Make and Design with Carina Gardner
By: Carina Gardner
Language: en
Categories: Arts, Design, Leisure, Crafts
Carina Gardner, Ph.D. unravels the everyday joys and dilemmas of design, making, and business. This inside scoop into fabric design, paper design, die cut design, and crafting will help bring more creativity and joy in your life. Carina Gardner is the founder and CEO of the University of Arts & Design. She was the Creative Director of Cartabella Paper Co. and MiniLou. She has designed everything from dishware, sewing patterns to bracelets under her brand. She currently designs fabric for Riley Blake Designs and die cutting files for Silhouette while teaching other designers how to create meaningful businesses with their d...
Episodes
Episode 547 Real Results from a University of Arts & Design Student Brenna Powell
Jan 06, 2026Carina talks with Brenna Powell about lessons learned from Design Suite and now as a University of Arts & Design student. These are lessons every designer can relate to!
Learn more about Brenna on all her feeds at crafting with brenna. Visit her website at https://craftingoverload.com/.
Links to help new designers:
What’s New: https://www.carinagardner.com
Design Bootcamp: http://www.carinagardnercourses.com/designbootcamp
University of Arts & Design: http://uad.ed...
Duration: 00:39:55Episode 546 Your Year of Intention
Dec 30, 2025Carina talks about her new book The Intentional Design Year released last month. She goes over how to use it and her free gift to you. Enjoy the digital version of the book for free for 1 month at https://www.designsuitecourses.com/intentional.
You can also get The Intentional Design Year here:
Paperback: https://amzn.to/43XTRLG
Hardback: https://amzn.to/4isrefm
Prompt J...
Duration: 00:16:09545 - A Sneak Peek At Our Family Life During the Holidays
Dec 23, 2025Carina opens up about where she has been, what her family does during the holiday season and more! If you like Carina’s personal antidotes on how she does her life, you will love this very Christmasy episode!
Links to help new designers:
What’s New: https://www.carinagardner.com
Design Bootcamp: http://www.carinagardnercourses.com/designbootcamp
University of Arts & Design: http://uad.education
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Duration: 00:16:40544 - Four-C Model of Creativity
Dec 16, 2025Ever wonder what makes everyday creativity different from the genius of Picasso or Einstein? In this episode, I break down the Four-C Model of Creativity—Mini-c, Little-c, Pro-c, and Big-C—and explore how each level shows up in our lives. From the small insights that spark growth to the world-changing breakthroughs that leave a legacy, you’ll discover why all forms of creativity matter.
Links to help new designers:
What’s New: https://www.carinagardner.com
Design Bootcamp: http://www.carin...
Duration: 00:07:31543 - End of Year Tribute to Lindsay Bowerman
Dec 09, 2025As the year comes to a close, Carina reflects on the loss of a few dear friends. Among them is the wonderful Lindsay Bowerman, a cherished member of the University of Arts & Design Advisory Council, whom Carina interviewed back in 2022. In this heartfelt episode, Carina shares her memories and revisits that special conversation with Lindsay.
Links to help new designers:
What’s New: https://www.carinagardner.com
Design Bootcamp: http://www.carinagardnercourses.com/designbootcamp
University of Arts & De...
Duration: 00:25:02542 - Is AI Cutting Down Idea Diversity? The Troubling Results of One Study
Dec 02, 2025Do you think AI can make you more creative? Actually, according to a new study, AI can enhance individual creativity. The side effect? It reduces novel ideas for society or entire groups. Learn more in today’s episode.
Links to help new designers:
What’s New: https://www.carinagardner.com
Design Bootcamp: http://www.carinagardnercourses.com/designbootcamp
University of Arts & Design: http://uad.education
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Duration: 00:08:54541 - Abundance Thinking + A Book Recommendation
Nov 25, 2025Carina talks about abundance and gratitude at this time of year. She also talks a little bit about a book she has been recently reading called The Art of Thinking Clearly by Rolf Dobelli and having a growth mindset.
Links to help new designers:
What’s New: https://www.carinagardner.com
Design Bootcamp: http://www.carinagardnercourses.com/designbootcamp
University of Arts & Design: http://uad.education
Get my free gi...
Duration: 00:11:46540 - Pulling Back the Curtain on Virtual Conferences
Nov 18, 2025Carina’s team have been doing Virtual Conferences for almost 5 years and Carina tells you some of the things they do in these 5 hour meetings for Design Suite and the University of Arts & Design. Get the inside scoop on what happens on these special design days!
Links to help new designers:
What’s New: https://www.carinagardner.com
Design Bootcamp: http://www.carinagardnercourses.com/designbootcamp
University of Arts & Design: http://uad.education
Episode 539 - Lessons I Recently Learned From a Plumber
Nov 11, 2025Carina talks about an experience she had with a plumber who recently came to do some work on her Barn. The experience was interesting and left her wondering how we as designers show up for our clients.
Links to help new designers:
What’s New: https://www.carinagardner.com
Design Bootcamp: http://www.carinagardnercourses.com/designbootcamp
University of Arts & Design: http://uad.education
Get my free gi...
Duration: 00:14:28Episode 538 - Julie Thompson’s Gluten-Free Breakthrough with Foundations Built from Design Suite
Nov 04, 2025Sometimes designers come to me to create other types of businesses. Learn how our own coach Julie Thompson created a new business using the skills she learned from Design Suite in today’s episode.
Want to learn more about Julie’s new gluten free recipes? Visit her at www.cedarhillbakeshop.com.
