This week on the show Ping is sharing her top 12 qualities that are important for her to be a successful artist. Juggling being a mother, podcast host, artist and business owner, Ping knows everything there is to know how these quality can help you to turn your dreams to your reality. In this episode, Ping shares her insights on these 12 difference qualities, including some qualities you may not be aware of. She also shares the books and quote that you can read so that you can make the most of your day and reap the positive rewards on your career.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Artists who show kindness often create a supportive community around them. Their genuine care for others is reflected in their collaborative works and fan interactions.

•Intelligence in artists is demonstrated through their mastery of techniques and understanding of the art world.

•Creativity is the core of artistry, allowing artists to push boundaries and explore new ideas.

• Resilience helps artists persevere through rejection and criticism, continuing to create despite challenges.

•Humour allows artists to connect with their audience on a deeper level and make their work more relatable.

•Integrity ensures that artists stay true to their vision and values, gaining respect and trust from their audience.

•Empathy allows artists to create works that resonate deeply with others, understanding and portraying diverse human experiences.

•Loyalty to collaborators, mentors, and fans helps artists build strong, lasting relationships in their careers.

•Generosity in sharing knowledge, resources, and opportunities can foster a nurturing environment for emerging artists.

•A positive outlook can inspire and uplift both the artist and their audience, driving creativity and motivation.

• Dedication to their craft allows artists to continually improve and innovate, achieving mastery over time.

•Adaptability enables artists to evolve with changing times and embrace new styles and mediums.

BEST MOMENTS

"There are no mistakes, just happy accidents." - Bob Ross

"Learning never exhausts the mind." - Leonardo da Vinci

"Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up." - Pablo Picasso

"I am seeking, I am striving, I am in it with all my heart." - Vincent van Gogh

"Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable." - Banksy

"Art is about a way of life." - Ai Weiwei

"I paint myself because I am so often alone and because I am the subject I know best." - Frida Kahlo

"I do not paint a portrait to look like the subject, rather does the person grow to look like his portrait." - Salvador Dalí

"Art is for everybody." - Keith Haring

"With just one polka dot, nothing can be achieved. In the universe, there is the sun, the moon, the earth, and hundreds of millions of stars." - Yayoi Kusama

"Practice is the hardest part of learning, and training is the essence of transformation." - Yo-Yo Ma

"I don't know where I'm going from here, but I promise it won't be boring." - David Bowie

ABOUT THE HOST

Ping He

A mom, a botanical artist, a teacher, and mentor for creatives.

From developing a buzzworthy flower consultant business to running a home fragrance line, from self-publishing a stationery line selling in 180 stores in 18 countries to a creative mentor, Ping He is an example of how to make a successful career transition.

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