Join us for an inspiring conversation with Ekaterina Popova, creator of Create Magazine and leader of the Create Collective community. Kat shares her journey from growing up in Russia, overcoming challenges, to building a thriving artistic and entrepreneurial career, emphasizing the power of community and mindset in success.

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Key Topics Covered:

• Kat's origin story: moving from Russia to the US and her early artistic influences
• The evolution of her art career and founding of Create Magazine in 2013
• Lessons learned from partnerships and rebranding over the years
• Building a supportive community for artists at all stages
• Strategies for connecting with big names and seizing opportunities
• How to navigate gallery relationships and develop multiple income streams
• Breaking free from the scarcity mindset rooted in Soviet mentality
• Manifestation, divine intervention, and trusting the process
• The importance of removing limiting beliefs and embracing abundance
• Practical tips on art supplies affordability, and best pigments
• The role of community in creating opportunities and collaboration
• Advice for artists eager to grow their careers and cultivate consistent work

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction to Ekaterina Popova and her creative journey
02:15 - The transition from art student to community builder
05:05 - Creating the Creative Business Handbook & collaborative wisdom
09:15 - The story behind launching Create Magazine and rebranding
13:50 - Building authentic relationships with industry leaders
16:45 - How to approach and collaborate with big names in art
20:10 - Navigating gallery relationships and developing multiple income streams
25:00 - Overcoming scarcity mentality from Soviet upbringing
27:30 - Manifestation stories and divine intervention moments
30:50 - Practical advice on art supplies and pigment selection
34:20 - The power of community and collaborative opportunities
37:45 - Who joins the Create Collective and the benefits of being part of a supportive tribe
41:10 - The kind of artist that thrives in Kat's community
43:00 - Rapid fire Q&A: astrology, favorite flowers, movies, and travel dreams
47:20 - Final tips on building abundance and trusting your creative path

Tune in as Host Marina Granger answers listeners' questions including: How does a Gallery Know You're Ready for Representation? What makes a Gallery confident they can sell your work? What motivates collectors to buy emerging artists? And, how to debut new types of work?

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