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Pursuing Art after graduating
Insights to try and figure out if pursuing an artistic career is the best route for you as well as advice on how to continue.
Different jobs can have different advantages, so it’s good to think about the different ways a career could benefit you. The key is to find a balance (pay rate vs networking) that allows you to be financially independent while continuing to incorporate art into your life.
Whether or not you take a job in a different field or make art your main priority, there are plenty of ways to make money off of your art. Here are just a few ideas:
Participate in art shows and/or art festivals (Look at sites like CaFE or EntryThingy)
Become acquainted with other local artists and galleries
Build up your social media presence – especially Instagram and Pinterest
Create a website with a webstore or an Etsy page (for advice on creating a website, check out our blog post)
Visual art options
Once artists have the skills and are ready for work, not everyone knows how to apply those skills. This is a helpful tour of 15 career options in the visual arts industry.
Composer or craftsman?
Do you have the spirit and personality to be an entrepreneur? Draftsmen Podcast discusses some of the different career paths that artists can follow and which path might match you best.