Welcome to Hatchling, the show for artists who want to earn a living. Each episode I'll answer questions from people around the world on topics including creativity, social media, mental health, finances, and more. I know from experience what it takes to succeed in this field and I'll share honest advice on how to get there. Hatchling will awaken the go-getter in you and leave you feeling inspired, encouraged, and a little less alone.
Chapter two of a mini-series about my relationship with the internet. This episode describes the moment when I first realized that everything had gone wrong, and that something would have to change. The second half of the episode is a wonderful listener response from Kathlyn Pagador (https://www.instagram.com/kathlynpagador/) about how to get the most out of social media without losing yourself in it.
Hosted by August Lamm (https://www.instagram.com/augustlamm/)
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Email me your questions: augustbryanlamm@gmail.com (mailto:augustbryanlamm@gmail.com)
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9 Jan 2020
The Influencer's Dilemma (Part 1)
This is chapter one of a new mini-series about my relationship with the internet. It begins with my very first smartphone, then follows my path to success on social media, and ends with a philosophical crisis. Join me as I investigate how technology affects artists, and work toward a healthier and more balanced life.
Email me your questions and responses: augustbryanlamm@gmail.com (mailto:augustbryanlamm@gmail.com)
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Hosted by August Lamm (https://www.instagram.com/augustlamm/)
5 Dec 2019
Leaving Instagram: An Audio Diary
After spending my entire adult life building a career on social media, I decided to step away from it all to see what would happen. In the virtual world I was thriving but in reality I was more isolated and insecure than ever. I needed to see for myself if the cycle of internet attention and rejection had anything to do with it.
I recorded a series of diary entries over the ensuing weeks to track my progress. My hope here is to start a dialogue about social media and its damaging effects on mental health and the creative process. These things are not easy to talk about, especially when your income depends on maintaining your popularity. But this is something that I have to put out there. I look forward to hearing your own thoughts and experiences.
Get in touch with me by email at augustbryanlamm@gmail.com
6 Aug 2019
You are not an art machine!
What do you do when you've got limited time and limitless ideas? You'll need to pick and choose your projects, especially if you want to have a consistent output. But don't get too caught up in the end results—you're an artist, not a machine! It's important to keep exploring and experimenting throughout your career, even if it doesn't pay.
Question from @alejandra_erica_santillan (https://www.instagram.com/alejandra_erica_santillan/)
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6 Aug 2019
Boundaries & Bad Clients
Artists get taken advantage of all the time! I explain why this might be happening to you and how to avoid it in the future. The second half of the show is an interview with artist Xan Peters (https://www.instagram.com/xanosaurus/) about workshops, day jobs, and finding the courage to ask for help.
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7 Jun 2019
Conversation with Heather Ihn Martin
My very first interview! I talk to my internet friend Heather Ihn Martin (https://www.instagram.com/heatherihnart/) about how she decided to go full-time with her painting a year ago and how her life has changed since then.
Check out Heather’s upcoming shows (https://heatherihnart.com/events)
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Hosted by Bryan the Girl (https://instagram.com/bryanthegirl)
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27 May 2019
Can money buy followers?
There’s no shortcut to building an audience, but money can certainly help. This week I discuss the best and worst ways to invest financially in your business including ads, giveaways, fake followers, feature accounts and more.
Questions from @drosslayson (https://www.instagram.com/drosslayson/)
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Hosted by Bryan the Girl (https://instagram.com/bryanthegirl)
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3 May 2019
Put the phone down!
Do you have a healthy relationship with technology? I don't! I pick up my phone hundreds of times throughout the day and spend hours doing nothing meaningful or memorable. When your career requires social media, it's so difficult to step away and get back to real life. This week I make a plan to do just that—without sacrificing the things I love about technology.
Find Hatchling on Instagram @hatchlingpod (https://instagram.com/hatchlingpod)
Hosted by Bryan the Girl (https://instagram.com/bryanthegirl)
Email me at bryan@bryanthegirl.com (mailto:bryan@bryanthegirl.com) to be featured on the show!
19 Apr 2019
What do artists do all day?
Creative work doesn't just happen. It takes planning and consistency, which doesn't come naturally to all artists. So how do you build a schedule that fits your personality? I'll share my own schedule plus some tips for getting things done while taking full advantage of that freelance flexibility.
Find Hatchling on Instagram @hatchlingpod (https://instagram.com/hatchlingpod)
Hosted by Bryan the Girl (https://instagram.com/bryanthegirl)
Email me at bryan@bryanthegirl.com (mailto:bryan@bryanthegirl.com) to be featured on the show!
(The book I mentioned can be found here (https://www.amazon.com/Daily-Rituals-How-Artists-Work/dp/0307273601))
9 Apr 2019
Prints, Teaching & Personal Projects
What’s the best way to sell prints? How do you prepare yourself to start teaching? This week we're tackling the logistical and psychological obstacles that hold you back from making moves. I also talk about the importance of drawing for pleasure and why I've been struggling to make time for it in my own life.
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Hosted by Bryan the Girl (https://instagram.com/bryanthegirl)
Questions are from @keaneangleart (https://www.instagram.com/keaneangleart/) & @mars.nap.art (https://www.instagram.com/mars.nap.art/)
26 Mar 2019
Putting Yourself out There
It sounds so simple: "Just put yourself out there!" But what does it really mean? I demystify the phrase, translating it into targeted strategies for self-promotion. I also share tips for increasing confidence and reducing stress.
Find Hatchling on Instagram @hatchlingpod (https://instagram.com/hatchlingpod)
Hosted by Bryan the Girl (https://instagram.com/bryanthegirl)
Questions are from @_garycooper_ (https://www.instagram.com/_garycooper_/) & @allgdthings (https://www.instagram.com/allgdthings/) & @z.stith (https://www.instagram.com/z.stith/)
19 Mar 2019
The Age Barrier & Turning Followers into Customers
Likes and follows don't pay the bills! I talk about convincing your audience to stop scrolling and start investing in your work. I also take a question from a beginner artist who's worried about starting too late in life.
Find Hatchling on Instagram @hatchlingpod (https://instagram.com/hatchlingpod)
Hosted by Bryan the Girl (https://instagram.com/bryanthegirl)
Questions are from @shivranjana (https://instagram.com/shivranjana) and @jai_ma_car (https://instagram.com/jai_ma_car)
8 Mar 2019
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