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Welcome to the Print Life Podcast! A podcast created for surface pattern designers who want to get their foot in the door designing and selling exclusive art in the fashion industry. Host Leslie Kenehan brings you all things design, sales, marketing & mindset to support you in growing your creative business. Freelance? In House? Just getting started? You are in the right place. Welcome to the Print Life Podcast! https://lesliekenehan.com/
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In this episode of The Print Life Podcast, I’m thrilled to welcome Becky Dator, a creative manager with two decades of fashion industry experience across apparel, textile, and color design. With her roots in Philadelphia, Becky’s journey spans well-known brands like Free People and Print Fresh, where she’s held roles from design and project managem…
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114: Artist Interview with Hollei Anne Hayes
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Finding Your Power in Surface Pattern Design: An Interview with Hollei Anne Hayes In this episode of The Print Life Podcast, I’m joined by Hollei Anne Hayes, the founder of Hollei Anne Design Co., who has spent over a decade honing her craft in the design industry. After working with esteemed brands like Toys R Us and Skip Hop, Hollei transitioned …
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Bec Oakes is a Sydney based print designer, her work is bohemian, vintage and earthy, influenced by her experiences while travelling and nature. She discovered the world of print design while studying design at university and fell in love. She started out by interning and working in-house in the fashion and homewares industries but has found her pl…
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Sara Torabi, owner of Papillon Patterns, is a surface pattern designer based in Canada. Her creative purpose is to create art that brings joy and hope to lives all around the world. Inspired by the vibrant colors and beautiful nature of Canada, her work reflects the intricate details of the lines and curves she observes in her surroundings. Through…
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111: From Audience to Client: How to Nurture and Convert on Social Media
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In this episode of The Print Life Podcast, we're diving deep into the art of turning your social media audience into loyal clients. We'll explore the crucial differences between your audience, leads, and clients, and why understanding these distinctions is essential for building a successful creative business. Leslie breaks down actionable steps to…
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110: A Conversation with Karina Duncan on Getting Started, Consignment Design & Diving into Freelance
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In this episode, join me to sit down with Karina Duncan, a talented textile designer who has carved out a unique space in the womenswear, resort, and swim markets with original, trend inspired print designs. With over six years of experience living and working in Portugal, Karina has honed her craft through both hand-painted and digital mediums. St…
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109: Elevate Your Design Process with the Power of Market Research
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In this episode we dive into the crucial role of market research in connecting with clients and boosting your sales as a surface pattern designer. Understanding the significance of knowing your market to establish strong relationships and make informed decisions that align with current trends and client needs. Learn why understanding your market is…
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108: Niching Down: The Key to Gaining Traction and Streamlining Your Creative Business
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In this episode of the Print Life Podcast we are diving in to the power of niching down for creative entrepreneurs. Are you struggling to attract your dream clients or feeling overwhelmed by your business? It might be time to refine your focus. We will cover: The importance of narrowing your niche How to gain traction faster by specializing Tips fo…
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107: Returning to Yourself: Reconnecting with Passion and Purpose
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In today's episode, we dive into a theme I am seeing not only within myself but within our creative community: the art of returning to ourselves. As we navigate different seasons of life, it's crucial to reconnect with the love for what we do, allowing us to be intentional and release the grip of burnout. We'll explore the importance of pulling bac…
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If you have ever found yourself looking ourward and allowing yourself to get tripped up on your journey when you begin comparing youreself to others? What if I told you that comparison can be a powerful tool for growth? Instead of judging yourself against others, try seeing it as a window into what's possible for you. When you shift your perspectiv…
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105: 150 Pitches and This is What I Learned
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In this episode, Leslie discusses the intricacies of building an email list and maintaining it for surface pattern designers. You will learn comprehensive strategies on how to effectively engage with an audience, convert leads, and maintain clients. For more information about working together, visit: https://lesliekenehan.com/ https://www.instagram…
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104: Building an Authentic and Sustainable Creative Business
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Join me this week to dive into the importance of understanding yourself as a creative and a business owner before building your surface pattern design business. Knowing what you enjoy and what you don't is crucial in crafting a business model that feels authentic and sustainable. We will explore various pathways for designers, from working with stu…
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103: The Impact of a Market Aligned Portfolio
