Check out my Patreon - A royalty free stock asset service!https://www.patreon.com/jesskovicGet the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:https://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/70Sign up for my newsletter and get FREE digital wallpapers from one of my latest patterns, MOON DANCE hereDon’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen to so you never miss an episode! You’ll get each one downloaded right to your device every Monday it comes out. This is a great way to support the show :)If you like what you hear, let people know in a review on Apple Podcasts! Another free and easy way to support.Visit my online boutique featuring exclusive designs on apparel, accessories and art prints:https://sugarbunch.store/Let's connect!Instagram - @jess_kovicTwitter - @jess_kovic

Confessions of the Creative Kind

I Got Into the Illustrator for iPad Beta!

This week I dragged my husband, willingly, on the show to not only reminisce about our recent road trip through Utah but to chat about some of our joint hobbies together. Particularly the latest, 3D printing. That's right, we bought a 3D printer. Between my designs and his technical no how we decided to dive in and attempt to make some cool stuff. We're still learning, but we wanted to share where we're at with all of you.  Have a listen and then hit us up with all of your 3D printing tips or couple hobbies!Adam Kovic on Twitter & Instagram: @adamkovicAdam Kovic on FunhausCheck out my Patreon - A royalty free stock asset service!https://www.patreon.com/jesskovicGet the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:https://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/70Sign up for my newsletter and get FREE digital wallpapers from one of my latest patterns, MOON DANCE hereDon’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen to so you never miss an episode! You’ll get each one downloaded right to your device every Monday it comes out. This is a great way to support the show :)If you like what you hear, let people know in a review on Apple Podcasts! Another free and easy way to support.Visit my online boutique featuring exclusive designs on apparel, accessories and art prints:https://sugarbunch.store/Let's connect!Instagram - @jess_kovicTwitter - @jess_kovic

Adam Kovic and I Share Our New Hobby, 3D Printing!

This week I had the honor and pleasure of chatting with the accomplished designer, illustrator and my pal Kurtis Schureman of the Marrow lifestyle brand. I got to hear all about how he started his online store, selling his designs on apparel and accessories. I also got to pick his brain on how he's been able to establish a brand that is purposeful and full of substance. Check it out and definitely connect with Kurtis on the socials, he's a super cool dude. Tell him I sent ya ;)Visit the Marrow online store here!https://marrowcalifornia.com/Connect with Kurtis and Marrow on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/marrowcalifornia/Check out my Patreon - A royalty free stock asset service! https://www.patreon.com/jesskovicGet the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:https://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/69Sign up for my newsletter and get FREE digital wallpapers from one of my latest patterns, MOON DANCE hereDon’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen to so you never miss an episode! You’ll get each one downloaded right to your device every Monday it comes out. This is a great way to support the show :)If you like what you hear, let people know in a review on Apple Podcasts! Another free and easy way to support.Visit my online boutique featuring exclusive designs on apparel, accessories and art prints:https://sugarbunch.store/Let's connect!Instagram - @jess_kovicTwitter - @jess_kovic

Kurtis Schureman on Designing a Lifestyle Brand with Substance

I've recently been relying on my iPhone pro for some important photo projects so I wanted to share some of my tips and tricks to make the most out of mobile photography. I also ran into a very annoying mishap using the Lightroom Mobile app that I just have to share to caution the world and hopefully save some technical headaches. Get ready, it's story time! Check out my Patreon - A royalty free stock asset service! https://www.patreon.com/jesskovicGet the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:https://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/68Sign up for my newsletter and get FREE digital wallpapers from one of my latest patterns, MOON DANCE hereDon’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen to so you never miss an episode! You’ll get each one downloaded right to your device every Monday it comes out. This is a great way to support the show :)If you like what you hear, let people know in a review on Apple Podcasts! Another free and easy way to support.Visit my online boutique featuring exclusive designs on apparel, accessories and art prints:https://sugarbunch.store/Let's connect!Instagram - @jess_kovicTwitter - @jess_kovic

iPhone Photography & Lightroom Mobile Mishaps

It's a hot holiday season this year! At least it's gonna be. This year has been different in a lot of ways, that much I don't have to tell you. But what I will tell you this week is that I've been focusing on getting my online store holiday ready. I was inspired by the ladies of The Product Boss Podcast to get in gear earlier this year, because...well 2020. Here how I'm preparing and how it might help your own selling season.Check out my Patreon - A royalty free stock asset service! https://www.patreon.com/jesskovicGet the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:https://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/67Sign up for my newsletter and get FREE digital wallpapers from one of my latest patterns, MOON DANCE hereDon’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen to so you never miss an episode! You’ll get each one downloaded right to your device every Monday it comes out. This is a great way to support the show :)If you like what you hear, let people know in a review on Apple Podcasts! Another free and easy way to support.Visit my online boutique featuring exclusive designs on apparel, accessories and art prints:https://sugarbunch.store/Let's connect!Instagram - @jess_kovicTwitter - @jess_kovic

Getting Your Online Store Holiday Ready

Check it out!https://www.patreon.com/jesskovicGet the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:https://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/66Sign up for my newsletter and get FREE digital wallpapers from one of my latest patterns, MOON DANCE hereDon’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen to so you never miss an episode! You’ll get each one downloaded right to your device every Monday it comes out. This is a great way to support the show :)If you like what you hear, let people know in a review on Apple Podcasts! Another free and easy way to support.Visit my online boutique featuring exclusive designs on apparel, accessories and art prints:https://sugarbunch.store/Let's connect!Instagram - @jess_kovicTwitter - @jess_kovic

I Started a New Stock Photo Service Through Patreon!

