This week I’m celebrating one of my favorite milestones. It’s my seven-year self-employment anniversary! 🎉

 

Seven years ago, I wasn’t exactly sure where this art business thing was going to lead, but I knew I had to try. This career has completely changed my life, and I’m so proud that I chose to take the leap all those years ago. 🤗

 

If you’re on the fence about starting your art business or are worried that you’re “not good enough” yet, I want to encourage you to go for it. Amazing things can happen when you bet on yourself and commit to following your dreams. All you need to do to get started is to make the decision. 

 

And who knows? Seven years from now (or even next year!) you could be in your dream creative career too!

 

If you haven’t heard, I’m speaking at the Powerful Portfolios Workshop hosted by Maja Faber and Liz Kholer Brown. Your portfolio is a key part of building a successful art licensing career, but it can be tricky to set up! 

 

You may be asking yourself…

 

 

We’ll cover all that and more in this three-day workshop January 17-19, 2023! I’m speaking along with nine other art industry powerhouses and I’d love to see you there.

 

If you’re ready to take the leap in your creative career, kick 2023 off with me in the Powerful Portfolios Workshop!

January 17th - 19th 2023

 

Take advantage of the early bird pricing, $279 until January 9th

 

How to design, build and pitch a powerful artist portfolio PLUS how to market your work online. Learn more about the workshop and what’s included here.

 

No worries! There will be replays available for everyone who registers!

 

Yes! You can view the full schedule here.

 

You can learn more about the workshop including the speakers and schedule here. 

Want to know what my best-selling holiday designs have in common? They’re all seamless patterns! This time of year people are buying more items like gift wrap and greeting cards, so seamless patterns are a must to have in your holiday portfolio! 

Your #CreateWithCatCoq challenge is to share a holiday-themed seamless pattern! Share your work on Instagram with the hashtag #CreateWithCatCoq so I can see your work, like, comment, and share!