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Have you ever wondered what galleries are really looking for and whether your art could actually get in? In this episode, Ros sits down with Irene from Aspire Gallery, a family-run gallery with a genuine commitment to supporting emerging artists. Irene pulls back the curtain on how their gallery works, what they look for in artists, and how emerging creatives can build real, lasting relationships with galleries. This is the behind-the-scenes conversation most artists never get to have. Whether you're dreaming of gallery representation or just want to understand how the gallery world works, this episode will give you clarity, confidence, and a clear next step.

Full show notes and links available at https://www.permissiontopaint.co/podcast112

Resources & Mentions:

Follow Aspire Gallery https://www.instagram.com/aspiregallery

Follow Robin Wilson Art https://www.instagram.com/robinwilsonart/

Free Artist Resources - Access the library of free resources to help you grow as an artist. https://www.permissiontopaint.co/resources

Connect on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

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Join the free Facebook community https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

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Are you doing all the things — the courses, the podcasts, the books — and still feeling stuck? In this episode, I'm unpacking the learning trap: the point in every artist's journey where more information stops moving you forward. I share the three stages of artist growth, why most stuck artists are actually in Stage 3 without realising it, and four practical micro-actions to help you stop consuming and start refining.

If you've ever felt capable of more but unable to access it consistently — this one's for you.

Full show notes and links available at https://www.permissiontopaint.co/podcast111

Resources & Mentions:

Thrive Mastermind program - High-touch coaching for heart-led artists who want more 💗 permissiontopaint.co/thrive

Free Artist Resources - Access the library of free resources to help you grow as an artist. https://www.permissiontopaint.co/resources

Connect on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

Follow the YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@rosgervayart?sub_confirmation=1

Connect on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/rosgervayart

Join the free Facebook community https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

Get weekly art biz tips straight to your inbox: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/stay-connected

Leave a review! It helps other artists find the show. https://rosgervayart.com/blogs/art-for-the-heart-blog/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review-on-apple-podcasts

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“If more people saw my art, I’d sell more.” It’s one of the most common beliefs artists hold and it sounds completely logical. In this episode, I challenge the idea that more visibility equals more art sales, and talk about why many artists struggle to sell their work even when they’re posting regularly and showing up online. If you’re an artist trying to sell your art and feeling frustrated by inconsistent sales, this episode offers a new way to think about visibility and focus.

Full show notes and links available at https://www.permissiontopaint.co/podcast110

Resources & Mentions:

Thrive Mastermind program - High-touch coaching for heart-led artists who want more 💗 permissiontopaint.co/thrive

Free Artist Resources - Access the library of free resources to help you grow as an artist. https://www.permissiontopaint.co/resources

Connect on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

Follow the YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@rosgervayart?sub_confirmation=1

Connect on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/rosgervayart

Join the free Facebook community https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

Get weekly art biz tips straight to your inbox: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/stay-connected

Leave a review! It helps other artists find the show. https://rosgervayart.com/blogs/art-for-the-heart-blog/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review-on-apple-podcasts

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You’re not a beginner anymore… So why does it still feel so hard? In this episode, I’m talking to those of you who feel fairly confident in your art. You’ve had some wins, made some sales… but somehow still feel stuck, scattered, or unsure why things aren’t moving forward the way you hoped. If you’ve been doing “all the right things” but still feel like you’re throwing spaghetti at the wall, hoping it might stick, this episode will help you understand why this stage feels so uncomfortable — and what to do about it.

Full show notes and links available at https://www.permissiontopaint.co/podcast109

Resources & Mentions:

Thrive Mastermind program - High-touch coaching for heart-led artists who want more 💗 permissiontopaint.co/thrive

Free Artist Resources - Access the library of free resources to help you grow as an artist. https://www.permissiontopaint.co/resources

Connect on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

Follow the YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@rosgervayart?sub_confirmation=1

Connect on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/rosgervayart

Join the free Facebook community https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

Get weekly art biz tips straight to your inbox: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/stay-connected

Leave a review! It helps other artists find the show. https://rosgervayart.com/blogs/art-for-the-heart-blog/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review-on-apple-podcasts

New here? Grab a free resource to get started ➡️ https://www.permissiontopaint.co/resources ⬅️

Ready for more? Find out how we can work together ➡️ https://www.permissiontopaint.co/coaching ⬅️

Is it really possible to make money from your art in 2026 without selling out, chasing trends, or burning out? In this episode, I’m joined by bestselling author and artist coach Miriam Schulman for a real talk on originality, influence, pricing with confidence, and staying true to your creative voice. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, this convo will shift how you think about success, art, and what’s actually possible for you.

