Nitty Gritty

SOPHIA D’URSO — Advice from an Art Mentor every artist should hear

Nitty Gritty

Show Notes

This week I’m chatting with the brilliant Sophia D’Urso, founder of ArtSupport and one of the most insightful voices in the Australian arts space.

Sophia created ArtSupport after her own creative journey, with a mission to equip artists and arts workers with the tools, resources and confidence to build sustainable careers. Through mentorships, workshops, and her weekly newsletter packed with opportunities, she’s become a go-to guide for creatives at all different levels of their career.

In this episode, we went through it ALL. From building a sustainable art practice to moving through fear, setbacks, and limiting beliefs. Sophia walked us through her experiences and some of the techniques she teaches clients to harness the best version of themselves.

If you’ve been craving practical advice and a bit of a reset, this one’s for you.

Check out ArtSupport Australia's website here and Instagram here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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