It's been about 2 and a half I've revisited the logo and branding for my online store. It's time for a face lift. This week I'm giving you the inside scoop on why I'm mixing it up and how I went about designing the new logo. Get the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:https://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/64Sign up for my newsletter and get FREE digital wallpapers from one of my latest patterns, MOON DANCE hereDon’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen to so you never miss an episode! You’ll get each one downloaded right to your device every Monday it comes out. This is a great way to support the show :)If you like what you hear, let people know in a review on Apple Podcasts! Another free and easy way to support.Visit my online boutique featuring exclusive designs on apparel, accessories and art prints:https://sugarbunch.store/Let's connect!Instagram - @jess_kovicTwitter - @jess_kovic

How I'm Rebranding My Shopify Store

This week I'm sharing my experience in the photography industry and how I have pivoted within the industry. There are so many ways to to craft a creative career. Wanted to share the options. Additionally, I touched on my new Redbubble store in which I have leveraged my designs ons masks in an established print on demand platform.My new Redbubble store!jesskovic.redbubble.comGet the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:https://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/64Sign up for my newsletter and get FREE digital wallpapers from one of my latest patterns, MOON DANCE hereDon’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen to so you never miss an episode! You’ll get each one downloaded right to your device every Monday it comes out. This is a great way to support the show :)If you like what you hear, let people know in a review on Apple Podcasts! Another free and easy way to support.Visit my online boutique featuring exclusive designs on apparel, accessories and art prints:https://sugarbunch.store/Let's connect!Instagram - @jess_kovicTwitter - @jess_kovic

A Varied Career in Photography

Last week I had my very first virtual music recital over Zoom and this week I'm here to tell the tale. It was a little bit different, a little bit weird and a little bit cool. On this week's episode I'm sharing my experience, how I prepared, what it was like and how I felt about it. In these crazy times, I'm leaning on my creative outlets and we gotta make it happen. So Zoom it is! Be sure to check the show notes on my site in the link below to really be in the know how it went ;)Get the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:https://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/63Sign up for my newsletter and get FREE digital wallpapers from one of my latest patterns, MOON DANCE hereDon’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen to so you never miss an episode! You’ll get each one downloaded right to your device every Monday it comes out. This is a great way to support the show :)If you like what you hear, let people know in a review on Apple Podcasts! Another free and easy way to support.Visit my online boutique featuring exclusive designs on apparel, accessories and art prints:https://sugarbunch.store/Let's connect!Instagram - @jess_kovicTwitter - @jess_kovic

I Performed In a Music Recital Over Zoom

I've been in the throws of updating my portfolio website and have begun my journey into list building and email marketing. As artists, we mostly want to focus on the craft and create. As entrepreneurs, we still have to strategize the growth of our small (for now) business. List building is named as one of the top ways to cultivate and nurture your audience relationship. The sooner you start, the sooner you can start seeing real engagement. This week I'm sharing the tools that I'm using to start list building and connecting with my audience with email marketing. Get the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:https://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/62Sign up for my newsletter and get FREE digital wallpapers from one of my latest patterns, MOON DANCE hereDon’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen to so you never miss an episode! You’ll get each one downloaded right to your device every Monday it comes out. This is a great way to support the show :)If you have you can share the love on social media by tagging me @jess_kovic and hashtagging #iconfessisubscribedVisit my online boutique featuring exclusive designs on apparel, accessories and art prints:https://sugarbunch.store/Let's connect!Instagram - @jess_kovicTwitter - @jess_kovic

Why You Should Start An Email List For Your Art Business

This week I chatted with my new friend Connor Frost, musician and music coach, about all the common reasons people default to that's holding them back from producing original music. We go deep on the excuses he's heard time and time again and Connor shares his tips on how to just get started. You can connection with Connor on his website AND get hooked up with a FREE checklist and guide on how to start and finish a new song!https://www.connorfrost.com/confessionsConnect with Connor and his band on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/connorlfrost/https://www.instagram.com/dizzybatsmusic/Get the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:https://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/61Sign up for my newsletter and get FREE digital wallpapers from one of my latest patterns, MOON DANCE hereWe're also continuing with weekly drawing prompts. Have a listen and check out the full show notes for this weeks prompt to play along. You can see all of my own versions of the drawing prompts as I post them on my design portfolio Instagram account:https://www.instagram.com/jess_kovic/Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen to so you never miss an episode! You’ll get each one downloaded right to your device every Monday it comes out. This is a great way to support the show :)If you have you can share the love on social media by tagging me @jess_kovic and hashtagging #iconfessisubscribedVisit my online boutique featuring exclusive designs on apparel, accessories and art prints:https://sugarbunch.store/Let's connect!Instagram - @jess_kovicTwitter - @jess_kovic

