This week kicked off a new season of reinvention, and peeling back a few layers of the onion that is me.   When I reintroduced myself over on social media, I also said that I'd be shaking + mixing + spicing things up around as we head into the holiday season, which will include bespoke cocktails, new food recipes and ART….plus a creative planner coming soon…    And for you! my podcast listener, some fun + inspiring guests are on the books as well.     Which lead's me to today's new episode which I'm calling a monster (because you know Halloween is coming) mash-up of several topics from what it's like to travel during this time, tips to make your travel smoother, combined with thoughts I don't usually share and last but not least, my recommendations for two of my new favorite spots, Santa Fe + Taos New Mexico.   New Mexico Favorites for you!   Click here to head over to the blog post for an extensive list of links for you.   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday 

Creative Thursday with Marisa

255 Travel Tips with a Side of Love for Santa Fe

Do you have a love hate/relationship with social media? Do you want to create art you feel connected to and sell it to Collectors who LOVE what you create without feeling forced to bend to an algorithm? Yes! Fabulous! in a time when the demands of effectively using social media are changing (once again), it's time to revisit how you want to approach using this tool. Let's start at the beginning. There are a whole lot of mistakes I see Artists unintentionally making, simply because they don't know what they don't know. Time to change that and reconnect with why using social media is one of the most incredible, powerful tools, to yes - genuinely connect with the people who get you and your work. And if you'd like to go deeper on how to find your Collectors on social media ~  Join me for the special live workshop (+ replay if you can't join us live) "How to Find Your Collectors on Social Media" https://socialmediaforartists.shinepages.com/   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday 

254 Don't Make These Mistakes on Instagram

Nope, not talking about your day job in this episode. We're talking about the days when your dream "job" working for yourself, isn't working out the way you hoped. What's your go to? How do you handle those days when you just aren't sure if this making a living as an artist is really right for you? In this episode, I share with you one of my go to's when those challenging moments come up. Join me for the special live workshop (+ replay recording if you can't join us live) "How to Effectively Use Social Media to Market your Art" https://socialmediaforartists.shinepages.com/ You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday         

253 Don't Hand in Your Resignation

This process is my new go to when it comes to having a clear daily focus that leads to taking action on the important steps that actually move the needle forward, I'm sharing some practical steps for crafting your 90 day plan. I'm also pulling back the curtain to talk about some of the challenges I don't always speak about publicly. I explore why the well intended oversharing on social media is beginning to have a negative impact and how this is influencing my desired outcome for this quarter. And last but not least an announcement! an idea in the making for several years, I'm launching a brand new product this quarter!   Want more planning tips, dive into this mini-course I created, a gift for you! The Successful Artist's Plan  https://successfulartistsplan.com/   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

252 Crafting Your 90 Day Plan

Coming to you with a special Sunday edition of the podcast. In 2000, I started to ask myself the question, if I truly believed I could follow my dreams and become anything I want to be in this world, would this path I'm currently on, be the one I'd choose? It was answering that question that ultimately lead me to finally acknowledging that I always wanted to become an Artist. When I was easing my way into the belief that I could be an Artist, I found great comfort in listening to any and all stories from people who had been where I was, chose to pursue their passions and made it. I couldn't get enough of these stories. Let's be honest I still can't get enough. What has become my check-in, I still ask myself that question, which invites me to keep dreaming bigger. And it's listening to stories from the inspiring people out ahead of me on the journey that keeps me appreciating how far I've come and enthusiastically focused forward on all the goodness that is yet to come! I can talk endlessly about my passion for mentoring The Expansive Artists how inspired I am by their kind + generous spirits, dedication to their dream, and their incredible progress every week, not to mention their beautiful art! But today I invite them to share their stories, and experience as a member of The Expansive Artists to inspire you and give you more insight into what it's like to work with me and be a part of our incredible community if you're thinking about joining us this time! Enjoy a recording from a recent live chat. The Doors to The Expansive Artists are OPEN! only until Tuesday, September 21 @ 11:59 pm PDT Join us https://theexpansiveartists.com/ The Artists featured: (click on their names below to be taken to their websites) Eliza Day-Green Sarah Kelly Jo. D Livingston Marisa Montaldi Marie -Laure Delage-Carlson

251 Artist Success Stories - Dreaming BIG + Making it Happen

Oh do I feel ya...but It's time to get real about some truths you need to know as an Artist who wants to a grow a business and successfully sell work online. In today's episode I share with you a BIG mistake I made about 6 years back, adopting a certain attitude shall we say...when it comes to working with the inevitable changes of the internet and specifically social media. As someone who once complained about the time it took to keep a regular blog posting several times a week, my how we've grown! This is a feisty one, get ready...and enjoy! And pssst...a quick head's up, we're opening the doors to The Expansive Artists tomorrow, Friday September 17. To be the very first to know be sure to join the Waitlist here.   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

250 I Don't Wanna Do Reels!

If you care about about INTEGRITY, the value of creative work, and rights for Artists, this should make you angry. I have a documentary to recommend, along with a personal story about a collaboration that almost went very wrong. If any of what I share is a shock to you, then we as Artists haven't been truthful about our experiences. One of the reasons Artists continue to find themselves in these kind of predicaments is because we're not talking honestly, and making educated business decisions, especially when it comes to collaborating. It's time for that to change. Here's to empowering Independent Artists and helping you to build a Thriving Business Online. Join me for the Sell A Piece of Art Challenge starting Monday sellmyartthisweek.com   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

