October 4, 2023

113. Strategies for Standing Out – Martina Flor Open Studio

Welcome to Season 5 of Martina Flor's Open Studio! This season, we're addressing key questions from the lettering artist and creative community. Join us for discussions on building an impressive portfolio, breaking into the professional world of lettering, and more.

Episode Highlights:

Introduction to the Challenge:

  • Unpacking the challenge of making your creative work stand out in a saturated creative landscape.

Effective Strategies to Stand Out:

  • Embrace Your Unique Voice: Leveraging personal experiences and passions to cultivate your artistic identity.
  • Consistency and Deliberate Practice: Setting a consistent creative practice schedule for skill development.
  • Fearless Experimentation: Encouraging experimentation with new techniques and styles.
  • The Art of Authentic Storytelling: How sharing your work's backstory deepens audience connections.
  • Networking and Collaborations: The power of building connections with fellow artists.

Actionable Steps to Stand Out:

  • Unearth Your Unique Self: Reflecting on passions, life experiences, and individuality.
  • Craft a Consistency Plan: Establishing a regular creative practice routine.
  • Boldly Venture into the Unknown: Challenging oneself with creative experimentation.
  • Share Your Creative Odyssey: Commencing the practice of sharing personal stories behind the work.
  • Build a Network of Like-Minded Souls: Enhancing connections through workshops, conferences, and meetups.

Announcement:

  • Martina Flor's FREE Lettering Masterclass: Join our final masterclass of the year starting on October 12th. Learn the art of exceptional lettering and attracting dream assignments. Sign up at martinaflor.com/masterclass.

Join us for Season 5 as we explore essential topics for lettering artists and creatives. Together, we'll uncover how to stand out, create outstanding work, and thrive doing what we love.

Stay tuned for more episodes filled with inspiration, creativity, and growth with Martina Flor's Open Studio!

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August 2, 2023

112. Season Finale! Best Moments of Martina Flor Open Studio’s Season 4

Thank you for watching and listening to this podcast, you are the motor that keeps Open Studio alive! Subscribe and leave us a review to help us keep doing this and more for you. Have a great summer and see you on season 5!

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July 19, 2023

111. How To Build Momentum by Martina Flor

You know that amazing feeling when you're in the zone, riding the wave of momentum? It's the ultimate catalyst for achieving your goals and making things happen. But how do you discover it and maintain it, especially when life throws obstacles your way? Get ready, because in this episode, I'll unveil practical and powerful techniques to unlock the unstoppable force of momentum.

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July 12, 2023

110. 5 Essentials Pillars for Mastering Your Craft – Martina Flor

Imagine others in awe, asking, "How do you do it?" Picture creating work you’re really proud of. Mastering a craft isn't exclusive to the naturally gifted—it's within your reach as well. In this episode, uncover the 5 essential pillars to thrive with your art and become the master of any craft. Get ready to unleash your creative potential.

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July 5, 2023

109. How To Plan For A Productive Creative Summer (Winter) – Martina Flor

Half the year is gone, but the opportunities for creative and business growth are still abundant! Whether you're entering  the summer season or embracing the winter chill, join me as I reveal my three steps to planning for a productive creative season. Tune in and and make the most of the time ahead!

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June 28, 2023

108. Expert Tips for Building Your Portfolio – Martina Flor

In this solo episode I touch on getting better at your craft and strategies to find the time to produce work and build a portfolio.

Doing great work has always been at the core of my career as an artist, and I’ve seen that happening repeatedly with many of the artists I interview on this podcast. I advocate for this approach with my students, the members of my coaching program, and with every assignment that I take on: doing your best work is priority.

But getting really good at your craft takes time and life keeps getting on the way, so in this episode I provide you with a few strategies that you can use to clear up your way and start seeing real progress in your craft.

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June 21, 2023

107. Transforming Artists’ Careers: The Truth About My Group Business Coaching Program for Lettering Artists and Illustrators

My Coaching Program ➡️ https://www.maketheleapnow.com/

In this episode we dive deep into the success stories of the three of them who are also alumni from my business group coaching program, Leap Now, designed exclusively for lettering artists and illustrators. If you’re wondering, what is in this episode for me?.

Well, I believe that it can give you tons of clarity around how coaching and support can make a difference in your career and freelance business, and decide whether this is something you may benefit from as well.

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June 14, 2023

106. Is the Lettering & Illustration Market Oversaturated? – Martina Flor

Sign up for my upcoming series of free workshops "Secrets to Success as a Commercial Artist" at ➡️ https://www.martinaflor.com/secretsworkshop

Breaking news: The lettering and illustration market is NOT oversaturated! 📣 In this episode, I'm going to show you the four key factors you need to embrace to find your unique place and thrive with your work.

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June 7, 2023

105. How To Shape Your Success Mindset – Martina Flor

Sign up for my upcoming series of free workshops "Secrets to Success as a Commercial Artist" at ➡️ https://www.martinaflor.com/secretsworkshop

What is the one thing that has the power to elevate you or bring you down? The factor that can determine your success or failure? The element that sets apart those who achieve great things from those who struggle to make progress? Yes, I'm talking about your mindset. In this episode, you will learn valuable tips to shape your mindset and unlock the potential to achieve all your artist dreams and more. Pay attention and let's dive in!

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May 31, 2023

104. Survey Results Are Here! Find Out How Commercial Artists Are Making An Income – Martina Flor

SEE THE SURVEY RESULTS 👉🏼 https://www.martinaflor.com/survey-results

Wondering how to make an income with your creative skills? Curious about how much other commercial artists are charging for editorial, publishing, advertising and packaging assignments? Get ready because today I’ll share with you the results of the survey on the business of lettering and illustration, and the insights are eye opening. Let’s dive in!

Mark your calendar and sign up for the waiting list on https://www.maketheleapnow.com

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Sparrstraße 20,
13353 Berlin, Germany (by appointment only)
+49 (0) 30 33877574 

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13353 Berlin, Germany (by appointment only)
+49 (0) 30 33877574 

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