Creatives Get Real

Latest Episodes:

051: Connection as an Art Tool Jul 09, 2020

Show notes

Roben-Marie Smith and Sandi Keene discuss personal connection as an art tool in your creative life on the first episode of Season Three!
KEY POINTS:

How one-to-one or global community attachments can change you as an artist
Virtual work-togethers that inspire and encourage all the participants
Tap Into your Creativity in My Studio series with @SandraFeleArt episode with Roben-Marie
The resurgence of "snail-mail" in the artist's community as a way of connecting

LINKS
Roben-Marie:
Website
Courses
Maker's Tech U
Sandi Keene:
Website
Popup Art Classes
Coaching

050: Six Tips for Finding Your Voice - Season Two Final May 28, 2020

Show notes

Voice in written word is a very misunderstood topic that we are taking on with tips to help you. We share our own experiences with voice, confidence and fears.
- Rely on your speaking voice - see the corollary between writing and speaking.
- Create a simple daily writing practice (10 minutes/day)
- Write to one person rather than the masses
- Understanding your purpose or goals with the writing
- Work from an outline or notes
- Talk it out with a friend taking notes
We will be taking June off and will be back in July with a new season of topics.
OUR LINKS
Sandi Keene:
Website
Popup Art Classes
Coaching
Instagram
Roben-Marie:
Website
Courses
Maker's Tech U
Instagram

049: Five Tips for Finding Your Art Style May 21, 2020

Show notes

Roben-Marie & Sandi discuss how to discover or recognize your creative style. We discuss the evolution and growth that happens in your style over the years. Redefining failure as a positive step in growth.

5 Tips for Finding Your Style:
- Take classes
- Experiment in different mediums
- Evaluate why you like certain Instagram posts
- Start a Pinterest board or Instagram collection
- Looking at your past work

LINKS
Roben-Marie:
Website
Courses
Maker's Tech U
Sandi Keene:
Website
Popup Art Classes
Coaching

048: 10 Ways to Take Advantage of Blocks of Time to Boost Your Creative Business May 14, 2020

Show notes

In this episode of the Creatives Get Real podcast, Roben-Marie and Sandi are offering ways you can use this unusual time to boost your business. They list 10 categories for business growth.
1. Build your Social Media audience
2. Creating/Updating your website
3. Learn Affiliate programs
4. Join a business class or Membership site
5. Build your email list
6. Send a newsletter
7. Upgrade your photography skills
8. Hire a coach
9. Find an accountability partner
10. Barter skills
OUR LINKS
Sandi Keene:
Website
Popup Art Classes
Coaching
Instagram
Roben-Marie:
Website
Courses
Maker's Tech U
Instagram

047: 14 Ways to Boost Your Creativity May 07, 2020

Show notes

In this episode of the Creatives Get Real podcast, Roben-Marie and Sandi are offering 14 ways to boost your creativity. Whether it’s a “shelter in place”, an online challenge or a vacation-how do you take advantage of a block of time to boost your creativity?
Ideas Discussed:
1. Participate in an online community
2. Organize your studio
3. Develop a daily creative habit
4. Take/Finish an online class
5. Join a live-stream paint-along
6. Start and Inspiration Journal
7. Create goals & action steps via a list
8. Learn color mixing and find your palette
9. Buy a new art book or magazine
10. Borrow supplies from a friend
11. Get a creativity partner
12. Join an online challenge
13. Making gifts for others
14. Post on Instagram
LINKS
Roben-Marie:
Website
Courses
Maker's Tech U
Sandi Keene:
Website
Popup Art Classes
Coaching

046: From the Archives - The 24 Hour Rule Apr 30, 2020

Show notes

The 24 Hour Rule is so important in our personal, business and social media lives. In this episode we re-play our most requested episode. It a great reminder of taking your time before you make an important decision and how to say no gracefully yet effectively. Enjoy it for the first time or take another listen. It is a valuable reminder we all need!
OUR LINKS
Sandi Keene:
Website
Popup Art Classes
Coaching
Instagram
Roben-Marie:
Website
Courses
Maker's Tech U
Instagram

045: Creme Brulee or Cookies? Apr 23, 2020

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Roben-Marie and Sandi talk about their favorites in 25 categories. This light and frothy episode is meant for entertainment while you create, cook or unload the dishwasher yet again. Spend a little time getting to know them a better. They would love to hear your favorites as well so tag them on Instagram: @robenmarie and @sandikeene.
Our Favorites Categories: Book, Dessert, Meal, Song, Best Vacation Ever, Getaway Place, Soap, Candle Scent, Potato Chips, Chocolate, Hot Drink/Cold Drink, Thing to Get in the Mail, TV Show Past/Present, Movie, Binge Worthy Guilty Pleasure, Perfume, YouTube Channel, Podcast, Purse Snack, Paint Color, Paper, Brush Brand, Online Art Store, Gift Shop and Inspirational Book.
LINKS
Roben-Marie:
Website
Courses
Maker's Tech U
Sandi Keene:
Website
Popup Art Classes
Coaching

044: Five Creative Uses for Every Day Craft Products Apr 16, 2020

Show notes

Sandi & Roben-Marie each take a common art/crafting item and find 5 creative uses that perhaps you had not considered. This is another episode in our quarantine sessions during the COVID-19 2020 lockdown.
OUR LINKS
Sandi Keene:
Website
Popup Art Classes
Coaching
Instagram
Roben-Marie:
Website
Courses
Maker's Tech U
Instagram

043: What Are You Doing For Comfort? Apr 09, 2020

Show notes

Our first podcast dealing with the quarantine situation. Like you, we are struggling with our new normal and are seeking ways to find joy in our daily life. We are sharing a list of the things that are creating light, laughter and comfort. We hope that one or two of these might help you as well.
Mentioned:
The app Roben-Marie mentioned is Marco Polo.
The Instagram account Sandi mentioned is @goodnews_movement
The 100 Day Project can be found HERE.
LINKS
Roben-Marie:
Website
Courses
Maker's Tech U
Sandi Keene:
Website
Popup Art Classes
Coaching