In this episode, I’m joined by Kennedy B. Holley (KBH), an artist known for her expressive, layered work and thoughtful approach to building a long-term creative career. We talk about what it really takes to sustain an art practice over time—balancing studio work, life seasons, energy, and growth without burning out or losing momentum.

This conversation is honest, reassuring, and deeply practical for artists who want longevity—not just quick wins.

Perfect for artists who want to build a career that fits their life, trust their process, and keep showing up to the work.

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In this episode, we sit down with Walker Antonio, a Virginia-based Filipino-American painter whose work blurs the boundaries between the real and surreal, the physical and psychological. Working primarily on a large scale, Walker's process moves from energetic chaos to deliberate refinement—a philosophy that extends to his remarkable career trajectory.

Just 18 months after graduating from Wofford College with his BA in Studio Art and Art History, Walker has built an impressive professional practice. He shares his unconventional journey from receiving the 2023 Whetsell Family Fellowship to spending 10 months at a ski resort in Germany, and how he quickly gained representation with three galleries upon returning stateside.

We dive into Walker's evolving artistic practice—from large-scale figurative works exploring themes of environment and identity to experimental 6x6-inch pieces that challenge his understanding of composition. He opens up about the pivot points in his career, including creating 34 pieces in 10 days during the Foundation House Artist Residency and showing alongside Picasso and Basquiat at the Palm Beach Modern Contemporary Art Fair.

As the first visual artist selected for the Kenan-Lewis Fellowship at Woodberry Forest School, Walker offers candid insights on balancing teaching, pursuing his MA in Fine Arts from Falmouth University, and managing the business side of art. He emphasizes the power of authentic networking over social media growth, the many hats artists must wear (accountant, marketer, graphic designer), and why he's chosen to avoid commissions to protect his creative vision.

With solo exhibitions at Stevenson & Co. (Charleston, SC) and the Rhodes Art Center (Gill, MA) in 2025, plus upcoming shows at Sheridan Studios (Macon, GA) in February 2026 and the Baker Gallery (Woodberry Forest, VA) in November 2026, Walker's career is rapidly expanding. His work has been published in American Art Collector and Suboart Magazine, with forthcoming publication in the Penn Journal of Arts and Sciences.

Whether you're an emerging artist or simply curious about the art world, Walker's perspective on treating Instagram as a living portfolio, his strategic approach to artist residencies (including his upcoming 2026 Elf School of the Arts Residency), and his commitment to "just keep going" will inspire you to pursue your creative path with intention and authenticity.

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Why do collectors hesitate to buy art — even when they love your work?

In this solo episode of The Art Coaching Club podcast, I’m breaking down why collectors don’t buy art, using real conversations I hear again and again from artists inside The Club and in one-on-one coaching.

If you’ve ever thought:

• “People love my work, but they’re not buying”

• “Maybe my prices are too high”

• “Maybe my art just isn’t good enough”

This episode is for you.

We’ll dig into the art sales psychology behind collector hesitation and talk through what actually stops collectors from buying art — and why it’s usually not about talent, trends, or Instagram reach.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why collectors don’t buy when they’re unsure (not uninterested)

• The biggest misunderstanding artists have about how collectors decide what to buy

• Why price often feels unclear, not wrong

• Why cheap art doesn’t sell the way artists think it will

• How context, confidence, and clarity help collectors move forward

• What artists misinterpret when collectors go quiet

• How to guide collectors without pressure or awkwardness

Buying art is a luxury decision, not a rational transaction — and understanding that changes everything about how you sell, follow up, and build long-term collector relationships.

This episode is especially helpful if you want to:

• Attract art collectors, not just followers

• Understand why interest doesn’t always turn into sales

• Sell art with more confidence and professionalism

• Build a sustainable art career without slashing prices or chasing trends

These are the exact conversations we go deeper into inside The Club, where artists learn how to sell their work with clarity, confidence, and integrity — without guessing or burning out.

Subscribe for more solo episodes on pricing, collectors, artist business strategy, and building a career that actually lasts.

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