“The scope of Leverage Your Art is astounding! I can't think of any other course that covers ALL the aspects of a creative business and in such a thorough manner.”
- AGATA KRZYSZKOWSKA
Are you ready to build your dream art business? You have what it takes! Here are just some of the things our alumni have achieved since joining Leverage Your Art.
I'm Gonna Help You Create A Career From Your Art the faster and sm{art}er way!
You DREAM of freedom from your day job. You dream of turning your artists passion into more than a hobby.
I was there. 15 Years ago I was managing a coffee shop, had a baby at home, and knew that it was time to STOP building someone else's dream an START building my own!
That's when I started selling my art on Etsy. A small side hustle grew into a MULTI MILLION DOLLAR Art Business!
BUT I built my business the hard way, and now I'm on a mission to help other artist's save time (and avoid mistakes) and help them create income FASTER.
That is why I created Leverage Your Art. Learn my 6-Step Blueprint for Pitching, Licensing, and Productizing Your Art in 8 Weeks!
I've helped launch nearly 4,000 artist's businesses, and I'm going to help you thrive, too!
Today I sell products in 1,400 stores, actively pitch my portfolio and license my art with dozens of major companies, have published books, and have monetized my art into a career that brings me joy, stability, and peace!
A nurturing eight-week program of self-paced online video lessons, live online Q&As, expert interviews, workbooks, design briefs, and community encouragement.
Starting and growing an art business can feel scary and difficult. Many artists don't know the next steps to take after learning how to design. In this comprehensive course I dive deep into the different avenues of art business and then YOU choose your own path. Keep reading to learn more about our curriculum.
Get *life-time access* to the 2024 course when you enroll!
Leverage Your Art is a comprehensive course that will take you from start to finish in your art business. You’ll create new artwork, hone your personal style, learn how to tell your story authentically, organize and build your portfolio, learn to license, create products, pitch your work, and build a business that works for you.
1. Your Style, Your Story
Learn how to find your own signature style! Module 1 lays a strong foundation for you as you refine a cohesive Signature Style in your body of work.
2. Building Your Brand
Dive into the business of building your art brand. Module 2 continues to build as you develop a comprehensive Brand and Brand Story.
3. Present for Profit!
Organize your artwork, create your portfolio like a pro! Module 3 helps you organize your artwork and implement my special strategy to share your work in the world in 5 unique ways.
4. Licensing Foundations & Workflows
Leverage your portfolio to license your art to create recurring revenue. Module 4 dives into all the details of leveraging your artwork through licensing, including repeatable workflows, researching companies to pitch to, pricing your artwork, and how to pitch your portfolio.
5. Leverage Your Art on Products
Make your artwork work HARDER for you by creating your own products. Module 5 opens up a world of possibilities with a whole lot of specifics of how to put your work on products from custom to manufactured to print on demand!
6. Leverage Your Art with Multiple Revenue Streams
How far can you stretch your art? Let's explore new ways to create income. Module 6 is the icing on the cake to creating a profitable creative business as you learn when and how to layer in different revenue streams.
There are a lot of online courses out there. You may have even taken a few before. If you’re reading this wondering, “How will this course be any different?” I’ve got you covered. I’ve worked tirelessly to make sure that Leverage Your Art is as comprehensive, up-to-date, and effective as possible.
Current Industry Information
I have been running my business, Gingiber, for 15 years. I’m still actively involved in that side of my business including pitching and creating products. You can feel confident knowing that the information in LYA is not just theory. It’s tried and tested based on what’s happening in the industry.
Transparency and Support
In Leverage Your Art, our ultimate goal is for you to succeed! We don’t withhold any information. You’ll get my exact list of industry contacts for art licensing, manufacturing and more. You can take this information and start to make progress right away.
Multiple Paths to Success
No cookie-cutter paths to success here! Leverage Your Art is filled with comprehensive business advice that is applicable to artists in all niches and all mediums. We’ll still hold your hand every step of the way, but YOU get to decide what path to follow.
Licensing
Contract Template
You will receive a custom drafted license agreement template from my IP Attorney Jason Aquilino. Use this template for licensing one or more of your images to a third-party licensee for a flat fee.
3 Months Complimentary Post Course Support!
*NEW* At the end of the Leverage Your Art course, you will get 3 months of Post Course Support! You will have access to additional lessons, guest interviews, workshops, resources, and so much more!
Workbook That
Helps You Implement
Along with each weekly module, you'll also receive an in-depth workbook to take that week's lesson and apply it to your own business. It's easy to share best practices and tell you what you should be doing.
Weekly
Design Assignment
In addition, you'll also receive professionally crafted design assignments to fill your portfolio. This assignment lets you design art for products and lets you practice working from a design brief as if you were completing a project for a freelance client.
*NEW* The Student Experience Box and Workbook
Dive right into your creative journey with the Leverage Your Art Box Experience.
