Simon Bull: Going Viral on Insta

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Simon Bull has experienced many versions of himself over a long, successful career as a painter. In this wide ranging conversation with Josie, Simon discusses his journey in the art world and the impact of social media on his work. He shares how he has embraced the performance aspect of painting and the power of viral videos in reaching a global audience. Simon also discusses the intersection of his business and social media, highlighting the importance of social proof in the digital age. He talks about his willingness to adapt and change--even at over 60 years old-- in the ever-evolving world of social media and shares his approach to create engaging content.

Takeaways

Embrace the performance aspect of painting to engage and captivate your audience.
Don't be afraid of controversy and negative comments on social media; they can generate engagement and connection with your true fans.
Use social media as a platform to showcase your work and build social proof, which is essential in the digital age.
Simplify your filming process and focus on creating engaging content rather than high production value.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
06:23 The Journey of Becoming an Artist
12:59 The Power of Viral Videos
15:57 The Performance Aspect of Painting
20:12 Embracing the Hate and Controversy
26:53 The Impact of Filming on Art
30:16 The Role of Social Media Platforms
32:15 Simplifying the Filming Process
39:25 The Intersection of Business and Social Media
42:56 Connecting with a Global Audience
44:28 Conclusion and Where to Find Simon Bull

Find Simon:
  / simonbullart  
https://simonbullart.com/

Find Josie:
  / the_josie_show  
  / josielewisart  
https://www.josielewis.com