@lumen8039
I’m a mid career artist and just hired a studio manager to help me get to the next level. Living in a major art city and having some great wins have signaled to me that it is the time to strike while the iron is hot. I appreciate your tips which were great reminders for me. I did many of these things in a smaller city and saw success but then outgrew the art market there. I will definitely check out the book you recommended also
@achichilha
As a retired professional artist, I've come to a realization that's both unsettling and thought-provoking. It concerns the consequences of obsessively fixating on a singular pursuit, such as art. What happens to the richness of life, the wealth of knowledge, and the diversity of perspectives when one becomes ensnared by this monomaniacal devotion? I once succumbed to this affliction for years. With gratitude, I now find myself distanced from this singular pursuit. This vantage point reveals the art world's smallness in the grand scheme of life. It's a minuscule bubble with limited relevance to those outside its confines.
@acceptingWhatIS
I have painted daily for 28 years - I decided to earn outside of art so the paintings do not have to earn. I made myself a part time biz that takes up 3 hours 4 days a week and takes me outside and prepares me for painting. I painting from noon to mid night seven days a week. Humble life to paint for life - it is the b e st !
@startrekker188
No well being = no art No art = no well being You can't have one w/o the other. Take care of yourself so your art can take care of you ✌️🔥
@faceinthecrowd5810
Success is enduring. As a young man at 67 that has followed my artist”s path for the last 5 decades I tend to learn the most from those who have vision that comes with time and experiences. Getting closer to having anything of value to say, I find that listening and doing are more impactful than my words. I was once a young vibrant artist chasing success, I have endured long enough to see success as being able to live another day, to create another day, to see the world through my soul. Mission accomplished……I have arrived!
@osinalera5802
I’m from Ukraine and full time art makes me happier as my life was before war. For artist reflection of reality sometimes more real.
@LukeDorny
“Who you know is the key. Accept this fact. Or move on.” Hmm. I’ll just keep making art.
@Freefolkcreate
Don't give up. Keep working because you'll only get better and learn more. That's true success.
@Jenn_C_Chernak_art
Your video is thought provoking. In my practice, I don't subscribe to absolutes -- rather I lean into continuing revelation.
@DanielLopes-kv4sp
Thank you for the 10 reminders. Art rules are ment to be broken: Knowing when, where and how is rule #11. The importance of these rules demands attention. Yet as artist we must do, what we we must do- even if it means ruin.
@psrosemary
No matter how hard you focus and work on your art, if you are a loner and/or mentally ill, you can forget success, because schmoozing is not possible for you. If you decide to keep making art anyway, you must practice non-attachment in regards to finished pieces.
@neilerickson3158
Very cogent with depth and sincerity perhaps severe. As for “it’s who you know that brings big success “ I will add that it is “who knows you ?”
@Yours_sincerely_thedreamer
How can you be someone who reflects on the world, who expresses themselves if you dont take the time to see the world, to feel, to get to know yourself? What is art? It’s not just perfecting a technique. It’s not marketing or getting to know people in the field. To become a great artist, you must make art that is true to you. And to be able to know what is trie to you you have to give yourself time to heal, to reflect, to be good to yourself. And you will find the ideas forming. I bet these tips come from men. Who can put art as their only priority. Most women we carry so much else on our shoulders. Children. Commitment to friends. Family. Pain. We cannot just be artists. But thats what makes our art true.
@AndyTomaselli
my brother is an artist and I have heard him answer the same questions over the years from well meaning art students after he gives a talk at a museum or university. Someone always asks how do you make it as an artist. His stock reply is to try another profession if your goal is to “make it”. Make art that you want to make, do the opposite of whatever the current zeitgeist is. Be willing to live like a poor student the rest of your life and learn how to talk a good game by studying art history and meet and show with all the artists in your town or geographical area. It also helps that he was born an artist
@kimkimson627
"everything for art" is super hard, you need to find the life style that fits, the right partner in life and all. I think I failed on this point already- my partner is more important than my art, my future children and family is more important than art. This is how hard it is to be an artist! it's not just about painting, it's an life style.
@stoneagesara3340
I feel this is developed from a narrow definition of success.
@mallorylowempoka
I am a succesful fine artist showing internationally and in museum and I can say that they are a couple advice that doesnt seem sustainable at all. “Always make your art your first priority” and “invest in your art and not your well-being or comfort” seem like toxic ways to go about it all. You need balance, always!
@raphaelmuchombaart
I've barely painted in months, I have a total of 5 paintings that I consider masterful, I have sold two. I have realized I have to paint all the time now, wish I could start a side business to support my work. Anyway, back to the studio.
@lucyblack0777
Hello and thank you for this more than motivating video. A small downside however on the fact of not being alone, I find that it is difficult to make motivating friendships with art, because there is the competitive aspect or just not the same ambition or vision of the work. I find that presenting yourself alone is often more effective because you are not afraid of taking the other person's place or vice versa. Also, when I visit galleries, I am never greeted by anyone... I ring the bell, the door opens automatically, but no one. It is therefore difficult to discuss. The openings are also for people who know each other...it's very delicate to be outside the circuit and to integrate into such a closed environment. So what remains is Bukowski's rebellious "don't try" attitude that has been repressed all his life, and building an Instagram network.... Thank you in any case and all the best to you.
@chasingwatersart