The Splatter Effect

87. The Leap (and the Life Rebuild): Katie Phillips Goes All In on Art

In this episode, we sit down with Katie Phillips just after she made the bold decision to leave her full-time job and step fully into her life as an artist. Known for her quirky, joy-filled presence on Instagram and her thriving world of paint classes and festivals, Katie has built something truly unique and now she’s going all in.
But this story runs deeper than business. Katie opens up about rebuilding her life after losing her husband, and what it’s been like to find love again in a completely new season. We talk about how grief, joy, creativity, and courage can all exist at the same time.
We also get into the practical side: how she knew she was ready to leave her job, what her income streams actually look like (hello, classes and festivals), and what she’s focusing on as she steps into this next chapter.
If you’re craving a story that feels real, hopeful, and a little unconventional // in life and in business // this one is going to stick with you.
It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new business besties Kayla Cole Pacana (Art Business Coach) and Kendal Blanchard (Fine Artist from Fairhope, AL) as they dissect all things life, art, and business. Tune in to learn how to navigate the ups and downs of running your own creative business.
Follow:
➡️ @klacole
➡️ @kendalblanchardart
➡️ @thesplattereffectpodcast
➡️ @katiephillipsart Buy Katie's Festival Book HERE
 
Our Favorite Things (And a few discounts for you too):
✨ Thrive Market Discount Code: SHOP THRIVE NOW
✨ SPARK SESSION WITH KAYLA'S TEAM
✨ Favorite Business Book
✨  Favorite Art Inspiration Book
✨ Favorite Leggings to paint in
✨ Thrive Market Discount Code: SHOP THRIVE NOW
✨  Craig Frames Discount Code: CFKBA10
✨  The Best Planner For Artists: Shop Now
✨  A mocktail for every occasion

86. Two Quotes We Can’t Stop Thinking About (And Why You Might Need Them Too)

Sometimes it’s not a strategy, a new plan, or another to do list that shifts everything. It is a single sentence.
In this episode, we are sharing two quotes that completely stopped us in our tracks this week. The kind that make you pause, rethink how you are approaching your work, and breathe a little deeper.
Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or just stuck in your own head, these are the reminders we needed and maybe you do too.
We are breaking down why these quotes hit so hard, how they apply to both life and business, and what they are changing for us moving forward.This one is simple, honest, and exactly the reset we all need right now.
It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new business besties Kayla Cole Pacana (Art Business Coach) and Kendal Blanchard (Fine Artist from Fairhope, AL) as they dissect all things life, art, and business. Tune in to learn how to navigate the ups and downs of running your own creative business.
SPARK SESSION WITH KAYLA'S TEAM
Follow:
➡️ @klacole
➡️ @kendalblanchardart
➡️ @thesplattereffectpodcast
Our Favorite Things (And a few discounts for you too):
✨ Favorite Business Book
✨  Favorite Art Inspiration Book
✨ Favorite Leggings to paint in
✨ Thrive Market Discount Code: SHOP THRIVE NOW
✨  Craig Frames Discount Code: CFKBA10
✨  The Best Planner For Artists: Shop Now
✨  A mocktail for every occasion

85. Myth Buster #5: “If I Pivot, People Will Be Confused and Leave” (The Right People Grow With You)

In this episode of the Myth Buster series, Kendal and Kayla take on a fear that quietly keeps many artists playing small: the belief that changing direction will confuse their audience and cost them followers.
From shifting styles and subject matter to evolving pricing, messaging, or business models, the pressure to stay consistent can feel overwhelming. But is consistency really the goal, or has it been confused with staying stuck?
Kendal and Kayla break down why this fear feels so real in a world that rewards predictability, and how it often stems from identity attachment and fear of disappointing early supporters. They share why growth is actually magnetic, how collectors are drawn to artists who evolve, and what really happens when you pivot.
Kendal also reflects on her own experience navigating change in her work, what she feared would happen, and what actually unfolded on the other side.
If you have been holding back from your next chapter because you are afraid of losing people, this episode will help you reframe what it means to grow.
Because the right audience does not leave when you evolve. They lean in.
It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new business besties Kayla Cole Pacana (Art Business Coach) and Kendal Blanchard (Fine Artist from Fairhope, AL) as they dissect all things life, art, and business. Tune in to learn how to navigate the ups and downs of running your own creative business.
SPARK SESSION WITH KAYLA'S TEAM
Follow:
➡️ @klacole
➡️ @kendalblanchardart
➡️ @thesplattereffectpodcast
Our Favorite Things (And a few discounts for you too):
✨ Favorite Business Book
✨  Favorite Art Inspiration Book
✨ Favorite Leggings to paint in
✨ Thrive Market Discount Code: SHOP THRIVE NOW
✨  Craig Frames Discount Code: CFKBA10
✨  The Best Planner For Artists: Shop Now
✨  A mocktail for every occasion
 

84. Myth Buster #4: “I Need to Be Everywhere to Succeed” (Why More Platforms Won’t Make You More Sales)

In this episode of the Myth Buster series, Kendal and Kayla take on one of the most exhausting beliefs in the art world: that you have to be everywhere to be successful.
Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, email, art shows, the pressure to show up on every platform can feel like ambition, but often leads straight to burnout.
Kendal and Kayla break down where most artists’ sales actually come from, why trying to do everything spreads your energy too thin, and how focusing on just one or two core platforms can dramatically increase both visibility and revenue.
They also unpack the difference between being busy and being effective, how repetition and consistency build trust with collectors, and why choosing sustainable marketing channels matters even more when balancing life, kids, and creative work.
If you have ever felt like you are falling behind because you are not everywhere, this episode will help simplify your strategy and focus on what actually drives sales.
Because success does not come from doing more, it comes from doing the right things consistently.
It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new business besties Kayla Cole Pacana (Art Business Coach) and Kendal Blanchard (Fine Artist from Fairhope, AL) as they dissect all things life, art, and business. Tune in to learn how to navigate the ups and downs of running your own creative business.
SPARK SESSION WITH KAYLA'S TEAM
Follow:
➡️ @klacole
➡️ @kendalblanchardart
➡️ @thesplattereffectpodcast
Our Favorite Things (And a few discounts for you too):
✨ Favorite Business Book
✨  Favorite Art Inspiration Book
✨ Favorite Leggings to paint in
✨ Thrive Market Discount Code: SHOP THRIVE NOW
✨  Craig Frames Discount Code: CFKBA10
✨  The Best Planner For Artists: Shop Now
✨  A mocktail for every occasion
 

83. Myth Buster #3: “If It Doesn’t Sell Immediately, It’s a Failure” (The Truth About How Art Actually Sells)

In this episode of the Myth Buster series, Kayla and Kendal tackle a belief that quietly discourages many artists: if a piece doesn’t sell right away, it must be a failure.
But the truth is, art rarely behaves like fast retail.
Kayla and Kendal unpack why many strong pieces take time to find the right home, how collectors actually make buying decisions, and why immediate sales are a terrible metric for judging the value of artwork. From the psychology of collectors to the real timeline of how art sells, they discuss why patience, repetition, and visibility matter far more than instant results.
Kendal also shares stories from her own career. Pieces she once worried about eventually found the perfect collector months or even years later.
If you have ever felt discouraged watching a new piece sit unsold, this episode helps reframe what success in the art world actually looks like.
Because sometimes the art that takes the longest to sell is the art that resonates the deepest.
It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new business besties Kayla Cole Pacana (Art Business Coach) and Kendal Blanchard (Fine Artist from Fairhope, AL) as they dissect all things life, art, and business. Tune in to learn how to navigate the ups and downs of running your own creative business.
SPARK SESSION WITH KAYLA'S TEAM
Follow:
➡️ @klacole
➡️ @kendalblanchardart
➡️ @thesplattereffectpodcast
Our Favorite Things (And a few discounts for you too):
✨ Favorite Business Book
✨  Favorite Art Inspiration Book
✨ Favorite Leggings to paint in
✨ Thrive Market Discount Code: SHOP THRIVE NOW
✨  Craig Frames Discount Code: CFKBA10
✨  The Best Planner For Artists: Shop Now
✨  A mocktail for every occasion

82. Myth Buster #2: “I Can Only Raise My Prices When I Get Bigger” (Why Waiting Is Costing You Sales)

In this Myth Buster episode, Kayla and Kendal tackle one of the most common beliefs holding artists back: “I can only raise my prices once I get bigger.”
Many artists assume they need a larger following, gallery representation, or more recognition before they’re allowed to charge more for their work. But waiting for some imaginary milestone can quietly stall both growth and confidence.
In this conversation, we unpack why artists delay raising prices, how popularity gets confused with value, and why pricing decisions should be based on strategy... not follower count.
If you’ve ever wondered when it’s actually the right time to raise your prices, this episode will help you rethink the timing and approach your pricing with far more clarity and confidence.
It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new business besties Kayla Cole Pacana (Art Business Coach) and Kendal Blanchard (Fine Artist from Fairhope, AL) as they dissect all things life, art, and business. Tune in to learn how to navigate the ups and downs of running your own creative business.
SPARK SESSION WITH KAYLA'S TEAM
Follow:
➡️ @klacole
➡️ @kendalblanchardart
➡️ @thesplattereffectpodcast
Our Favorite Things (And discounts for you too):
✨ Favorite Business Book
✨  Favorite Art Inspiration Book
✨ Favorite Leggings to paint in
✨ Thrive Market Discount Code: SHOP THRIVE NOW
✨  Craig Frames Discount Code: CFKBA10
✨  The Best Planner For Artists: Shop Now
✨  A mocktail for every occasion
 

