Welcome to our episode with Kate Quinn & Emily Day, Bloom Art Experiences
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Here's a guide to our conversation:
1. The Bloom Workshop Experience -- Your workshops take place in some incredibly beautiful locations, like flower farms, wineries, and galleries. Could you describe how these unique settings shape the experience for participants? And how do you go about finding and collaborating with local producers and guest artists to make each workshop feel distinctive and immersive?
2. The Origins of Bloom Art Experiences -- Kate and Emily, you both come from diverse professional backgrounds—Kate in social work and Emily in architecture. What inspired you to leave those paths and launch Bloom Art Experiences in 2022? How did your backgrounds contribute to the creation and unique approach of your workshops?
3. Art for All Levels: Breaking Down Barriers -- One of the hallmarks of Bloom Art Experiences is that it’s welcoming to both beginners and hobby painters. What are some techniques or teaching approaches you use to make art accessible and enjoyable for people with different levels of experience? And what’s it like to see participants develop their skills and confidence over the course of a day?
4. Going Digital with Bloom Online -- With the recent launch of Bloom Online, you’ve made it possible for people to enjoy your art experiences from anywhere. What was the process of adapting your in-person workshops to an online format like? And how does Bloom Online continue to capture the spirit of what you do in-person, even in a digital space?
5. Building a Sustainable, Creative Business -- As artists and business owners, you’re balancing both the creative and logistical sides of Bloom Art Experiences. Could you share some of the challenges and rewards of running a creative small business? And what advice would you give to other artists looking to diversify their income or transition from other careers into the art world?
Thanks for Kate and Emily for the dynamic and insightful conversation, helping listeners gain a sense of the creativity, dedication, and community focus that make Bloom Art Experiences so unique.
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