Writing on Substack Can Be Integral to Your Creative Process with Ann Miller (ep. 210)

Nov 21, 2024

Ann Balaam Miller is a versatile artist known for her calligraphy and graphic design, who now integrates writing on Substack into her creative journey. She shares how Substack has propelled her writing process, allowing her to engage her audience effectively while exploring various topics. Ann discusses the importance of diversifying income streams for artists and offers insights into managing projects and organizing thoughts. She emphasizes the balance between free and paid content and how this platform fosters community and personal growth.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Diversifying Income for Artists

02:22 • 4min

Harnessing Substack for Creative Expression

06:46 • 5min

Exploring Creative Processes and Effective Sales Strategies for Artists

12:13 • 3min

Navigating the Substack Journey

15:10 • 12min

The Role of Substack in Artistic Growth and Expression

27:39 • 4min

This episode is for you if you enjoy writing or aspire to do more of it.

Host Alyson Stanfield interviews Ann Miller, who has found a powerful way to merge her creative passions with her love for writing while growing her audience. Using Substack, she refines ideas for books, shares insights into calligraphy and design, and engages her audience with educational content.

Substack has become integral to her process, helping her manage projects, organize thoughts, and extend her teaching. By offering free content to build community, and exploring paid options, Ann balances creativity with income generation.

01:14 Ann's Art Journey

02:22 Diversifying Income Streams

05:31 Teaching and Workshops

07:42 Starting a Substack

13:05 Writing Process and Tools

21:59 Monetizing Substack

25:42 Advice for Artists Who Are Considering Substack

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