The Charmed Studio Podcast for Artists

Here are some helpful links.See the entire original post here for the most support. This video will help most WordPress users get the drift of how to set up the widget to create a sign-up form. Setting up this widget will only take 15 minutes.Congratulate yourself after you do it. Now do one more thing.  Set up an account with a free email service provider like MailChimp.You want to do this so you can nab that necessary bit of custom code you'll need to paste into that WordPress subscribe form widget you just set up.Learn how to wed your MailChimp account to your WordPress widget here.Congratulate yourself even more profusely after this step.  Get yourself some roses or something.Because you just did something huge for your art business. Oh God, Do I Have to Add MailChimp?Unlike Gmail, MailChimp will gift your readers with an easy way to update their preferences or to unsubscribe altogether.You want to give people that option, right?It's the polite thing to do, and it keeps you safe from GDPR compliance troubles.Plus, once you master MailChimp, you'll swell up with pride.You could go with other email marketing software providers like Constant Contact or ConvertKit(but they start at around $29 to $49 a month), while MailChimp is free to begin.And as of this writing, Mailchimp stays free until you have over 499 people on your list.Want extra credit?Put an afternoon's effort into learning how to make the most out of MailChimp, and you'll be giving your art business strong roots to grow from.  2. How To Create Your Weebly Email Sign-Up FormWeebly's mailing list setup could be the easiest of the bunch.We are talking 5 minutes.(I am a WordPress woman, but the intuitive setup for the Weebly box gave me momentary Weebly-envy.)To learn how to add a MailChimp sign-up form to your Weebly site, go here.  3. How To Pop In Your Wix Subscribe FormCheck out this page and video to learn how to place a "Get Subscribers" form on your Wix site and add a snazzy "pop-up" sign-up form to boot. I bet you can do both in about 30 minutes.If you want to integrate MailChimp into your Wix sign-up setup, check out this video for extra help.But if you do nothing else here today, put a darn sign-up box on your Facebook page. Oh, and while you're helping yourself attract your ideal audience,  discover how to add a gorgeous email signature to the bottom of your email for free in this Charmed Studio post.Okay, now on to taking the step that could make your mailing list soar, where others sink: adding a signup box on your social media. How To Put A Sign-Up Form On Your Twitter or Facebook PageFacebook helps many artists, but it's important to start a list that's yours for keeps.The same goes for X.You don't need me to tell you that Mark Zuckerberg or Elon Musk may have forgotten to put your well-being at the top of their to-do lists today.The only simple way I found is to hook yourself up via MailChimp.For Facebook, watch this straightforward instructional video here.To share your Mailchimp subscribe form on X, read this.If you haven't set up a MailChimp account, go here first for your account set-up tutorial, then head to the Facebook Signup Form instructions.Done.You are now a captain of industry!Get yourself two bunches of tulips, one for your kitchen and one for your desk.  My P.S. (For the Tech-Challenged Among Us)If you are not interested or able to install a subscribe form yourself, I still respect you.You can easily and cheaply hire a smart, techy type on sites like Fiverr or Upworkto put one in for you pronto.Got your subscribe form up, but it's not pulling in many folks?Check out this post on Turn Your Art Website Into an Attraction Magnet (Without Social Media).You'll discover how being yourself and changing the possibly current boring wording in your current subscription form can change everything.(Here's my article on 4 great benefits of a small list.) To be charming and subscribe to the blog and get free access to my writing toolkit for artists click here.For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here. This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC. And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says."100 years, all new people."You can do this.  Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

To leave a comment or a question, or to see Arbus images, pop over to the original blog post Diane Arbus: 4 Little-Known Facts About Her Life That Can Make You a Better, More Successful Artist.To read more about the benefits of shooting for quantity over quality when it comes to art, read about the study in my post:  Is it Common for Artists to Have ADHD?Inspiring and Supportive Stories From Artists On How They Thrive Despite ADHD.Go here to eyeball the photos of Graciella Iturbide. https://www.artnet.com/artists/graciela-iturbide/Thoughtful documentary on Arbus featuring her daughter Doon, made in 1971. Well worth a watch.Here is a good Diane Arbus biography by Bosworth to start your own research and form your own opinions on Arbus. To be charming and subscribe to the blog and get free access to my writing toolkit for artists click here.For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here. This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC. And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says."100 years, all new people."You can do this.  Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