Links to help new designers:
What’s New: https://www.carinagardner.com
Design Bootcamp: http://www.carinagardnercourses.com/de...
Duration: 00:18:17Episode 537 - Want to Crush 2026? Here’s Why I Start Planning in October
Oct 28, 2025Crushing your next year actually starts in 4th Quarter of the previous year. Carina talks about several inspirational steps that could take your design business to the next level. Learn more in today’s episode.
Learn what is new by going to www.carinagardner.com
Join a Design Bootcamp at www.designsuitecourses.com/designbootcamp
Get my free gift to you here: https://www.designsuitecourses.com/intentional
Duration: 00:11:39Episode 536 - I'm A Designer. Now What?
Oct 21, 2025If you have a design degree or have been taking several courses online, you might be ready for more than just design…you may be ready for building your business. Carina talks about what you need to do this and what that looks like for designers.
Learn what is new by going to www.carinagardner.com
Join a Design Bootcamp at www.designsuitecourses.com/designbootcamp
Get my free gift to you here: https://www.designsuitecourses.com/intentional
Duration: 00:11:44Episode 535 - The Startling Truth About What AI Is Doing To The Design Industry
Oct 14, 2025Now that we have had AI for a couple of years, Carina talks about what she has seen in the design industry. She covers the most concerning question designers have had which is, “Is design jobs going away?” Learn more in today's episode!
Learn what is new by going to www.carinagardner.com
Join a Design Bootcamp at www.designsuitecourses.com/designbootcamp
Get my free gift to you here: https://www.designsuitecourses.com/inten...
Duration: 00:13:26Episode 534 - Feeling Behind? Listen to This
Oct 07, 2025If you’ve ever felt like everyone else is ahead of you, this episode is your reset button. Carina Gardner shares a powerful mindset shift and practical tips to help you refocus, catch up, and move forward—without the overwhelm. You’re not as behind as you think.
Learn more about Carina at www.carinagardner.com.
Get my free gift to you here: https://www.designsuitecourses.com/intentional
Duration: 00:10:08Episode 533 - The Locked Drawer
Sep 30, 2025What’s hiding in your “locked drawer”? In this episode, Carina Gardner explores the ideas, projects, and dreams we keep tucked away—and how unlocking them can transform your creative career. If you’ve been holding back your best work, it’s time to set it free.
Learn more about Carina at www.carinagardner.com.
Get my free gift to you here: https://www.designsuitecourses.com/intentional
Duration: 00:08:46Episode 532 - Negotiation Secrets Every Designer Needs with Carina Gardner & Susie Tomenchuk
Sep 23, 2025Ready to stop leaving money on the table? In this episode, Carina Gardner sits down with negotiation expert Susie Tomenchuk to share proven strategies every designer needs. From handling pricing pushback to confidently closing deals, you’ll learn how to protect your value, get paid what you’re worth, and negotiate like a pro.
Learn more about Susie at https://www.susietomenchok.com.
Learn more about Carina at www.carinagardner.com.
Get my free gift to you here: https://www.desig...
Duration: 00:22:43Episode 531- Feeling Invisible? 3 Marketing Layers You Need
Sep 16, 2025Tired of feeling like no one sees your work? In this episode, Carina Gardner reveals the three essential marketing layers every creative needs to get noticed, build an audience, and turn followers into customers. Simple, actionable steps to make sure you’re no longer invisible in your industry.
Learn more about Carina at www.carinagardner.com.
Get my free gift to you here: https://www.designsuitecourses.com/intentional
Duration: 00:10:21Episode 530 - Is It Too Late To Start A Design Career?
Sep 09, 2025Think you’ve missed your chance to become a designer? Think again. In this episode, Carina Gardner breaks down why it’s never too late to start a design career, the surprising advantages of starting later in life, and the exact steps to get moving now. Whether you’re 25 or 65, your creative future starts today.
Learn more about Carina at www.carinagardner.com.
Get my free gift to you here: https://www.designsuitecourses.com/intentional
Duration: 00:11:51Episode 529 - Designing While Momming - How I Built My Business With Kids At Home
Sep 02, 2025Balancing diapers and deadlines isn’t easy, but it’s possible—and even rewarding. In this episode, Carina Gardner shares how she built a thriving design business while raising kids at home. From time management hacks to mindset shifts, you’ll hear the strategies that kept her creative career moving forward without sacrificing family.
Learn more about Carina at www.carinagardner.com
Get my free gift to you here: https://www.designsuitecourses.com/intentional
Duration: 00:19:48Episode 528 Design Advice I Would Give My Younger Self
Aug 26, 2025In this heartfelt episode, Carina Gardner shares the advice she wishes she could give her younger creative self—back when she was just starting out, full of passion but unsure of the path ahead.
She opens up about the lessons she’s learned along the way, from embracing imperfect work and letting go of the pressure to be “ready,” to the importance of charging what you’re worth and adopting a business mindset early. Carina reflects on how building a successful design career wasn’t about having all the answers, but about being willing to take the...
Duration: 00:11:03Episode 527 Why Does Creative Potential Suffer?
Aug 19, 2025Carina dives into a question that affects every artist and designer at some point: Why does creative potential suffer—even when we’re passionate, talented, and full of ideas?
Carina unpacks the hidden barriers that often hold creatives back—like perfectionism, comparison, fear of failure, and the pressure to “do it all.” Drawing from her own journey as a designer, entrepreneur, and educator, she offers practical insights into how to protect and nurture your creativity over time.
