live vividly (v.)
Integrating practices that help you feel more alive, including margins for spontaneity and unseriousness.
As a principle, living vividly is to strive for the next edge of self-expression, as an individual person or as a brand earning trust.
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I work with service businesses to fix confusing funnels, clarify positioning, and focus all their marketing efforts. Less hustle, less shiny-object syndrome, and more humanity.
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About
Now that AI is out of Pandora's box, all the things I like to do matter even more: in-person connection, self-expression, communication psychology, and creating belonging.
Art, events, writing, and business development are fun applications of those interests. Instead of worrying about being "behind" (codswallop), let's fully enjoy being alive.
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If you're local to Austin or have a project in mind, let's talk!
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Do you take art commissions?
I do take commissions on paintings, pastels, charcoal drawings, and occasionally on murals. My standard sizes are 18"x24" for pastel and charcoal pieces on paper and 30x40" for acrylic paintings on wood panel canvas. I can do custom sizes. I tend to work the best on commissions with an anchor idea, symbol, or person, though I don’t promise exact portraits.
How do I hear about your art events in Austin?
I host Vivid Parlor art events at various venues in Austin, and announce them all in my newsletter, Vivid Candor on Substack. I also announce Vivid Parlor events on Instagram @katy__ward. Learn more about the events and sign up at vividcandor.com.
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