

Kiana Honarmand talks Adaptability, Making Big Moves, and Finding Space for Your Work

Amanda and Nicole talk Expectations vs. Realities of Being a Full-Time Artist

Beyond the Studio's 100th Episode!

Amanda and Nicole talk Creativity and Growth Mindsets with their Partners Mike and Dave

What do Artists Envision for the Future of the Art World?

Josh Cochran talks Self-Discovery, Pushing Creative Within Client Work, and Using Routine to Stay Grounded

Marcus Maddox talks Materializing Your Inner Vision, Staying Curious, and Supporting a Creative Practice

Katty Huertas talks Freelance Illustration, the Importance of Professionalism, and Carving out Space for Rest and Creative Outlets

Se Jong Cho talks Art and Science, Embracing All Aspects of Identity, and Pursuing Your Curiosities

Katie Pumphrey talks Connecting with Collectors, Experimenting In and Out of the Studio, and Diving in Head First

Looking Back and Looking Forward

Nicole Mueller talks Managing Large-Scale Projects, Pricing Commissions, and Leaving Behind a Day Job

Amanda Adams talks Mental Health, Setting Healthier Boundaries, and Aligning Your Business with Personal Values

Beyond the Studio Trailer

... And We're Back!

We'll Be Right Back

BTS x Meow Wolf - Caity Kennedy talks the Power of Showing Up, Learning through Doing, and Embracing the Unknown

Lorne M. Buchman talks the Future of Art and Design Colleges, Rethinking the Model, and the Changing Landscape of Higher Education

Amanda and Nicole talk Creative Relationships with their partners Mike and Dave

Abraham Lule talks Self-Confidence, Resisting Burnout, and Keeping the Passion Alive

LIVE! Heron Arts "Chromatherapy" Panel

Part 2 - Jean Shin talks Representation, Expanding Community, and the Importance of Self-Advocacy

Part 1 - Jean Shin talks Representation, Expanding Community, and the Importance of Self-Advocacy

Justin Anthony talks Business Fundamentals, Standing Out to Collectors, and Protecting the Legacy of Your Work

Part 2 - Minku Kim talks Gallery Relationships, Maturing as an Artist, and Investing in Growth

Part 1 - Minku Kim talks Gallery Relationships, Maturing as an Artist, and Investing in Growth

Max Colby talks Tenacity, Personal Finance, and Staying Committed in Times of Challenge

Amanda and Nicole talk Gratitude, Paying Off Debt, and Their Journeys Since Starting the Podcast

Book Club - William Deresiewicz talks Art and Economics, the Rise and Fall of the Professional Artist, and the Influence of Big Tech

Part 2 - Sarah K. Benning talks Pricing, Social Media, and Building a Sustainable Business Online

Part 1 - Sarah K. Benning talks Pricing, Social Media, and Building a Sustainable Business Online

Raelis Vasquez talks Building Character Through Struggle, Sacrificing for your Future, and Creating Opportunity Through Outreach

LIVE! From AWC Recap and Reflections

Dexter Wimberly and Heather Bhandari talk Rebuilding the Infrastructure of the Art World, Expanding Definitions of Value, and the First Virtual Art World Conference

Part 2 - Hiba Schahbaz talks Setting Intentions, Finding Inner Stability, and Staying True to Your Artistic Values

Part 1 - Hiba Schahbaz talks Setting Intentions, Finding Inner Stability, and Staying True to Your Artistic Values

Abdu Ali talks Self-Empowerment, Reclaiming Permission, and Staying Fluid to Support Community

Hayley Powers Thornton-Kennedy talks Online Activism, Embracing Failure and Imperfection, and Learning to Let Go

Part 2 - Sarah Hussaini talks Self-Sufficiency, Setting Boundaries, & Making Vulnerability Part of Your Personal Brand

Part 1 - Sarah Hussaini talks Self-Sufficiency, Setting Boundaries, & Making Vulnerability Part of Your Personal Brand

Isaiah Winters talks Building Career Through Community, Turning Chance Encounters Into Creative Collaborations, and Living Through a Social Justice Movement

Monique Aimee talks Working Outside Your Comfort Zone, Cold Calling, and Finding Opportunities Wherever You Are

Mutual Aid During COVID-19 - Artist Relief, Black Artist Fund, and Working Class BIPOC at CCA Fundraiser

BTS x AWC - Patton Hindle talks Crowdfunding, Arts Advocacy, and Valuing Creative Labor

Season 3 Announcement

BTS x AWC - Jessica Lee talks Legal Issues, Art Copyright, and the Art of Negotiation

Amanda & Nicole talk Navigating a Global Pandemic as Artists and Listener Stories

How Are Artists Navigating COVID-19?