Listeners will walk away with a fresh perspective on how to reclaim th...
Duration: 00:25:43Episode 526 How to Price Your Design Work When You're Just Starting Out
Aug 12, 2025In this practical and empowering episode, Carina Gardner tackles one of the biggest challenges new designers face: pricing your work when you're just starting out.
Carina walks listeners through the mindset shifts, mistakes to avoid, and strategies that helped her go from undercharging to building a profitable design business. She shares honest insights about how to set your prices with confidence—even if you're not sure what your work is worth yet—and why charging too little can actually slow down your growth.
Whether you're freelancing, creating products, or launching your...
Duration: 00:15:26Episode 525 Design Entrepreneurship & Leadership Skills You Can Learn to Do NOW with Vincent Wanga
Aug 05, 2025In this dynamic episode, Carina Gardner sits down with designer and entrepreneur Vincent Wanga for an inspiring conversation about what it really takes to lead in the creative world—starting right now.
Together, they explore the key leadership and business-building skills every designer can begin practicing today, regardless of experience. From communicating with confidence to making strategic decisions as a creative business owner, Carina and Vincent break down what leadership looks like when you're still in the early stages—and how to grow into the kind of entrepreneur your design work...
Duration: 00:30:04Episode 524 Designing for Profit: Why Some Creatives Make It and Others Don’t
Jul 29, 2025Carina knows in just a few sentences whether a designer is going to be profitable or not. Learn how she assesses a designer’s profitability in today’s episode.
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and crafting design program that teaches designers how to create a business as they learn to design. She has designed for Nordstroms, Riley Blake, Silhouette America, Michaels, Hobb...
Episode 523 3 Mistakes New Designers Make (and How to Avoid Them)
Jul 22, 2025Are you a new designer finding the road a bit bumpy? Carina shares three common mistakes she sees new designers make—and how to fix them. These simple solutions can help you build a more successful design business!
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and crafting design program that teaches designers how to create a business as they learn to design. She ha...
Episode 522 Income for Designers: What Really Works in 2025
Jul 15, 20252025 has been an interesting year for designers. Carina works with hundreds of creatives through her university and Design Suite programs, giving her a front-row seat to what’s actually working right now. Learn more in today’s episode.
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and crafting design program that teaches designers how to create a business as they learn to design. She has desi...
Episode 521 From Hobby to Business: Turning Your Design Skills Into Cash
Jul 08, 2025What’s the difference between someone with a hobby and someone who wants a business from the thing they love? Carina shares the mindset shift you need to turn your design skills into cash.
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and crafting design program that teaches designers how to create a business as they learn to design. She has designed for Nordstroms, Riley Bl...
Episode 520 How to Become a Graphic Designer and Work from Home
Jul 01, 2025Want to become a graphic designer and work from home? In this episode, Carina shares the two paths she took to build a successful design career—while also staying home to raise her kids. Discover how she made it work, what she would do differently, and how you can start your own journey as a work-from-home designer.
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pa...
Episode 519 Dishing the Tea with Event Coordinator Sarah Cannon
Jun 24, 2025In today’s episode, Carina and her event coordinator Sarah have a fun, honest, and laughter-filled conversation about the University of Arts & Design, family, and work. Watch the full episode on youtube at www.youtube.com/carinagardner.
About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and crafting design program that teaches designers how to create a b...
Duration: 01:00:36Episode 518 Pull the Weeds, Water the Roots: How to Grow a Business That Lasts
Jun 17, 2025Pull the Weeds, Water the Roots, and so much more! Carina gives her 10 tips for how to grow a business that lasts. These gardening tips will help you remember what you need to do to help sustain your design business even when things get tough.
About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and crafting...
Duration: 00:22:59Episode 517 The Marketing Dilemma for Designers
Jun 10, 2025Carina explores the tricky balance between creativity and self-promotion. Carina dives into real stories, practical strategies, and expert insights to help designers market themselves without compromising their artistic integrity.
About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and crafting design program that teaches designers how to create a business as they learn to design. She...
Episode 516 Dishing the Tea with Daughter Felicity
Jun 03, 2025In this heartwarming episode, Carina sits down with her daughter Felicity for a candid chat about growing up with a mom who is a designer and business owner. From behind-the-scenes family moments to design inspiration, this mother-daughter duo dishes the tea on creativity, life, and everything in between. Don’t miss this special glimpse into their world! Full episode available on youtube.com/carinagardner.
About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Ma...
Duration: 00:37:17Episode 515 The Grasshopper and The Ant
May 27, 2025Right now is the best season for designers to really bulk up their sales. As we prepare for the coming season we need to act more like the ant than the grasshopper in Aesop’s Fable. Learn more about how you can really prepare for winter (literally).
About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern an...
Duration: 00:10:49Episode 514 Recap of the Design Business Conference
May 20, 2025This is a recap of the Design Business Conference we held at Ashton Gardens in Lehi Utah in March 2025. The original video can be found at youtube.com/carinagardner. Learn more about what we do in our live events!
About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and...
Duration: 00:12:32Episode 513 Drowning in Too Much Too Do
May 13, 2025Do you feel like you are drowning in your design business? Carina uses one way to make sure that she doesn’t spend every day putting out fires in her business. Instead she focuses on the things that are the most important. Use her tactic for getting organized!
About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Su...
