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276 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Release the Dreamer Inside Aug 13, 2021

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When you were a kid, did adults tell you to “stop dreaming and get your head out of the clouds?” What those adults didn’t understand is that dreaming is essential for creating art - and even more so for creating prophetic art. God releases the dreamer inside all of us, opening our eyes to possibilities that we’d never dare to imagine without him. As Christian artists, dreaming is in our very DNA, and it is through dreams that God reveals the secrets of His Kingdom.
In today’s podcast, I’m sharing an excerpt from a chapter in the brand-new 10th anniversary edition of my first book, “Unlocking the Heart of the Artist.” It was through learning to dream with Him that God revealed His purpose for me - to raise up an army of artists to reveal His glory all over the earth. And that revelation completely changed my life.
Dreaming allows us to access the bigger picture, to see where we fit in the glorious puzzle that God has created. Want to hear more about the role of dreaming in our lives as artists in the Kingdom? Check out the fully revised edition of Unlocking the Heart of the Artist on Amazon at the link below!
Unlocking the Heart of the Artist: 10th Anniversary Edition on Amazon (Just Released!)
https://www.amazon.com/Unlocking-Heart-Artist-Practical-Fulfilling/dp/1460930258
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275 - Prophetic Creativity: A Conversation with Caleb Culver Aug 10, 2021

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I’ve been involved in music my whole life. My mother was a music and choral teacher, and she had me singing in church and community groups as soon as they had a robe that would fit me. And I’ve always been grateful for that foundation in music because it’s also been such a big part of my relationship with the Lord. Nothing allows me to get into God’s presence and feel His pleasure and love for me as worship music.
That’s why it’s such a pleasure to introduce you to Caleb Culver on the podcast today. Caleb is a singer, songwriter, musician, and carrier of God’s presence and His Kingdom. He is the co-writer of the Grammy-nominated song “Reckless Love” from a few years ago, and he is truly a vessel for prophetic creativity, or how we engage with the Holy Spirit in the creative process. On today’s episode, we’re talking all about the gifts and challenges of prophetic creativity, how we see prophetic creativity produce results in our lives, and some of the things that we have to steward in that process to be able to be the creative Kingdom people that God has called us to be.
You can connect with Caleb via email at cculver@radiant.church, and you can follow him online at instagram.com/calebculver and twitter.com/calebculver.
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I’ve got two new books available on Amazon - be sure to check them out in print and Kindle eBook!
Prophetic Art: A Practical Guide for Creating with the Holy Spirit
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B098WHPBLS
Unlocking the Heart of the Artist: A Practical Guide to Fulfilling Your Creative Call as an Artist in the Kingdom
https://www.amazon.com/Unlocking-Heart-Artist-Practical-Fulfilling/dp/1460930258
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274 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Discover the Father's Heart for You Aug 06, 2021

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Exciting announcement time, Thriving Christian Artists!
I’m thrilled to announce that we’ve just released a 10th anniversary edition of my first book, “Unlocking the Heart of the Artist!” I have so enjoyed revisiting the book and revising the book with new stories, new revelations, and new updates from the last ten years of stepping into my own calling from the Lord and raising up this army of artists to go out and reveal His glory to the world! Revising the book after 10 years has truly been a joy, and I’m excited for you to experience it! We’re also releasing it on audiobook and ebook so you have lots of options!
In today’s episode of 5-Minute Mentoring, I’m reading an excerpt from Chapter 5 of the book, where we’re talking about discovering the Father’s heart for you through the story of the Prodigal Son, which is one of my favorites. Tune in and listen - I hope these words resonate with you and are a blessing along your own journey to discovering the Father’s heart for you!
And make sure to visit me over on Instagram and YouTube, where I’ll be sharing more excerpts of the book and what it was like to revise my own art after 10 years!
Unlocking the Heart of the Artist: 10th Anniversary Edition on Amazon (Just Released!)
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273 - Sacred Streets: A Conversation with Jason Leith Aug 03, 2021

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Artists have been using the power of art to bring people together, to express complicated emotions, and to communicate across languages and cultures for millennia. As Thriving Christian Artists, we seek to release God’s transforming power through our own art in many different media.
That’s why I am so excited about to introduce you to Jason Leith, Arts Director and Pastor at Saddleback Church in Orange County, California to share with us about Sacred Streets, a ministry that is transforming the lives of people who are often marginalized by using art to help us see what is otherwise unseen, to expose the humanity of the disenfranchised.
As we say here in the Southern U.S., Jason is “our people,” and I can’t wait for you to hear his story and receive encouragement and inspiration from him, wherever you are on your journey. I believe this podcast will heighten your awareness, expectation, and even faith for what God can begin to do in your life as you invite Him into your creative process.
To learn more about Jason and Sacred Streets, visit https://sacredstreets.org/ or connect with Jason on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jasonleithart/.
To learn more about prophetic art, check out my new book on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B098WHPBLS
Or The 2021 Definitive Guide to Prophetic Art & Creating with the Holy Spirit:
https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/what-is-prophetic-art.html
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272 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Knowing When to Raise Your Prices Jul 30, 2021

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“Your prices are too low!” they say. “You need to raise them!” But that’s easier said than done!
In today’s episode of 5-Minute Mentoring, I’m sharing some clues you can look for to know when - and how - to raise your prices to ensure that you’re building in profit so you can sustain and grow your art business.
Are you an artist struggling to price your art in a way that feels authentic to you but still returns a profit? Check out my new book and resources below for help!
How to Price Your Art: Pricing with Confidence for Sales & Profit (Book Just Released!)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B097XBP733
How To Price Your Art: The 2021 Definitive Guide to Pricing Your Art for Visual Artists
https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/how-to-price-your-art.html
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271 - Pricing Your Artwork - Artist Stories Jul 27, 2021

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As we’ve talked about in the last few episodes of the podcast, pricing your artwork can be a real pain in the derriere.

