Art takes a hit - Advice for artists
The San Francisco Chronicle ran an article last weekend "Even art takes a hit in economic downturn" by Julian Guthrie. "There are bubbles in all kinds of business. The art business is not immune. But it will recover. Sometimes you learn through suffering... Gallery owners are cutting costs, losing sleep and bracing for tougher times ahead. And, they're worrying about their artists..."
What is an artist to do in times like this? The article suggests:
- Have a business to fall back on
- Learn to barter by trading your art for services you need
- You can barter with doctors, dentists, restaurants, lawyers
His advice is to go into a restaurant with your portfolio and try to barter for food?? Geez louise! At least his first suggestion is on the mark.
Posted by: Daniel Sroka | November 18, 2008 at 11:20 AM
Oh well, I guess I shouldn't quit my day-job just yet. A few years ago I was thinking that my photography "hobby" would be what I fell back on someday. I guess that plan might have to wait.
Posted by: Matt | November 19, 2008 at 08:37 AM