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Join our next BoldBrush LIVE! Webinar by signing up here: register.boldbrush.com/live-guest Order your exclusive da Vinci BoldBrush paintbrush set! brushoffer.com/collections/all Learn the magic of marketing with us here at BoldBrush! boldbrushshow.com Get over 50% off your first year on your artist website with FASO: FASO.com/podcast --- In this episode, we created a compilation of our past guests sharing their personal journeys of building sustainable careers in the art world, emphasizing the importance of starting small and being adaptable. They discuss various strategies for supplementing income, including teaching workshops, taking commissions, leveraging social media, and participating in juried competitions. Our guests candidly explore the financial challenges of being a full-time artist, advising newcomers to have a safety net, save money, and be prepared for fluctuating income. Many recommend starting with small projects like pet portraits, entering local shows, and gradually expanding one's network and opportunities. Personal stories highlight the significance of finding one's unique artistic voice and being willing to pivot when necessary. The overarching message is one of resilience, creativity, and the importance of persistence in pursuing an artistic career. Episodes mentioned: 40 Susan Lyon 61 Nanci France-Vaz 65 Tony Pro 69 Scott Burdick 77 Aaron Westerberg 78 Vicki Sullivan 88 Nick Eisele 92 Blair Atherholt 96 Brienne Brown 104 Thomas Schaller 128 Sarah Yeoman