Meet self-taught artist Kristin Cooney, who made the unexpected leap from dentistry to painting. Drawing inspiration from vintage photographs of glamorous women, Kristin transforms historical moments into joyful coastal scenes, florals, and abstracts. She shares the creative process behind her vibrant work and the surprising parallels between art and dentistry—especially value contrast.

Kristin also offers practical advice on the business of art, from shipping large paintings through UPS and Shopify to rebuilding her audience after a hacked Instagram account. She highlights the power of email marketing, creating quality prints, and generating passive income. Her story encourages artists of any age to keep learning, stay curious, and pursue their passion with confidence.

Listen in to learn more :

(04:09) The Impact of Color Inspiration

(06:58) Developing a Business From Instagram Art

(11:36) Building Website Skills With Shopify

(28:20) Embracing Creativity at Any Age

(33:25) Strategic Print Release Planning

(42:41) Appreciate Your Progress as an Artist

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Connect with Kristin Cooney

https://kristincooneystudio.com/

Connect with Kelly on Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/behindthebrush_kellypelfrey KP Art Collective - http://kpartcollective.com/

https://kellypelfrey.com/