This week on the Artist Academy Podcast, I get to revisit with muralist Hibaaq Ibrahim, who first joined me years ago when she was just starting out. Back then, she had only recently quit her day job—today, she’s a full-time commercial artist in Minnesota with projects starting at $10k and a schedule that keeps her booked year-round. 

In this episode, Hibaaq shares how her mindset, goal-setting, and smart investments in courses and mentorship helped her grow quickly. She talks about the habits that keep her consistent, why she only takes on projects that align with her values, and how working with an art consultant has freed her up to focus on creating. 

This conversation is full of practical advice for artists who want to raise their rates, attract better clients, and build a career they actually love.