They Don’t Teach This Stuff in Art School...
Last week, I enrolled in Emily Jefford's 12-week business course for creatives called Making Art Work. I'm so full of anticipation for the growth that I'm going to experience in the process that I wanted to put it on your radar before doors close on Thursday, February 25, 2021! I'm a marketing partner and a returning guest expert inside the course, yes, but I'm also a curious young creative with big dreams and a whole lot of practical questions about how exactly to reach them.
If you haven't met Emily yet or heard about Making Art Work, watch this video real quick:
Isn’t that video beautiful? Feeling motivated? Have a few goosebumps? Yeah, same here.
You may not know this about me, but as much as I enjoy designing, I'd say my true loves are painting, drawing, and sculpting. Fine art is my jam. I don't spend nearly enough time on it (my portfolio feels a bit sad at the moment actually), but it's the kind of work that brings me the most joy.
In 2017, I graduated from art school, and while I would have loved to dive straight into a studio practice and a business in selling my artwork, I hadn't a single clue about how to do that. My four years as an art major taught me how to MAKE artwork - about materials and techniques and history and so on - and don't get me wrong, it was a valuable experience for so many reasons. But the thing that art school didn't teach me was how to make a LIVING with my art - how to market art in a fast-moving digital environment, attract collectors, license work, approach/partner with gallerys, etc.
While I was still in school, I was so lucky when I got the chance to experience a design internship in my third year. Through generous mentors at the time, I gained an understanding of how to take my skills in drawing and my artistic style and apply them to graphic design. It was an invaluable summer. I learned all about branding, how to build a strong brand, and how to work with real-life clients in the process of creating one with them. This is the path that led us to Chez Núñez (!!!) and I'm thankful for every step and every lesson learned along the way. It's what led me here, craving even more.
Long story short, while I was still in school, I worked out the foundation of my process as a freelance designer. Once I graduated, I threw myself into the work full time - still learning and growing as a creative entrepreneur with each new project. If the journey has taught me anything, it's taught me these things: I'm the only one who's responsible for my career as an artist, and sometimes the best resources are offered outside of the traditional classroom.
At the moment, I'm in a season of life where I'm ready to become a student again, and rather than go back to college, I'm investing in a course that I trust will propel me even further towards the dreams that I have as a professional artist. A course that's going to teach me all the things they DIDN'T offer in art school.
I believe in Emily's mission, insight, and the quality of what she's offering inside Making Art Work. If you're a fellow creative business owner looking to grow, then I also believe that this course might be a good fit for you.
If you're interested in signing up and going through Making Art Work with me this year, then I made a bonus bundle for you when you join through THIS LINK!
Once the course is rolling in March, I'll be in your inbox with four digital goods from Chez Núñez to help inspire and enhance your creative work:
How to Style Flatlays: E-Book + Video Workshop
5 Customizable Brand Style Guides
ALL 8 Original CN Fonts
Complete Lightroom Preset Bundle: No. 1 + No. 2 (for Desktop + Mobile)
That's a combined value of $250!!
I know how confusing and scary it can sometimes feel to try and make a living as a creative. I also know that there's often a limit to what we can figure out all on our own - sometimes, we just need an experienced voice in our ears, telling us exactly how to map out our path for growth, and cheering us along through the ups and downs. I'm going to trust Emily and her Making Art Work community to be that voice for me this year; if you feel so moved, you’re invited to do the same!!
Remember, DOORS CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 25, 2021.
Hope to see you inside! - Anna
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