In this episode of The Art Coaching Club Podcast, Hayley sits down with Meredith Kinney, an artist and designer known for her botanical-inspired, textural paintings. With a background in graphic design and fine arts, Meredith shares how she transitioned into a full-time art career, developed her unique artistic style, and built a thriving creative business.

We dive into:

• Meredith’s journey from graphic design to fine art

• How she cultivated her signature aesthetic

• The challenges of balancing creativity with entrepreneurship

• Marketing strategies that have helped her grow her audience

• Her vision for expanding into collaborations, textiles, and wallpapers

This conversation is perfect for artists and creatives looking to refine their style, market their work effectively, and build a sustainable business they love.

Learn more about Meredith here.

Meredith's daily blocks: https://drive.google.com/file/d/13gTnwaXqzICcBLpwlcez1nXcjktud_RH/view?usp=sharing

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In this episode of The Art Coaching Club Podcast, I sit down with Charleston-based artist Sally Bunting, whose deeply personal collections of minnows and butterflies have captured hearts and sparked meaningful conversations about inclusion, motherhood, and creative identity.

Sally shares her journey to becoming a full-time artist—starting with an internship that changed her path, the courage it took to share her first collection publicly, and how her life as a mother of three has become the foundation of her artistic voice.

Inside this episode, we explore:
– Navigating the leap from stay-at-home mom to working artist
– Finding creative inspiration in everyday family life
– The stories behind her collections
– Balancing studio time with motherhood and protecting creative energy
– Embracing vulnerability and advocating through art
– The power of inclusion, storytelling, and quality over quantity in a creative career

Sally’s honest and grounded perspective will resonate with anyone building a life where art and personal growth intersect. Whether you're a parent, an artist, or someone seeking creative courage, this episode is a powerful reminder that your story is worth telling—and your art can be a vehicle for something bigger.

https://www.instagram.com/sally_b_art/

In this episode of The Art Coaching Club Podcast, I chat with Mississippi-based artist Adam Trest, whose whimsical, pattern-rich style has grown from fine art roots into a full-blown creative business spanning product design, licensing, and storytelling.

Adam shares how he found his voice as an artist, transitioned from painting portraits to developing a recognizable, license-ready style, and built a business alongside his wife that blends creative joy with entrepreneurial strategy.

🎨 Inside this episode, we discuss:

• Adam’s early influences and the Southern artists who shaped his visual language

• How he evolved from studio painting to fabric, tile, and product design

• Lessons learned from launching a wholesale business and retail storefront

• Why email marketing became his most reliable tool for connecting with collectors

• The power of storytelling and authenticity in growing a brand

• Advice for artists exploring licensing and creative business expansion

Whether you're curious about turning your art into products, growing your audience off social media, or staying true to your style while scaling—this episode is filled with wisdom and inspiration.

Learn more about Adam on his website and Instagram.