Create! Collective

Create! Magazine is a contemporary art publication, podcast, and membership community built for independent artists who are serious about their careers.

Founder Ekaterina Popova has spent over a decade creating space for honest conversations about the business of art, sustainable creative practice, and strategies that actually move careers forward. With 286K+ Instagram followers and 1M+ podcast downloads, Create! is one of the most trusted independent voices in the contemporary art world.

Here you will find conversations with working artists, gallery owners, curators, and creative entrepreneurs, along with career strategy, art business insight, and a genuine commitment to transparency.

Ekaterina is a painter, publisher, certified master coach, and co-author of two books on creative entrepreneurship.
Join the community:

Newsletter: createmagazine.myflodesk.com/newsletter
Membership: createmagazine.co/collective
Podcast: createmagazine.co/podcast
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This week we are celebrating six years of Create! Collective and enrollment is officially open. 

In an age where AI can hand you strategy, captions, and career advice in seconds, the one thing it cannot replicate is community. Real friendship. Honest support. Women artists who genuinely want to see you succeed.

The most successful artists in history knew this. The Impressionists formed a collective when the art world shut them out. The Harlem Renaissance was built on artists showing up for each other. That has always been the move.
Six years later, Create! Collective is still that place for hundreds of women artists around the world.

Enrollment is open now through March 30. Join at any level and receive the Artist Catalog bundle free, a $299 value. Annual members also receive a Create! Collective sweatshirt.

$39/month. Link below. 🖤


www.createmagazine.co/collective

3 months ago | [YT] | 4

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"Nobody remembers the failures. Collect them."

That's Daniel Arsham's advice - and coming from someone represented by Perrotin, collaborating with Dior and Adidas, and showing in museums worldwide, it hits differently.

This week on The Create! Podcast, we go deep on what art school doesn't teach you, how to create opportunities when the industry isn't handing them out, and what Daniel's new book Future Relic reveals about the career most artists are too afraid to build.Catch the full episode on the Create! Podcast 🎙

3 months ago | [YT] | 0

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🎨 [FREE LIVE TRAINING] How to Hit $10K Months as an Artist! 🚀

Are you ready to turn your passion for art into a thriving, financially sustainable career?

I know how frustrating it can be—inconsistent sales, struggling with visibility, and not knowing where to start. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to figure it out alone!

💡 In this FREE training, I’ll be sharing:

✅ The essential income stream ideas every artist should focus on
✅ How to position yourself as a professional artist that collectors & galleries take seriously
✅ Simple marketing strategies to attract dream clients without overwhelm
✅ How to create financial stability so you can focus on making art

🔥 If you’ve ever wondered how successful artists consistently sell their work, grow their audience, and create a business that supports them—this training is for you!

🎟 Save your spot now: www.theartqueens.com/pl/2148259578

Tag an artist friend who needs this! Let’s grow together. 💪🎨

#ThrivingArtist #ArtBusiness #CreativeEntrepreneur #SellYourArt #FullTimeArtist #ArtMarketing #MakeMoneyAsAnArtist #CreativeSuccess

1 year ago | [YT] | 0

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Celebrate the Coziest Season with My Expressive Interiors Painting Course 🎨

This fall, I’m celebrating my birthday with a special offer just for you! 🎉 Get 36% off my Expressive Interiors Painting Course—the perfect way to embrace the season by painting the magic of the spaces you love.

CODE: 36

In this course, I’ll guide you through:

Finding inspiration from everyday interiors
Choosing and working with references
Mastering expressive techniques in oil or acrylic
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to expand your style, this course is for anyone ready to explore the beauty of expressive art.

This is the last chance to join this year before my courses transition to a new platform, so don’t wait!

📅 Sale ends November 30th.
Enroll today and watch the video for a sneak peek of my process!

Enroll Now
www.theartqueens.com/paint

Let’s make something beautiful this season.

#PaintingProcess #InteriorArt #ExpressivePainting #ArtEducation #OilPainting #AcrylicPainting #CreativeGrowth #KaterinaPopova

1 year ago | [YT] | 0

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🔮 New Episode on Art & Cocktails! 🔮

Join me for an inspiring conversation with Chelsey Pippin Mizzi (@pipcardstarot), an author, tarot reader, and certified Shadow Work practitioner! In this episode, we explore how tarot can be a powerful tool for artists and creatives to unlock their imagination, overcome creative blocks, and deepen their relationship with their art.

Chelsey also shares insights from her book Tarot for Creativity and gives a sneak peek into her upcoming book, The Shadow Path. Whether you’re a seasoned tarot reader or new to the practice, this episode is packed with valuable tips and inspiration to fuel your creative journey. 🎨✨

Watch now and discover how tarot can transform your creative process!

Or listen on iTunes, Spotify or our website: www.createmagazine.co/blog/unblocking-creativity-t…

#ArtAndCocktails #TarotForCreatives #UnlockYourCreativity #ChelseyPippinMizzi #ArtAndTarot #CreativeInspiration #ArtAndSpirituality #PodcastEpisode #YouTube

1 year ago | [YT] | 1

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So grateful for all the mini print orders this week. Thanks guys! What painting should I make a print out of next? 🩷🫶

1 year ago | [YT] | 3

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The magic, the spark that created the success isn't in the 'do it again,' it's in trusting your unique process."
— Rebecca Campbell ‪@RebeccaCampbell‬ 🤍🌸

🎧 In this week’s Art & Cocktails podcast episode, I had the honor of sitting down with the brilliant Rebecca Campbell, who shared her wisdom on embracing creativity from a place of authenticity and trust. We discussed how to avoid the burnout that often comes from the pressure to constantly produce, and instead, how to stay true to your unique process.

Watch the new video on my page or tune in on iTunes 🩷

1 year ago | [YT] | 2

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Want to improve your art submission success rate? Download my FREE PDF guide, packed with insider tips from over a decade of curating experience! Learn how to capture stunning images of your artwork, craft compelling submissions, and connect effectively with jurors. Ready to hear more "YESSES"? Click the link below to grab your guide now! 

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1 year ago | [YT] | 1

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Thinking of mixing some pretty cocktails and painting them. What you think? What should I start with?

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