10-8-2025
Episode 12: I Am Gonna Sound Like an Old Person Yelling at a Cloud with Amy Clem
Find Amy Clem's work at https://dirtyprettyartwear.com/
Keywords
artist, jewelry, creativity, business, community, queer visibility, success, inventory management, artistic process, resilience
Summary
In this engaging conversation, Kat Edmonds and Amy Clem explore the multifaceted journey of being a working artist, particularly with Amy’s jewelry business, Dirty Pretty Artwear. They discuss the challenges and joys of navigating creativity, the importance of community support, and how sometimes you have to “grind it out”, when the work needs to get done. The dialogue emphasizes redefining success, embracing all facets of identity, and finding joy in the creative process while managing the practicalities of running a business. The conversation culminates in a call to action for listeners to create something 'dirty and pretty' as a form of resistance and self-expression.
Takeaways
Amy's journey into creativity began with Modern Dance and has evolved into jewelry making.
Understanding customer needs is crucial for a successful business.
Inventory management is a significant challenge for artists, or at least Kat.
Diversity in income sources can alleviate pressure on artists.
Community support is vital for creative individuals.
Redefining success is essential for personal fulfillment.
Visibility for queer artists is important in the current climate.
Embracing all facets of identity enriches the artistic process.
Finding joy in creativity is key to sustaining artistic work.
Tools and techniques can enhance the creative process and efficiency.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background of Amy Clem
02:54 The Evolution of Amy's Jewelry Business
05:29 Navigating Inventory and Customer Expectations
08:39 Balancing Art and Business
11:17 The Importance of Diverse Income Streams
13:54 Redefining Success in the Art World
16:57 Finding Joy in Creative Work
19:35 The Influence of Community and Mentorship
22:31 Integrating Different Art Forms and Practices
34:41 Navigating Identity and Societal Expectations
41:15 The Intersection of Art and Business
47:00 Finding Joy in Creative Processes
53:48 Embracing Queer Identity in Art
01:01:56 Living Authentically as Resistance
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