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The Starving Artist Myth: Where It Came From and Why It Persists
Art Careers
·7 min read

The Starving Artist Myth: Where It Came From and Why It Persists

The idea that real artists must suffer financially is deeply embedded in our culture, but its history is recent, specific, and largely invented. This guide traces the myth's origins, examines the harm it does, and looks at what sustainable artistic careers actually look like.

How Artists Price Their Work: The Logic Behind the Numbers
Art Careers
·8 min read

How Artists Price Their Work: The Logic Behind the Numbers

Pricing original art is one of the hardest practical challenges working artists face. This guide explains the main pricing models, what factors drive price increases over a career, and how to set prices that are fair, consistent, and commercially viable.