I used to believe creativity wasn’t enough. I thought:
“I’m not an expert… I don’t have a brand… I can’t charge money.”
Sound familiar?
Launching That First Pop‑Up Class
One night I decided to just try. No perfect studio. No email list. I hosted a pop-up paint class in a local coffee spot with friends and strangers who showed up because they wanted something fun. It was messy. It was simple. But it worked.

What Made It Work
Price accessibly – low enough to feel low-risk, high enough to validate your time.
Focus on joy – painting pets, storytelling, connection.
Keep it simple – a kit, step‑by‑step, lots of encouragement.
The energy in the room was electric. People came curious, left empowered—and paid for the privilege. That first class paid itself and lit a fire.
The Shift That Followed
I realized real creators don’t wait for permission—they make something work with what they have.
Your Next Move
If you’ve ever doubted yourself, and if that doubt sounds something like “What if I don’t know enough?”
Here’s your sign: You do.
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