309 - The Realities of Thriving as a Full Time Artist : A Conversation with Luke Allsbrook

Send us a text Whether you’re at church, a party, or on an airplane, small talk often starts with the simple question, “So what do you do?” If you struggle to answer this question with, “I’m an artist,” just know that the struggle is real. Between the reality of repeated rejection and the tenuous track of securing a spot in tenured teaching, a full-time art career has a reputation as a really risky business. Around here we don’t shy away from the realities of a career as a thriving Christian artist - so get ready for real talk on what it really takes to make a real living in the fine arts with Luke Allsbrook. In this episode, Luke and I discuss why finding peace in your art is so vital to the creative process - and how a lack of peace takes a toll on your art and your well-being. Luke shares about how to cultivate a place of peace and intimacy in the creative process. Luke is a contemporary realist painter. In over 25 years as a professional fine artist, he’s produced a prolific volume of work for display in galleries, museums, and private collections all over the world - including Prince Charles’s private collection! He’s become one of the most talented and celebrated artists in the contemporary art scene. Yet he’s also one of the most humble people I know. We’re looking forward to Luke Allsbrook sharing his wisdom and knowledge as a keynote speaker at our highly anticipated Gathering of Artisans. More details to come out in spring of 2022. In the meantime, connect with Luke at his website, https://lukeallsbrook.com Connect with Matt online: www.matttommeymentoring.com www.instagram.com/thethrivingchristianartist www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist You can also watch this podcast on YouTube at youtube.com/matttommeymentoring . Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! Find out more about The Created to Thrive Foundations Course Fuel Your Creative Calling with Weekly Encouragement Join thousands of Christian artists who are growing in faith, creativity, and purpose. Subscribe to The Thriving Christian Artist Weekly and receive powerful, faith-filled content every week—designed to encourage your heart, spark your creativity, and equip you to walk boldly in your God-given calling as an artist. 👉 Click here. It’s free. It’s faith-filled. And it’s just for you.