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My Name is Rafi Perez and I am a fine artist, my wife Klee Angelie is a jewelry designer, and this has been our career for the last decade. We have been sharing videos about our art career and art tips over the last few years. We try to give practical, real advice and try to bring fun back into the trials of navigating an art career. We talk about personal things, art things, career things and you can’t see our faces, but it’s us... We promise. Find out more at www.rafiandklee.com
Episodes
Tuesday Jul 13, 2021
Tuesday Jul 13, 2021
In this podcast, I discuss my mindset when it comes to approaching an art career full time. I discuss some of the personal hurdles we face as artists putting ourselves out there. To find out more about us visit www.rafiandklee.com
Saturday Jun 19, 2021
Saturday Jun 19, 2021
As artists, it is crucial for us to step out of our comfort zone. Sometimes we need to make big changes in life. In many cases, we avoid or put off things because they are uncomfortable. In this live podcast, Klee and I discuss the roadblocks to making a big change in your life as a creative and human, and how to get through the suck. Find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com
Tuesday Jun 08, 2021
Tuesday Jun 08, 2021
In this live podcast Klee and I discuss different things that can cause creatives to not feel motivated to create artwork. We take a deeper look into the reasons and solutions to finding your motivation. Whether it is doom scrolling, life drama, the world, family, studio space, or money, we can easily find ourselves lost in a sea of unmotivating crap. Find out more about Rafi and Klee at www.rafiandklee.com
Tuesday May 04, 2021
Tuesday May 04, 2021
In this podcast, I talk about the kind of things that inspire me in my art career. I am inspired by hundreds of people, but in this podcast, I am going to discuss how Stan Lee inspires me. You can find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com
Tuesday Apr 27, 2021
Tuesday Apr 27, 2021
In this podcast, Klee and I discuss the major role that art and creativity play in the world. How art has been used to revitalize areas of the country, and how support for artists is lacking. Find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com
Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
In this podcast, Klee and I discuss why the rules and a lot of ideas in the mainstream art world are a complete farce. We also go into talking about how it is hurting new artists and new art collectors. Find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com
Tuesday Apr 13, 2021
Tuesday Apr 13, 2021
In this podcast, Klee and I discuss the advice we would give our creative selves at ages 5, 10, 15, and 20. We also touch on what advice we would give ourselves now if we were looking back from the future. Find out more about us at https://rafiandklee.com/
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
In this podcast, Klee and I discuss what an art critic is and how one should behave when critiquing art. We also discuss several reasons why being a jerk is not an art critique. To find out more about us visit https://rafiandklee.com/
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
What is the art world? Is it the hype? Is it million-dollar pieces? Is it art fairs? Is it art critics like Jerry Saltz? In this podcast, I investigate my thoughts on what the art world is and why it is confusing to pinpoint exactly what it means to be an artist. I also talk about why it's not confusing at all, and why it is simpler than many of us think. Find out more about us at https://rafiandklee.com/
Tuesday Mar 23, 2021
Tuesday Mar 23, 2021
We all do it, whether you have been an artist for a while or are just trying to get your feet off the ground, we all self-sabotage. Are you aware of it, because that is where your power is. Find out more about us at https://rafiandklee.com/
Monday Mar 08, 2021
Monday Mar 08, 2021
In this podcast, Klee and I talk about one of the most powerful things to keep in mind with your art career. Being persistent and not giving up. We talk about how we keep going and our thoughts on why it matters above everything else. If you want to know more about us visit https://rafiandklee.com/
Tuesday Mar 02, 2021
Tuesday Mar 02, 2021
After one of you asked about NFT art and us not knowing what it was we took up the challenge of venturing into the crypto world. Klee and I recently tackled the NFT art market in order to know more about it. It was a crazy adventure and we pretty much did everything wrong. Here are our thoughts about NFT art and where we think this is going. Find out more about us at https://rafiandklee.com/
Sunday Feb 21, 2021
Sunday Feb 21, 2021
We got a question from an artist that made us a bit upset. This episode may be more of a rant than we intended. It is a crazy situation that we have never dealt with. Support the artist at https://www.lrjohncrafts.co.uk/ and to find out more about Rafi and Klee go to https://rafiandklee.com/
Monday Feb 01, 2021
Monday Feb 01, 2021
Today Klee and I discuss a great topic about the perception and words people may have to describe what you do. We also describe why it shouldn't matter what they say. Find out more about Brad at https://www.fireandfumes.com/ and if you want to see all the things we do go to https://rafiandklee.com/bridge/
Monday Jan 25, 2021
Monday Jan 25, 2021
In this podcast, Klee and I talk about putting yourself and your art on social media.
Wednesday Jan 13, 2021
Wednesday Jan 13, 2021
In this podcast, Klee and I discuss five important things that we keep in mind whenever we approach our art career or ANYTHING in life. Find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com.
