The idea to represent artists as a talent manager came to me one day while I was on my stationary bike. I was looking for a way to help other artists find the success I’ve found in my garden design/build business. For years I built this business into what it is today, and it is now practically running on auto-pilot. So while I was trying to find a way to “give back”, I was looking for a new challenge, also. I found it in talent management.
As an artist myself, I am extremely passionate about my garden design work, and anything I do in my life. It is a prerequisite that any artist that I represent have that same passion and drive. In addition, I want to see that each artist has a deep knowledge of their art, and I want to see, burning in their eyes, the passion to want to share their art. I want to see commitment to their art and a deep desire to succeed. And the bottom line for me is this: I love art, all kinds of art, and I am passionate about it. I want the talent I represent to feel the same way.
My extensive connections and great friends on both the east and west coasts allow me to travel easily and work both coasts. My three main points of contact are Washington, DC; Miami, Florida; and San Diego, California.
Professionally, in addition to my garden design work, I have written for local and national newspapers, magazines, the internet and books. I had a radio show for a year. I’ve done an episode of ‘Curb Appeal’ for HGTV, and I’ve been a guest on several local TV shows. My gardens, including my own, are regularly on tour. I serve on several boards related to my industry and education. All of these contacts help me to propel the careers of my talent clients.
How do I go about managing my talent clients? Well, just like I design a garden: from concept to reality. It’s about process and all the pieces needed to achieve my clients’ goals.
As an artist myself, I am extremely passionate about my garden design work, and anything I do in my life. It is a prerequisite that any artist that I represent have that same passion and drive. In addition, I want to see that each artist has a deep knowledge of their art, and I want to see, burning in their eyes, the passion to want to share their art. I want to see commitment to their art and a deep desire to succeed. And the bottom line for me is this: I love art, all kinds of art, and I am passionate about it. I want the talent I represent to feel the same way.
My extensive connections and great friends on both the east and west coasts allow me to travel easily and work both coasts. My three main points of contact are Washington, DC; Miami, Florida; and San Diego, California.
Professionally, in addition to my garden design work, I have written for local and national newspapers, magazines, the internet and books. I had a radio show for a year. I’ve done an episode of ‘Curb Appeal’ for HGTV, and I’ve been a guest on several local TV shows. My gardens, including my own, are regularly on tour. I serve on several boards related to my industry and education. All of these contacts help me to propel the careers of my talent clients.
How do I go about managing my talent clients? Well, just like I design a garden: from concept to reality. It’s about process and all the pieces needed to achieve my clients’ goals.