How to Start Creating Music w/ Connor Frost

This week I've been inspired by the incredible art that has come out of the Black Lives Matter movement as well as art and graphics that have developed from the global pandemic. I'm sharing some examples in modern history were creativity has had an impact and made a statement for similarly important issues.Get the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:http://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/60We're also continuing with weekly drawing prompts. Have a listen and check out the full show notes for this weeks prompt to play along. You can see all of my own versions of the drawing prompts as I post them on my design portfolio Instagram account:https://www.instagram.com/jess_kovic/Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen to so you never miss an episode! You’ll get each one downloaded right to your device every Monday it comes out. This is a great way to support the show :)If you have you can share the love on social media by tagging me @jess_kovic and hashtagging #iconfessisubscribedVisit my online boutique featuring exclusive designs on apparel, accessories and art prints:https://sugarbunch.store/Let's connect!Instagram - @jess_kovicTwitter - @jess_kovic

Art Activism

Injustice is rampant in our country specifically affecting the black community. We're in a movement of change to a better and more inclusive society, but it's gonna take all of us to speak up and start to right the wrongs of our history and present. This extends into the art community as a disporportionate amount of black artists are being taking advantage of, disrespected and are victims of constant art theft. Today I share 2 recent stories that came through my radar. Check it out and pay attention to marginalized artists doing amazing work that needs to be shared. Get the full episodes show notes for all of the things I referenced here:http://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/59We're also continuing with weekly drawing prompts. Have a listen and check out the full show notes for this weeks prompt to play along. You can see all of my own versions of the drawing prompts as I post them on my design portfolio Instagram account:https://www.instagram.com/jess_kovic/Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen to so you never miss an episode! You’ll get each one downloaded right to your device every Monday it comes out. This is a great way to support the show :)If you have you can share the love on social media by tagging me @jess_kovic and hashtagging #iconfessisubscribedVisit my online boutique featuring exclusive designs on apparel, accessories and art prints:https://sugarbunch.store/Let's connect!Instagram - @jess_kovicTwitter - @jess_kovic

Injustice In Art

This is a short episode this week in light of recent events. Just wanted to touch base in a very emotional time. Please stay active in the fight for justice for all, but be safe/smart in the ever present pandemic and through everyone be kind to one another. Black Lives Matter.I have created this design/T-shirt inspired by the brave protesters across the nation. "Disrupt the Status Quo to Erupt Real Growth"https://sugarbunch.store/collections/new-stuff/products/disrupt-short-sleeve-unisex-t-shirt100% of the profit from sales of this product will be donated to The Bail Project. For more information on their work, see link below. https://bailproject.org/Get more information on how you can support BLM and related causesGet the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:http://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/58Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen to so you never miss an episode! You’ll get each one downloaded right to your device every Monday it comes out. This is a great way to support the show :)Visit my online boutique featuring exclusive designs on apparel, accessories and art prints:https://sugarbunch.store/Let's connect!Instagram - @jess_kovicTwitter - @jess_kovic

Disrupt the Status Quo to Erupt Real Growth

This week I'm joined by my accountability partners and fellow surface pattern designers Skye McNeill and Megan Stringfellow. We recently completed the 2020 Immersion online course on the business of Surface Pattern Design from Bonnie Christine. We invite you to join in on one of our accountability sessions as we go over our experience with the course and share our journeys within the industry. Connect with Megan Stringfellow: https://linktr.ee/stringfellowartInstagram: @stringfellowartConnect with Skye McNeillhttps://skyemcneill.com/Instagram : @skyemcneillGet the full episodes show notes for all of the things we reference here:http://www.jesskovic.com/podcast/57We're also continuing with weekly drawing prompts. Have a listen and check out the full show notes for this weeks prompt to play along. You can see all of my own versions of the drawing prompts as I post them on my design portfolio Instagram account:https://www.instagram.com/jess_kovic/Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE on whatever platform you listen to so you never miss an episode! You’ll get each one downloaded right to your device every Monday it comes out. This is a great way to support the show :)If you have you can share the love on social media by tagging me @jess_kovic and hashtagging #iconfessisubscribedVisit my online boutique featuring exclusive designs on apparel, accessories and art prints:https://sugarbunch.store/Let's connect!Instagram - @jess_kovicTwitter - @jess_kovic

Following Your Passion w/ Skye McNeill and Megan Stringfellow

Creative entrepreneur, Jess Kovic shares intimate confessions about her real real life struggle and success as an artist putting her work out into the world. Opening yourself up to display your passion is scary and can hold even the most talented artists back. We’re a fragile bunch. Get the dish on exhibiting, vendors, money talk and embarrassing tales of a creative in business. We’re name dropping here people. This podcast reveals all of her tips and tricks while figuring them out in real time so you don’t have to. In a world of Instagram highlights, many creatives share only the polished final products but rarely the hard lessons learned to get there either out of perfectionism OR fear of competition. But there’s enough room for all of us to fail forward together!

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Confessions of the Creative Kind

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