What part of your work in the art field are you the most passionate about? My favorite part of the field is working in tandem with artists. Building a strong foundation, witnessing their growth, and being a stepping stone in their careers is incredibly rewarding. I take great pride in being the go-to person for artists when they have businessrelated questions or want to connect with others on the platform, striving to create an environment where they feel comfortable reaching out for support. Establishing relationships and fostering a community through Collect Bean is what I love the most. If you had to choose one, what has been the most impactful experience in your career so far? Starting my own business and being confident in my point of view has been the most impactful part of my career. Developing something from the ground up
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Championing and working with artists is paramount to me. Going into 2024, I wanted to create a thoughtfully curated platform to showcase artists I love and admire directly from their studios. Collect Bean aims to support artists and highlight their work while making the collecting process streamlined and unintimidating. I want collectors to feel comfortable and confident in their purchases without the pressure of sharing their collection details or dealing with waitlists. If they love a piece, they can buy it, invest in a growing artist, and build their collection with ease.
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You founded Collect Bean, an online platform that showcases and supports artists. What inspired you to develop this program?
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