The Thriving Christian Artist

In this episode, I sit down for an interview with my friend Melissa Pruitt. Melissa is a Content and Marketing Strategist and the creator of Instaposts, which helps entrepreneurs create engaging content on their Instagram posts, stories, and IGTV. Her background in psychology bridges human behavior with social media marketing strategy, and this is how she teachers her clients to create deeper connections.Listen on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, The Charisma Podcast Network, or Google Play or at http://www.MattTommeyMentoring.com/podcast You can connect with Melissa online at instaposts.com and on Facebook and Instagram @RealMelissaPruittConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The registration for the conference mentioned in this episode is closed. You can find all of our current resourc

One of the things I see artists struggle with all the time is Procrastination. Not just creative procrastination but “life” procrastination. In this episode of 5-minute mentoring, I address this issue head-on and give you some practical ways you can push past this barrier in your personal and artistic life.Listen on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google Play or at http://www.MattTommeyMentoring.com/podcastGot Questions? -We’ve Got Answers!I’ll be answering a new question every Friday so if you have a question you'd like me to answer on an upcoming episode; I need to hear from you.  Click Here, and you can Record your message below and who knows, we just might feature it on an upcoming episode!Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The registration for the conference mentioned i

In this episode, I sit down for an interview with artist and author, Sara Thurman. Sara shares how her creative path intertwines with our own impossible journey by giving hope to what seems unreachable.Small Beginnings, her book that shares this story in detail, will be on sale tomorrow. If you act quickly, you can purchase the kindle edition of her book, again only on sale tomorrow, Nov 5th, for just $1.99. - You'll be able to find that kindle book on sale tomorrow at https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07SX5ZMX6Listen on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, The Charisma Podcast Network, or Google Play or at http://www.MattTommeyMentoring.com/podcast You can connect with Sara online at SaraThurman.com and on Facebook and Instagram @ActsOneEightBlessingsConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note

In this episode, I take the time to tackle the question of how to overcome the overwhelm of life so that you can find the focus, motivation, and even time to spend on what’s important in your creative life.Got Questions? -We’ve Got Answers!I’ll be answering a new question every Friday so if you have a question you'd like me to answer on an upcoming episode; I need to hear from you.  Click Here, and you can Record your message below and who knows, we just might feature it on an upcoming episode!Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The resource mentioned in this episode is no longer available for purchase. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.html

In this episode, I sit down for an interview with my friend and artist, Wendy Bryant. Wendy is an up-cycle textile artist and painter who is using her art to support an orphanage in Uganda. I really relate to her story, and I think you will too, especially if you are a bit of a “doer” that easily gets sucked into the overwork mode.  Listen on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, The Charisma Podcast Network, or Google Play or at http://www.MattTommeyMentoring.com/podcast You can connect with Wendy online at Creolesha.Etsy.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest @CreoleshaConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The registration for the conference mentioned in this episode is closed. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.html

In this episode, THE 100TH EPISODE, I take a little time to reflect on what I’ve learned and gleaned from producing this podcast over the last few years and have a look ahead at what’s to come. You won’t want to miss this!Got Questions? -We’ve Got Answers!I’ll be answering a new question every Friday so if you have a question you'd like me to answer on an upcoming episode; I need to hear from you.  Click Here, and you can Record your message below and who knows, we just might feature it on an upcoming episode!Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The registration for the conference mentioned in this episode is closed. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.html

In this episode, I sit down for a great interview with a new friend of mine, Connie Spurlock-Walcott. Like many folks, Connie’s backstory is full of brokenness, pain, and abuse, but that’s not where her story ends. Connie takes the time to share a bit of her incredible story of recovery, transformation, and creativity with us in this episode.Now, if you find yourself in a place of pain and brokenness in search of freedom, breakthrough, and help to get there, I want to encourage you to check out the following Healing and Freedom Ministries.House of Healing and Jim and Pat Banks were instrumental in my own healing journey. Their trauma prayer has brought healing and peace to countless thousands of people all around the globe.Restoring the Foundations - founded by Chester and Betsy Kylstra, their unique and holistic approach to healing and freedom ministry has released deep, profound, and lasting healing to people all around the globe.Mark DeJesus - Through his podcast, training, and ministry, Mark is empowering

In this episode, I take the time to answer a question from one of my listeners, Donna, on where to find the time needed to pursue art without abandoning the responsibilities and commitments that already exist?Got Questions? -We’ve Got Answers!I’ll be answering a new question every Friday so if you have a question you'd like me to answer on an upcoming episode; I need to hear from you.  Click Here, and you can Record your message below and who knows, we just might feature it on an upcoming episode!Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The registration for the conference mentioned in this episode is closed. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.html

In this episode, I sit down for a great interview with my new friend, Josie Lewis. Not only is Josie a gifted artist and author, but she currently has over 1 BILLION views on social media. You don’t want to miss this episode as Josie shares a bit of her story with us.Listen on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, The Charisma Podcast Network, or Google Play or at http://www.MattTommeyMentoring.com/podcast You can connect with Josie online at www.JosieLewis.com and on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, TikTok, and YouTube @JosieLewisArtConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The registration for the conference mentioned in this episode is closed. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.html

In this episode, I take the time to answer a question from one of my listeners, Beth, on the best way to approach developing a website for her art. The process doesn’t have to be overwhelming, and help is out there from folks who know just what artists need.If you are in the market for someone to help with your website, I have two great folks to recommend for you. If you’re ready to get serious about designing and developing your artist website, work on branding, or help with setting up your own eCommerce, then my friend Tasha Glover is the person you want to talk with.And for help driving traffic to your website, you’re going to want to talk to my friend Jeremy Ashburn of Pushleads.Finally, if you are more of a DIYer, then I’ve put together a great mini-course that helps get you started and headed in the right direction. Click Here to learn more about my $39 Developing Your Artist Website mini-course.Some of the links from above are affiliate links, meaning I could potentially get paid if you click on them a

