# Embracing Creativity, Community, and Entrepreneurial Spirit with Ekaterina Popova

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Podcast: [The MFA Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-mfa-podcast-1241271)
Published: 2026-05-13T15:10:00+00:00
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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Ekaterina Popova, creator of Create Magazine and leader of the Create Collective community. Kat shares her journey from growing up in Russia, overcoming challenges, to building a thriving artistic and entrepreneurial career, emphasizing the power of community and mindset in success. Join the Create Collective: https://www.createmagazine.co/collective Key Topics Covered: Kat's origin story: moving from Russia to the US and her early artistic influences The evolution of her art career and founding of Create Magazine in 2013 Lessons learned from partnerships and rebranding over the years Building a supportive community for artists at all stages Strategies for connecting with big names and seizing opportunities How to navigate gallery relationships and develop multiple income streams Breaking free from the scarcity mindset rooted in Soviet mentality Manifestation, divine intervention, and trusting the process The importance of removing limiting beliefs and embracing abundance Practical tips on art supplies affordability, and best pigments The role of community in creating opportunities and collaboration Advice for artists eager to grow their careers and cultivate consistent work Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Ekaterina Popova and her creative journey 02:15 - The transition from art student to community builder 05:05 - Creating the Creative Business Handbook & collaborative wisdom 09:15 - The story behind launching Create Magazine and rebranding 13:50 - Building authentic relationships with industry leaders 16:45 - How to approach and collaborate with big names in art 20:10 - Navigating gallery relationships and developing multiple income streams 25:00 - Overcoming scarcity mentality from Soviet upbringing 27:30 - Manifestatio…

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