Duration: 00:18:53Episode 512 Dishing the Tea with Daughter Felicity
May 06, 2025Carina sits down with daughter Felicity to talk about growing up with a creative business household. Learn some of the sassy and sweet things Carina’s 17 year old has to say about design and business. This episode was originally aired on youtube.com/carinagardner.
About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and crafting design pr...
Duration: 00:18:03Episode 511 Simple Traffic Tricks with Pinterest with Nadalie Bardo
Apr 29, 2025Carina sits down with Pinterest expert Nadalie Bardo to dive into the powerful strategies she uses to drive traffic and grow a brand through Pinterest. Nadalie shares insider tips on optimizing pins, creating content that gets clicks, and leveraging Pinterest’s algorithm to attract the right audience.
Find more about Nadalie at https://yourpincoach.com/pin-popular/
About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters deg...
Duration: 00:17:31Episode 510 You Were Meant to Fly
Apr 22, 2025In this episode, Carina shares an inspiring quote from Charlie Mackesy’s beloved book The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse and explores its deeper meaning. She reflects on the idea that we are all meant to "fly"—to embrace our potential, lean into our uniqueness, and rise beyond our fears. Join her for a conversation about self-discovery, creativity, and the power of recognizing what makes you truly special.
About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of t...
Duration: 00:10:02Episode 509 5 Tips For Starting Your Design Business with the Design Suite Coaches
Apr 15, 2025In this special episode, Carina sits down with her expert design coaches to share their top five tips for starting a successful design business. They break down the essential steps every new designer should take, from building a strong foundation to finding your unique style and landing your first sales. Whether you're just getting started or looking for insider advice, you'll hear firsthand how they would launch a business today and the exact strategies they teach Design Suite members to set them up for long-term success. Don't miss this behind-the-scenes look at what really works in the world...
Duration: 00:10:54Episode 508 4 Ways to Gamify Your Design Process
Apr 08, 2025Struggling with the not-so-fun parts of the design process? In this episode, Carina shares four creative ways to gamify your workflow, keeping you motivated and inspired. From tackling design roadblocks to getting those perfect "dopamine hits" of excitement, these fun techniques will help you stay engaged and make designing a joy! Tune in now!
About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the...
Duration: 00:13:53Episode 507 Marketing Hacks with Susan Smith
Apr 01, 2025Carina interviews Susan Smith who teaches quilters. Learn more about her launch methods and running a creative business.
Listen to her podcast at Measure Twice Cut Once and visit her www.stitchedbysusan.com.
Episode 507 Marketing Hacks with Susan Smith
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in...
Duration: 00:22:08Episode 506 Sweet Life of A Designer
Mar 25, 2025The Sweet Life of A Designer Summit is coming NEXT MONTH! Carina tells you why this summit is different and what you can expect from this awesome virtual event. To get your free ticket, join us at https://www.designsuitecourses.com/sweetlifesummit
Episode 506 Sweet Life of A Designer
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in...
Duration: 00:10:21Episode 505 The Lighthouse Keeper’s Mistake
Mar 18, 2025Description
It is the small things that can add up FOR US and AGAINST US. Carina talks about the Lighthouse Keeper’s Mistake as a cautionary tale for our own design businesses.
Episode 505 The Lighthouse Keeper’s Mistake
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fiel...
Duration: 00:14:13Episode 504 The Cobbler’s Shoes
Mar 11, 2025Have you heard the old proverb about the cobber’s shoes? As a designer and artist, we need to be sure and be taking care of the most important things first. Sometimes this is really hard to do as other people ask us for things. Carina talks about the cobbler’s shoes and oxygen masks in this episode as a reminder and challenge to take care of yourself first.
Episode 504 The Cobbler’s Shoes
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Duration: 00:13:32Episode 503 Quilting with Amy Smart
Mar 04, 2025Carina interviews Amy Smart who is a fellow Riley Blake designer and blogger. Her quilt blog is a popular resource for many sewing enthusiasts. Learn more about Amy’s creative business in this episode. Find more about her at diaryofaquilter.com.
Episode 503 Quilting with Amy Smart
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is...
Duration: 00:13:52Episode 502 AI Could Be Your Best Friend
Feb 25, 2025Instead of worrying about AI, what if we took it as a resource that could help us in our businesses? Carina goes over several ways we can be using AI and practical examples of how it can help us build a business faster!
Episode 502 AI Could Be Your Best Friend
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO...
Duration: 00:17:29Episode 501 How You Are Losing Creative Power
Feb 18, 2025Your creative power is an important part of who you are as a maker, artist, and designer. But many times things can get in the way of that power. Carina walks you through some of those key things that can bring you down so you can avoid the traps that keep a designer from doing their best work!
Episode 501 How You Are Losing Creative Power
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design...
Duration: 00:14:12Episode 500 How to Time Manage Your Life Sustainably with Moda Fabric Designer Vanessa Christensen
Feb 11, 2025Carina’s friend and fellow designer Vanessa Christenson talks about owning two businesses. As a moda designer and coach, Vanessa inspires others to create the life they want.
Learn more about Vanessa at https://vanessachristenson.com/
Episode 500 How to Time Manage Your Life Sustainably with Moda Fabric Designer Vanessa Christensen
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of...
Duration: 00:24:51Episode 499 3 Products Your Should Design For in 2025
Feb 06, 2025Wondering what new products you should be considering in 2025? Carina walks you through some of the products she is seeing make a splash on the design scene! Learn more in today’s episode!
