Order your exclusive da Vinci BoldBrush paintbrush set! https://brushoffer.com/collections/boldbrush Learn the magic of marketing  with us here at BoldBrush! https://www.boldbrushshow.com/ Get over 50% off your first year on your artist website with FASO: https://www.FASO.com/podcast/ --- On this episode we're joined by Australian portrait painter Vicki Sullivan. We discuss how she began her path as an artist thanks to the support of her grandmother, some excellent advice for anyone looking to become a portrait painter who takes on commissions, and she reminds us of the importance of persisting and continuing on your path with determination and spirit. We also talk about why it's important to seek out good business advice from professions outside of the arts, and to remember that even if some people don't like your work, there's always someone who will. Finally, Vicki tells us about her brand new instructional video "Painting Realistic Portraits" on Streamline. Vicki's FASO Site: https://www.vickisullivan.com/ Vicki's instructional video "Painting Realistic Portraits": https://www.vickisullivan.com/page/41967/instructional-video Vicki's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vickisullivanartwork/