5 Things To Know Before Starting An Art Business

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I've made this list of five things to know before starting an art business to help you with realistic expectations on your own journey if you're just getting started with a creative career 🥰
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⭐Intro To Digital Painting by Mimi Chao
⭐Become A Greeting Card Designer by Anne Bollman
⭐Roadmap to Getting Your Illustrations on Products by Anne Bollman
⭐Your Roadmap to Surface Design by Bonnie Christine
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Let us know if you have any advice for starting an art business that you'd like to share! And remember, the first 1,000 people to use the link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare skl.sh/mimipurnellillustrator06231 🥰

[@beecreations8759]

I gave up drawing because I didn't have any idea of how to earn with my art work. Then after 3 years, i came across your videos on KZbin, it inspired me so much that i am back to drawing again and creating my own portfolio. I love all of your videos and contents, i sometimes rewatch your videos whenever i feel discouraged. You're such an inspiration mimi.. 🥰💞

[@thebravepalate]

Feel the same about @mimimoo too, I'm into cooking but love the motivation she offers. Love the positivity amd great tips, always❤❤❤❤❤

[@KaresTimelessTreats]

100% agreed. I too have started drawing again and was inspired by Mimi to share my illustration journey. I am so excited to tell stories through my art. ❤ Mimi you are the best!

[@mariavilla4511]

I just launched my Etsy shop for my art business a few days ago because I have the summer to focus on making art. Despite it being summer, I find it hard to concentrate on making art consistently. But watching this video helped me regain some motivation to work on art again, since it’s a new (few years) dream of mine to have my own art business. Thank you :)

[@purplepumpernickel]

I was looking through art videos for how to get started as an artist online. I found all kinds of videos about people using AI and free images to make coloring books to sell. I was laughing at their foolishness because it seemed like they were taking the easy way out and this was understandable to me. Then I came across your video and watched it again. Then I remembered how some people don't give up on their dreams. I'm extremely grateful for your advice because it's realistic, honest, inspiring, and motivating. And this is exactly the advice I need to get started. 🙂

[@HellzSayzDANCE]

Because I’m a Mum and uni student, I keep having to stop and start, I appreciate these videos of yours, they always come at just the right moment when I need that little boost to keep on going. Thank you ❤

[@angelbaby1811]

Trial and error can get expensive. Create, but research the business side of things early on. Love your art style.

[@ChantelleArts]

It can definitely be hard to see the bigger picture sometimes when growth seems stagnant. Thanks for the reminder ❤

[@sarahmccookweir]

Thanks Mimi, I have just started my business and have my first market in a few weeks!! I'm so excited to finally be taking this step after years of 'waiting for the right moment' and realising that I need to just start and learn along the way 💜

[@sketchbookscheming]

I have been trying to grow my art KZbin channel by posting every week, and it is super slow-going, but when I look at the growth in the last six months, I do see some positive signs. Even though I am not pursuing art as a business, I still find your advice valuable. 🌸

[@ArtingFromScratch]

I think it is definitely hard too because some people just aren't gunna grow... 🎉I am just starting and setting up My studio and honestly I love how helpful your videos are🎉

[@dearmissjo]

Thank you so much for your videos. I am trying to become a full time artist and it helps me so much to keep consistant to listen to your advice and kindness. Wish you all the success! 🧡

[@knightdragon90]

Mimi your videos and patreon have been a help and Inspiration. I’m also on a crazy art journey with many ups and downs with a goal to become a children’s book illustrator. I have a great opportunity to have my work shown to a publisher in the form of a fully illustrated book and I honestly don’t think I would of had the courage or inspiration to go for it without these videos. Hugs Mimi keep up the great work!

[@MimimooIllustration]

That sounds amazing, I hope it goes well with the book! 🥰

[@coffeenchaos1]

I took that same Etsy class in preparation for opening my shop and I thought it was great (even though I ran a successful shop for over a decade on Etsy, its been closed for a few years and I know things have changed!). I appreciate your list of other helpful classes, I'm currently taking one by Sarah Edwards called Defeat Procrastination: Design Your Own Personalized Creative Workflow and I am REALLY enjoying it! I really struggle with art every single day and while I could make a million excuses, I need to just...do it. Even 5 minutes is better than zero minutes if I want to get better!

[@MimimooIllustration]

Oh that sounds like a great one, I'll have to check it out!

[@iCookMe]

Love this, thank you so much for doing what you do!!

[@SimplicityLab]

Thank you so much for your encouraging and gentle perspective. I needed it today 😊 Even though I'm not an artist, I love your content!

[@sarahbrownell25]

Thank you!!! I needed this !

[@emmyways_art]

Thank you for your videos and the month of skill share Mimi!

[@prix3897]

I really love your art and your vídeos!! They help me to keep working on my one art, and finding my style and what i like to draw!! Thanks so much for sharing your art and path through art!

[@MelatoninSpirit]

I love your content, thank you for gving such inspiring and great tips. I am happy to see people building successful art business and even if my parents don't want me to, seeing your videos opened their eyes, thank you !

[@thelexistudio]

Thanks Mimi for sharing this. It’s great advice to manage our expectation more realistically. I have started my art business a while ago and it has been an extremely SLOOOOW growth. There are times I want to give up but I really love drawing. I always come back to your channel for a little motivation boost!