249 This Might Make You Angry

Are you afraid of making a “wrong” decision when it comes to building your online shop? One of the questions I get asked the most by the Artists I mentor is “what website, e-commerce platform do I choose for my online shop?” followed by “how do I know for sure, that it's the right one for me?” So often our fear of making the wrong decision keeps us from making any decision at all, which in turn keeps us in a holding pattern ~ what I refer to as paused versus progressing. In this week's episode, I'm getting super practical and sharing my top 3 online platforms, and I step you through exactly why these are my favorites.   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday         

248 Choosing the RIGHT Online Shop Platform

In November 2018 I had an idea around how to support + celebrate independent Artists more... and this Sunday, August 29 it's game on! First things first! You're invited! Join us for our FIRST (what we hope to be the first of many) virtual art event + pop-up gallery; Small Studio Sunday. It's free to attend, just be sure to register here for your invite so you'll be first to view the pop-up gallery as soon as it goes live on Sunday, August 29, along with the link to join us for our privately hosted LIVE events lead by our participating Artists, including creative demos, studio tours and art talks, including one over on Clubhouse with myself + our Artists! In today's episode I share with you the full story of the inspiration behind Small Studio Sunday and the vision I have for supporting independent artists, and this event going forward. If you're an Artist who would like the opportunity to apply for future events, at this time Small Studio Sunday is open exclusively for our Expansive Artists members, so be sure join the Waitlist here to be the first to know the next time we open the doors.    Register for the invite to attend Small Studio Sunday, August 29 Join the Expansive Artists Waitlist for the opportunity to apply for future events   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

247 Let me tell you about our FIRST Small Studio Sunday! (happening this Sunday!)

Repeat after me: “I am an artist.” In today’s episode we continue the conversation kicked off last week about what having your own art business will make possible for you, and today I answer a question inspired one of our Expansive Artist members, Michelle about “How to find Your Artistic Voice?” How do you find your signature style as an Artist, especially when you're just starting out. In this episode I share three approaches for helping you cultivate the artist within yourself. Let's explore the answers to these questions: How does allowing yourself to be influenced by the work others help you to let your unique style shine through? How can collaboration help you to grow as an artist? How often should you focus on your art? How much time are you willing to invest in the practice of your art? Cultivating creativity will help you to piece together your own heart and your uniqueness to find what makes your work special.   Join us for Small Studio Sunday   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

246 How to Find Your Artistic Voice

What did I hope having my own Art business would make possible for me? I was recently reminded of the power in answering 1 simple question. As I continue to explore new directions with my painting, I've been re-connected to that feeling of beginning, anticipation and enthusiasm for what's next with trepidation over all the uncertainty.  I had NO idea, if I could actually create this career as an Artist, but I knew I had to try. On today's podcast episode I share with you, what the beginning was like for me, why I really started my Art business and if it's lead to where I thought it would, while also sharing what I think having an Art business today could make possible for you!   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday         

What would having your own Art business make possible for you?

Do you sometimes wonder if you're sabotaging yourself? getting in your own way of success? Has anyone ever called you emotional? Have you felt especially tender when exposed to certain experiences in your life. And have you ever wondered if it's just you, or are Artists really more sensitive than other people?  If you aren't yet familiar with the work of Dr. Don Wood, you're in for a treat today, so many answers to questions that you may have been wondering about for a lifetime.  This is an episode you'll want to save and listen to again. Find comfort in knowing that you're not alone. Learn more about the life changing work of Dr. Wood, with a special limited offer exclusively for Creative Thursday listeners. Click here to learn more

244 Healing Trauma for Artists with Dr. Don Wood

What's it really take to be a professional Artist? How many hours are you supposed to work to make your dream a reality. In this episode I share the truth of what's involved to growing an online business in today's climate and how the landscape is starting to change. You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday

243 How Much Do You Need to Hustle?

As I come to the close of a season of learning + growing + did I say learning and more growing? It's time to take what I've learned and begin a new season, both personally and professionally. We're doing things a bit different this summer. Tune into this episode for all the details.   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday  

242 Changes starting now!

I shared a few weeks ago about my first therapy session specific to EMDR and the outpouring of encouragement and support (from you!, thank you!) inspired me to share some more thoughts on the start to this journey. And if you'd like me to share more with you, let me know. I believe the more we are willing to be vulnerable and open up (to whatever degree we are comfortable sharing) about our journey around healing, the more the world heals together. xo   You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday         

Embarking on my Journey of Healing with EMDR

Marisa Anne Cummings, a Los Angeles based artist + author + entrepreneur, actually started the Creative Thursday podcast in 2006. What? what! how is that even possible? And yes! she wishes she had kept it going after all these years. Yet as a small business owner, maybe you can relate? choices needed to be made, and a passion for painting and continuing to build her art business became her focus. Cut to over a decade later, armed with SO many more lessons learned, and a - can no longer be suppressed - desire to share them with you! Marisa is ready to make a return to one of the first creative mediums she loved, podcasting! Even more fired up than before, Marisa is looking forward to picking up where she left off on her creative journey through both - one her favorite things to do - having thoughtful, inspiring, keeping it real, conversations with fellow Creatives + Business Owners along with offering her own perspective as an artist and entrepreneur, traversing this online world. We’re talking everything from life + business + creativity + entrepreneurship.

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