How to market yourself as an artist (WITHOUT Instagram)

Sick and tired of the social media hustle? There's a better way. In my guide + workbook Calm Marketing, I show you how to effectively market your creative business, without overwhelm or burnout: https://www.louisestigell.com/products/p/calm-marketing-guide I write a weekly newsletter about becoming a better creative, without burning out or going insane. Subscribe here: https://www.louisestigell.com/subscribe MENTIONED My video about quitting Instagram: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3j6LyKwtZ7I&t=112s Medium article "How to know if your Instagram is actually worth growing" by Eduardo Morales: https://bettermarketing.pub/how-to-know-if-your-instagram-is-actually-worth-growing-c0874be37fc5 MailChimp: https://mailchimp.com/ TIME STAMPS 00:00 - Intro 01:26 - The pros and cons of Instagram for artists (and two reasons NOT to rely too much on it) 04:11 - So what could we do instead?? 04:58 - Why you absolutely should have a website. 06:19 - The number one most effective and reliable way to communicate with your audience/fans/clients/collectors. 10:17 - Why the old-school way of meeting new fans/clients/collectors is still superior. 13:14 - How to make Instagram work for you if you still want to. ABOUT Hi, I’m Louise: an artist, writer & creative solopreneur from Sweden. As a multi-passionate creative, I have spent my entire adult life avoiding traditional employment and instead making a living off of my art. On this channel, I talk about everything I've learned along the way: About art making, creativity, mental health, and making a living as a creative. Dealing with perfectionism, fears, and overwhelm. Staying sane and productive among stress and distractions. And much more. LEARN WITH ME Pencil Sketching for Beginner Artists - A simple, stress-free roadmap to radically improve your sketching skills. In weeks, not years: https://www.louisestigell.com/pencil-sketching-for-beginner-artists Portrait Drawing for Beginners - Learn how to draw any face you want, quickly, accurately, and in your own style: https://www.louisestigell.com/portrait-drawing-for-beginners Watercolor For Absolute Beginners - Learn the basics of watercolor in a playful, relaxing, and non-intimidating way: https://www.louisestigell.com/watercolor-for-the-absolute-beginner Watercolor Birds - Learn all of my tips and tricks for painting birds in watercolor: https://www.louisestigell.com/watercolor-birds SHOP MY ART Fine art prints: https://www.louisestigell.com/shop/fine-art-prints Canvas prints: https://www.louisestigell.com/shop/canvas-prints Originals: https://www.louisestigell.com/portfolio MUSIC All music is from Epidemic Sound.