Ep. 50: The Unfiltered Life of an Artist Mom w/ Elysia King

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August 25, 2025

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Episode 50 of The Composed Artist Podcast

In Episode 50 of The Composed Artist, host Stephanie Gaffney interviews Elysia King, a live wedding painter, muralist, and homeschooling mom. This candid conversation dives deep into the unfiltered realities of balancing a thriving creative career with the demands of motherhood and entrepreneurship. 

Elysia shares her unique journey, from her background as a nurse to building a full-time art business out of necessity, revealing the personal sacrifices and unexpected joys along the way. It’s an inspiring discussion for any artist, parent, or creative looking to integrate their various “callings” into a more composed and impactful life.

Podcast Guest: Elysia King

Website: https://www.elysiaking.art/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/by.elysia.king/ 

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Instagram for Cloud Studio Agency: https://www.instagram.com/cloudstudioagency/ 

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Ep. 50: The Unfiltered Life of an Artist Mom w/ Elysia King

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