The Artist Business Plan

When she was in undergrad, Camilla Tassi majored in music and computer science. But when graduation came around, she was torn between two paths: either she accept a full time corporate job offer, or she could step into the unknown to search for a bridge linking both her passions. “I had a really influential mentor… she was the reason that I decided that ‘oh wait I’m not done with the arts.’ She was one of the few people that encouraged both of my sides.”In this episode, Camilla introduces us to the world of projection design. She shares her perspective on embracing technical difficulties and championing collaboration in the arts. For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past podcasts, just visit www.thesuperfair.comIG: @thesuperfair, @art_by_sharoneIG: @camtassiEmail questions and comments to [email protected].

If tax season stresses you out, trust me, you've got to listen to this interview with working painter and accountant Hannah Cole.Yes, you read that correctly – Hannah is both an artist AND an accountant, AND she's the author of the book Taxes for Humans, a guide for creative professionals looking to take control of their finances."Art changes the world... I want artists to have more power and honestly that means having more money."Download Hannah's free deductible guide to get started on reclaiming money from your taxes. For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past podcasts, just visit www.thesuperfair.comIG: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanIG: @sunlighttaxEmail questions and comments to [email protected].

"I ask artists... are you really business minded? And if they say no, then I tell them you have to find someone who is."In this episode, we revisit our 2021 conversation with dentist-turned-visual artist Brent Estabrook. He introduces us to the heroes he's met over the course of his career, from the college counselor that encouraged him to stay involved in the arts even while pursuing the prerequisites for dental school, to the unexpected business partner he met along the way who ignited his art sales.For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past podcasts, just visit www.thesuperfair.comIG: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanIG: @brentestabrookEmail questions and comments to [email protected].

Before she became a photographer, Ambe J Williams was devoted to acting. She was juggling on-stage work with odd jobs in the New York City catering industry when she realized she needed a change."If I lay down one more knife, I may flip this table. And that's when I was like, I need to get a camera."In this episode of our series 'Failing Up', Ambe speaks with Superfair curator Sharone Halevy about floating away from earlier ideas of success and finding creative bliss in a new hobby.For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past episodes, visit www.thesuperfair.com.Follow us on Instagram: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanSharone Halevy: @art_by_sharoneAmbe J Williams: @ambejwilliamsEmail questions and comments to [email protected].

In this episode, we revisit our 2023 conversation with visual artist and arts manager Kelly Olshan. She shares her tips on how to take advantage of the resources provided by the New York Foundation for the Arts, and gives advice on how to successfully fundraise and apply for grants.For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past podcasts, just visit www.thesuperfair.comIG: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanIG: @kellyolshanfineartEmail questions and comments to [email protected].

When Superfair curator Sharone Halevy was in high school, success meant fame, money, and Broadway. Looking back, she thinks she may have been blinded by ambition. "I was not a good friend as a kid. I think I was not a good listener. I had friends, obviously, and one of them is still my friend to this day... and I've learned a lot from that friendship over time."In this episode of our series 'Failing Up', Sharone sits down with her high school best friend, actor Jason Gotay, to trace the trajectory of their ideas about success and failure. Jason Gotay is an actor and teaching artist born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. His credits are wide ranging, but to name just a few – he made his Broadway debut in the original company of Bring It On: The Musical and starred in HBO’s reboot of Gossip Girl. For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past episodes, visit www.thesuperfair.com.Follow us on Instagram: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanSharone Halevy: @art_by_sharoneJason Gotay: @jasongotayEmail questions and comments to [email protected].

"We love stories and we love books and we love movies and we love theatre because we're watching people fail. We're watching people try to succeed, and when they do, it's something to celebrate."Introducing Failing Up, a series of conversations with painter and Superfair curator Sharone Halevy about embracing obstacles and reframing success. In this episode, Sharone tells her story about unexpectedly devoting her professional life to painting . "You have to look at failure as part of the roadmap. It is the thing that is going to help you figure out the next step." For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past episodes, visit www.thesuperfair.com.Follow us on Instagram: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanSharone Halevy: @art_by_sharoneEmail questions and comments to [email protected].

"It's never too late to change your life. There is no statute of limitations on your dreams."In this episode, we revisit our 2021 conversation with muralist & visual artist Sandeep Johal. For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past episodes, visit www.thesuperfair.com.Follow us on Instagram: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanSandeep Johal: @sandeepjohalartEmail questions and comments to [email protected] and Executive Produced by James Miille and Alexander MitowSenior Producer: Parth Shah

For much of his working life, Kevin Champeny has operated in the shadows. He was a tradesman, sculpting products ranging from over-the-counter tablets to Obama's cereal bowl. Now, Kevin works full time as a mosaic artist. In this episode of the Artist Business Plan, we revisit our 2021 conversation with Kevin. He tells us the story of his career and encourages listeners to ask for help with running their art business. For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past episodes, visit www.thesuperfair.com.Follow us on Instagram: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanKevin Champeny: @kevinchampenyEmail questions and comments to [email protected] and Executive Produced by James Miille and Alexander MitowSenior Producer: Parth Shah

Emily Bourassa was in her late thirties when she began identifying as an artist. But she was critical of her abilities. To become more comfortable and confident with her newfound identity, Emily enrolled in an online drawing class. In this episode, Superfair co-founder James Miille speaks with Emily about the benefits of online education for artists at all levels. For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past episodes, visit www.thesuperfair.com.Follow us on Instagram: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanEmily Bourassa: @emilybourassastudioEmail questions and comments to [email protected] and Executive Produced by James Miille and Alexander MitowSenior Producer: Parth Shah