Leana Fischer discovered her love of painting in 2013 when she left her job as an architect and moved from Virginia to Arkansas. While Leana was in-between jobs she had a bit of time or as Leana calls it ‘white space’. She broke out her watercolour paints and quickly realised that this was what she really wanted to do.
In 2014 she opened her online shop (May We Fly). Little by little, one painting at a time, it slowly became her full-time career.
In this episode, Leana talks about building skills through rigorous practice, creating breakthrough products, setting up multiple income streams and building a small and faithful audience.
If you are thinking about starting an art business or you are in the early stages of your career, this is such a helpful conversation!
Find the show notes for this episode with all the links at https://www.laurahornart.com/thepodcast/131
Find Helen on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/mayweflydesign/
Find me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/laurahornart/
166. Taking Your Ideas Beyond the Sketchbook
165. Bucking Social Media Trends - Why Your Way Might Be Better!
164. Studio Upgrades We've Made - Celebrating One Year in the Art Cottage!
163. Embracing Artistic Exploration Without Needing To Know “The Why”
162. Persist, Pivot, or Pack It In?
161. Taking a Step Back To Inspire My Art and YouTube Channel
160. How To Find Your Creative Flow Again After a Break
159. Nostalgic Musings: Rediscovering the Joy of Being an Artist
158. How Becoming More Relaxed Improves Art & Life (Season Finale)
157. 7 Mistakes to Avoid When Making Reels and What To Do Instead
156. Pinterest Mini Training: Get More Eyes on Your Creative Work!
155. Where Do You Feel the Most Friction in Your Creative Process?
154. Old Art: Should You Keep, Transform, or Set Free?
153. Making Time for Art and Protecting Your Creative Energy!
152. Creative Crossroads: Navigating Changes in Your Art Style and Focus
151. Should You Share Your Art Process Online? Exploring the Pros and Cons
150. Aim to Be Average! The Hidden Benefits of Mediocre Days
149. Does the Perfect Art Studio Exist? (We're back with a new podcast season!)
148. Establishing a Weekly Creative Schedule. A Game-Changer for Artists!
147. Social Media Struggles: Is Instagram Still the Best App for Artists?
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