In this episode of the ATH Podcast, host Charuka Arora (founder of Arts to Hearts Project) sits down with Maria Brophy to talk about the real money side of being an artist — from pricing with confidence, selling art and prints, to making small but bold moves that actually build your dream career. If you’ve been wondering how to turn your art into a steady income without second-guessing yourself every step of the way, this is for you. No fluff. Just fundamental strategies and stories you can put into action.

Lizzie Glendonning takes us behind the scenes of her creative journey—from studying fashion to curating exhibitions and co-founding the Woolwich Contemporary Print Fair. In this episode, she shares how she navigated unexpected career shifts, built a thriving art event from scratch, and learned to trust her instincts along the way. Her story is an honest look at the messy, rewarding reality of working in the arts, filled with lessons on visibility, creative risk-taking, and the slow, steady work of building something meaningful.

In this episode of the Arts to Hearts Project, Bhargavi Gundala talks with Charuka about building The Art Space in Hyderabad, creating opportunities for emerging artists, and the importance of showing up even when you feel unsure. A must-listen for artists looking for support, community, and a fresh take on what it means to grow in the art world.

In this unplanned episode, host Charuka Arora returns to the mic after a long break, sharing where she’s been, what she’s been holding, and where she wants the Arts to Hearts Podcast to go next. It’s not perfect — it’s better. It’s real, in the way that matters most.

In this episode of the Arts to Hearts Podcast, Charuka Arora speaks with Dawn Bouchard, KC Christmas, and Christina Cowan—three talented artists featured in our 101 Art Book: Floral Edition. They open up about their creative journeys, the love they share for floral art, and the real-life struggles artists face, from finding their style to managing the business side of things. It’s a heartfelt and inspiring conversation about growth, passion, and the beauty of staying true to your artistic voice.

In this episode of the Arts to Hearts Podcast, curator and art advisor Liza Zhurkovskaya sits down with Charuka to talk about building an art career, supporting artists in a fast-changing digital world, and the behind-the-scenes of curating for ATH Magazine Issue 6. From her early days discovering a passion for galleries after moving to Canada, to launching her own online gallery, Liza shares honest reflections on the joys and struggles of life in the art world — and offers thoughtful advice to emerging artists trying to carve out their own path.

In this week’s podcast, Charuka Arora sits down with Sarah Sham for an honest, inspiring, and deeply relatable conversation about what it really takes to build a successful business as a woman entrepreneur. Sarah shares her journey of discovering her passion for interior design, her unconventional career path that included stints in fashion, media, and theater, and the moment she decided to carve her own niche — not just by following a family legacy but by building something of her own, brick by brick.

Throughout the episode, Sarah opens up about the personal challenges that often go unspoken — from societal pressure and self-doubt to navigating business decisions as a creative woman. She talks candidly about learning to trust herself, setting boundaries, and giving herself permission to dream big, even when the world tells you to play small.

Whether you're an artist, a designer, or a woman simply trying to juggle ambition with expectations, Sarah's story is filled with hard-won wisdom and uplifting reminders. Her words will make you feel seen, supported, and a little more courageous about taking your next step — no matter how small it may seem.

This episode is a heartfelt reminder that success doesn’t have one formula, and sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do is keep going, one step at a time.

In this episode of the Arts to Hearts Podcast, host Charuka Arora sits down with French-born, Melbourne-based artist Lucy Lucy. From leaving behind a career in international commerce to becoming a full-time artist, Lucy shares how community, color, and collaboration shaped her creative path. A heartfelt conversation about art, staying true to yourself, and finding beauty in the journey.