81. Myth Buster #1: “My Art Is Too Niche” (And That’s Exactly Why It’ll Sell)

You’ve said it.We’ve all said it.
“My art is too niche.”
In this first episode of our Myth Buster series, Kendal and Kayla unpack one of the most common beliefs keeping artists stuck; the fear that being too specific means being too small.
We talk about what artists really mean when they say “too niche,” why social media makes broad appeal look safer, and how comparison quietly convinces you to water down your work.
Here’s the truth: niche builds authority.Specific sells faster.Collectors don’t buy general... they buy identity.
We share real examples of artists who leaned into their specificity and grew because of it, plus the mindset shift that changes everything.
If you’ve ever felt the pressure to make your work more “marketable,” this one’s for you.
And we’ll leave you with one simple action step:Define your niche in one sentence and decide who your art is not for.
Because the moment you stop trying to convert everyone…is the moment the right people start finding you.
It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new business besties Kayla Cole Pacana (Art Business Coach) and Kendal Blanchard (Fine Artist from Fairhope, AL) as they dissect all things life, art, and business. Tune in to learn how to navigate the ups and downs of running your own creative business.
Follow:
➡️ @klacole
➡️ @kendalblanchardart
➡️ @thesplattereffectpodcast
Our Favorite Things:
Favorite Business Book
Favorite Art Inspiration Book
Favorite Leggings to paint in
 

80. When Everything Is Digital, Craft Becomes Luxury (And why this matters to you)

In this episode, Kayla and Kendal talk about something they are seeing everywhere right now: the return of craft.
In a world flooded with digital imagery, AI tools, and perfectly generated content, something surprising is happening. Designers, collectors, and everyday homeowners are craving work that feels human. They want texture. They want evidence of the hand. They want pieces that could not be duplicated with a prompt.
We talk about why handmade art is not being replaced by technology, but elevated by it. How AI can be a powerful tool while still leaving space for originality. And why imperfection, process, and materiality are becoming more valuable than ever.
If you have wondered whether craft still matters in a digital age, this conversation will remind you that the pendulum may already be swinging back.
This is not about rejecting technology. It is about understanding why human made work carries something technology cannot replicate.
PART TIME COACHING WITH KAYLA- QUARTER TWO
It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new business besties Kayla Cole Pacana (Art Business Coach) and Kendal Blanchard (Fine Artist from Fairhope, AL) as they dissect all things life, art, and business. Tune in to learn how to navigate the ups and downs of running your own creative business.
Follow:
➡️ @klacole
➡️ @kendalblanchardart
➡️ @thesplattereffectpodcast
 

79. When the Unexpected Hits: Ashley Ozmint on Weathering Change as an Artist

In this episode of The Splatter Effect, Kendal and Kayla sit down with North Carolina artist Ashley Ozmint for a conversation about building a sustainable art business when life does not go according to plan.
Ashley shares her journey as a working artist in the South, from growing her audience and refining her voice to navigating the unexpected challenges that natural disasters brought to her community and business. We talk about resilience, recalibrating after disruption, and what it really looks like to keep creating when circumstances feel unstable.
This is an honest, grounded conversation about longevity in the art world. We explore the emotional side, the practical side, and the grit it takes to move forward when the waters rise.
PLUS... A special surprise from Ashley and her family!
If you have ever wondered how to steady your business during uncertainty, or how to keep showing up creatively when life feels heavy, this episode is for you.
It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new business besties Kayla Cole Pacana (Art Business Coach) and Kendal Blanchard (Fine Artist from Fairhope, AL) as they dissect all things life, art, and business. Tune in to learn how to navigate the ups and downs of running your own creative business.
SPARK SESSION WITH KAYLA'S TEAM
Follow:
➡️ @ashleyozmint.art
➡️ @klacole
➡️ @kendalblanchardart
➡️ @thesplattereffectpodcast

78. When Money Enters the Studio {And What To Do About It}

At some point, money enters the room.
Sales pick up. Demand increases. Expectations shift.And suddenly, the work you once made from instinct and joy starts answering to numbers instead.
In this episode, Kendal speaks candidly from the artist’s side of the table about what it feels like when creative focus drifts from making meaningful work to chasing financial outcomes—and how easy it is to lose your footing in the process.
Together, we explore:
The moment artists realize money has started influencing their creative decisions
How external validation and income can quietly reshape the work
Why success doesn’t always feel the way we expect it to
How Kendal personally course-corrects when the art starts to feel performative or pressured
This isn’t about rejecting money or ambition.It’s about learning how to let money exist in the room without letting it lead.
It can be lonely selling art every week without a solid group of like-minded friends. Meet your new business besties Kayla Cole Pacana (Art Business Coach) and Kendal Blanchard (Fine Artist from Fairhope, AL) as they dissect all things life, art, and business. Tune in to learn how to navigate the ups and downs of running your own creative business.
SPARK SESSION WITH KAYLA'S TEAM
Follow:
➡️ @klacole
➡️ @kendalblanchardart
➡️ @thesplattereffectpodcast