To leave a comment or read a transcription-ish version of the podcast, go here. https://thecharmedstudio.com/how-to-write-a-charming-note-carolyn-sees-life-changing-pro-tip-for-writers/To read Making a Literary Life: Advice for Writers and Other Dreamers, go here. https://amzn.to/4kbBMzeTo learn more about the philosophical concept of Indra's Net go here. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indra%27s_netFor more info on Writing Coaching for Artists by Thea, go to https://thecharmedstudio.com/writing-coaching/ If you want to write real letters and send art mail to writers and artists you admire, bravo!Here is some hints on how to find their address:But How Do I Find the Address of the Artist or Writer?Many authors dont list their physical address or email online.So, how do you find the address of the artist or writer you just wrote this charming note to?You just need to send it to their agent or publisher, who will gladly pass it on to them.Google the “xyz publisher’s name, contact us” and you will usually find the info.To find an author’s publisher, look at the bottom of the spine of a physical book of theirs. Or visit the library or a bookstore and look in the front matter..Or go online. Find the book’s page on Amazon and press the “see inside” function if available. Scan down in the front matter till you see the publisher’s name, and the physical address will usually be right underneath.To find an author’s agent, look in the acknowledgments of their latest book. They often give a shout-out to their agent.Then, Google “xyz agent’s name, contact info” to get an email or physical mailing address.If artists don’t list an email or mailing address, send it to them via their gallery or their publisher if they have authored a book.Also, bloggers and other humans with a mailing list are usually legally required to list a snail mail postal address on the footer of every email they send out. Look there. To be charming and subscribe to the blog and get free access to my writing toolkit for artists click here.For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here. This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC. And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says."100 years, all new people."You can do this.  Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

Disclaimer StuffDon't listen to affimations or meditations when driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery.All content in this recording is not intended in any way to be a replacement for, or a substitute to, qualified medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, or as a replacement for, or a substitute to, psychological advise, diagnosis or treatment, or therapy from a fully qualified person. The information presented on this web site is not intended to take the place of your personal physician’s advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Discuss this information with your own physician or healthcare provider to determine what is right for you.By using content from this audio or The Charmed Studio Blog or Podcast, you are acknowledging that you are participating voluntarily in using our website or blog or in any of our e-mails, videos, programs, services, podcasts and/or products, and you alone are solely and personally responsible for your results. You acknowledge that you take full responsibility for your health, life and well-being, as well as the health, lives and well-being of your family and children (where applicable), and all decisions now or in the future.We are not responsible or liable for any action made by a user based on content of this website. We are not liable for the contents of any external websites listed, or for any actions made by a user based on the contents of these external sites. We will not be liable for any errors or delays in the content of this website, or for any actions taken in reliance thereon.You agree not to redistribute the material found therein, unless appropriate rights have been granted. If you have any questions about any of these Disclaimer terms, please contact us at www.thecharmedstudio/contact. To be charming and subscribe to the blog and get free access to my writing toolkit for artists click here.For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here. This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC. And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says."100 years, all new people."You can do this.  Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

Here’s a short, easy video on how to block emails on Gmail and Outlook.And here are a few options for quietly removing someone from your Mailchimp list.To learn more about the value of customer astonishment read Customer Astonishment and Hug Your Customers.If you want to offer payment plans take a half-hour to set up the ability to invoice students and clients through PayPal.Then take another fifteen minutes to get familiar with Paypal’s PayLater and PayIn 4 options for your buyers.If they’re trolling you read my post on O'Keefe's Way To Tromp Art Trolls here.Check out Udell’s Getting People Out of Your Booth series.Please comment on the post and add your own red flags here:https://thecharmedstudio.com/7-red-flags-from-problem-art-buyers-artists-shouldnt-ignore/I'd love to learn from you. To be charming and subscribe to the blog and get free access to my writing toolkit for artists click here.For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here. This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC. And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says."100 years, all new people."You can do this.  Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

https://youtu.be/UGw-NV6qUMo?feature=sharedHave a question on anything writing-related? Ask Thea at www.thecharmedstudio.com/contact. I love questions and answer every one of them with a happy heart. Two irreverent, funny, F-Bomb-laden 8-minute videos on where to find Beta Readers and what to ask them:All About Beta Readers Part 1 by Jenna MoreciAll About Beta Readers Part 2 by Jenna MoreciFabulous, totally inexpensive course for writers who want to self-publish a book by Romance/Erotica Writer Alessandra Torre. Take this if you are feeling overwhelmed about what to do when if you are writing, self-publishing and self-promoting your own book.A Fearless Way to Self Publish https://youtu.be/UGw-NV6qUMo?feature=sharedA Fearless Way to Sell More Novels https://youtu.be/UGw-NV6qUMo?feature=sharedGreat, great, humble Youtube video by a British Gallerist. Watch it here:Artists-do you know how to work with galleries to sell your art, or even how to approach them?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGw-NV6qUMoKevin Doberstein ArtBrenda Doberstein Art To be charming and subscribe to the blog and get free access to my writing toolkit for artists click here.For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here. This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC. And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says."100 years, all new people."You can do this.  Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

