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The Professional Artist Podcast: Art Business Transformations

The Professional Artist Podcast: Art Business Transformations

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If you want to make it in the art world, talent is key - but so is mastering the business side. The Professional Artist Podcast is where fine artists and commerce meet. Co-hosts Miguel L. Mayher and Cristina Demiany guide visual artists through an audio gallery, exploring how to show and sell your art, land commissions, apply for artist grants, license your art, and much more. This is where your art career begins to grow. Miguel L. Mayher is the Director of Education at the Professional Artist Association. Previously, he worked with Google Arts & Culture, striking partnerships with national museums. He is also a Global Economic Symposium Young Fellow and a One Young World Ambassador. Cristina Demiany is a Senior Art Business Coach at the Professional Artist Association. She formerly served as Senior Program Manager at Sotheby’s Institute of Art and as Executive Director of the National Children’s Chorus. The Professional Artist Association is a global organization dedicated to providing real-world education for visual artists, including painters, sculptors, and fine art photographers.© Professional Artist Association Arte Economía Gestión y Liderazgo Liderazgo
Episodios
  • How Artists Fund Public Art Projects (Without a Gallery or Big Budget)
    Jan 13 2026
    In this episode of The Professional Artist Podcast, Professional Artist Association member and contemporary sculptor Lisa Roet is featured by the Professional Artist Association (https://professionalartist.com/join), the world's fastest-growing global community for committed fine artists.Lisa is an Australian artist whose work examines the shared DNA and emotional terrain between humans and primates. Working across monumental public sculpture, film, installation, and research-based practice, her art asks urgent questions about biodiversity, evolution, and what it means to be human—making complex ideas visible at a public scale.For more than three decades, Lisa has built an international career outside the traditional gallery system. Her projects are frequently realized through grants, institutional partnerships, and cross-sector collaborations, requiring long-term vision, rigorous research, and sophisticated logistical planning.In this deep dive, Lisa offers a rare and transparent look at what it takes to sustain large-scale, public-facing art. She breaks down how artists can navigate funding bodies, structure partnerships that protect creative control, and balance artistic risk with the practical realities of production.This episode offers essential insight for artists interested in public work, ambitious projects, and alternative career models—showing how research-driven practice, strategic collaboration, and persistence can support a long-term, impactful art career beyond the gallery system.“ You have to be careful with understanding how markets are working… who your client base is, being genuine with yourself and being careful with your practice while at the same time taking risks.”— Lisa RoetTimestamps:00:00 Introduction01:32 Importance of Research in Artistic Practice04:10 The Influence of Jane Goodall on Lisa's Work08:10 Creation and Concept of "Golden Monkey"12:38 Challenges of Large-Scale Public Art16:44 Overview of Business and Income Streams20:52 Navigating Funding Applications23:35 Lessons Learned from the Art Market25:42 Balancing Risks and Integrity in Art Practice26:22 ConclusionAccess the members-only full unabridged conversation here:https://hub.professionalartist.com/c/deep-dives-vault/lisa-roetLinks to artworks discussed:Her artworks can be seen in the YouTube version of this podcast here.Resources:Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology: https://www.rmit.edu.au/McClelland Sculpture Park and Gallery: https://mcclelland.org.au/Serpentine Galleries: https://www.serpentinegalleries.org/Connect with LisaWebsite: https://www.lisaroet.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisaroet/Learn more about The Professional Artist Association:Join 50,000+ artists getting Free advice & inspiration:https://professionalartist.com/podcast/#join-free-artist-letterJoin ≈1,000 committed artists around the world for less than $1, £ or € a day: https://professionalartist.com/joinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalartistacceleratorFree training and resources:Free training on how to find art buyers without a big following: https://professionalartist.com/find-your-next-3-fine-art-collectors/?utm_source=PODCAST&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=2025-06Free insider report on how Painters, Sculptors, and Fine Art Photographers make their art income stable and consistent: https://professionalartist.com/report/?utm_source=PODCAST&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=free_reportIf you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe, share it with another artist and leave us a review. We read every single one.
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    27 m
  • How You Can Become a Full-Time Artist (Without Quitting Your Day Job Yet)
    Jan 6 2026

    In this episode of The Professional Artist Podcast, contemporary sculptor Daniel Lai is featured by the Professional Artist Association (https://professionalartist.com/join), the world's fastest-growing global community for committed fine artists.

    Daniel is a Malaysian-born, self-taught artist based in St. Petersburg, Florida, best known for his narrative sculptures that combine books, clay, and metaphor. Through playful yet intellectually charged forms, his work examines the human experience and addresses social issues with clarity, curiosity, and depth.

    Transforming discarded and everyday materials into story-rich sculptures, Daniel has built an internationally recognized practice, earning major awards and cultivating a dedicated base of collectors drawn to the emotional and conceptual accessibility of his work.

    In this deep dive, Daniel shares the pivotal moments that shaped his artistic path—from finding his voice to sustaining a meaningful studio practice. He reflects on the importance of patience, long-term thinking, and relationship-building in developing a resilient art career.