Episode 499 3 Products Your Should Design For in 2025
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and crafting design program that teaches designers how to create a business as th...
Episode 498 Quilting on the Side with Andi Stanfield
Jan 28, 2025Carina talks to Andi Stanfield about being a quilter and owning a creative business. For all quilters and creative business owners, Andi talks about life lessons and what she is working on now.
Learn more about Andi at https://www.quiltingontheside.com/
Episode 498 Quilting on the Side with Andi Stanfield
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and...
Episode 497 How Do I Make Money From My Art?
Jan 21, 2025The number one question Carina gets asked is “How do I make money from my art?” The answer is both simple and complicated as Carina talks about making money from artwork.
Episode 497 How Do I Make Money From My Art?
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and crafting design program that teaches designers how to create a business as they...
Episode 496 New Year's Resolutions To Fill Our Cups
Jan 14, 2025Have you created New Year’s Resolutions that make you a better person? How about creating New Year’s Resolutions that fill your cup? Carina talks about the difference in today’s episode and how she is using goal setting to bring her fulfillment this coming year.
Episode 496 New Year's Resolutions To Fill Our Cups
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surfac...
Episode 495 I'm Getting My Own Office Space! Updates on the New Barn
Jan 07, 2025Carina has been keeping a secret! For all of 2024, she has been building a new office space called the Barn in her backyard. Learn more about how she plans to use the space and progress on it in today’s episode.
Episode 495 I'm Getting My Own Office Space! Updates on the New Barn
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern an...
Episode 494 Morning Routines Revisited
Dec 31, 2024Carina not only revisits morning routines but also 2024. Learn about many of the fails and wins we experienced this year at Carina Gardner, Inc.
Episode 494 Morning Routines Revisited
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and crafting design program that teaches designers how to create a business as they learn to design. She has designed for Nordstroms, Riley Blake, Silhouette America, Michaels...
Episode 493 Christmas Traditions and Other Thoughts
Dec 24, 2024Ever wondered what some of Carina’s Christmas traditions are? Carina talks about some of the things her family does and talks about the past year.
Episode 493 Christmas Traditions and Other Thoughts
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and crafting design program that teaches designers how to create a business as they learn to design. She has designed for Nordstroms, Riley Bl...
Episode 492 Caring Community with Design Suite Member Jennifer Burba
Dec 17, 2024Carina talks to Design Suite member Jennifer Burba about creating her design business with twelve kids in tow and starting a Bachelor’s degree. Her work ethic will inspire you in your own creative endeavors!
Episode 492 Caring Community with Design Suite Member Jennifer Burba
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and crafting design program that teaches designers how to create a bu...
Episode 491 The Magic AND Inspiration of the Season
Dec 10, 2024Carina talks about the magic and inspiration you can get from the season by just having one little mind switch. Learn today what that switch is!
Episode 491 The Magic AND Inspiration of the Season
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About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:
Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and crafting design program that teaches designers how to create a business as they learn to design. She has designed for...
Episode 490 Sneak Peek Bonus Episode from Design Your Life Podcast
Dec 03, 2024This is a Sneak Peek Bonus Episode from the Design Your Life Podcast! If you have ever wondered what I talk about on the Design Your Life Podcast, this is your chance to learn more. The Design Your Life Podcast not only features more down-to-earth stories about design, but insights on trends, economy, and a segment called “Coaches Unfiltered.” This is our exclusive podcast was created for Design Suite members and University of Arts & Design students. Learn more about how you can listen to this podcast by going to www.designsuitecourses.com/designevents.
Episode 490 Sneak Peek Bonus Epis...
Episode 489 Marketable Products Designers Should Jump Into This Coming Year
Nov 26, 2024Want the heads up on fabulous marketable products YOU can make this coming year? Carina goes over 14 products you are going to want to keep your eyes on!
Episode 489 Marketable Products Designers Should Jump Into This Coming Year
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers practical tips on market trends, pricing, and self-promotion. By understanding what buyers are looking for, you can make your art more appealing a...
Duration: 00:23:23Episode 488 What is Hot in 2024 and 2025 and Black Friday Deals with Heat Press Nation
Nov 19, 2024Carina speaks to Heat Press Nation about Direct To Film and what is up and coming for 2025! This is a not-to-be-missed episode if you love crafting machines! Get more from Heat Press Nation here: https://www.heatpressnation.com/?sscid=a1k8_1ge1nn
Episode 488 What is Hot in 2024 and 2025 and Black Friday Deals with Heat Press Nation
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She o...
Episode 487 Black Friday Deals Overview - Sneak Preview
Nov 12, 2024This week Carina goes over the weekly black friday deals going on at CGInc. You can join in and get these deals by joining at www.designsuitecourses.com/free.
Episode 487 Black Friday Deals Description
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers practical tips on market trends, pricing, and self-promotion. By understanding what buyers are looking for, you can make your art more appealing and boost y...
Episode 486 Pursuing An Art Career After 40 with Jennifer Clifford
Nov 05, 2024Carina interviews Jennifer Clifford who took the leap to create an art business. Listen in on how she sells her work and how she changed her passion into a career after the age of 40.
Learn more about Jennifer at www.jenniferclifford.net or follow her on instagram at @adventures_in_collage
Episode 486 Pursuing An Art Career After 40 with Jennifer Clifford
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want t...
Episode 485 Sales, Sales, Sales, and the Power of Relationships
Oct 30, 2024Carina breaks down 4th quarter stats and helps you understand why sales and relationships at this time of year is so important.
