In this special Earth Day episode, host Marina Press Granger speaks with artist Marie McKenzie about her powerful connection to kelp—one of the planet’s most vital (and overlooked) ecosystems.

What began as a fascination with kelp’s environmental role led Marie to face a deep fear of the ocean. Through learning to freedive, she now paints mesmerizing underwater vistas of kelp forest canopies as seen from beneath the surface.

This episode is a tribute to the healing power of nature, the courage to dive deep (literally), and the role art can play in honoring the Earth.

🌿 Learn more about Marie: MarieMcKenzie.com
🌊 Follow her on Instagram: @MarieMcKenzieArt

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If you’ve ever wondered why some artists seem to magnetically attract gallery invitations while you’re stuck refreshing your inbox—this episode is for you.

Marina Press Granger, former NYC gallery director and founder of The Artist Advisory™, shares how to energetically and strategically align your mindset and presentation to finally attract the right galleries (without chasing them). She walks you through:

✅ Why galleries are still important—even in the age of Instagram
✅ What they’re really looking for (hint: it’s not just your artwork)
✅ How to develop an elevator pitch that gets people talking about your work
✅ The energetic shift that makes you unforgettable to curators, collectors, and gallerists

Plus: Learn how your Reticular Activating System is shaping your art career—and how to reprogram it to see more opportunity (and less rejection).

💫 Want to go deeper?

Join Marina’s free 3-day live training:
How to Get Into Galleries That Don’t Accept Submissions
🗓️ April 16, 17, and 18 @ 1PM EDT
🎁 Win prizes including a full scholarship to The Artist Academy™, a 1:1 strategy call, and a personalized Instagram audit!

📲 Register here: https://www.theartistadvisory.com/how-to-get-into-galleries-that-dont-accept-submissions

Are you hearing about new tariffs and wondering what that means for your art career? Will collectors stop buying your work?

In this episode, your host Marina Granger will explain how artists can stay empowered, informed, and prepared. From sourcing materials to understanding why art is actually exempt from tariffs, this episode will keep you focused on growth—not fear.

You’ll learn:

✅ Why collectors aren’t going anywhere—and what that means for you

🧠 How to train your Reticular Activating System to spot opportunities, not obstacles

✅ What to do now to stay prepared, supported, and resilient

Whether you sell directly or work with galleries, this conversation will help you stay clear-headed and aligned with the artist you’re becoming.

Want to learn more - join Marina for a free 3-day live training on April 16, 17, and 18 on How to Get into Galleries That Don't Accept Submissions - you can sign up here: https://www.theartistadvisory.com/how-to-get-into-galleries-that-dont-accept-submissions