This week’s guest, Taylor Lee, is a self-taught abstract painter who creates artwork inspired by self-image, self-love, and body positivity. Painting became a form of art therapy for Taylor while she was in treatment for an eating disorder. We talk about authenticity in business and why life is better with color.

It’s been 10 years since I attended my first creative conference. Learn more about my favorite conference experiences and my tips for how introverts can use conferences to meet new people and grow their business.

Hamilton Perkins launched his eco-friendly fashion company with a wildly successful Kickstarter campaign. In episode 012 of the Badass Creatives podcast, we chat about how he made that happen, tips for getting press, and sustainable manufacturing. 

Ready to get started selling your art or handmade products online, but have no idea where to start? This intro to ecommerce is just what you need.

This week’s guest Rachel Park is a made-to-order tie designer and breast cancer survivor. During treatment, Rachel created the ParkPuff™, a seatbelt pillow for breast cancer patients. Host Mallory Whitfield and Rachel chatted about creating one-of-a-kind customer experiences and why, as a creative brand, you’re not for everybody, and that’s okay.

Host Mallory Whitfield spent more than 10 years selling her handmade work, as well as the work of other artists, at craft shows, festivals, and other events. In this episode, she shares some of her craft show must haves and lessons learned from selling at craft fairs.

Mallory discusses how to get press for your business, including the basics of writing and sending out press releases, and she goes behind the scenes of some of her own PR wins. Learn why you should focus your publicity efforts locally, especially when starting out.

In this very first episode of Badass Creatives, host Mallory Whitfield takes it back to the beginning of her own creative journey, sharing the lessons she learned from her experiences and why it’s so important to “Be your own niche.”