“I don't think there is room for 'artistic temperament.' Professional artists understand art is a business. If businesses ran their companies like many artists do their careers, they would not stay open a year.” IfsThinkingYearsArtArtistRoomsBusinessCompanyCareersArt IsArtisticRanTemperamentArtistic Temperament Author:Jack White
“Art is one of the few products that is almost a totally emotional buy. It is a mystery what contributes to a person's personal taste. However, being educated about the artist and his/her career may influence your decision regarding a purchase.” MayPersonsArtArtistDecisionCareersMysteryInfluenceEmotionalProductsTasteArt IsEducatedPersonal Taste Author:Ernest West Basden
“I don't think it's about art being a career but it's about making sure that if art is something that you love, something that brings you joy, it's about you having a duty to find time in your life for that thing that brings you joy...even if it can only be a small amount.” IfsThinkingArtJoyCareersDutyAmountArt IsSmall Amounts Author:Sarah Kay
“I don't think life owes me anything and the business doesn't owe me anything. The only way to approach it is by working hard and loving what you do. If you do that and have faith, maybe you will get lucky. I mean that sincerely and specifically. I truly believe that no professional career in the arts is capable without a healthy dose of luck.” IfsThinkingWayBelieveMeanArtHardCareersHealthyLuckyApproachCapableArt IsLuckHave FaithSincerelyDoseProfessional CareerLoving What You Do Author:Bryan Cranston