It’d be naïve to think that being an artist is an easy career. The demanding workload, the struggle to make a name for yourself and always running out supplies, it can be a bloody nightmare.
At Now Then we’ve had some wonderful artists grace our front covers with their work over the years, and seeing as they’ve been there and done it we asked them the simple question, what advice would you give to other artists?
Here are some of the best responses we’ve received and now and again we’ll go through the catalogue, entertaining, inspiring and hopefully passing on words of true wisdom. Enjoy.
Now Then Issue 45: Chris Godley, December 2011
“I was told to always do what I think is right, and I interpreted that as doing the most logical thing, but I’ve since realised that it means to trust instinct, so that’s how I’m editing it. Trust instinct – especially if it goes against advice. That last part was mine.”
Now Then Issue 47: Andrew Hunt, February 2012
“Work harder you lazy bastard!”
Now Then Issue 50: Pete McKee, May 2012
“Don’t sign contracts without getting a lawyer to read them first – EVER!”
Compiled by Brady Frost.
