with host artist Miriam Schulman
The rules are changing, but not in the way fear-driven headlines would have you believe. In this episode, Miriam breaks down what’s actually shifting in the art market—from collector psychology and gallery expectations to pricing norms and visibility. This isn’t about panic or working harder. It’s about clear positioning, compelling storytelling, and aligning your message with values-driven buyers. If you want to sell more art without burning out, these insights will help you prepare now instead of scrambling later.
“Collectors buy meaning, not medium.” – Miriam Schulman
In this podcast, you will…
- How collector psychology is shifting toward values-driven buying
- Why your artist statement matters more than technical perfection
- How galleries are evolving and what they expect from artists today
“Working harder is not going to save you. Working smarter and being more aligned is what’s going to get you more success in 2026.” – Miriam Schulman
Links Mentioned
📖 Artpreneur, by Miriam Schulman: The go-to handbook for artists aspiring to turn their passion into a sustainable and profitable career. This book offers inspiring stories and practical advice that empower artists to embrace a confident mindset and follow a clear path to creative and financial freedom.
📅 Goal Setting Workshop for Artists: The ultimate workshop to help you craft crystal-clear, personalized goals that merge your creative genius with business savvy. You’ll walk away with a custom 2026 promotional calendar, a 50+ page confidence-boosting workbook, and the tools to grow your art biz sustainably—without burning out. It’s your one-way ticket to mastering time, ditching stress, and stepping into your full artistic power, all with a big dose of fun and fearless clarity. Go to schulmanart.com/GOALS!
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About the host, Miriam Schulman
In case we haven’t met yet, I’m an artist and founder of The Inspiration Place, where I help other artists learn how to profit from their passion. Through online classes, business coaching programs, and a top-ranked podcast, I’ve helped thousands of artists around the world develop their skill sets and create more time and freedom to do what they love. My signature coaching program, The Artist Incubator, helps artists go from so-so sales to sold-out collections.
After witnessing 9/11, I abandoned a lucrative hedge fund job to work on my art full time. Since then, my art and story have been featured in major publications including Forbes, What Women Create, The New York Times, Art of Man, Art Journaling magazine, Professional Artist Magazine, Igniting Creativity as well as featured on NBC’s “Parenthood” and the Amazon series “Hunters” with Al Pacino. Check out my best-selling book with HarperCollins Leadership, Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living From Your Creativity, wherever books are sold. When I’m not in the studio, I split my time between New York City and a farmhouse in the country. I’d love to invite you to check out one of my free resources for art lovers (of every passion level) at schulmanart.com/freebies
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Listener shout out of the week!
I started a journey last September and I found MYSELF, CLARITY and my VOICE. This means so much to me and I thank you wholeheartedly for your wisdom, foresight and validation…believing in me, now I truly believe in myself!
~Christy Greene
Chelsea Artpreneur Studio · New York City
What’s the biggest bottleneck holding your art business back?
Maybe it feels like pricing. Maybe it’s finding the right collectors, choosing the right opportunities, or figuring out what deserves your attention next. Or maybe you can see 3 different directions your business could go, and you’re tired of guessing which one is right.
That’s what we’re working on at the Chelsea Artpreneur Studio, October 28–29 in New York City.
This isn’t a conference or another workshop where you leave with forty new ideas. I’m bringing together a small group of established artists for two days of hands-on strategy built around the actual problems you bring into the room. We’ll look at your business, figure out what’s really holding it back, make the decisions, and map out exactly what comes next.
You’ll also have a professional branding portrait session, plus plenty of time around the table with a small group of artists who take their businesses as seriously as you do.
You’ll leave knowing what’s actually holding your business back, what needs to change, and most of all, what to do next.
By application · Limited seats
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