The Missing Framework
We were taught to chase an MFA or hope for fame, but neither of those paths teaches you how to build a career that actually supports your life.
Research shows the "art school debt trap" is a systemic reality. While every other professional industry offers a clear path to income, fine art leaves you without a financial framework. You have the talent. Now you need the system to thrive.
We were taught how to make art, but never how to make a living.
An Artist-Friendly Framework for Financial Growth
Most artists are taught how to create, but few are taught how to position their work for sales and visibility in the art world. They spend years in the "post and pray" cycle, waiting for a gallery to find them or a collector to stumble upon their work.
Mastering the Art of Money is the missing manual. It is a 7-module framework built on 15+ years of experience in the contemporary art world—as an artist, a coach, and the founder of Create! Magazine.
This is not a "get rich quick" scheme. This is a results-driven system for the professional artist who is ready to move from a "stack of work" to a sovereign, freedom-based empire.
You have the talent and the inventory; now it’s time to install the framework that allows for financial growth.
You’re stuck selling one artwork at a time. You lack a structured offer suite to monetize your commissions, murals, or workshops.
challenges you might be facing:
You’re guessing at your value. You lack a logical, consistent framework that protects your work and builds market trust.
You have the inventory, but you're waiting for luck or a gallery to find you. You’re chasing visibility instead of positioning.
Working with Katerina Popova as my coach has been a life-changing experience and truly a game-changer for my art career. I recently was paid the highest amount I have ever been paid for a large painting and I couldn't have done this without Kat's encouragement and guidance. She helped me overcome any fears and doubts and she showed me how to honor my creative worth. With this, I developed a price system for my work that is sustainable and supports me and my family. More importantly, Kat also helped me heal some inner wounds, make major mindset shifts and helped me create my podcast. Although this was a couple years ago, the love, guidance and support I received from Kat is helping me continue to take my art career to new heights. I am so thankful I listened to my heart and made this investment to work with Kat.
— Sara Glupker
You need:
Stop waiting for a gallery to find you. You have the work; now you need the professional positioning to attract collectors and gallery partners at the next level.
Stop guessing at your prices. You need a logical, consistent system that builds trust with collectors and makes it easy for them to say yes to your work.
Stop the "feast or famine" cycle. You need a repeatable way to handle your inquiries and close sales without the usual studio burnout.
"Through our work together, I was able to remove blocks that had been holding me back for years and move forward in my career."
Working with Kat was a transformative experience. I left her coaching program with the most powerful tool of all: self-confidence. I would fully recommend Kat’s coaching program to any artist who is looking to level up their career and reach new heights. Kat cares deeply about her clients and goes above and beyond to help them reach their goals and excel in all aspects of their life.
Victoria
TRANSFORMED HER ART BUSINESS
Yes, Kat's Programs Really Work!
So let me introduce:
Painting Green
Mastering the Art of Money
The definitive framework for professional artists ready to stop the hustle and start building a sovereign, freedom-based career. This is 15+ years of contemporary art world experience distilled into one repeatable system for financial growth.
Course breakdown:
No. 01
Positioning & Inventory
Audit your life's work. We move your studio from a "stack of work" to a professional archive with a logical pricing structure that builds long-term market trust.
No. 02
Presentation & Authority
The visual handshake. We refine your website, bio, and artist statement to speak the language of high-level curators and serious collectors.
No. 03
Your Art & Offer Suite
We design your income streams—from original art and commissions to evergreen products—so your bank account finally matches your talent.
No. 04
Marketing & Outreach
The visibility matrix. We master your newsletter and PR strategy to build genuine excitement around your work without the social media burnout.
No. 05
Soulful & Consistent Sales
The sales system. Map out your targets and use a stress-free framework to manage inquiries and close sales with total confidence.
No. 06
Partnerships & Collaborations
The professional peer. Learn how to work with galleries, media, and podcasts as a partner rather than a subordinate.
No. 07
Delivery & Elevating
The collector experience. We dial in your delivery and after-care to turn one-time buyers into lifelong patrons of your work.
How does this sound?
THE RESULTS YOU'RE GOING to GET
You’ll move from "hoping to be noticed" to a professional positioning that attracts collectors and gallery partners.
You’ll have a clear, logical pricing structure that makes it easy for your dream patrons to say yes to your work.
You’ll build an audience you actually own, freeing you from the algorithm so you can focus on the art.
You’ll have a diversified revenue model—from originals to client work—that ensures you get paid for all your talent.
You’ll install a repeatable system to handle sales, giving you the time to spend in your studio and to live your life.
HOW it WORKS
COMMIT TO THE PROCESS
Secure your spot to join the next cohort. You will get immediate access to the curriculum and our upcoming schedule of live sessions.
ATTEND THE LIVE CALLS or catch the replays
Join me for real-time strategy as we walk through the framework together. We will refine your positioning and stress-test your systems in person.
BUILD YOUR CAREER
Implement the 7-module architecture to audit your inventory and attract high-level collectors, moving your business and career to the next level.
