E205 | 10 Years of United ArtSpace And We're Celebrating YOU
This episode is a special one because next April marks 10 years of United ArtSpace. But today isn't really about me or the business. It's about you: the artists, dreamers, and makers who've been part of this journey. Whether you joined last week or you've been here since the early days, you're part of something that has changed countless lives, including my own. Over the last decade, I've learned so much about what it really takes to build a creative life. Not just how to make art, but how to live creatively, keep going when it's hard, and find the people who remind you why you started. In this episode, I'm sharing three big lessons that have shaped everything I've learned from these ten years. Lessons that I hope will inspire and guide you wherever you are on your own creative path. As we look ahead to our in-person anniversary event next April, Live, Create, Become, I want to invite you to celebrate with us. It's going to be a powerful day of connection, reflection, and creativity. So grab a cuppa, settle in, and let's take a moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate how far we've come together. 10 YEARS OF UNITED ARTSPACE - IN-PERSON EVENT Join us for an in-person day where you can focus on your next creative chapter. You will focus on how to live, create and the person you will become. With artist talks, art making and real connection you will leave this event with friends for life and a bigger sense of your creative purpose. Food and drink are provided so all you have to do is turn up! >> CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE
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E204 | Resist Change, Resist Life - Navigating Change in 3 Steps
The world is changing fast, and as artists, we feel it deeply. Whether it's in your work, your business, or life itself, change can bring fear and uncertainty but it can also open the door to something new. In this episode, I talk about how I handle change when everything feels unsettled: how I ground myself, tune out the noise, and trust the next step even when I can't see the full path yet.
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E203 | How to Protect Your Mental Health as You Grow
Growing as an artist or creative can be exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. The pressure to keep up, the endless to-do lists, and the feeling that you should always be doing more - it takes a toll. In this episode, I'm joined by LaKisha Mosley, who shares openly about her own experiences with mental health and why she's so passionate about creating safe spaces where people feel seen and heard. We talk about why rest isn't indulgent but essential, how boundaries can protect your energy, and why you don't need fixing - you just need support.
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E202 | Don't change for a few, change for you
Whose voice are you really listening to when you create? 👀 Friends, family, strangers and all their opinions can be endless. I've been there, making choices based on what others thought was "right" instead of trusting my gut. This week, I'm sharing why following your intuition matters more than chasing trends or bending to advice. And I'll tell you how my Nanny Dot inspired me to stay true to myself and stop changing for others.
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E201 | The Art Of Taking Time Off
Time off isn't indulgent, it's essential. If you're someone who throws yourself fully into projects and finds it hard to slow down, this episode is for you. I'll share practical ways I've learned to carve out breaks, manage the guilt, and use rest as fuel for creativity, clarity, and sustainable growth.
Hello! I am Michelle Lloyd founder of United ArtSpace, and I'm bringing you the Your Art Matters Podcast.
I believe there is a place for everyone in the art world, and it is possible at any stage and any age to bring your creative passions alive.
Every week, I will bring you a dose of inspiration, with thought-provoking and motivational conversation, so you can make art you love and turn what you love into a living.
So together, let's get motivated, inspired and make art!
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