5 Steps to Keep Your Style in Tough Commissions [PODCAST]
One of the hardest parts of being a professional artist is navigating commissions that push you outside your stylistic comfort zone. But what if you could accept these challenges and still create something that feels 100% you?
In this episode of The Artist Next Level Podcast, Sergio Gomez shares a 5-step strategy to help you stay creatively authentic—even when the brief feels off-brand. From setting style boundaries to adding your final touches, this episode is your guide to thriving under creative pressure.
What you’ll learn:
- How to set expectations and define your style lane
- The right client questions to ensure alignment
- The importance of checkpoints and mid-project feedback
- Why documenting your process keeps your vision sharp
- How to inject your signature touch at the final stage
🎧 Listen now and level up your approach to challenging commissions!
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How to Find Your Place in the Art World: Honest Talk with Sergio Gomez [PODCAST]
Do you ever feel like the art world’s inner circle is impossible to join? You’re not alone. On this week’s episode of The Artist Next Level Podcast, Sergio Gomez gets real about the barriers—both visible and hidden—that new artists face. Drawing from decades as an exhibiting artist, curator, and gallery owner, Sergio exposes the layers of gatekeeping that have defined the industry and spotlights the countless opportunities available right now to take control of your artistic journey.
Whether you’ve got a studio full of work or you’re just dreaming up your first piece, this conversation will equip you with the insider mindset and actionable steps you need to create your own “art world” on your terms. Tune in, get inspired, and start making your mark!
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Discouragement vs. Creativity: Winning the Battle Artists Don't Talk About [PODCAST]
Every artist—no matter how seasoned or successful—has faced it: discouragement.
In this compelling episode of The Artist Next Level Podcast, Sergio Gomez sheds light on this silent struggle that so many creatives endure behind closed doors. Through a powerful personal story, Sergio explores how discouragement can take hold of our creative lives and what we can do to overcome it.
You'll hear actionable insights, personal anecdotes, and empowering strategies to help you:
- Identify the root of discouragement in your own life
- Reignite your motivation
- Build lasting resilience as a creative
If you've been feeling stuck, lost, or uncertain in your art journey—this episode is a must-listen.
🎧 Listen to the full episode below.
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