This month we talk to long-term artist and entrepreneur Melissa Uroff. Uroff is a photographer, painter, mom, neon wizard , and zine creator. Just to name a few of her many skills. She's a beast of an artist, creating installations and manipulated photos. Some of the highlights we cover include valuing yourself and your work, as well as the importance of communication across the many facets of your business.

Join us as we discuss Melissa's documentary photography approach, life as a career creative, and the difficulties of being an artist in a small town. Mario and Melissa connect over philosophy and editing. We discuss the benefits and drawbacks building success. Listen for tips and advice for running your business and protecting your assets! Follow Melissa at @melissalikesphotography

On today's episode, Host Michelle Dahl and Mario Lopez sit-down with another amazing CAREER CREATIVE. Uli Smith is a public health director turned muralist, and painter! Uli is a wealth of knowledge in both the worlds of business and art. We talk about learning to see color, when to follow your passion, marketing to find clients, and art/life/business balance.

On today's episode our host Michelle Dahl, and Mario Lopez get a chance to speak to a true career creative. Artist & business owner Laurelin Gilmore, describes her leap to full time painting, and what lead her to owning a bookstore. We discuss the need for spaces community, and showing up. Find Laurelin at Amatoria Fine Art Books, 1831 F St Sacramento Ca, 95811

Career Creatives with host, Michelle Dahl and Mario Lopez. A podcast about the business side of art, our mission to provide a blue print towards a successful business creating.