    This episode offers thoughtful guidance for artists seeking to leverage their unique perspective, build authentic connections with collectors, and navigate the challenges of creating a sustainable art business rooted in purpose and storytelling.

    “You cannot deny who you truly are. I knew that if I were to follow the conventional path , get a nine to five job or teaching, it will eat up my soul..”

    — Daniel Lai

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Introduction

    01:10 The Importance of Following Your Heart in Art

    02:09 Transitioning from Academia to Full-Time Art

    03:47 Exploring His Narrative Sculpture, "Together, We Rise"

    08:10 The Role of Found Materials in Daniel's Work

    11:30 The Journey from Mundane to Socially Engaged Art

    14:30 The Process of Connecting Dots in Sculpture

    19:00 Inviting Collectors into the Artistic Narrative

    22:30 The Value of Building a Supportive Email List

    25:30 Navigating the Logistics of a Traveling Art Career

    29:30 The Impact of Weather on Outdoor Art Shows

    31:00 Confronting Social Issues through Art

    33:00 The Importance of Patience and Preparation in the Artistic Process


    Access the members-only full unabridged conversation here:

    https://hub.professionalartist.com/c/deep-dives-vault/daniel-lai

    Links to artworks discussed:

    • His artworks can be seen in the YouTube version of this podcast here.

    Connect with Daniel:

    • Website: https://www.artbydaniellai.com/
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artbydaniellai/

    Learn more about The Professional Artist Association:

    • Join 50,000+ artists getting Free advice & inspiration:
    • https://professionalartist.com/podcast/#join-free-artist-letter
    • Join ≈1,000 committed artists around the world for less than $1, £ or € a day: https://professionalartist.com/join
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalartistaccelerator

    Free training and resources:

    • Free training on how to find art buyers without a big following: https://professionalartist.com/find-your-next-3-fine-art-collectors/?utm_source=PODCAST&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=2025-06
    • Free insider report on how Painters, Sculptors, and Fine Art Photographers make their art income stable and consistent: https://professionalartist.com/report/?utm_source=PODCAST&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=free_report

    If you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe, share it with another artist and leave us a review. We read every single one.

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    32 m
  • How You Can Make a Living as an Artist (Without a Gallery)
    Dec 23 2025

    In this episode of The Professional Artist Podcast, contemporary artist David Palmer is featured by the Professional Artist Association (https://professionalartist.com/join), the world's fastest-growing global community for committed fine artists.

    David is a U.S.-based painter whose work blends the bold visual language of pop art with a refined classical sensibility. Drawing from dreams, childhood memories, nature, and contemporary culture, his paintings are known for their distressed surfaces - layers of color revealed through wear, evoking aged frescoes and weathered billboards.

    His work has been exhibited in galleries and museums across the U.S. and Europe and is held in numerous public and private collections. Before fully dedicating himself to painting, David built a successful career in digital effects, contributing to major films such as The Polar Express, Spider-Man 3, and Harry Potter… an experience that continues to inform his visual storytelling.

    In this deep dive, David shares how he transitioned into outdoor art fairs and learned to sell work directly to collectors. He breaks down the realities of booth presentation, audience engagement, and the mindset required to thrive outside the traditional gallery system.

    This episode offers practical insights for artists navigating hybrid career paths—balancing gallery representation with self-directed sales—while building lasting collector relationships through story-driven connection.

    “It doesn’t matter what you say; nobody cares. The consequences of not doing it and taking a chance are a lot worse than the consequences of doing it wrong.”

    — David Palmer

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Introduction

    01:27 David's Unique Career Path and Film Work

    03:00 Juggling Art and a Day Job

    06:15 Early Inspirations and Education in Art

    09:30 Transition to Graduate School and Mentorship

    12:20 Influences from Renaissance and Pop Art

    15:00 Shift to Outdoor Art Fairs

    18:30 Challenges and Opportunities in Art Fairs

    21:30 Navigating Gallery Relationships and Sales Strategies

    25:00 The Impact of Popular Culture on Art

    29:30 Embracing Curiosity and Persistence in Art

    Access the members-only full unabridged conversation here:

    https://hub.professionalartist.com/c/deep-dives-vault/david-palmer

    Links to artworks discussed:

    • His artworks can be seen in the YouTube version of this podcast here.

    Connect with David:

    • Website: https://davidpalmerstudio.com/
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidpalmerstudio/

    Learn more about The Professional Artist Association:

    • Join 50,000+ artists getting Free advice & inspiration:
    • https://professionalartist.com/podcast/#join-free-artist-letter
    • Join ≈1,000 committed artists around the world for less than $1, £ or € a day: https://professionalartist.com/join
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalartistaccelerator

    Free training and resources:

    • Free training on how to find art buyers without a big following: https://professionalartist.com/find-your-next-3-fine-art-collectors/?utm_source=PODCAST&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=2025-06
    • Free insider report on how Painters, Sculptors, and Fine Art Photographers make their art income stable and consistent: https://professionalartist.com/report/?utm_source=PODCAST&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=free_report

    If you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe, share it with another artist and leave us a review. We read every single one.

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    32 m
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