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How Artists REALLY Make a Living
May 17 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Sunday, May 17th
2-3:30pm
Side Rail Collective
5511 1/2 Airport Wy S, Seattle, WA 98108
If you’re trying to figure out how artists ACTUALLY make a full-time living, this class is for you!
Sarah Miller, Founder of Show Your Art PNW will break down how sustainable artist income really works. Beyond (but in addition to) gallery sales, this is a solid first look at how artists combine multiple income streams in real life. You’ll learn about and dissect local examples, and learn and utilize the different paths artists are using right now to make a full time living as an artist.
You’ll Learn:
– 8 real ways artists make a sustainable living (Full-time artists aren’t just doing one thing!)
– Dissect local opportunities and examples of artists doing the work
– Mistakes to avoid
– Next steps for you right now as an artist!
$20 General Admission
$15 Side Rail Members
About the Instructor:
Sarah E. Miller is the author of Show Your Art, a guidebook featuring over 200 venues for new and emerging artists seeking exhibition opportunities in Seattle and beyond. She is also a marketing and grant writing professional with over 10 years of experience helping creatives and small businesses connect meaningfully with their audiences, and was a full time artist herself. Follow her project on Instagram here: @showyourartpnw and reach out to showyourartpnw@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Sunday, May 17th
2-3:30pm (PST)
Side Rail Collective
5511 1/2 Airport Wy S, