Welcome to Event Ready Podcast hosted by Telisa Roessein, Isabel Dusmann, and Michelle Clemen, three besties who know the ins and outs of live event artistry. We’re here to spill the tea on how to find success as event artists. Whether you’re a calligrapher, illustrator, or painter with experience in live events, or simply intrigued to dive in, this podcast is your essential guide. We share our stories and practical tips to help you thrive in the world of live events.
After our recent episode on subcontracting, our inbox was flooded with stories from artists who have felt the sting of the "Artist-to-Agent" pathway. In this episode, we’re diving deep into why this growing industry trend is creating a toxic, predatory environment for live event artists.
What we’re covering:
The Referral vs. The Middleman: Why "handing off" a lead is healthy, but "managing" it for a cut often isn't.
The Whitelabeling Trap: Is it fair to ask a subcontracted artist to use your branded signage? We discuss the ethics of hiding an artist's identity.
Predatory vs. Value-Driven Agencies: What a real agency should provide (better pay, quality control, and transparency) versus what we’re actually seeing.
The Myth of Necessity: In the age of Google and social media, do clients even want an agent standing in the way?
The Bottom Line: We’re calling for a shift back to community over competition. If an agency creates dependency through fear rather than providing actual value, it’s time to rethink the relationship.
Come sit with us!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eventreadypod
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If you’d like to learn about engraving, sign up for Hand Engraving Course -
https://www.mylightbulbcourses.com/courses/hand-engraving-with-roessein-art
If you’d like to learn about bottle painting, sign up for Fundamentals of Bottle Painting - https://bottlepainting.thinkific.com
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If you’re looking to hire a calligrapher, engraver, bottle painter and fashion illustrator in Toronto, Canada, connect with Telisa:
Website: https://roesseinart.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roesseinart/
If you’re looking to hire a calligrapher, engraver, bottle painter and fashion illustrator in Vancouver, Canada, connect with Isabel:
Website: https://www.isabeldusmann.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isabeldusmann/
If you’re looking to hire a calligrapher, engraver and bottle painter in Hawaii, connect with Michelle
Website: https://www.michelleclemen.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michelleclemen/
27 Oct 2025
S3 : EP9 Navigating Talent Agencies (Part 1)
We're serving up some piping hot tea on talent agencies in the live event industry! 🤫 Ever wondered about the real value some of these "middlemen" bring to the table? We're exploring some of the business models and practices that have artists reflecting on their experiences.
We start by clarifying the differences between PR Agencies vs Talent Agencies, then move into an insightful discussion on artist compensation, portfolio representation, and the nuances of agency relationships. If you're a live event artist, this episode offers a thoughtful look at navigating the industry. You might just find some valuable insights! 😉
Come sit with us!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eventreadypod
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If you’d like to learn about engraving, sign up for Hand Engraving Course -
https://www.mylightbulbcourses.com/courses/hand-engraving-with-roessein-art
If you’d like to learn about bottle painting, sign up for Fundamentals of Bottle Painting - https://bottlepainting.thinkific.com
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If you’re looking to hire a calligrapher, engraver, bottle painter and fashion illustrator in Toronto, Canada, connect with Telisa:
Website: https://roesseinart.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roesseinart/
If you’re looking to hire a calligrapher, engraver and bottle painter in Hawaii, connect with Michelle
Website: https://www.michelleclemen.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michelleclemen/
If you’re looking to hire a calligrapher, engraver, bottle painter and fashion illustrator in Vancouver, Canada, connect with Isabel:
Website: https://www.isabeldusmann.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isabeldusmann/
18 Sept 2025
S3 : EP8 Behind The Portfolio
Welcome to the Event Ready Podcast! In this episode, "Behind The Portfolio," your hosts Telisa and Isabel dive deep into a conversation about identity in the live event artist industry. We're getting real about how factors like race, age, gender, religion, and even "vibes" can subtly (or not so subtly) influence client hiring decisions or your experience onsite. This isn't your typical advice-heavy episode; instead, we're spilling our feelings and exploring the often-unseen challenges artists face. Join us for a candid discussion that goes beyond just the art and into the personal experiences of being a live event artist.
Available on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Youtube and Podbean
Come sit with us!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eventreadypod
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If you’d like to learn about engraving, sign up for Hand Engraving Course -
https://www.mylightbulbcourses.com/courses/hand-engraving-with-roessein-art
If you’d like to learn about bottle painting, sign up for Fundamentals of Bottle Painting - https://bottlepainting.thinkific.com
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If you’re looking to hire a calligrapher, engraver, bottle painter and fashion illustrator in Toronto, Canada, connect with Telisa:
Website: https://roesseinart.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roesseinart/
If you’re looking to hire a calligrapher, engraver, bottle painter and fashion illustrator in Vancouver, Canada, connect with Isabel:
Website: https://www.isabeldusmann.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isabeldusmann/
If you’re looking to hire a calligrapher, engraver and bottle painter in Hawaii, connect with Michelle
Website: https://www.michelleclemen.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michelleclemen/
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