This episode is for you if you enjoy writing or aspire to do more of it.

Host Alyson Stanfield interviews Ann Miller, who has found a powerful way to merge her creative passions with her love for writing while growing her audience. Using Substack, she refines ideas for books, shares insights into calligraphy and design, and engages her audience with educational content.

Substack has become integral to her process, helping her manage projects, organize thoughts, and extend her teaching. By offering free content to build community, and exploring paid options, Ann balances creativity with income generation.

01:14 Ann's Art Journey

02:22 Diversifying Income Streams

05:31 Teaching and Workshops

07:42 Starting a Substack

13:05 Writing Process and Tools

21:59 Monetizing Substack

25:42 Advice for Artists Who Are Considering Substack

🎧 RELATED EPISODES

Imperfect Journaling for Artists with Cynthia Morris (ep. 51)

Guidelines for Your Artist Statement (ep. 50)

Publishing a How To Book for Artists with Carol McIntyre (ep. 37)

📖 To read more, see images, find resources mentioned, and leave a comment, visit https://artbizsuccess.com/substack-miller

⭐️ Connect with Ann Balaam Miller, subscribe to her Getting Inky Substack, and see more of her art: https://pennib.com

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