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 60: Handiedan, March 2013
“Stay true to yourself. Stay original and keep listening. Listen to advice asked and given, but don’t lose track of your own goals and aspirations.”
Now Then Issue 65: Peter Et Le Wolff, August 2013
“Don’t do what you think other people want you to do, and nothing good comes easy. Don’t rush too much.”
Now Then Issue 67: Kris Kuksi, October 2013
“Never give up. Be selfish. Don’t work for free. Settle for compromise only when it is needed. Be crafty. Don’t copy anyone else. Don’t over-commit. Make as much work as you can but don’t make too much. Question everything. Don’t follow trends. Avoid distractions. Travel the world. Do art for humanity. Share yourself through art, but remember that making art is not about you. Constantly be critical of your work. And again, never give up.”
