How can I start doing Instagram Live broadcasts if I'm nervous about them?

Treat live broadcasting as a skill that improves with practice, just like you did with regular video posting. Start simple: set up your camera on a tripod in your studio and just paint while talking for an hour, as if visitors were there watching you work in person. You don’t need special preparation or editing—just turn on the camera and talk about your painting process. Since you’re already comfortable painting in public and carrying conversations while you work, translate that same energy to a live broadcast. Mention what you’re working on, like upcoming classes or courses you’re considering, and ask viewers to comment if they’re interested. The skill of thinking on your feet and eliminating dead space during lives will serve you massively as you grow your business.

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Asked by a successful artist hesitant about live broadcasting · Answered by Patrick Shanahan · art-marketing-podcast · 2024-08-23