
Episode Description:
In this episode of Maternity Leave, I sit down with Janna Willoughby-Lohr, an artist, poet, and entrepreneur who turned her creative passion into a thriving business. From crafting handmade paper art to securing major collaborations with brands like Pinterest and Lowe’s, Janna shares the reality of building an art business while balancing motherhood.
We discuss how she designed her own major in college, overcame challenges in her journey, and found ways to make a sustainable income as an artist. Whether you’re a creative entrepreneur or a mom looking to turn your passion into profit, this episode is packed with valuable insights!
Main Topics Covered in this Episode:
- How Janna created her major in college to pursue her true passion.
- How to make a realistic income as an artist.
- The biggest challenges of being a mompreneur in the art world.
- Balancing motherhood and business.
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- Maternity Leave Podcast Episode 21 Featuring Artist and Mompreneur, Carries Brummer, on How Motherhood Transformed Her Artistic Expression.
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