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Hey friends!

I have five big updates for you today, including freebies and a giveaway for an entire YEAR of Skillshare membership!

Update 1: This month, I’m celebrating one of my favorite milestones: It’s my seven-year self-employment anniversary!

Seven years ago, I wasn’t exactly sure where this art business thing was going to lead, but I knew I had to try. This career has completely changed my life, and I’m so proud that I chose to take the leap all those years ago.

If you’re on the fence about starting your art business or are worried that you’re “not good enough” yet, I want to encourage you to go for it. Amazing things can happen when you bet on yourself and commit to following your dreams.

All you need to do to get started is to make the decision. And who knows? Seven years from now (or even next year!) you could be in your dream creative career too!

Update 2: Cat Coquillette’s 2022 Year in Review

Every December, I take some time to reflect on the past year and put together a Year in Review blog post. And 2022 has been a big one!

I’m so grateful for all the opportunities I’ve had this year both personally and professionally. It’s been a year of milestones and adventures. From collaborating with my dream retailer (Anthropologie!), to epic travel experiences like hiking above the clouds in the Swiss alps, to enrolling over half a million students in my online classes, this year has been one for the books.

In my Year in Review, I cover all the highlights including brand collaborations, where I traveled/lived, retreats, interviews, new artwork, my personal highlight reel, and giving back!

And none of this would be possible without you! Whether you’re a student, a fan of my work, a friend, or a family member, thank you! You are the heart of why I do what I do. So I want to express some massive gratitude for you.

Read the 2022 Year in Review

Update 3: If you haven’t heard, I’m speaking at the Powerful Portfolios Workshop hosted by my fellow Skillshare Top Teachers Maja Faber and Liz Kohler Brown. Your portfolio is a key part of building a successful art licensing career, but it can be tricky to set up!

You may be asking yourself…

What do I put in my portfolio?
How should I build it?
How will people find it?
How can I pitch it?

We’ll cover all that and more in this three-day workshop January 17-19, 2023! I’m speaking along with nine other art industry powerhouses and I’d love to see you there.

If you’re ready to take the leap in your creative career, kick 2023 off with me in the Powerful Portfolios Workshop!

When: January 17th - 19th 2023
Price: Take advantage of the early bird pricing: $279 until January 9th
What you’ll learn: How to design, build and pitch a powerful artist portfolio PLUS how to market your work online. Learn more about the workshop and what’s included here.
What if I can’t attend live? No worries! There will be replays available for everyone who registers!
Is there a schedule? Yes! You can view the full schedule here. You can learn more about the workshop including the speakers and schedule here.

Register now to get early bird pricing!

Update 4: If you have a goal of growing your art business in 2023, I have something special for you!

I put together a FREE GUIDE filled with value-packed resources that address your burning biz questions like pricing, marketing, landing art licensing deals, growing on social media, traveling while working, and more!

Introducing… The Creative Business Bundle!

This bundle gives you an insider’s view into the exact steps I took to start my business and the techniques that I use to continue to grow! I’m so excited to share it with you and I can’t wait to see where your business growth journey takes you!

Here’s what’s in the Creative Business Bundle:

Email Swipe Copy: Snag the copy that I actually use in email conversations with art licensing partners
Marketing & Pricing Resources: Articles to guide you through common biz topics like pricing and marketing.
Supply Recommendations: My go-to supplies for art, filming, business, and more! Interviews & Industry Insight: Interviews and presentations where I share the steps I took to grow my own business and how I got started.
My Licensing Portfolio: I’m sharing my full licensing portfolio and brand book that my agent sends to potential licensing partners.
Creative Communities, Newsletters & Websites: Find your creative business besties and get inspired with Facebook group recommendations, newsletters, websites, and more!
Class Recommendations: In the guide, I share a full list of class recommendations to take to learn cutting-edge skills and build your business. Here are a few of the classes I think you’ll love!

Download The Creative Business Bundle

Update 5: To celebrate my 7-year self-employment anniversary, I’m giving one lucky person an entire free YEAR of Skillshare membership!

Here’s how you can enter to win:

Watch ANY of my Skillshare classes.
Upload your class project to the Student Project Gallery.
(Optional) Share your work on Instagram and tag me @catcoq
..that’s it!

Deadline: Friday, December 30th at midnight EST. I'll announce the winner the next morning!

What if I’m already a Skillshare member? Great news! If you’re already a member and you win, the free year will get added onto the subscription you already have!

What if I don't have an active Skillshare membership? You can enroll in my classes using my special link and get a free month trial to watch any/all of my classes and upload your project. Plus, you’ll get full access to everything else that Skillshare has to offer!

How do you select a winner? The winner will be selected randomly from the submissions in the Project Galleries of all of my classes. This isn’t a contest to see who is the best at drawing or painting, so don’t be afraid to show your work. Everyone has an equal chance at winning no matter where you are on your creative journey!

How do I submit my project? Inside any of my classes, scroll down and click Projects and Resources. From there, click “Create Project” to upload your project!

Need some inspiration? Here are a few of my most popular classes:

You can check out all my Skillshare classes here.

Xo,
Cat

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