Wednesday Dec 23, 2020
Wednesday Dec 23, 2020
This has been a challenging year and a challenging holiday season, but in this podcast, Klee and I talk about how we've been able to connect with humans all around the world and why that connection is so important. As an artist, the holiday season already comes with challenges, add closed art venues or anything that doesn't allow you to spread your creative outlet and it could feel downright impossible. It's all about the connection, whether it is face to face or virtual. Find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com
Tuesday Dec 15, 2020
Tuesday Dec 15, 2020
In this podcast, Klee and I discuss leveraging your different hobbies, interests, and creative talents in order to possibly come up with ideas on how to create multiple streams of income. This is based on a letter from @cherylannhillsartist - To find out more about us check us out at www.rafiandklee.com
Tuesday Dec 08, 2020
Tuesday Dec 08, 2020
In this live podcast, Klee and I discuss our thoughts behind writing newsletters, blogs, and any other content for the web as an artist and creator. We talk a little about marketing underhandedness, remaining genuine, and imposter syndrome. Find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com.
Find out more about the awesome Brooke Glaser at www.brookeglaser.com
Tuesday Nov 24, 2020
Tuesday Nov 24, 2020
In this podcast, Klee and I talk about the upcoming 2020 Holiday season and some of the things we are trying in order to maximize our possibilities. We also answer a question about staying motivated to keep moving forward and how to keep track of art you may have in multiple locations. Find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com
Tuesday Nov 10, 2020
Tuesday Nov 10, 2020
In this live podcast, Klee and I discuss and answer questions about creating a buzz for your virtual event. Most importantly, remember to have fun because that is powerful. Find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com/bridge
Wednesday Nov 04, 2020
Wednesday Nov 04, 2020
In this podcast, Klee and I discuss marketing art and some money mentality the rogue way. We have a different twist on marketing due to the fact that neither one of us wanted to market ourselves when we started our art career... and we still don't. You can visit us at www.rafiandklee.com
Tuesday Oct 27, 2020
Tuesday Oct 27, 2020
In this podcast, Klee and I rant about pettiness and bullshit in the mainstream art world and more. Find out more about us and our artist tips on www.rafiandklee.com
Wednesday Oct 21, 2020
Wednesday Oct 21, 2020
In this podcast, Klee and I discuss the different processes of creation we use, discuss difficult projects, and how being in a consistent state of terror while you create art is a good thing. We also discuss why it is important to believe in your greatness in order to follow through to the end. To find out more about us and our art, or to ask us a question go to https://rafiandklee.com/bridge/
Monday Sep 28, 2020
Monday Sep 28, 2020
Today Klee and I answer a question from an artist who is wondering if their long creation time is wrong. We discuss our thoughts and some suggestions from our perspective as artists who make a living from our creations. Find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com
Monday Sep 14, 2020
Monday Sep 14, 2020
In this live podcast Klee and Rafi answer random questions about bringing happiness into the art studio. They discuss how to treat an active creative brain, and also being comfortable in front of the camera or groups of people. You can find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com
Wednesday Sep 02, 2020
Wednesday Sep 02, 2020
In this artist's tips podcast Klee and I talk about the pitfalls of setting up your art business in a way that causes you to feel like you are locked to it. To find out more about us and our art visit us at www.Rafiandklee.com
Monday Aug 24, 2020
Monday Aug 24, 2020
In this podcast Klee and Rafi discuss a question they received about wanting to get rid of a poor money mentality when facing the challenges of becoming an artist. They talk about their poor upbringing and some of the tactics, mentalities, and thoughts they have used to really challenge their thoughts when it comes to money. This podcast is very raw and covers a plethora of topics such as debt, upbringing, and social status. To find out more about us visit us at www.rafiandklee.com
Monday Aug 17, 2020
Monday Aug 17, 2020
Klee and I discuss our opinion on getting into large art shows. Find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com
Monday Aug 10, 2020
Monday Aug 10, 2020
In this Live podcast, Klee and I answer a few questions about doing art shows and how we handled the pandemic. Followed by a brainstorming session on ways to make money and put yourself out there as an artist. Find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com
Monday Aug 03, 2020
Monday Aug 03, 2020
This month we are recording a special commentary that will go with my book which is called The Rogue Artist's Survival Guide which is a book that I put together from several years worth of notes while creating my art career. This book is all about the mindset that got me to where I am. In this podcast you'll get to listen to chapter 5 - There Is No Roadmap. To find out more about us and the book visit www.rafiandklee.com
Monday Jul 27, 2020
Monday Jul 27, 2020
There are a lot of rules when it comes to running your art business, or any business. In our experience, if you want to feel happy, fulfilled, and rock the art world you have to stay childlike. In this podcast, we explain why we believe that although everyone has advice that is, on the contrary, they are full of crap. Find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com
Monday Jul 06, 2020
Monday Jul 06, 2020
In this podcast we answer a very interesting question: Why Do You Art? Klee and I discuss at length the different motivations we have experienced throughout our lives as creative people. Find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com
Monday Jun 22, 2020
Monday Jun 22, 2020
There is a lot of great advice out there when it comes to running your social media page and market yourself, but honestly, it always comes down to you and what you want to share with the world. Don't get lost in all of the advice out there. You can find out more about us at https://rafiandklee.com/
Monday Jun 08, 2020
Monday Jun 08, 2020
In this podcast, we answer a question from Neli find her at https://www.instagram.com/nellikilu_art/ where we talk about loneliness as an artist. In my opinion, we are just scratching at the surface with this podcast, but also cover a lot of personal reasons why loneliness can crop up in our creative life. Find out more about us at https://rafiandklee.com/
Monday Jun 01, 2020
Monday Jun 01, 2020
So what happens when someone doesn't pay for the art commission that you have worked so hard on, or the artist just disappears... This is our take on how to avoid that situation or how to recover. Find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com.
