Meet Jamie Boling | Artist & Creative Consultant

We had the good fortune of connecting with Jamie Boling and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Jamie, what’s your definition for success?
In my opinion success is about a certain quality of life….it is about doing things on your own terms. I view success as spending my time doing what I want, when I want, with the people I want to share time with. It’s a pursuit that translates in both the professional and personal aspects of my life. Professionally it is about taking on the kinds of projects that are meaningful and challenging to me and working with others who bring a positive energy to what they do. In my personal life it is about surrounding myself with people I admire and investing everything I have into being mindfully present in the moment.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others? Please tell us more about your business.

In essence, I create custom visual solutions for clients. I am primarily a painter but my work is not limited to that. I have a background in sculpture and have pursued parallel careers as a master carpenter and a professor of art. Inevitably all of those skill sets converged and I found my niche working with architects, interior designers, and private clients. Every space presents unique possibilities and every client has a unique story to tell…that’s where I come in. I find a way to give spaces a soul, to create a vibe, and to tell visual stories for the clients I serve.

We’d love to hear what sets you apart from others, what you are most proud of or excited about.

What sets me apart as an artist and designer is that I generally don’t subscribe to any specific style or approach when working with clients. Most artists land on a specific methodology somewhere on the spectrum of abstraction to realism and stick with it…it becomes part of their signature. It’s not a bad thing but it often limits the possibilities when imagining what could or should live in a specific space.

The collaborative aspect of working with clients is something that really energizes me. It provides a framework to dream outside of the default interests we settle into when we work alone. Ideas get introduced, workshopped, and refined in a way that is a reflection of the specific chemistry between me and the client. When I take on a new project it inevitably leads me to new places from a visual and technical aspect. That part always keeps things fun and exciting.

There is a great deal of satisfaction that comes from making work that elevates a person’s experience with a space. I do a lot of projects for public spaces and knowing that my work is an active part of people’s lives means a great deal to me; I regard it as both a responsibility and a privilege.

How did you get to where you are today business-wise? Was it easy? If not, how did you overcome the challenges? What are the lessons you’ve learned along the way?

Every working artist realizes at some point that they are on an entrepreneurial pursuit. When making work turns into selling work, one has to come to terms with how to find success doing that. For me it really comes down to curiosity, persistence, and knowing the value of the work I do. I have consistently and purposefully sought opportunities throughout my career where I knew that I was going to be challenged and that I was going to learn something new. Over time those skills and lessons have added up and I’ve found myself armed with the experience and expertise to possess confidence and clarity in purpose. The biggest lessons have always been the same….be dependable, listen more than you speak, and keep moving forward.

What do you want the world to know about you or your brand and story?

My story and brand are defined by curiosity and fueled by discovery. My unrelenting mission is to elevate experiences, spaces, and brands through the work I make by creating inspired environments that introduce key moments of beauty, insight, and wonder. Every project leaves an artifact of that pursuit.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
One of the things that makes our area so great is the sunshine and great weather. I wouldn’t consider myself a homebody, but enjoying a few days soaking up the sun at home, being in and out of the pool, cooking, making drinks, and playing games are always go-to activities that I love and visitors really enjoy. Venturing out is always fun too and the possibilities are endless. First stop would be to stock up for poolside refreshments at Trevors. There are so many great restaurants but some of my favorites are: Casa Mia (Scottsdale), Belly (Phoenix), and Flint (Phoenix). The Mick in Scottsdale is a go-to on Thursday nights and Sunday afternoons. They have a great patio, live music, and fantastic food. Volanti at the Scottsdale airport is a cool place to get lunch or dinner while watching private jets take off and land. It’s a good pitstop to hit before or after visiting the Musical Instrument Museum. The Greenwood Brewery (Phoenix) is a great place to hit after a visit to the Phoenix art Museum or the Japanese Friendship garden.

Happy hours are plentiful. Some of my favorite spots are at the bar at the Sanctuary in Paradise Valley, early evening on the outdoor lawn at the Adero, and checking out the great art gallery at Mountain Shadows followed by a drink at the hotel bar.

Brunch is always a must and my favorite is Lon’s at the Hermosa in Paradise Valley.

For outdoor activities I’m a big fan of hiking the trails at Adero Canyon as well as any chance to take a bike ride. We have endless cycling options too and I’m always up to take visitors on a ride. It’s a great way to see a lot and to get exercise while doing it. You gotta burn off all that food and drink somehow!

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I could never do what I do or be where I am professionally and personally without the love, support, and encouragement of my wife Jil, family, friends, and clients. They are the ones who I learn from and am inspired by.

Website: www.jamieboling.com