‘When it becomes about money, it loses pleasure.’- Jean Charmed I’m Sure.
Jean Van Brederode, the founder at Charmed I’m Sure Studio, shares tips on how to build a successful art business.
She has an Etsy shop that's been online since 2007, and has sold thousands of items through her Etsy shop.Jean, has an in-home workshop to train artists in her home.
Jean is a retired teacher who continues to be a part of the noble profession today, training artists and learning more on art too.
Give this podcast episode a keen listening and learn more on how to come out victorious in the art industry. Go to theArtistAppeals.com to get free artist resources.
In The Artist Appeals Today, you’ll hear:
[02:40] – Jean’s backstory before Charmed I’m Sure.
[05:10] – What inspired Jean’s business name, “ Charmed, I'm Sure."
[06:30] – How Jean settled for jewelry art and the enameling inspiration.
[10:00] – How Jean developed her first Art class.
[13:00] – Methods deployed by Jean in educating people.
[14:00] – Jean’s current business goal.
[17:00] – Jean’s input on pricing in the Art industry.
[22:03] – Jean shares on the power of presentation of her products in the business.
[24:36] – The power of storytelling in sales.
[25:51] – Benefits of amplifying your art business through networking.
[27:40] –Jean's take on contracts, licensing, and protection rhythms in business.
[32:00] – How Jean measures and celebrates her success.
[33:40] – Jean's favorite story that lured her into enameling.
[37:00] – Book Recommendations.
[41:42] –The attempt to have Jean sell off her business.
RESOURCES
Art and Soul Retreat.
Charmed I’m Sure Studio.
Glenny Moir
Richard Salley
Jane Wayne
Jeanine Gibbons
Erin Sparler
Jean Van B.
The Art of Enameling- Linda Darty
How to Steal like an Artist- Austin Kleon
The Artist Appeals Podcast
Enamel Warehouse
Artist Appeals Resources - Link