What a Commitment to Audience Building Means to Noelle Phares (225)

Building a sustainable art business requires more than just making good work. It requires showing up consistently, connecting with the right people, and staying true to a long-term vision—even when that means setting difficult boundaries.

In this conversation, Noelle Phares returns to talk with host Alyson Stanfield about the structures she’s put in place to support her thriving art career. From smart use of assistants and art festivals to strategic decisions around galleries and commissions, Noelle has built her success by staying fiercely committed to audience building.

Here’s what’s ahead:

• How Noelle balances artistic independence with professional growth.
• Why she made audience-building a priority early on—and how she continues to nurture it.
• The systems and support team she’s built to stay focused on creating.
• Setting boundaries with galleries and protecting her studio sales.
• The importance of maintaining multiple price points and income streams.

Noelle’s approach is a masterclass in running an art business with vision, strategy, and heart.

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