Monday May 18, 2020
Monday May 18, 2020
Hi in this live pod we talk about the ups and downs of emotional creativity in the studio. This is the recording of our first live Pod and we were testing out the system as well. We had a short call from Kelly who is an amazing creative who is out there helping people during the pandemic, and staying in her happy place. You can experience her amazing art at https://kellysterrgallery.com/ and find out more about us at https://rafiandklee.com/
Tuesday May 12, 2020
Tuesday May 12, 2020
In this live-recorded podcast we talk about the Rogue Artist's Survival Guide Rules and Steps to becoming an artist. We talk about the mainstream art world, dealing with rejection and a whole plethora of subjects pertaining to becoming an artist.
Tuesday May 05, 2020
Tuesday May 05, 2020
In this podcast we answer a question from a follower about why business are going bankrupt and how to avoid that in his creative career. We also talk about being an artist who runs a small business, and how we weather the storm when the crap hits the fan financially. Find out more about Rafi And Klee at https://rafiandklee.com/
Monday May 04, 2020
Monday May 04, 2020
May The Fourth Be With You! In this podcast Klee and I discuss some of the powerful lessons we have learned about life and how to make it as an artist from Starwars. To find out more about Rafi and Klee Go To https://rafiandklee.com/
Monday Apr 27, 2020
Monday Apr 27, 2020
Today Klee and I are discussing being an artist who would prefer to be in their studio than out in public. Something that is very common. Find videos, podcasts, and more at www.rafiandklee.com
Friday Apr 24, 2020
Friday Apr 24, 2020
In this podcast Full time artists Klee and Rafi discuss being innovative, finding meaning, and communicating art to the world. They talk about Agoggles, stupid ideas in the art world, and go off on a few artist rants here and there. Find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com
Thursday Apr 16, 2020
Thursday Apr 16, 2020
This is a bonus podcast rant about whether or not we have value as artists and small businesses. Warning, this is a rant podcast. We rant about the way we are seen and how devoid we are of benefits. As artists we blaze our own trail, so we will be fine, but it would be nice if some things changed. Find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com
Monday Apr 13, 2020
Monday Apr 13, 2020
Klee and I have been spending a lot of time thinking about the fact that it is easy to lose your perspective, especially during these trying times. In this podcast, we talk about some of the emotional, financial, and unexpected troubles we have been facing and what system we have in place to deal with it like a creative badass. Find out more about us at www.rafiandklee.com
Monday Apr 06, 2020
Monday Apr 06, 2020
As artists, our income is very unpredictable, but more so during this time. In this podcast, we talk about how we are handling the pandemic, finances, and emotions. We talk about best practices to us and what is ultimately important during a time where you may struggle a bit. Find out more, including resources for artists at www.rafiandklee.com
Monday Mar 30, 2020
Monday Mar 30, 2020
As artists, there is one thing we will ALL deal with, and that is the elusive art buyer. We received a great question on twitter about being ghosted by a potential art buyer and how to deal with that. How not to be pushy, and not come across as desperate. We also talk about dealing with financial uncertainty and a few more rambles relevant to the subject. www.rafiandklee.com
Tuesday Mar 24, 2020
Tuesday Mar 24, 2020
In this podcast, Klee and I talk about newsletters, blogs, podcasts, social media, and more. Staying connected, building community, and being real in a landscape that is all about marketing. As an artist, everything we create is part of our voice and that should include anything we put out there. Thank you to the extraordinary artist Holly Wong for her question.
Tuesday Mar 17, 2020
Tuesday Mar 17, 2020
In this artist podcast Klee and I talk about having regrets about not being an artist sooner or living in the wrong town for your art career. Different types of regrets we all face as artists and why.
Tuesday Mar 10, 2020
Tuesday Mar 10, 2020
We discuss a series of questions about production of art " From a spiritual standpoint I understand that we are here to share our gifts but I feel so drained and depleted through years of keeping up with repeat orders that I want to do my own thing and create from the heart but I am feeling guilty about it.. Is this wrong? Is there something I don't understand about being in service to others and how can we follow our bliss when we don't want to create the things that others want.. I think I once heard you say to "create what you want to create" I just want to play... and I do now!!.. yes things take longer to sell but I am much happier and my work is improving!.. something I am sure would not have been the case if I continued on the drudgery path.... Am I being selfish?
Monday Mar 02, 2020
Monday Mar 02, 2020
In this podcast, we answer a question about someone copying your art, especially if they have a large following. How we handle such an underhanded move.