Episode 485 Sales, Sales, Sales, and the Power of Relationships
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers practical tips on market trends, pricing, and self-promotion. By understanding what buyers are looking for, you can make your art more appealing and boost your sa...
Episode 484 Halloween Traditions Evolution
Oct 28, 2024Carina talks about her favorite Halloween traditions and how some of them have changed. She talks about why she loves this time of the year as a designer.
Episode 484 Halloween Traditions Evolution
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers practical tips on market trends, pricing, and self-promotion. By understanding what buyers are looking for, you can make your art more appealing and boost your sales. Click b...
Duration: 00:12:13Episode 483 The Strength of Weak Ties
Oct 23, 2024Carina talks about a study by Mark Granovetter who discovered that weak ties may be the most powerful in changing our lives. With new and broader networks coming from these weak ties, we as designers can take advantage of these to help us broader our opportunities.
Episode 483 The Strength of Weak Ties
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers practical tips on market trends, pricing, and s...
Duration: 00:11:14Episode 482 Summit Building with Tracy Sundue and Heather Cameron
Oct 21, 2024Carina talks with Tracy Sundue and Heather Cameron about their upcoming summit: Fall Scrapbooking Fun Summit and how they have built a fabulously fun summit. If you have ever been interested in guesting or hosting a summit, you will love this practical episode.
Join the Fall Scrapbooking Summit for free at https://designsuite--igniteyourmarket.thrivecart.com/scrapbooking-fun-summit/
Find Tracy at www.igniteyourmarket.com/carina
Get a freebie from Heather at www.igniteyourmarket.com/carina
Episode 482 Summit Building with Tracy Sundue and Heather Cameron
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Have you ever wondered what mak...
Duration: 00:23:04Episode 481 Creatives Don’t Give Up - Two Stories of Perseverance
Oct 16, 2024Carina talks about not giving up and the perseverance of two creatives that she thinks will help designers see that they should continue to go after their dreams. Learn about the two women in today’s episode!
Episode 481 Creatives Don’t Give Up - Two Stories of Perseverance
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers practical tips on market trends, pricing, and self-promotion. By under...
Duration: 00:13:40Episode 480 The Secrets Behind Knowing If You Are Actually A Design Business
Oct 14, 2024Carina talks about 3 things that you should be looking for to know whether you are behaving as a business. If you feel like design is just a hobby, listen in to see if these three things can help you start behaving like an innovative creative and business strategist.
Episode 480 The Secrets Behind Knowing If You Are Actually A Design Business
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to b...
Duration: 00:13:41Episode 479 Design Suite Maker Conference with Jalin Bingham, Kristi Rachelle, and Emily Fish
Oct 09, 2024Carina talks with Jalin Bingham, Kristi Rachelle, Emily Fish in a live panel for the Design Suite Maker Conference about their design businesses, shops, and why they decided to start their own design businesses.
Get the All Access Pass to this conference here: https://www.designsuitecourses.com/design-suite-maker-conference-all-access-pass-4
Join a Design Bootcamp to learn more about Design Suite here: www.designsuitecourses.com.designbootcamp
Learn more about the University of Arts & Design at www.uad.education
Episode 479 Design Suite Maker Conference with Jalin Bingham, Kristi Rachelle, and Emily Fish
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Episode 478 Your Vision, Not Somebody Else’s Vision
Oct 07, 2024Carina talks about being a visionary for your company. She talks about Walt Disney’s vision and how you too can create a vision for yourself that is strong and specific.
Episode 478 Your Vision, Not Somebody Else’s Vision
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers practical tips on market trends, pricing, and self-promotion. By understanding what buyers are looking for...
Episode 477 The Lies I See on Social Media…It’s a Game of WereWolf
Oct 02, 2024Carina talks about some of the “untruths” she sees on social media and how a game of werewolf tells us most about the one thing most of us are missing when we enter the design business world.
Episode 477 The Lies I See on Social Media…It’s a Game of WereWolf
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers practical tips on market tr...
Episode 476 Design Suite Maker Conference with Brenna Powell, Tracey Rinaldo, and Kim Thomas
Sep 30, 2024Carina talks with Brenna Powell, Tracey Rinaldo, Kim Thomas in a live panel for the Design Suite Maker Conference about their design businesses, shops, and why they decided to start their own design businesses.
Get the All Access Pass to this conference here: https://www.designsuitecourses.com/design-suite-maker-conference-all-access-pass-4
Join a Design Bootcamp to learn more about Design Suite here: www.designsuitecourses.com.designbootcamp
Learn more about the University of Arts & Design at www.uad.education
Episode 476 Design Suite Maker Conference with Brenna Powell, Tracey Rinaldo...
Duration: 00:31:06Episode 475 Idea Rich, Time Poor
Sep 25, 2024Do have tons of ideas but don't have the time to implement them? Being idea rich and time poor can sometimes feel disheartening. Learn what you should do with those ideas!
Episode 475 Idea Rich, Time Poor
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers practical tips on market trends, pricing, and self-promotion. By understanding what buyers are looking for, y...
Episode 474 The Multiple Streams of Income A Designer Experiences
Sep 23, 2024Most design businesses have multiple streams of income. Sometimes this includes client work, online platforms, manufacturer deals and more. Learn more about the best ways you can utilize multiple streams of income in your first years to become a profitable design business.
Episode 474 The Multiple Streams of Income A Designer Experiences
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers p...
