15 Inspirational Artist Quotes for Starting Your Successful Art Business
Hey there friend, I’m Jenna!
I am an art business coach and an artist just like you. Founder of Artpreneur Academy and host of the Empowered Artist Podcast. I’ve turned over 750 artists into Artpreneurs™ after growing my own 6-figure art business.
Alrighty, let's get down to business! Are you an artist with a passion for creating but struggling to turn it into a profitable career? Well, fear not my friend, because I've got just what you need to get your booty in gear today!
If you want to launch your art business and you are feeling unsure of the next step, then you absolutely need to get:
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What’s Inside:
-5 non-negotiables you need for a successful art business
-13 things artists don’t realize they are wasting time on
This checklist will help you eliminate overwhelm and finally launch your art business now!
You should know exactly why I cherry-picked these quotes for you. Because my success story of growing a 6-figure art business wasn’t all rainbows. 😭 Keep reading to discover how I turned it all around.
Here are 15 inspirational quotes from some badass artists and entrepreneurs to help you overcome your doubts and start making money doing what you love:
"Doubting yourself is normal. Letting it stop you is a choice." - Mel Robbins
"Things that excite you aren't random. They are connected to your purpose. Follow them." - Unknown
"Which do you want – the pain of staying where you are, or the pain of growth?" - Unknown
"Starting something new feels scary every time. Confidence builds when you try, learn, fail, learn. Try, learn, succeed. You begin and trust your ability to figure anything out." - Jenna Webb
"The stronger the why, the easier the how becomes." - Jim Rohn
"They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself." - Andy Warhol
"What is creative living? Any life that is driven more strongly by curiosity than by fear." - Elizabeth Gilbert
"It's not about chasing money. It's about chasing freedom." - Shruti Pangtey
"Create a life you can't wait to wake up to." - Unknown
"Great people DO THINGS before they're ready." - Amy Poehler
"Failure is not the opposite of success, it is part of success. If you want to succeed, double your failure rate. The only true failure is quitting." - Unknown
"I'm too creative for nine to five." - Unknown
"What would you do if you weren't afraid?" - Sheryl Sandberg
"If you talk about it, it's a dream, if you envision it, it's possible, but if you schedule it, it's real." - Tony Robbins
If it is important to you, you will find a way. If not, you'll find an excuse.
My story goes like this…
When I retired from corporate to live my dream life as an artist, there was no example for me to follow.
As I started to grow my own 6 figure art business, I was able to map out a complete step-by-step blueprint for successfully creating and marketing online art businesses.
But the truth is…
In the beginning, my art business was not gaining the traction I needed to pay my bills.
I remember sitting on my kitchen floor with a coffee and petting my dogs.
Usually, this is a moment of peace for me to pet Gus and Lola (Boston and frenchie) and sip warm coffee in the morning.
But on the inside, my mind and my heart were in total disarray.
I was looking around me, at this beautiful home I'd purchased. (I LOVED this home. I had painted every wall, bought every piece of furniture, and decorated it like an artist would.)
But I was wondering how I was going to pay for it. And keep the lights on.
I hadn't taken a toe dip into the art business, I had taken the full plunge! My art business was my entire income.
Not to mention I have daily chronic migraines.
Everything in this moment just felt impossible.
My heart was racing and I didn't want to panic because I knew it was going to trigger yet another migraine.
So I had a choice to make: go back to corporate where a paycheck was predictable, but I was miserable.
Or to keep chasing my dream even though it was difficult and the path was hella murky and unclear.
My purpose was already crystal clear. I knew my art business was my CALLING. Now I was faced with a choice of HOW?
How the HECK was I going to navigate these mysterious, murky waters when I was failing?
Let me tell you something, there's nothing like necessity to drive you to succeed!
I NEEDED this to work.
So mentally I became an unstoppable badass.
Mentally I was the queen of my own universe.
I put that crown on every morning.
The difference was:
I made an unwavering commitment to follow my dream
My determination became greater than any fear
I decided that any challenge in front of me was figureoutable
and I was going to tackle everything one step at a time
Because when you own a business you are not doing it for a day or a week. You are doing your life's work!
I needed my mental strength for the ups and downs that were to come.
Honestly when I look back The Artprenuer Mindset is the #1 key to my success.
It's the only thing that helps when my health knocks me off course and I have to practice getting back up.
Yes I have a successful art business. But I still have business fears. I still face challenges. My mindset helps keep my eye on my mission and purpose.
I am on a mission to help artists exactly like you transform your mindset and income so you can live your dream life!
There’s never (ever) enough time in the day. But because of my daily struggle with chronic migraines, I have even less time to accomplish what I need to before I’m completely zapped for the day.
I’ve become freaking OBSESSED with collapsing time and only doing exactly what you need to do to succeed, and skipping the rest!
Hence the FREE Ultimate Art Business Checklist I made you. Sign up below to discover the 13 things most artists don’t realize they are wasting time on, so you can launch your successful art business today!
Now, let's break these bad boys down into three categories:
5 Inspirational Quotes About Your Art Business Purpose - Know Why You Love to Create Art and a Life You Love From It!
Quotes to know WHY your art business dream has deep meaning for you - and could change your life
Things that excite you aren't random. They are connected to your purpose. Follow them. unknown
The stronger the why, the easier the how becomes. -Jim Rohn
It's not about chasing money. It's about chasing freedom.- Shruti Pangtey
Create a life you can't wait to wake up to.
I'm too creative for nine to five.
Your why is at the center of EVERYTHING in your art business.
Totally feel free to share on social media and tag me xx-Jenna
6 Inspirational Artist Quotes for Starting Your Successful Art Business
These 15 inspirational quotes from successful artists and entrepreneurs will help you stay focused, motivated, and inspired on your journey to becoming a successful artist entrepreneur.
They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself.
What is creative living? Any life that is driven more strongly by curiosity than by fear.
Great people DO THINGS before they're ready.
If you talk about it, it's a dream, if you envision it, it's possible, but if you schedule it, it's real.
Which do you want – the pain of staying where you are, or the pain of growth?
If it is important to you, you will find a way. If not, you'll find an excuse.
Just get started. Great things lie ahead.
Again, feel free to share and tag me! Xx-Jenna
4 Inspirational Quotes for Artists to Go From Hobbyist to Entrepreneur: Starting Your Art Business Despite Fear
As an artist, you have a unique talent and vision that can be turned into a successful business, if you keep your mindset strong. Here are quotes to keep you inspired despite fear, failure, and anxiety. All things that come up - I’ve totally get it!
Doubting yourself is normal. Letting it stop you is a choice. -Mel Robbins
Starting something new feels scary every time. Confidence builds when you try, learn, fail, learn. Try, learn, succeed. You begin and trust your ability to figure anything out. - Jenna Webb
Failure is not the opposite of success, it is part of success. If you want to succeed, double your failure rate. The only true failure is quitting.
What would you do if you weren't afraid? - Sheryl Sandberg
Failure is part of success.
Share and tag away! Xx-Jenna
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