[@mrs.quills7061]

I love your perspective so much!! You’re right, what seems like a downward trend is usually just a plateau in natural growth and it’s good to reflect in how far we’ve come.

[@MimimooIllustration]

Absolutely!

[@ilkaschulze644]

Thanks for sharing, Mimi. ❤

[@nerd26373]

Thanks for this video. It helps us learn more about handling and/or managing businesses.

[@poppyMia-rl8bl]

I love your art so much you are an amazing artist ❤

[@HeatherLewis1700]

It looks beautiful of the flowers!!! ❤

[@liyilivylim6174]

Thanks for the motivation!

[@justinemciver]

Loved your video such great advice thank you.

[@SarahProietti]

Thanks, realistic goal setting is the key. It's easy to want instant gratification

[@shanaleasha6550]

Love the visuals of this video!

[@Dardasha_Studios]

Thanks for the advice.

[@helen_green]

thank you, Mimi 😊

[@SaianaKrishnaMehrotra-fr4qt]

beautiful simply beautiful

[@Jay-ql4gp]

Thank you!

[@fk-on7pw]

Loving this greets from uk

[@dmat7148]

Great video, thank you

[@Janiceinwonderland]

Thank you so much.

[@helloauie]

Let's all stay positive ^_^ Thank u Mimi

[@honey3762]

Yo I like the simplicity of your art, it’s cute

[@roxcolk]

Thankyou so much for all of your hard work, creating and content creation. You have inspired me to get back into trying again! I failed in the business side of trying to start my own illustration freelance business. I really wish your ducky wizard plushie was funded! Did you end up getting it made somewhere else? it has been 10 years since I finished my study and I feel soooo far behind and need to practice my skills again. It is definitely rewarding when you have an audience and people that are supporting you and your passion.

[@ValeriaDarkMoth]

I can't even imagine how difficult to film such a complicated videos like yours. Сosmic level of complexity. You must be constantly followed by a film crew.

[@valdislifa1249]

Your videos help me every time out of my hole of doubt and fear of failure. I can not thank you enough for this 🌺💚😗

[@MimimooIllustration]

I'm so glad to hear that! 🥰

[@heyyokay1999]

I recently joined your Patreon! Sending love from the Philippines ❤

[@MimimooIllustration]

Wonderful! I hope you enjoy everything over there 😊🌷

[@stylejam]

Do you mind sharing how you do your videos? I love them all! Thanks for the great content x

[@idle_NPC]

yey you uploaded a video 😊💯

[@centeaiulia6610]

How do you edit your videos? What tools/programs do you use? Also what equipment did you have to film at the beginning? That would be very helpful to know. You are incredible! Thank you for sharing your journey with us! Sending hugs :)

[@Hannah-lu1no]

Thank you so much for this Video! I appreciate the transparency, and encouraging words to help propel forward with my creative pursuits 😊 May I ask what analytics program you use to track your social media? I would like something professional, but currently don’t know whats trustworthy, that would be super helpful

[@MimimooIllustration]

So happy to hear that! I usually just use the analytics within the platform personally 😊

[@sunnygirl5820]

Could you tell please, model of your notebook? Thank you

[@TenoDaley]

Thansk mimi i got the 1 month free access 🎉

[@MimimooIllustration]

Great, hope you enjoy!

[@TenoDaley]

@@MimimooIllustration i Intend to make the best out of it👍🏽🙏🏽

[@renujoshi5553]

Hi mam which I pad is good??

[@mdriyadhossensajjad]

Do we need to register my business to start my art business online? Love from Bangladesh ❤❤

[@SpottedJournal]

Also i i kist wanted to add, im at the beginning of building my visual language, so im torn between analogue or digital

[@Nellyfair2]

I want to start slowly by selling my art at a local art market next year 😊 I want to see how I‘ll do and my long time goal is to become a part time artist❤ Can anyone give me tipps to have a succesful experience at the art marker?

[@rhymes18]

Hello. Is this make sense to learn Adobe illustrator, Photoshop, Procreate in those AI days?

[@techies_gaming8091]

can etsy sells 3d rendering image? like 3d illustration rendered or else? i want to become like you in my bussiness, but im a 3d artist

[@joanabessa8548]

❤

[@Rebecca-qg8pb]

I am scared I would never improve my art It sucks and I really love drawing, creating worlds, and characters I don't know weather to give up or not.

[@FridoandFriends]

Dont give up ❤

[@zofiajaneczek184]

Please don't give up! Especially if you're younger because you will improve with time. Art is a lifelong dedication and learning process. It is likely that you will find your style, genre, and tribe in due time. Creatives don't just stop being that! Art calls to you and it's something that will likely never let you go. You will have regrets if you at least don't try and give it your best efforts. Much luck to you!

[@ShabreaChandler]

Don’t give keep going

[@nclarisz]

sad i'm excited to sleep :')

[@WedgyBlue]

I draw because I like *Countryballs* a lot.

[@MarioDoodles]

I have 30 insta posts and 25 subs...is that normal 😢😂😅...i will never reach 1k

[@littlemeowmeow9947]

You’re doing way better than me 😃👍🏻

[@MarioDoodles]

@@littlemeowmeow9947 wow really...i feel i need too long...i gave up 2 weeks ago

[@paulinaacosta8748]

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