“I literally doubled my income!”
"The course has helped me to embrace my existing passion for community-based collaborative creative projects on a deeper level. This profound mindset shift means I literally doubled my income over the past 2 years since I enrolled in The Artist Navigation Course. It's a great gathering of information, insights, tools, and perspectives. I couldn't recommend the course any higher!"
— Carolyn King
by the end of this course, you will...
Attract loyal collectors and supportive gallery partners who value your vision and your work.
Articulate your practice and positioning to curators and patrons with total professional confidence.
Sell your art consistently while raising your prices sustainably using a logical framework that protects your market value.
Follow a clear roadmap for moving your studio practice into a sovereign and sustainable business.
Build an audience you actually own and stop chasing the algorithm so you can focus on the art.
Create a diversified revenue model that ensures your bank account finally reflects your talent.
MEET Your
INSTRUCTOR
I am an artist, author, and the founder of Create! Magazine. For over 15 years, I have navigated the contemporary art world from the inside out, seeing the industry from both sides as an artist and a curator.
It hasn’t always been this way. I spent years in the "hope and pray" cycle, waiting for a gallery to find me while struggling to navigate the feast or famine nature of a creative career. When I realized that worrying about external validation wouldn’t pay the bills, I began treating my practice as a professional career. I focused on building repeatable systems for sales and diversifying my income to create true stability.
Since then, I have co-written two books, spoken at universities like NYU, Kean, and MSU, and mentored hundreds of artists through my programs. I am here to share the customizable roadmap I used to move past the hustle and build a practice that offers both creative freedom and financial growth.
BEHIND
the COURSE
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i can help because i've been there
This is the missing piece from our education.
For years, I asked the same question I still hear from artists every single day: how can I actually support myself while doing this work?
In college, we were taught the nuances of theory, criticism, and art history, but the reality of building a professional career was often treated like a shameful secret.
But now, I know how to help...
This program is the only one of its kind because...
IT REWRITES THE ARTIST NARRATIVE.
You can be deeply respected in the contemporary art world, partner with galleries, and participate in major fairs without sacrificing your financial wellbeing. For years, a persistent taboo has kept us from talking about money, forcing artists to choose between their creative integrity and their quality of life. This program rejects that outdated binary. It is for the thoughtful artist who wants to be taken seriously in the studio without perpetuating the starving artist myth.
I personally didn't see myself in the MFA track or academia, and I wasn't an overnight celebrity. I needed a path that allowed for both professional authority and a career that actually paid the bills. This is about owning every part of your talent and creating a system that supports you both in the studio and in the world. We are replacing the struggle with a sovereign, sustainable model that honors your vision and your future.
The Next Cultural Shift
When I graduated, social media was nonexistent and digital portfolios were treated like a joke by the establishment. Fast forward to today, and industry giants like Art Basel cannot function without their online presence. The world always eventually catches up to the rebels who refuse to wait for permission.
Financial wellbeing for artists is the final taboo to fall. It is a matter of time before we collectively claim that we deserve to be paid for our work, our expertise, and our skills. Claiming your financial power is the ultimate act of creative leadership. We are building a future where the studio is a place of abundance, not a place of sacrifice.
100%
money back guarantee
Get your money back if it didn’t serve you.
A 15 Day Integrity Guarantee
I want this to be the most confident decision you make for your career this year. If you join the cohort, engage with the first live sessions, and decide the framework is not the right bridge for your practice, simply reach out to us. We offer a full refund within the first 15 days of the course because I only want you in this program if it feels like the definitive path forward for your success. My goal is your growth, and that begins with a foundation of total trust.
Defining Your Future as a Sovereign Artist
✓ Elevate your presentation to attract high level collectors and gallery partners.
✓ Sell your work with total confidence, whether independently or with partners.
✓ Create aligned income streams that integrate your unique gifts beyond the studio.
✓ Establish a sustainable financial rhythm through professional goal setting.
✓ Reclaim your creative energy by installing a logical business architecture.
✓ Command your own market and step into your full professional authority.
This is for you if:
You are ready for ownership of your career and business.
You value strategy and intention over waiting for luck.
You are ready to implement.
It's probably not for you if...
Seeking a shortcut or quick fix.
Waiting for external validation alone.
Are expecting 1:1 mentorship.
FAQ
(Frequently Asked Q's)
what is the time commitment for the live sessions?
The program is designed for the modern artist. We host weekly live strategy calls to ensure you are implementing the frameworks in real time. If you cannot join us live, every session is recorded and added to your private portal for lifetime access.
Do I need an MFA or gallery representation to benefit?
No. This curriculum is for the artist who wants to bypass the traditional cycle of waiting for permission. We focus on building your own sovereign market. It is suitable for anyone ready to professionalize their practice, regardless of their current accolades or formal education.
What can I realistically expect to achieve?
You will walk away with a clear financial architecture and a repeatable sales system. This is not a magic shortcut or a promise of overnight fame. It is a professional foundation for artists who are ready to do the work and treat their practice with the respect it deserves.
