The Creative JuggleJoy Podcast: From Passion to Profit

Day 1 of the Profitable Artist Summit reminded me why I love this work. From exploring trends with Vanessa to turning painted flowers into patterns, every talk was a gift. Here are my reflections on community, creativity and the business lessons I wish I’d known when I started.

From rural beginnings to co‑hosting an international summit, I reflect on why accessible education for artists matters so much. The Profitable Artist Summit grew out of my desire to provide practical, heart‑centred skills that empower creatives to thrive. I hope you feel encouraged and supported on your journey.

In this reflective blog post, Delores shares the emotions behind organising the Profitable Artist Summit 2026. She highlights the generous lineup, the live workshop schedule and her invitation to artists to join with nothing more than a sketchbook and a dream.

We’ve all felt the weight of unfinished projects and endless tweaking. In this heartfelt reflection, I explore why we stay safe in learning loops and how gentle, supportive action can bring your creative dreams to life.

In this reflective blog post, Delores looks back on her conversation with Kristen Chamberlain of City Mouse Art. Kristen explains how she turned a lay‑off into an opportunity to build a handmade digital art business, shares the importance of community support and reveals why every piece she creates is intentionally crafted without AI. It’s a nurturing reminder that slow, steady steps can lead to beautiful results.

Delores talks with Eden Fried about the Go Digital on Etsy Summit and why she believes digital products offer unmatched freedom and scalability. The two share stories of overcoming overwhelm and taking imperfect action—reminding creatives that Etsy is designed for them. This conversation is a gentle nudge to trust yourself and start building your own digital income streams.

 In this Creative Juggle Joy episode, I chat with watercolor artist and teacher Teresa of Beala Designs about how drawing on her daughter’s lunch napkins grew into a daily creative practice, Spoonflower contest success, and a calm, supportive YouTube channel. We also talk about balancing caregiving, life changes, and big creative goals without burning out.

In this episode of Creative Juggle Joy, Delores explores the powerful role of collaboration in expanding your creative reach. Whether you're a solo artist or part of a team, working with others can open up new opportunities, fresh perspectives, and creative growth. Delores shares her personal experiences, including teaming up with her sister on an animation project and collaborating on huge murals. Tune in to learn how collaboration can help you grow your creative business, reach new audiences, and push past creative blocks.

In Episode 7 of the Creative Juggle Joy podcast, hosts Kaylie Edwards and Delores Naskrent discuss the inevitability of setbacks in creative entrepreneurship and how to turn them into opportunities for growth. With personal stories and practical strategies, this episode encourages listeners to cultivate resilience and find joy in their creative journeys.