Get to know the people who collect your work, and keep in touch with them. Don't rely on anyone else to help you with it. Learn as much as you can about marketing yourself and your work as soon as possible. There are no lightbulb or grand inspiration moments (ok maybe once in awhile, but hardly ever) it's about chipping away each day. Middle fingers are useful when gallerists, teachers, critics, or other artists are being unnecessarily awful. People can (and will) be cruel or unconstructive towards you and your work. There will be many tears and not much appreciation (at first). It takes a lifetime to develop your craft and anyone who tells you otherwise is just lying. Untitled Study (Fahan), Julia Ibbini, Hand and Lasercut Paper over Ink on Mylar It's a marathon, not a sprint Here is what they would tell their younger selves: These artists address issues that all emerging artists face at some point in their career.įrom finding your confidence, discipline, and voice, to understanding entrepreneurship, money issues, and business tips, and dealing with success, rejection, and bruised egos, these artists have been through it all and are here to share what they learned along the way. Some of their advice is very practical ( keep good records!) and some is broad, sweeping and existential, but all of it can be applied to make your journey as an artist a little smoother and a little happier. Photo courtesy of Jessica Watts Art We asked 14 accomplished artists: "What do you wish you would have known at the start of your art career?"
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