Episode 473 Design Suite Maker Conference with Tiffani Hawkins, Viveca Chenoweth, and Jennifer Burba
Sep 18, 2024Carina talks with Tiffani Hawkins, Viveca Chenoweth, and Jennifer Burba in a live panel for the Design Suite Maker Conference about their design businesses, shops, and why they decided to start their own design businesses.
Get the All Access Pass to this conference here: https://www.designsuitecourses.com/design-suite-maker-conference-all-access-pass-4
Join a Design Bootcamp to learn more about Design Suite here: www.designsuitecourses.com.designbootcamp
Learn more about the University of Arts & Design at www.uad.education
Episode 473 Design Suite...
Duration: 00:46:16Episode 472 Real Life Costly Mistakes in Business
Sep 16, 2024Carina gets real about the mistakes that she has made in business in the hopes that it helps you in your own business.
Episode 472 Real Life Costly Mistakes in Business
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers practical tips on market trends, pricing, and self-promotion. By understanding what buyers are looking for, you can make your art more ap...
Episode 471 Crafting Creativity Design Suite Insights with Aja Sharia Julie
Sep 11, 2024Design Suite Coaches Aja Fillmore, Sharia Morton, and Julie Thompson sit down to share the juiciest details about their favorite aspects of the Design Suite program. From celebrating members' big wins to revealing insider tips on sparking creativity, these coaches offer an inspiring and behind-the-scenes look at what makes the Design Suite experience truly exceptional.
Episode 471 Crafting Creativity Design Suite Insights with Aja Sharia Julie
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think l...
Episode 470 Dealing with Unrealistic Expectations From Clients
Sep 09, 2024Have you ever had a client who had unrealistic expectations? They wanted A LOT for very little? Or maybe a client who asks for revision after revision after revision. Or maybe a client who demanded things happen in a timeline that was unreasonable. Welcome to owning a business! Carina breaks down some of these circumstances and what you should think about and avoid.
Episode 470 Dealing with Unrealistic Expectations From Clients
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art t...
Episode 469 How Do You Go From Novice to Ninja Designer
Sep 04, 2024Have you ever wondered how many hours you REALLY need to put into your design business to get it going? Carina talks about your hours and how you can go from being a beginner to an expert.
Episode 469 How Do You Go From Novice to Ninja Designer
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers practical tips on market tr...
Episode 468 Behind the Scenes with the Leadership Team with Carina, Sarah, and Lisa
Sep 02, 2024During a leadership retreat for Design Suite, Carina Gardner, Sarah Cannon, and Lisa Baldwin take a moment to spill the tea on what’s really happening behind the scenes. Get ready to dive into their exclusive conversation as they reveal the latest insights, surprises, and exciting developments within Design Suite.
Episode 468 Behind the Scenes with the Leadership Team with Carina, Sarah, and Lisa
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a c...
Episode 467 A Strong Designer's Journey
Aug 28, 2024Strong designers may not always look strong. Nor do they always make the correct decisions. But they do act in ways that other designers do not. Carina mirrors some of the things she did early in her design journey to help you create a strong design business.
Episode 467 A Strong Designer's Journey
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a c...
Episode 466 Industry Experts vs. Teaching Experts
Aug 26, 2024Let's talk about the difference between those that know their industry and those that teach...because there is a big difference. Learn more as Carina talks about industry expertise and how you should always be looking for it!
Episode 466 Industry Experts vs. Teaching Experts
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers practical tips on market trends, pricing, and self-promotion. By understanding what b...
Episode 465 How To Get The First Sale
Aug 21, 2024The first sale requires a lot of prework that many creatives get stuck on. Carina lays out the simple plan for moving forward if you are ready to get your first sale.
Episode 465 How To Get The First Sale
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers practical tips on market trends, pricing, and self-promotion. By understanding what buyers are looking for, you can make...
Episode 464 Why Sales Feel So Icky To An Artist or Designer
Aug 19, 2024Selling your work might feel difficult because you love it and are not sure what it is worth. Carina talks about how selling your work is a natural evolution to creating a successful business.
Episode 464 Why Sales Feel So Icky To An Artist or Designer
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers practical tips on market trends, pricing, and self-promotion. By understanding w...
Episode 463 What Fiction, Martha Cooks, and Mickey Mouse Do For My Creativity
Aug 14, 2024Do you operate from a place of creativity? Carina explores our habits and operations to see if we are operating from a place that is positive and creative.
Episode 463 What Fiction, Martha Cooks, and Mickey Mouse Do For My Creativity
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers practical tips on market trends, pricing, and self-promotion. By understanding what buyers a...
Episode 462 Interiors to Patterns with Stephanie Socha
Aug 12, 2024Stephanie Socha has been podcasting on her show Make and Decorate for over 7 Years. During that time she has shared her work in interior design and has recently taken the leap into patterns, hand stitching and the fabric world. Learn about her transition and how podcasting has helped her build a network in today's episode.
Learn more about Stephanie at the Make and Decorate podcast and on her site https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate and on instagram at @stephanie.socha.design
Episode 462 Interiors to Patterns with Stephanie Socha
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... Duration: 00:29:02Episode 461 Design Sales Are Down, So What Do You Do Now?
Aug 08, 2024What do you do when your sales are down? Carina offers 3 tips for your next right step when things are going well in your creative business.
Episode 461 esign Sales Are Down, So What Do You Do Now?
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers practical tips on market trends, pricing, and self-promotion. By understanding what buyers are looking for, you can m...
Episode 460 How Do You Find Creative Balance?
Aug 05, 2024Finding creative balance is a bit of an acrobat act. On one hand you want to make smart decisions about what you are doing, but the other side requires dreaming big and resting. Carina talks about how you can find creative balance and how you NEED creative balance to be a good designer.
Episode 460 How Do You Find Creative Balance?
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and cr...
Episode 459 10 Things You Can Do to Download Creative Ideas
Jul 31, 2024Been feeling stuck? Need some new ideas? Carina talks about 10 ways you can "download" creative ideas from James McCrae's book The Art of You. She recently lectured on this class in one of her classes at the University of Arts & Design Business and goes over some things you can do to get inspired.
Learn more about the University of Arts & Design Business at www.uadb.education
Episode 459 10 Things You Can Do to Download Creative Ideas
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Have y...
Episode 458 Meditation and Yoga with Ann Swanson
Jul 29, 2024Ann Swanson has written books on the science of yoga and mediation. Her knowledge bring a new perspective to the field. If you want to know more and also join her free meditation class, visit her at https://www.annswansonwellness.com/meditation-for-the-real-world
Episode 458 Meditation and Yoga with Ann Swanson
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. She offers practical tips on ma...
Episode 457 What Got Me The Inside Scoop When I Had No Network
Jul 24, 2024At Live bootcamps people always ask how you can get the inside scoop. Carina always says what no one likes to hear and that is, you have to pay to play. That means you have to go to shows, network, join programs, and anything else that will help you learn the industry and talk to buyers and manufacturers. This is a key component that so many creatives miss because they are unwilling to put themselves out there.
Episode 457 What Got Me The Inside Scoop When I Had No Network
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Have you ever w...
Episode 456 How to MAKE it: Lessons From the Book of 25 Creatives
Jul 22, 2024Carina goes through several of the "Day in a Life's from Erin Austen Abbott's book How to Make It. She looks at the daily activities of people who are doing their creative work for a living and things you can do to mimic their activities.
Episode 456 How to MAKE it: Lessons From the Book of 25 Creatives
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that people want to buy. S...
Episode 455 Revitalizing Your Creative Process with the Artist's Way
Jul 17, 2024If you are wanting a "do over" in your creative process, Carina talks about two things you can do that she teaches on from the Artist's Way. She has recently been working on a new course from the University of Arts & Design Business that incorporates the principles from the Artist's Way. Learn how these two things that help you be more creative than ever before!
Episode 455 Revitalizing Your Creative Process with the Artist's Way
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares ho...
Episode 454 Money and Mindset with Steve Hamoen
Jul 15, 2024Steve Hameon has great insights on why revenue matters as he runs his multiple businesses. Learn more in today's episode.
Want to find out more about Steve's podcast? Go to The Money Mindset Mentoring Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts.
Episode 454 Money and Mindset with Steve Hamoen
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Have you ever wanted to create your own personalized planner. Whether you want to create one just for yourself or you want to sell your unique planner, you will not want to miss my workshop coming up...
Episode 453 Books, Books, and More Books
Jul 10, 2024Carina recently purchased a lot of books as she is determining some of the books she wants to introduce into the curriculum at the University. She goes over several of the books she is considering. While not every book will make it into the final curriculum, all of these books will help Carina make informed decisions about what she thinks students need to help them build their businesses.
Episode 453 Books, Books, and More Books
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Have you ever wanted to create your own personalized planner. Whether you w...
Episode 452 Introducing the University of Arts & Design Business
Jul 08, 2024Carina introduces the University of Art & Design Business which will open up for its first semester in fall 2024. Learn more about Carina's decision to start a university to help creatives create businesses. Learn more about the university at www.uadb.education.
Episode 452 Introducing the University of Arts & Design Business
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a...
Episode 451 Good Design is Invisible
Jul 03, 2024Have you ever had an experience where a user interface didn't work the way you wanted it to or you had difficulty finding the information on a website page? it is those times that we realize that good design really matters. Bad design sticks out to us because we become frustrated with it while good design is invisible. Learn more in today's episode.
Episode 451 Good Design is Invisible
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new b...
Episode 450 Be Creative with Meilin Fields
Jul 01, 2024Meilin Fields is a creative currently working in Hollywood. She has her own podcast (you'll love how she got the name) and is working on several new creative projects. Learn more in today's episode! https://meilinfields.com/
Episode 450 Be Creative with Meilin Fields
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Have you ever wondered what makes art sell? In her new book, Make Art that Sells!, Carina shares how to think like a customer and create art that p...
Episode 449 Creative Block? How to Reignite Your Inspiration
Jun 26, 2024Feeling stuck in a creative rut? While there are bandaids to fix creative block, there is probably a bigger solution that you have not dug into yet. Learn what you should be doing to help those blocks turn into flames that will light your business on fire!
Episode 449 Creative Block? How to Reignite Your Inspiration
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Love to create, design and craft? Have you always wanted to know how to turn your passions into profit? C...
Duration: 00:10:50Episode 448 The Business of Design: Turning Creativity into Profit
Jun 24, 2024Don't miss out on the insights that could turn your talent into a lucrative business. Once you have a design foundation there are other things that you need to create a business that works. Carina goes over some of those things in today's episode.
Episode 448 The Business of Design: Turning Creativity into Profit
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Love to create, design and craft? Have you always wanted to know how to turn your passions into profit? Carina’s new...
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