Full show notes and links available at https://www.permissiontopaint.co/podcast108

Resources & Mentions:

Free Artist Resources - Access the library of free resources to help you grow as an artist. https://www.permissiontopaint.co/resources

Art for the Heart Growth Hub — Step-by-step support to sell your work, grow your audience, and turn inspiration into income. https://www.permissiontopaint.co/afh

Connect on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

Follow the YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@rosgervayart?sub_confirmation=1

Connect on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/rosgervayart

Join the free Facebook community https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

Get weekly art biz tips straight to your inbox: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/stay-connected

Leave a review! It helps other artists find the show. https://rosgervayart.com/blogs/art-for-the-heart-blog/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review-on-apple-podcasts

New here? Grab a free resource to get started ➡️ https://www.permissiontopaint.co/resources ⬅️

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What really happens when a big brand releases art that looks a little too familiar? In this episode, contemporary artist Sophie Corks shares how she went full-time, found creative community, and what unfolded when a major retailer released artwork that closely echoed her style. It’s a raw, honest conversation about power imbalance, ethical grey zones, and protecting your creative voice - plus the joy, colour, and nostalgia that define her work.

Full show notes and links available at https://www.permissiontopaint.co/podcast107

Resources & Mentions:

Sophie on Instagram - Connect with Sophie https://www.instagram.com/sophiecorks_art

The Permission to Paint 2026 Planner — Your creative companion for planning a joyful and productive year. https://www.permissiontopaint.co/planner

Free Artist Resources - Access the library of free resources to help you grow as an artist. https://www.permissiontopaint.co/resources

Art for the Heart Growth Hub — Step-by-step support to sell your work, grow your audience, and turn inspiration into income. https://www.permissiontopaint.co/afh

Connect on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

Follow the YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@rosgervayart?sub_confirmation=1

Connect on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/rosgervayart

Join the free Facebook community https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

Get weekly art biz tips straight to your inbox: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/stay-connected

Leave a review! It helps other artists find the show. https://rosgervayart.com/blogs/art-for-the-heart-blog/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review-on-apple-podcasts

New here? Grab a free resource to get started ➡️ https://www.permissiontopaint.co/resources ⬅️

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Why does sharing your work feel so vulnerable even when you want to be seen? In this episode, Ros chats with therapist-turned-coach Anna Holtzman about the nervous system's surprising role in creative confidence. Anna shares how chronic pain and burnout led her to a deeper understanding of fear, and the tools she now uses to help sensitive creatives show up without spiralling. If you’ve ever gone into hiding after hitting post, this conversation will change how you see yourself… and your fear.

Full show notes and links available at https://www.permissiontopaint.co/podcast106

Resources & Mentions:

Anna’s Free Workshop - Let Yourself Be Seen https://www.annaholtzman.com/beseen

Anna’s Podcast - How to Trust Yourself: real, raw chats on fear, creativity and healing https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-trust-yourself-overcome-imposter-syndrome-feel/id1679033028

Anna on Instagram - Connect with Anna and join the visibility conversation https://www.instagram.com/anna_holtzman

The Permission to Paint 2026 Planner — Your creative companion for planning a joyful and productive year. https://www.permissiontopaint.co/planner

Free Artist Resources - Access the library of free resources to help you grow as an artist. https://www.permissiontopaint.co/resources

Art for the Heart Growth Hub — Step-by-step support to sell your work, grow your audience, and turn inspiration into income. https://www.permissiontopaint.co/afh

Connect on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

Follow the YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@rosgervayart?sub_confirmation=1

Connect on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/rosgervayart

Join the free Facebook community https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

Get weekly art biz tips straight to your inbox: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/stay-connected

Leave a review! It helps other artists find the show. https://rosgervayart.com/blogs/art-for-the-heart-blog/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review-on-apple-podcasts

New here? Grab a free resource to get started ➡️ https://www.permissiontopaint.co/resources ⬅️

Ready for more? Find out how we can work together ➡️ https://www.permissiontopaint.co/coaching ⬅️

What does it really take to grow a thriving art business that supports your whole family? In this inspiring (and hilariously real) chat, Claire Devine shares how she scaled her global art biz while parenting three boys, navigating her husband’s illness, and doing 3am studio sprints in her pyjamas. This episode will fire you up, calm you down, and help you find your version of a values-led creative life.

Full show notes and links available at https://www.permissiontopaint.co/podcast105

Resources & Mentions:

Claire’s beautiful Aussie-made Christmas collection is live now — get in quick! https://thenewdevine.com/

The Permission to Paint 2026 Planner — Your creative companion for planning a joyful and productive year. https://www.permissiontopaint.co/planner

Free Artist Resources - Access the library of free resources to help you grow as an artist. https://www.permissiontopaint.co/resources

Art for the Heart Growth Hub — Step-by-step support to sell your work, grow your audience, and turn inspiration into income. https://www.permissiontopaint.co/afh

Connect on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rosgervayart

Follow the YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@rosgervayart?sub_confirmation=1

Connect on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/rosgervayart

Join the free Facebook community https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

Get weekly art biz tips straight to your inbox: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/stay-connected

Leave a review! It helps other artists find the show. https://rosgervayart.com/blogs/art-for-the-heart-blog/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review-on-apple-podcasts