Annamieka Hopps on Art, Business, and Building Sustainable Creative Careers
Annamieka Hopps, Artwork Archive Product Education Specialist
What happens when a working artist becomes a business educator? You get someone who truly understands both sides of the creative equation—and that's exactly what makes Annamieka Hopps the perfect guide for our July 30th workshop.
As Artwork Archive's Product Education Specialist, Annamieka doesn't just teach art business organization from a theoretical perspective. She lives it. As a working artist and muralist herself, she knows firsthand the daily struggle of balancing creative passion with professional necessity.
"Organization isn't the enemy of creativity," Annamieka explains. "It's what gives you the freedom to be more creative, not less."
This philosophy drives everything she does, from her own art practice to the educational programs she's developed for artists worldwide.
Since 2017, Annamieka has been demystifying the business side of art through her online programs and as host of The Art Friend Show, which has reached over 100 episodes. Her approach is refreshingly practical—she doesn't just tell you what to do, she shows you how to do it.
"I've been where you are," she says. "I know what it feels like to be overwhelmed by the business side while just wanting to create. That's why I focus on systems that actually work for artists, not against them."
What sets Annamieka apart is her natural mentoring style. She's built a reputation for making complex business concepts accessible and actionable. Her presentations don't just inform—they empower.
"Every artist deserves to have their work seen and valued," she notes. "But that requires treating your art practice like the professional endeavor it is. Organization isn't about losing your creative spirit—it's about honoring it with the systems it deserves."
When collaboARTive was looking for someone to lead "Studio to Success: Organizing the Business Side of Your Art Career," Annamieka was the obvious choice. Her unique combination of artistic experience and business expertise makes her the ideal guide for artists ready to take their careers seriously.
"I love working with artist associations like collaboARTive," she shares. "These communities understand that supporting each other's professional growth is just as important as celebrating each other's creativity."
Annamieka's workshop won't be another dry presentation about spreadsheets and filing systems. Instead, expect:
Real-world strategies from someone who's actually implemented them
Practical tools you can start using immediately
Honest insights about the challenges artists face
Actionable solutions that respect your creative process
"My goal isn't to turn artists into business people," Annamieka explains. "It's to give artists the business tools they need to succeed as artists."
Ready to Transform Your Practice?
Join us Wednesday, July 30th for "Studio to Success: Organizing the Business Side of Your Art Career" with Annamieka Hopps. Whether you're just starting out or looking to professionalize an established practice, this workshop will give you the systems and confidence to take your art career to the next level.
Can't attend live? Register anyway—we'll send you the recording to watch at your convenience.
Your art deserves professional systems. Your career deserves strategic organization. And you deserve to spend more time creating and less time searching for lost files.
Register Now and discover how organization can enhance, not hinder, your creative practice.
Stay creative.
This blog creates a personal connection with Annamieka while building anticipation for the workshop. It positions her as both credible and relatable—someone who truly understands the artist's journey. Ready for blog #4, which will be the post-workshop follow-up?