It’s like getting a treasure chest (but way cooler), filled with goodies like a roadmap for your art journey, action-packed weekly envelopes, and even a pencil that reminds you “Slow Growth Is Good Growth” – because, let’s be real, the best things take time.
And hey, choosing this box? That’s a high-five moment because you’re not just buying stuff; you’re taking a giant leap for your creative self. We’re here to cheer you on, every tiny step or giant leap you take.
- Ships immediately and internationally!
LEVERAGE HELPS ARTISTS FIND NEW CAREERS!
Dream of making art your career, but currently working in a different industry? Watch these video stories from alumni who made the leap from other industries into being a full-time artist.
Are you ready to build your dream art business? You have what it takes! Here are just some of the things our alumni have achieved since joining Leverage Your Art.
LEVERAGE WORKS FOR ESTABLISHED ARTISTS
Seasoned artists grow from Leverage Your Art!! Even if you've already established your business, this program will help you grow even further. Experienced artists rave about where Leverage has taken them!
the best resources in the industry to show you everything you need to know
Bonnie Christine
"Your Signature Style"
Bonnie is a renowned educator, podcast host, licensed artist, and fabric designer living in the hills of the great Smoky Mountains.
Jason A. Aquilino
"Intellectual Property for Artists"
Jason is the principal attorney at Aquilino Law. Jason formed AQUILINO LAW LLC and serves creative businesses with a focus on the arts.
Jennifer Nelson
"Working with Art Licensing Agents"
Jennifer founded Jennifer Nelson Artists, a top art licensing art agency and artist mentor.
Charly Clements
"A Career in Art Licensing"
Charly is an artist and mentor who travels the world armed with a suitcase and her beloved iPad Pro.
Kim Burks
"Wholesaling for Beginners"
Kim is the founder of Ramona & Ruth. She shares wholesale systems to help artists create a thriving wholesale business.
Angie Classen & Christy Sanchez
"Products for Artists"
Angie is the Operations Manager for Gingiber. Christy is the Content & Product Development Coordinator for Gingiber.
INTERVIEWS WITH ARTISTS
Kelly Ventura
Kelly is a Michigan-based watercolor artist. Clients include Tervis, BlueSky, Anthropologie, John Lewis, Windham Fabrics, Crate & Barrel, and Target.
Oana Befort
Oana is a Romanian-born graphic artist and freelance illustrator. Her clients include Hallmark, Papyrus Greetings, Usborne Publishing, Quarto Publishing and Anthropologie.
Kalyn Johnson Chandler
Kalyn is the founder behind the paperie – Effie’s Paper: Stationery & Whatnot. Featured include The New York Times and the Washington Post.
Louise Lockhart
Louise, founder of 'The Printed Peanut', is an illustrator living in an old mill in a small town in England. Clients include Chronicle Books, Ladybird Books, and Bloomsbury.
AFTER YOU LEARN HOW TO DRAW, OR PAINT,
OR DESIGN, WHAT COMES NEXT?
It is time to Leverage Your Art.
Let’s make your art work smarter for you. Uncover the many opportunities to build a business on your own terms inside of Leverage Your Art, an eight-week course experience.
Leverage Your Art is designed for ANY artist. You don’t have to follow a specific path or use a specific medium to be successful in this course. It will give you the tools you need to build a successful business no matter what you’re passionate about.
SYLLABUS
Take a look at the 120+ video lessons inside of Leverage Your Art. Click the + to reveal the lesson titles. 6 modules + 2 implementation weeks.
Module 1: Your Style, Your Story - APRIL 22
Module 2: Building Your Brand - APRIL 29
Module 3: 5 Ways to Share Your Work - MAY 14
Module 4: Licensing Foundations & Workflows - MAY 21
Module 5: Leverage Your Art on Products JUNE 4
Module 6: Leverage Your Art With Multiple Revenue Streams - JUNE 11
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ART BUSINESS BONUSES
Get valuable insight and content from bonuses with:
Artful Licensing Pricing Primer with Shannon McNabb
Learn how to approach licensing pricing with confidence.
Choose The Right POD Partner with Kathy Weller
Choosing the right POD site/partner for your online art business.
How To Have Spoonflower Success! with Mindy Young
Learn how to get the most out of Spoonflower from a top seller!
HEAR FROM MORE OF OUR STUDENTS: READ STORIES FROM 75+ OF OUR ALUMNI
Click the button below and meet LYA Alumni. Your story might be there next year!
LEVERAGE HELPS ARTISTS MAKE AN IMPACT
LEVERAGE IS WORTH EVERY PENNY:
Leverage Your Art OVER-delivers! Watch these video stories from alumni who say it was an investment FULL of value and gave them the tools they needed to create income.
"100% the most valuable course I have ever invested in, and I can say that I wholeheartedly recommend it."
- SHARI S.
"Stacie is a mentor figure. She is very generous when sharing her knowledge. I feel every cent is worth the investment."
- Irene Tan