Here's a list of resources of things that will support your art or writing practice that came up in this Charmed Studio Podcast:Read them as posts or listen to them as podcasts, just click on any link above, it will take you to the specific blog page of the article on my blog. If you want to listen instead of reading the information just click on the audio version of the post at the top of each article.And thanks for being here and going on this journey with me. How Do I Cope With a Harsh Art Critique of My Art? Why People Say Dumb Things and How To Bounce Back.Why Are Some Art Teachers So Mean? How To Blast Through Envy and Bloom as an Artist.Why Every Artist Needs a Feel Good File and How To Make Yours in Seconds.WWGD? What Would Georgia Do? Why O'Keeffe Thought Happiness Was For the Birds and What You Should Go For Instead   To be charming and subscribe to the blog and get free access to my writing toolkit for artists click here.For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here. This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC. And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says."100 years, all new people."You can do this.  Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

Podcast Cover art "Buddha's Hand" Lemon.  Stilllife by Charmed Studio Subscriber British Columbian artist Leigh Buchanan. Read my article, 4 Surprising Benefits of a Small Mailing List to discover a heart-centered way to develop soulful relationships and unexpected prosperity through your art blog or newsletter.Or check out this Charmed Studio Post: How Do I Get More Comments on My Art Blog? 7 Secrets You Won’t Hear Anywhere Else.And remember, you already have enough followers, now it's time to get to know them, enjoy them, and accept the wisdom and grace and warmth they have to give you. IMO, Authentic connection is the key to sales and happiness in general."You already have everything you need to be content. Your real work is to do whatever it takes to realize that." - Geneen RothTo stay updated on when I offer my audio classes and live group coaching for artists and writers pop on over here. When I talked about you staying safe online I'm really talking about doing things like getting a local or virtual PO BOX (this is what I have) to protect your private address. You are worth it. Michael Neil and Steve Chandler's Video-based Money Course I talked about on this podcast is below ( I'm NOT an affiliate of this, just love it and it helped me laugh about money and see things differently and it is only 99 bucks.)A Whole New Way of Thinking About Business and Success CourseCustomer Astonishment is a concept first put forth by Darby Checketts in his enlightening  book Customer Astonishment:10 Secrets to World-Class Customer Care. To be charming and subscribe to the blog and get free access to my writing toolkit for artists click here.For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here. This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC. And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says."100 years, all new people."You can do this.  Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

The Charmed Studio Show NotesWhy Are Some Art Teachers So Mean? How To Blast Through Envy and Bloom as an ArtistHow Do I Write a Blogpost? The Easiest Kind of Blog Post for Artists to Write Laid Out in 5 Super Easy Steps.Great 5-minute video by inventor Tony Buzan on how and why to use a MINDMAP.Libby the amazing free library app. I left audible behind, you can too. :)Go here to see the summary of the Tedx talk where Anne Lamott lays out her 13 writing tips.To check out Heather Irvine's wonderful wildlife and equestrian-themed artwork go here.Atomic Habits: An Easy and Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones by James Clear.Cover art by 16 miles out on Unsplash. To be charming and subscribe to the blog and get free access to my writing toolkit for artists click here.For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here. This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC. And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says."100 years, all new people."You can do this.  Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)

The Charmed Studio Show NotesTo be charming and subscribe to the blog and get free access to my writing toolkit for artists click here.For a transcript of the blog, to see all the images or to leave a comment please go here. For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here.For more information about the Getty Villa Garden and Museum go here. To eyeball 1847 Queen Victoria's Wedding Portrait with Myrtle Crown.Further Resources:Gardens and Plants of the Getty Villa by Patrick Bowe and Michael DeHart.Ancient Herbs in the J Paul Getty Museum Gardens by Jeanne D'Andrea.Cookery and Dining in Imperial Rome by Apicius (and Joseph Dommers Vehling).Ancient Roman Villa Gardens by Elisabeth Blair MacDougal and Wilhelmine F Jashemski.A Pompeian Herbal: Ancient and Modern Medicinal Plants by Wilhelmina Feemster Jashemski and Lillian Nicholson Meyer.The Mythology of Plants: Botanical Lore from Ancient Greece and Rome by Annette Gieseke.This resource lists contains Amazon Affiliate links. :)    To be charming and subscribe to the blog and get free access to my writing toolkit for artists click here.For info on one-on-one writing coaching with Thea go here. This blog is produced by The Charmed Studio Blog and Podcast™, LLC. And when you get scared about writing and want to relax, remember what Anne Lamott says."100 years, all new people."You can do this.  Occasionally my show notes contain Amazon or other affiliate links. This means if you buy books or stuff via my podcast link I may receive a tiny commission and do a happy dance. There is no extra fee for you. I only link to items I personally use and love: products I feel help heart-centered artists and writers. Thank you. :)