If you’re an artist living with a chronic condition, this episode is from someone in the same boat. I share how licensing art for hotels and corporate spaces has allowed me to earn income with less physical effort, fewer demands, and more room for my health.

00:39 The Challenges of Traditional Art Sales 02:21 The Benefits of Licensing Art to Consultants 03:13 Component 1: Less Marketing Effort 05:34 Component 2: Easy Communication 07:09 Component 3: No Hard Physical Labor 10:16 Component 4: Major Financial Potential 12:21 Managing Income and Financial Stability 14:10 Conclusion and Next Steps

• Listen to "Licensing art for Hotels"
• Listen to "Why working with art consultants is perfect for introverted artist with social anxiety"

• If it feels like the next right move for you, dive into "How to License Your Art for Hotels" guide
• Follow me on Threads @thequietlythrivingartist

Hi! I'm Patricia Vargas, and in this episode of the Quietly Thriving Artist, I'm answering a question I recently got on my Threads: Can you license your art for hotels, even if you're an international artist? The short answer is yes, but let's dive into how that works.

• 00:00:28 The global hotel market
• 00:01:11 Highlighting the local culture with art
• 00:03:41 Global opportunities for artists

• Read the transcript for this episode here.
• Listen to the first episode of the season, "Licensing Your Art for Hotels"
• Curious to know more about licensing your art for hotels and working with art consultants? Get the beginner's guide here. International artists, click here for the guide
• Follow me on Threads @thequietlythrivingartist and join the conversation.

In this episode of Quietly Thriving Artist, I, Patricia Vargas, share with you four reasons why working with art consultants is a perfect fit for introverted artists with social anxiety. Let's dive in!

• 00:28 What art consultants are recap
• 01:00 The hidden strength of introverts
• 01:25 Reason 1: Working with individuals
• 03:04 Reason 2: Communicating through email
• 04:40 Reason 3: Minimal pitching and outreach
• 07:14 Reason 4: You don't need a large audience

• Read the transcript on thequietlythrivingartist.com
• Want to learn more about what art consultants do? Listen to the previous episode, "Licensing art for hotels
• Want to license your art to hotels? Check out my beginner-friendly step-by-step guide.
• Follow on Threads

In this episode, I, Patricia Vargas, will share with you the exciting world of licensing your art for hotels. First, we'll cover the basics of what licensing is and how it works when you're licensing for hotels, including who to work with. I'll also share a bit of my personal experience of breaking into this niche market.

00:00:14 Understanding art licensing 00:01:45 Licensing Art for Hotels 00:03:48 How art consultants can help 00:06:12 Example of licensing for a hotel 00:06:56 Benefits of licensing over selling physical prints 00:08:22 Conclusion and next steps

• Read the transcript here.
• Start your hotel licensing journey with the How to License Your Art to Hotels guide
• Come say "hi!" on Threads @thequietlythrivingartist

And don't miss next week's episode on why working with art consultants is great for introverted artists!

I'm back from my hiatus with fresh plans for the Quietly Thriving Artist podcast, and a little health update. The podcast will now focus on licensing art for hotels, restaurants, and other commercial spaces. And in future episodes, I'll share what I have learned over the past 9 years in this industry, and, of course, add the flavor of being an introverted artist with a chronic condition. The first episode is already out- listen to it right after this one!

• Read the transcript

• Listen to the first full episode of the season: Licensing Your Art For Hotels

• Join the conversation on Threads

In this episode, I’m diving into six common pricing mistakes that so many artists (my past self included!) make when selling art prints. We’ll talk about why looking at what others charge can lead you astray, how vague pricing formulas can actually hurt your sales, and why it’s so easy to undervalue your work, and more!

00:46 The Importance of Pricing Art Prints Correctly 01:43 Common Pitfall #1: Comparing Prices with Other Artists 03:38 Common Pitfall #2: Not Knowing Your Costs and Goals 05:40 Common Pitfall #3: Relying on Vague Pricing Formulas 08:25 Common Pitfall #4: Equating Experience with Value 09:49 Common Pitfall #5: Getting Stuck in Research Mode 10:50 Common Pitfall #6: Letting Money Mindset Hold You Back 13:34 Recap and Final Thoughts

* Pricing Art Prints Mini Workshop: https://thequietlythrivingartist.com/products/pricing-art-prints-mini-workshop

In this episode, I’m sharing a personal update on my health and how it’s been affecting my art business. Recently, I’ve been dealing with chronic pain and reduced mobility, which has really forced me to slow down and rethink how I operate.

I talk about the practical steps I'm to keep things going while I navigate this new reality — like focusing on repurposing existing artwork instead of pressuring myself to create something new, and giving older pieces new life in different formats.

I hope this episode feels supportive for anyone else going through something similar.

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• Show notes & Transcript

• Episode Mentioned: E10: Diversifying Your Art Business for Sustainable Growth

• Episode Mentioned: E12 Is Your Art Business Prepared for Emergencies?

• My favorite print-on-demand company - Printful

• I use Shopify for my art website Parima Studio

• Learn 7 different ways to create passive income from your art - Passive Revenue Streams for Artists

In this episode I dive into a topic that's super important but often missed by artists: Can your business handle an emergency? I discuss how crises can shake up art businesses and share some practical tips to keep things running smoothly, even when chaos hits. From saving up and creating passive income to outsourcing and automating your marketing, I provide the lowdown on keeping your business steady during tough times. Tune in for insights on building a resilient business that can withstand the unexpected.

00:17 Can Your Business Handle an Emergency? 00:42 Personal Experience with the L.A. Fires 03:47 The Importance of Preparing Your Business for the Unexpected 05:17 Creating a Resilient Business 06:23 Financial Strategies for to Get Through Emergencies 07:23 Generating Passive Income 12:07 Keeping Things Running During Emergencies 16:34 Communicating with Your Audience 19:49 Recap and Final Thoughts

Shownotes & Transcript: https://thequietlythrivingartist.com/blogs/podcast/e12-is-your-art-business-prepared-for-emergencies

•Mentioned Episodes:

E10 | 5 ways to diversify your art business for sustainable growth

•Leverage your existing art to create passive income. Learn how with Passive Revenue Streams for Artists