92. The Art of Self-Publishing and Valuing Your Voice with Jules Ostara
This week on Episode 92 of Studio Art Podcast, I’m chatting with the artist and author Jules Ostara.
Jules, is a lifelong explorer, artist, author, and creator of 2 inspiring oracle card decks. She lives in the ancient Appalachian Mountains with twin boys, a guitar man, and a few feisty cats. Jules loves to see people shine from the inside out while discovering the depths of their wisdom and wonder. She encourages this through her books and fun creative courses. Making art helped mend her broken heart after her mom died from ovarian cancer in 2010. She hopes to carry on a legacy of love and zest for life.
Jules and I first met many years ago in an online class and have stayed in touch over the years. Recently Jules approached me about featuring a few of my paintings in a book that she was creating. Of course, I said yes and today we’re talking about her beautiful new book ‘Born to Bloom Bright’ and the process she went through in putting it together and self-publishing.
Jules also talks about how important she feels it is to value what you have to say and share as an artist, back yourself, and not wait for permission to bring your dreams to fruition.
Jules is a bit of a veteran of self-publishing, not only books, but oracle card decks, so this conversation has lots of juicy tips about how to go about that process. I hope you enjoy the episode.
In this episode, we talked about:
The art of living and loving and Jules’s journey to honour her mother through her art
Her morning practice acronym (D.A.N.C.E.)
Practical tips for self-publishing your work include being ready when an opportunity arises and investing in the right tools to help you succeed.
The importance of valuing your own story, voice, and art as well as the artists and creatives around you.
Her project management skills and how they aided her self-publishing process.
LINKS and SOCIALS:
https://www.instagram.com/julesostara/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-c3a2o8x1KCcFWW4XqRFqQ
https://www.facebook.com/thrivetrue
https://www.facebook.com/groups/cocreativeartists
https://pinterest.com/thrivetrue
Email: thrivetrue@gmail.com
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~ Author of The Girl Who Dances With Delight Book
~ Creator of the Heart of Life & Soul Songs Inspiration Card Decks
~ Artist, Presenter, and Hostess of Creative Courses at: ThriveTrue.com
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