Many creatives feel ambivalent about promoting their own work. Some prefer to let others do it - or avoid it altogether. But advocating for your work is where it all begins, even when gathering others to advocate alongside you. To be able to advocate your need to get your narratives clear as crystal.

There are many reasons for this resistance:

• Imposter syndrome - believing you’re not truly good at what you do
• Fear of judgment - not wanting to be seen as selfish, greedy, or self-centered
• Fear of visibility - because stepping into the light makes you vulnerable to others’ opinions

When you step into the spotlight, your peers, community, and the world start forming opinions about you. For some, being seen clearly - both you and your work - can feel terrifying, blocking you from sharing your ideas and projects.

As Marianne Williamson famously said:

“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, 'Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?' Actually, who are you not to be?" 

Marianne Williamson

When you overcome these fears, you can promote your work unapologetically and with integrity. SHINE YOUR WORK 2026 gives you the tools to handle the heightened focus that comes with visibility.

A Holistic Approach

This program helps you:

• Communicate your purpose and value with clarity - so people feels and get why it matters
• Navigate the psychological shadows that arise when you step up - be who you are
• Handle the social dynamics of standing out - because people respond differently to those who shine

Instant Access & Support

The moment you sign up, you get instant access to all course materials via the app. Stepping into the arena of attention and visibility can trigger many feelings and patterns. With SHINE YOUR WORK 2026, you’ll:

• Prepare your mindset - so you stay on track and seize the creative opportunities that come your way
• Fine-tune your communication tools - so you’re ready in the moments you share your work
• Keep your stories clear and compelling - because it’s not just our spaces we need to tidy, but our stories too
• Boost your awareness - so you recognize what’s driving you and stop self-sabotage before it holds you back

In this guided version of SHINE YOUR WORK you get:

• Instant personal access to all 21 days exercises on the app SHINE YOUR WORK - with audio and worksheets (used by creatives in more than 16 countries since 2021 - albeit this is a revised updated version)

• three live online group sessions

  • Wednesday 7 October at 3.30pm CEST - 5.00pm CEST

  • Wednesday 14 October at 3.30pm CEST - 5.00pm CEST

  • Wednesday 21 October at 3.30pm CEST - 5.00pm CEST

• 30 minutes 1:1 coaching with Karen Toftegaard on a chosen question/topic during the period 1 - 30 October 2026.

Please note that the sessions are facilitated in zoom, where you can turn on caption for your own language -see here which ones are supported.

Why This Matters

Becoming visible can feel overwhelming. But raising your awareness—and discovering which promotion strategies work for you—helps you navigate the process with confidence. Our goal is to make you feel supported, empowered, and less alone.

Any questions?

Please do not hesitate to contact us at hello@wildtopia.dk.

Ready to shine?

Sign up now and step into your spotlight

People say about the course SHINE YOUR WORK:

"...as balm for the soul."

"...really inspiring, especially the psychological aspects."

"...so helpful - exactly what I needed"

Participants August 2026 at Festival EdFringe edition

The workshop reaffirmed the vision I have for my art, it helped me sharpen it, and gave me confidence and extra push for shining it.”

Jernej Bizjak, Slovenian dancer/performance artist

“This workshop offers invaluable insight to any artist who wants to gain a clearer perspective not only on how to communicate about their work better, but also about the work itself. Guiding you with daily tasks( from simple to more complex ones), Karen shifts you towards a proactive mindset and gives you tools to re-evaluate your practice, acknowledge your strengths and develop a strategy to communicate with integrity. I could not recommend this workshop enough!”

Ana Turos, Romanian actress

“Thank you for this workshop. It is essential.”

Laura – Finnish Artist

The workshop made me feel that I am not alone, but most amazing, I find out that some of the things I thought were typical of the precariousness of living in Spain and working in culture were also shared in the rest of the countries. It helped me know more about my real potential and be in peace with it.

Victor – Spanish producer

I think the workshop helped me to listen better to myself and see my work more clear. It made me proud of what I do.

Karin – Swedish Artist

The workshop helped me put attention on my practice and a commitment to thinking about it – insisting on the value of this commitment.

Anika – Danish artist

This course was comprehensive and helped me focus more on audience & better communication of artistic deas.

Natalie – Italian/English producer