It’s a common frustration I hear from followers and students alike, and one I experienced as I developed my art business, too…

...until I finally discovered the formula and strategy that allowed me to price my work easily and competently with profit in mind. 🙌

That’s why on today’s podcast, I’m sharing some key strategies that will make pricing your art so much easier!

I’m also excited to share the stories of Liberty Worth, Monica Foye, and Linette Penney-Gainham, three powerhouse women who are incredible artists and members of our Created to Thrive Mentoring Program. Together, we’ll discuss their artwork pricing journey, from being totally confused, overwhelmed, and frustrated to now pricing their art with confidence and in a way that is growing their businesses through profit.

I can’t wait for you to meet these artists and to discover how you can grow your art business when you price your art with profit in mind.

Be sure to connect with our guests online!

Liberty Worth, @libertyworthart on Instagram

Monica Foye, @monicafoye on Instagram

Linette Penney-Gainham, @PenneyLaneStudiosArt on Instagram

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270 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Commissions, Consignment & Wholesale, O My! Jul 23, 2021

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Selling your art on commission, consignment, or wholesale can be a great way to expose new potential customers to your art and grow your client base and revenue. However, when you first start selling your art, all the terminology can be overwhelming.
Never fear! In this episode of the Thriving Christian Artist podcast, I’m breaking down exactly what it means to create and sell art on commission, consignment, or wholesale.
The key to all of this, of course, is to make sure you’re pricing your art appropriately so you can make money, create a business you love, and do the thing that God has called you to do!
Be sure to check out the link below for everything you need to know about pricing your art, including my new book and the Art Pricing Workshop!
How to Price Your Art: Pricing with Confidence for Sales & Profit (Book Just Released!)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B097XBP733
How To Price Your Art: The 2021 Definitive Guide to Pricing Your Art for Visual Artists
https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/how-to-price-your-art.html
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269 - Generational Creativity: A Conversation with Christine Raymond Jul 20, 2021

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One of the things that’s closest to the Lord’s heart is generational impact, that the work of our hearts and hands doesn't end with us - that it will continue to the next generation.
That’s why I’m so excited to introduce you to Mary, Christine, and Caitlin, three talented artists who have created a multigenerational art business that has blessed customers, clients, and other artists for 30 years now.
It’s amazing all the powerful things you can do when you co-labor with the Lord and when you simply say “Yes” to Him. As you’ll hear, Mary said Yes to the Lord’s prompting when she started her studio 30 years ago, and that step of faith has created a legacy of creativity, support, and connection within their family and beyond.
I so enjoyed my conversation with these talented artists, and I know you will, too!
Learn more about Mary, Christine, and Caitlin on their website at creativebrush.com or on Facebook and Instagram @creativebrush.
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268 - 5-Minute Mentoring: Should I Ever Give a Discount? Jul 16, 2021

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Some people just love to haggle. They enjoy the thrill of the hunt for a great deal. They LOVE getting a discount. They’ll ask for discounts on everything - just in case the answer is yes!
A lot of artists think that they have to offer a discount to get someone to buy their art - but it’s not true, and it’s not good for your business! Remember, a discount takes money right out of your pocket - and that makes your job as a business owner even harder!
If you’ve been tempted to discount your work in order to sell it, it’s time to change your mindset on discounts! I’ll tell you how in this episode of the Thriving Christian Artist podcast!
How to Price Your Art: Pricing with Confidence for Sales & Profit (Book Just Released!)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B097XBP733
How To Price Your Art: The 2021 Definitive Guide to Pricing Your Art for Visual Artists
https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/how-to-price-your-art.html
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267 - The Artist as Storyteller: A Conversation with Scott Stearman Jul 13, 2021

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When I received my commission from the Lord back in 2009 to raise up an army of artists all over the world, one of the things that He told me I would be doing was bringing the master artists and emerging artists together to learn from and walk with each other.
That’s why I’m delighted to introduce you to my friend Scott Stearman, a master sculptor, consummate encourager, and passionate storyteller who loves to use his creative gifting to release the Light and Love of Jesus wherever he goes.
Everybody talks about the power of story, but sometimes we get caught up in the idea that “story” is limited to words...when in fact, story is imbued in every piece we create.
“I want to make sure that when someone looks at my work in the future, the meaning that I intended will be clear, that I’ve told a good story.” - Scott Stearman
We are all storytellers, and our art tells a story. What story is your art telling? It’s definitely something to think about as you enjoy this episode!
Learn more about Scott on his website at scottstearman.com.
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