About this episode
Order your exclusive da Vinci BoldBrush paintbrush set! https://brushoffer.com/collections/boldbrush Learn the magic of marketing with us here at BoldBrush! https://www.boldbrushshow.com/ Get over 50% off your first year on your artist website with FASO: https://www.FASO.com/podcast/ --- To kick off season 9, we sat down with Brienne Brown, a plein air painter with a love for both oils and watercolor. Brienne shares her journey from a career in the sciences to becoming a full-time artist, explaining how her background in science has helped her art and teaching. She also discusses the the importance of finding one's artistic voice through consistent practice, comparing it to developing your own handwriting. She also described her transition from oils to watercolor and her introduction to plein air painting, which became one of her main callings. She also tells us about her sales strategies emphasizing the importance of connecting with people and how authenticity is your greatest sales tool. We also talked about the supportive nature of art communities, seeking out small-business classes, and the need to focus on personal fulfilment and authenticity rather than just financial success or pleasing others. Brienne also shares her advice for those seeking to become full-time artists, including the importance of improving their craft, networking, and finding supplemental income streams. Finally, Brienne tells us about her upcoming participation at the Catalina Wildside Show and the Laguna Plein Air Painters Invitational. Brienne's FASO site: https://www.briennembrown.com/ Brienne's online courses: https://www.travelingcolorsstudio.com/ Brienne's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briennembrownartist Brienne's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/brienne.m.brown/