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  • Making Money as an Artist: My Monthly Planning Process

    Making Money as an Artist: My Monthly Planning Process
    2025/09/09
    What if your art could fund your life and impact your community? In this episode of Behind the Brush, Kelly Pelfrey shares how art sales have provided both financial stability and the freedom to give back. Learn practical strategies to diversify your income through commissions, small sales, and goal-setting, while embracing consistency as the key to growth. Kelly opens up about balancing family needs with building an art career, why community collaboration matters, and how artists can inspire one another. This conversation is your reminder to create with intention, value your work, and see art not just as a passion, but as a purpose-driven livelihood.

    Listen in to learn more :
    (00:26) Artist Income Predictions


    (08:58) Predictable Income and Budgeting

    (16:47) Growth From Small Beginnings

    (19:17) Maximizing Visibility for Art Sales

    (25:49) Planning for Artistic Business Growth



    Resources –

    Connect with Kelly on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/behindthebrush_kellypelfrey

    KP Art Collective - http://kpartcollective.com/
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    28 分
  • Kate Schultz on How Daily Painting Fuels Creative Growth & Gallery Success

    Kate Schultz on How Daily Painting Fuels Creative Growth & Gallery Success
    2025/09/09
    Contemporary artist Kate Schultz joins Kelly Pelfrey on Behind the Brush to share her journey from a creative childhood to a thriving full-time art career. Kate reflects on early influences and how she grew from early struggles to gallery partnerships. She opens up about balancing studio time with admin work, navigating painter’s block, and the role of nature in her creative process. Kate also shares candid insights on marketing, self-promotion, and the realities of turning art into a business. Her story is a reminder that staying true to your artistic vision is key to building a meaningful and sustainable career.

    Listen to learn more :

    (00:03) - Artist Career Journey

    (09:11) - Daily Routine and Overcoming Blocks

    (15:09) - Art Business Evolution

    (25:08) - Gallery Partnerships & Artistic Inspiration

    (30:14) - Studio Vibes and Artistic Wisdom

    (40:09) - Intentional Artistic Creativity Journey



    Resources –

    Connect with Kelly on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/behindthebrush_kellypelfrey

    KP Art Collective - http://kpartcollective.com/

    Connect with Kate -

    https://spoonbillgallery.com/collections/kate-schultz

    Www.kateschultzart.com

    Www.instagram.com/katefschultz
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    41 分
  • From Driving and Dreaming to a Full-Time Art Career

    From Driving and Dreaming to a Full-Time Art Career
    2025/09/09

    What if you could turn your passion for art into a thriving business—even while balancing single motherhood and a full-time job? In this first episode of Behind the Brush, Kelly Pelfrey shares her journey from teaching to becoming a full-time artist. She opens up about the challenges of juggling responsibilities, building confidence, and learning to sell and ship art.

    Kelly also breaks down the importance of consistency, valuing your work, and creating studio habits that stick. Whether you’re just starting or ready to grow, this episode offers practical advice and encouragement to help you pursue your own creative path.

    Listen in to learn more :

    (00:03) - Building a Thriving Art Career

    (06:01) - Creating a Consistent Art Practice

    (19:31) - Navigating Growth and Bold Decisions



    Resources –

    Connect with Kelly on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/behindthebrush_kellypelfrey

    KP Art Collective - http://kpartcollective.com/
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    28 分
  • Welcome to Behind the Brush Podcast!

    Welcome to Behind the Brush Podcast!
    2025/09/08

    Behind the Brush is a podcast for artists who dream of turning their creativity into a sustainable career. Hosted by artist and art business owner Kelly Pelfrey, each episode dives into the behind-the-scenes of building a thriving art business—offering honest insights, practical tips, and inspiring conversations with artists who’ve done it. Whether you’re juggling painting and parenthood or scaling your studio into something more, this show is your weekly dose of encouragement, strategy, and community.
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    1 分