The dream team Roxy & Matt Ortiz of Wooden Wave join Nick & Tracey on this inspirational episode 8 of Secondary Colors! The gang discusses the power of a great partner, understanding your strengths and the importance of humility and respect to nature.  Nick & Tracey also reveal some limited holiday releases and their highs and lows from the week. Check out Roxy & Matt's whimsical murals and dreamworthy treehouses at http://www.woodenwaveart.com Contact us at...

The talented Honolulu-based designer/creator, Jana Lam (https://janalam.com) joins Nick & Tracey for episode 7! The trio discuss how trial and error moments can help grow a business just as much as big wins (and no one's path to success is the same.) Jana recalls how she grew and found herself through design and how she stays focused and inspired. Plus, with the mad dash to the holidays upon us the gang gives thanks, talk up their festive releases and chat all about ... shop chickens?!?...

Aloha friends! It's Episode 6 of Secondary Colors and artist Erik Abel is on the show! Nick & Tracey discuss tips for putting on a great social media giveaway and some strategies for the upcoming holiday season. Our Oregon-based guest Erik Abel shares his artistic journey, the nuts and bolts of his operation and his desperate search to make a positive difference with environmentally conscious art materials. It's harder than you'd think! The guys also chat about what to look for in a...

Nick & Tracey discuss the emotional rollercoaster that the entire world has experienced at the hands of the COVID-19 pandemic and what they've learned from it so far.  From the hurdles they've overcome to the many grateful moments they found along the way (Nick's newborn son! A new shop and uncrowded surf!). Tracey provides some useful advice on steps you can easily apply to your work today to get your creative ventures growing while Nick discusses the difficulties of time management,...

Art business consultant, author and podcast host Maria Brophy joins this week's show! Maria details from her home-base of San Clemente how she came on board to help her husband (and legendary Posca artist) Drew Brophy take his business to the next level. Nick & Tracey discuss with Maria their collective disdain for filling copyright forms (while recognizing their necessary evil), the benefits of constant goal setting and the empowering yet terrifying feeling of starting a brand new...

Join Nick & Tracey as they chat with Welzie! Well-known Maui based resin artist Welzie discusses his history in the surf industry on the north shore to his growth as an artist and family man. He shares advice on overcoming self doubt, finding confidence and why comparing yourself to others can be detrimental to your success. Welzie, Nick & Tracey also delve into the importance of being focused and realizing most success does not happen overnight but is a long term process of growth...

If you’re looking to get out of your creative block or need some encouragement getting started on your artistic journey - this episode's for you! Join us as we chat w/ Sarah Caudle, Hawaii based artist who has grown her operation from making art to simply cover her supply expenses to managing a team of employees and exhibiting her work internationally.  We speak about the importance of surrounding yourself with a community of creatives and staying true to yourself as an artist. Sarah’s new...

Hawaii-based artist Nick Kuchar discusses his decade-plus journey into the business of art and finding success. Joined by co-host Tracey Kehler, they share their ups & downs in this amazing industry they love. Visit http://www.nickkuchar.com for more info. 

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