with host artist Miriam Schulman
Turning a passion for art into a thriving career takes more than talent—it takes vision, resilience, and a willingness to forge your own path. Alyssa proves there’s no single blueprint for an art career. With a background in the New York fashion industry, she transformed her creative path by blending photography with mixed media, crafting textured and evocative works. She’s not just creating—she’s challenging the rules of the art world. Tune in to learn how she did it.
“There is no one path up the mountain. The mistake artists make is trying to climb too many at once.” – Miriam Schulman
In this podcast, you will discover…
- Learn how mixed media techniques can add depth and emotion to your artwork.
- Explore alternative ways to sell art beyond the traditional gallery system.
- Find out why relationships and persistence are key to getting into retail spaces.
“It’s not about taking a picture of what someone looks like—it’s about capturing who they are.” – Alyssa Peek
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.
🖼️ Shop Alyssa’s Art Here: Designed to bring a feeling of calm and serenity into your home, each piece offers a timeless connection to the coast, no matter where you live. Whether your space is by the ocean or in the city, my work harmonizes effortlessly with any environment, inviting you to pause, reflect, and feel at peace.
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About Alyssa
Alyssa Peek is a contemporary artist known for her unique fusion of photography and mixed media, creating evocative works that capture emotions and narratives. With a background in art from the University of Illinois and a successful 23-year career in the NYC fashion industry, Alyssa founded Peek Photography in 2013. Her art blends photography, painting, illustration, and texture, inviting viewers to see the world through a fresh, imaginative lens.
Based in Sag Harbor, NY, Alyssa draws inspiration from the East End’s serene landscapes. She is also a Headshot and Personal Branding Photographer for Women Over 40, a speaker, and a presence coach. Alyssa lives with her husband, Barry, and their dog, Lucy. Outside the studio, she enjoys golf, kayaking, travel, and cooking.
About the host, Miriam Schulman
Miriam Schulman is an artist business coach, working artist, and author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, published by HarperCollins Leadership. After building her own multiple-six-figure art business, Miriam created The Inspiration Place, a podcast ranked among the top 0.5% of podcasts worldwide by Listen Notes. Through her coaching programs, podcast, and book, she has helped thousands of visual artists strengthen their marketing, attract collectors, and build sustainable art businesses.
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Listener shout out of the week!
There’s been so much change within me over these past 6 months. I’m not the same person that I was when I started. And I’m very, very grateful. It’s changed my life.
~ Nicole Mann
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