In this episode, I sit down for a great interview with my friend and artist from Oregon, Connie McDonald. Like many of us, Connie spent so much of her life trapped in the never-ending cycle of “do.” She was doing a lot of great things in her life, but just reached the point where she was simply overwhelmed. Can you relate?  Well it was through her creative process that the Lord began to transform her life and bring her to a point where she is now sowing that same transformation into the lives of others.Listen on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, The Charisma Podcast Network, or Google Play or at http://www.MattTommeyMentoring.com/podcast You can connect with Connie online at www.TechnicolorLivingWithConnie.com or at www.PaxsonHouse.com and on Facebook and Instagram @TechnicolorLivingWithConnieConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.

In this episode, I take the time to answer a question from one of my listeners, Lisette, on how you can know when it is time to step out in faith to leave a job in order to fully pursue the art God is leading you to create. The Bridge is simply that tool the Lord has put in your path. It can be the job you’re at or even a new job, that helps you transition from being a hobbyist or emerging artist into a pro artist on your way to thriving.Listen on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google Play or at http://www.MattTommeyMentoring.com/podcastGot Questions? -We’ve Got Answers!I’ll be answering a new question every Friday so if you have a question you'd like me to answer on an upcoming episode; I need to hear from you.  Click Here, and you can Record your message below and who knows, we just might feature it on an upcoming episode!If this Podcast is a blessing to you, I need your help.First of all, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google Play. This way, you’ll never miss an episode.Secon

In this episode, I sit down for an interview with my friend and mosaic sculptor, Amy Haid Spence. Amy shares how show moved from being frustrated in her spiritual life, artistic life, and her business life. She spent a lot of years, like many of us do, floundering until she began to embrace God’s truth on how the Kingdom works. You can connect with Amy online at www.AmyHaidSpence.com and on Facebook and Instagram @AmyHaidSpenceStudiosConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The registration for the conference mentioned in this episode is closed. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.html

In this episode, I take the time to answer a question from one of my listeners, Brittney, about how she can avoid social media overwhelm and burn out by finding a healthy balance of what to post and how often as she connects with followers and builds her brand.Listen on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google Play or at http://www.MattTommeyMentoring.com/podcastGot Questions? -We’ve Got Answers!I’ll be answering a new question every Friday so if you have a question you'd like me to answer on an upcoming episode; I need to hear from you.  Click Here, and you can Record your message below and who knows, we just might feature it on an upcoming episode!If this Podcast is a blessing to you, I need your help.First of all, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google Play. This way, you’ll never miss an episode.Secondly, take a few minutes and leave a review for an episode or the entire series. This will help us get the word out to others about this series.Connect with Matt online at www.MattTo

In this episode, I share a message I recently gave on what it means to mature as an artist in God’s Kingdom.Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The resource mentioned in this episode is no longer available for purchase. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.html

In this episode, I sit down for a conversation with my friend, Lesa Vander Bie. Lesa is an accomplished painter, and in this podcast, she shares her story of triumph and breakthrough as she has started to step into everything that God has called her to be.You can connect with Lesa online at www.LesaVanderBieArt.com and on Facebook and Instagram @LesaVanderBieArtToday’s Episode is Sponsored By My Created to Thrive Mentoring GroupAs many of you know the doors open for just two more days to this year’s last chance to join my Created To Thrive Mentoring Program and the hundreds of artists from around the globe have already said, “Yes!”  “Yes” to walking in confidence as an artist in the marketplace.“Yes” to knowing their lives and art are making a real difference to others.“Yes” to focusing their creative expression and avoiding artistic overwhelm.“Yes” to developing maturity and uniqueness as an artist. “Yes” to moving past lack and into a place of divine abundance.“Yes, I’m All In!”What about You?If you are rea

In this episode, I sit down for an interview with painter and fiber artist Lynda Sondles. Lynda shares the story of her creative journey and how she began to connect with clients and tell her story in order to get her work out to the marketplace.You can connect with Linda online at www.LyndaSondles.com and on Facebook and Instagram @LyndaSondlesStudio Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The resource mentioned in this episode is no longer available for purchase. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.html

In this episode, I sit down for an interview with Angela Bruch. Not only is Angela a great artist, but she is the very definition of an Overcomer. Angela shares her deeply moving story of triumph over trauma and tragedy. You won't want to miss a second of her truly inspirational story. You can connect with Angela online at www.AngelaBruchArt.com, on Facebook @AngelaBruchArt and on Instagram @Angela_Bruch_Art_Connect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The resource mentioned in this episode is no longer available for purchase. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.html

In this episode, I sit down for an interview with a great friend of mine, Darrell Williams.  Darrell candidly shares his mindset struggles over what it really means to be an artist, and his journey of developing confidence in the artistic skills he has been faithful to nurture.You can connect with Darrell on Facebook & Instagram @DarrellWilliamsStudioConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The resource mentioned in this episode is no longer available for purchase. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.html

In this episode, I sit down with one of my dear friends, Laura Brady. If any of you are one of those people who feel like the pressures of daily life are keeping you from pursuing your calling as an artist, then you don’t want to miss my interview with Laura.You can connect with Laura online at www.LauraBradyArt.com  and on Facebook & Instagram @LauraBradyStudioConnect with Matt online at www.MattTommeyMentoring.com or on Instagram and Facebook @thethrivingchristianartistGet encouraged and connect with other artists on the Thriving Christian Artist Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/thethrivingchristianartist/Please Note: The resource mentioned in this episode is no longer available for purchase. You can find all of our current resources at: https://www.matttommeymentoring.com/resources.html