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In this week's episode, I touch on the importance of creating a market-aligned portfolio, especially when pitching in the fashion industry. I also extend an invitation to my free webinar, where I'll be offering a DIY version of my signature course. This episode highlights how crucial it is to view pitching as a numbers game and to develop your art …
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102: Artist Interview with Catherine Wise
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In this inspiring episode of the Print Life Podcast, I sit down with Catherine Wise, a seasoned fashion, print, and graphic designer. Catherine shares her journey from fine arts to becoming a trend book designer and eventually embracing a freelance career. Her experiences in teaching at UK fashion and textile courses and offering specialized traini…
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101: 5 Key Areas of Focus for Surface Pattern Designers
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Welcome to another episode of the Print Life podcast! I'm Leslie Kenehan, Creative Director at White Buffalo Studio. In this episode, I dive into what I believe are the five most important focus areas for surface pattern designers looking to build a thriving business. Whether you're just starting or pivoting to a new niche, this episode covers defi…
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100: The Long Game - The Truth About Building Your Design Business
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Hi everyone, I'm Leslie Kenehan, your host of the Print Life podcast. In our 100th episode of the Print Life Podcast, I found it fitting that we discuss The Long Game and the truth about what really goes in to building a business you love. In this episode, we delve into the necessity of preparation to meet opportunities in surface pattern design. F…
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099: Artist Interview with Rebecca Woolbright
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Welcome back to the Print Life podcast! In today's episode we will dive into the story of Rebecca Woolbright. Rebecca is a licensed surface pattern designer and the artist behind the brand Rebecca Jane Woolbright. Her goal is to wrap the world in color. She is obsessed with patterns and symmetry and enjoys the process of manufacturing her own produ…
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098: Agent Interview: Nadine Stenovitch of The Scoop In Design
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Join me for an exclusive conversation with Fashion Print Design Agent, Nadine Stenovitch. With over two decades of experience in the industry, Nadine brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. As the owner of The Scoop In Design, she represents some of the best print studios in London. But that's not all – when she's not curating stunning art in LA…
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097: Letting Go And Leaning In To Your Creative Practice
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Join me this week as we delve into a crucial aspect of success: the art of letting go. Often, we find ourselves holding our goals so tightly, yearning for quick results. However, in this episode, we explore how releasing that pressure can lead to greater achievements. Success often comes from finding a balance between ambition and patience. By lett…
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096: Catwalk Reactive or Intuitively Led? Navigating Your Creative Process
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Welcome to another episode of the Print Life Podcast, where we delve into the realms of art, design, and the fashion industry. Today, we discuss a topic that is dear to our hearts - the significance of embracing artistic integrity and exploring design in all its forms. Main Episode Points: The idea of getting comfortable enough in your own artistic…
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In this episode we get to know Roberta Montorfano, founder of Betta Designs. Roberta is an Italian-Mexican artist. Raised in Como, Italy, she grew up steeped in the vivid interplay of colors, textiles, history, and art. For Roberta, the art of storytelling is embodied in design, art, photography, and colors. After immersing herself in textile desig…
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094: Style Series Day Four: Tapping into Authenticity
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Exploring the soulful journey of authenticity. Join us to deep dive into the significance of authenticity—the key to unlocking a style that is uniquely yours. This episode is a voyage of self-discovery within your creative process, an infusion of the unexpected, and a commitment to artistic integrity. Learn how revisiting your past works becomes a …
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093: Style Series Day Three: What kind of designer are you?
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In today's episode, we'll explore two distinct approaches to developing your signature style in surface pattern design. We'll discuss the importance of committing to a consistent practice and delve into the three phases that designers can repeatedly navigate to continually refine and explore their unique style. Join us as we uncover practical insig…
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092: Style Series Day Two: Uncover Your Artistic Origin
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Welcome back to the Style Series! Today, we are reconnecting with our origin story to inspire us forward on our journey toward uncovering our signature style. 🌟 Recalling Your Origin Story: Think back to that magical moment when you realized being an artist or designer was your true calling. Reconnect with what sparked your creative flame— Was it a…
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091: Style Series Day One: The Benefits of a Signature Style
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In this episode of the Print Life Podcast, we kick off the Style Series—a four-part exploration inspired by the 2020 Style Challenge. Having guided nearly 400 participants through the challenge, it's the perfect time to bring it to the podcast. Join us as we delve into the importance of identifying your "why" when it comes to developing a signature…
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