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Step Three: Narrow Your Interests in Art
Valerie Atkisson/ArtBistro
Having researched the possibilities in the arts, think of which areas interest you most. Research how much money the professions usually pay (this can be difficult for fine artists- more interviewing may be necessary).
Median Annual Salary
The US Government give: $29,000 as the Median Annual Salary for Artists.
About 63 percent of artists and related workers are self-employed.
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Keen competition is expected for both salaried jobs and freelance work; the number of qualified workers exceeds the number of available openings because the arts attract many talented people with creative ability.
Artists usually develop their skills through a bachelor’s degree program or other postsecondary training in art or design.
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11 months ago
To be honest, my interest in and love of art has little to do with money. But I stringly believe that when we do what we love and we are true to ourselves, then it does pay off.
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about 1 year ago
Real artist never give up on themselves and will always be one ,with or without a degree.If there is a will there is a way to be an artist. I can learn from myself,from teachers, and go to the library to pick up a book to learn anything.Creative people need creativity. I invent my creative indepedance for the sake of having hopes and dreams .
Evpac
about 1 year ago
56 comments
Constantly building on the imaginative world is how I determine if I will get paid for my works.
mutley74jv
about 1 year ago
5938 comments
GREAT JOB
voltagirl
about 1 year ago
20 comments
I love to create , always thinking and running the engine of my imagination!