BTS x AWC - Amy Whitaker talks Using Business as a Tool, Building Equity in the Arts, and Re-Inventing the Art Market

BTS x AWC - Mario Ybarra Jr. & Karla Diaz talk Growing Alongside Community, Sharing Opportunities, and the Value Artists Bring to Culture

New Year, New Episodes!

Amanda & Nicole Wrap Up Season 2, "Beyond the Studio: West Coast Edition"

Why We Take Breaks

Tommy Perez talks Being a Freelance Designer, Seizing Opportunity, and Turning Passion Projects into Client Work

BTS Takes a Day Off

Part 2 - Ranu Mukherjee talks Balance, Building Career Through Community, and Working with Museums and Galleries

Part 1 - Ranu Mukherjee talks Balance, Building Career Through Community, and Working with Museums and Galleries

Amanda & Nicole talk Digital Boundaries and Social Media

Amanda & Nicole talk Career Transitions: Day Jobs vs. Self-Employment

Amanda & Nicole talk Goal Setting and Strategic Planning

Lilian Martinez talks Following Your Intuition, Growing a Creative Business, and Making Connections Online

Part 2 - Wendy Red Star talks Being Self-Reliant, Collaborating with her Daughter, and Sustaining a Full-Time Practice

Part 1 - Wendy Red Star talks Being Self-Reliant, Collaborating with her Daughter, and Sustaining a Full-Time Practice

Amanda & Nicole talk Self-Awareness, Storytelling, and Creating Community

Update from Art World Conference

Book Club - Sharon Louden talks Generosity, Sustainability, and Creative Exchange

Dexter Wimberly and Heather Bhandari talk Self-Empowerment and Financial Literacy, and the Inaugural Art World Conference in NYC

Marcela Pardo Ariza talks Collaboration, Creating Equity in the Art World, and Staying Flexible to the Demands of Being an Artist

Katy Ann Gilmore talks Pursuing Art Full-Time, Taking Practical Risks, and Studio Organization

Erik Parra talks Persevering, Adding Value, and the Importance of Conversation

Jaime Derringer talks Running Multiple Businesses, Prioritizing Projects, and Staying Ahead of the Crowd

Desirée Holman talks Funding Large Projects, Working with Institutions, and Staying Connected to Your Deeper Calling

Mid-Season Recap - Amanda & Nicole talk Burnout, Routine, and Navigating Career Transitions

Heather Day talks Social Media, Becoming a Full-Time Artist, and Collaborating with Galleries and Brands

Cynthia Tom talks Spirituality, Art as Healing, and Navigating Different Stages of Life

Sarah Hotchkiss talks Art Criticism, Residencies, and Creating a Healthy Arts Ecosystem

Emily Gherard talks Motherhood, Being Vulnerable, and Avoiding Jealousy

Juan Alonso-Rodríguez talks Public Art, Presenting Your Work, and Handling Rejection

Karen Seneferu talks Claiming Space, Creating Sisterhood, and Building a Platform to Uplift Others

Lucy Puls talks Overcoming Sexism, Changes in the Art World Over Time, and Redefining Balance

Morgan Rosskopf talks Day Jobs, Finding Alignment, and Designing Your Life Around Your Practice

Bunnie Reiss talks Working Hard, Traveling to Paint Murals, and Living an Unconventional Life

Windy Chien talks Process, Reinventing Yourself, and Giving Your Work Every Chance for Success

Season 2 Announcement

Book Club - Andrew Simonet talks Power, Community, and Recognizing Your Worth

Updates and an Anniversary

Season 1 Wrap, Giveaway Announcement, Plans for Season 2

Cara Ober talks Turning a Blog into a Business, Finding the Best Resources, and the Importance of Adaptability

Cindy Cheng talks Teaching, the Freedom of Failure, and Breaks Down the Grant Process

Luke Martin talks Freelance, Leaving School, and Building Creative Friendships

Micah E. Wood talks Networking, Artistic Exchanges, and Authentic Self-Promotion

Amir H. Fallah talks Family, Building Your Own Buzz, and Staying Curious

Rachael Hulme talks Marketing, Finding Your Audience, and the Importance of Research

Jenniffer Omaitz talks Networking, Developing Your Voice, and Tracking Your Goals

Sara Barnes talks Blogging, Affiliate Marketing, and Taxes

Christopher Lin talks Career Switch, the New York Art Scene, and Showing in Galleries

Michelle Gomez talks Starting Your Own Business, Staying Positive, and Art as Activism

Nick Hullibarger talks Budgeting, Being Your Own Advocate, and Finding Creative Mentors

Adam Vass talks Collaboration, Being a Self-Taught Professional, and Balancing Multiple Careers

Alyssa Nassner talks Publishing, Branding, and Work/Life Balance

Nicole Mueller talks Time Management, Residencies, and "Cold Calling"

Amanda Adams talks Anthropologie, Craft Shows, and Etsy

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