So we’re at that point. We need more things for this production (that has seemed to grow and grow-in a good way, but you know…) than we have the money for. Lots more things. I once wrote a post about how artists should support other artists creatively, emotionally and even financially when they can. I put (a little) money where my mouth is, and gave to a couple of shows that I thought were worthy. It wasn’t that much, but it was something, and I felt good about giving a … [ read more » ]
Any artist will tell you that to make art (of any kind) is painful. To create takes a toll. It can negatively affect our emotional well being, our relationships with our partners, family, and friends, and it can destabilize our finances. So why does one bother? Of course the specific answer is different for everyone, but there is one general answer that every true artist will tell you: We don’t have a choice. Just as feeling compelled to create can have all those negative effects mentioned above on a … [ read more » ]
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