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Handling Discounts Professionally as an Artist
Requests for discounts are common in the creative industries, but they can be fraught with emotional and professional challenges. Artists...
At What Point Can You Call Yourself an Artist? Philosophies, Histories, and the Weight of a Title
The term “artist” is deeply charged, carrying centuries of cultural weight, social expectations, and philosophical contention. It is a...
What is an Artist, Maker, or Creative? Understanding the Origins and Definitions of Creative Identities
In the modern lexicon, terms like “artist,” “maker,” and “creative” are often used interchangeably to describe those engaged in the act...
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The Class System Within the Arts: How Late-Stage Capitalism and Hustle Culture Deepen Inequities
The art world has long been romanticized as a meritocracy, where talent and creativity transcend barriers to determine success. This...
Dec 316 min read
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The Starving Artist Myth: How Romanticism Shaped Modern Expectations of Artists
The trope of the “starving artist” has cast a long shadow over the arts world, shaping not only how society views artists but also how...
Dec 31, 20244 min read
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Scarcity Mindset in the Arts: Psychological, Sociological, and Cultural Impacts
Supporting scarcity mindset in the arts
Dec 31, 20246 min read
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Perfectionism in the Arts: A Barrier to Creativity and Growth
How artists can navigate perfectionism in the arts
Dec 31, 20246 min read
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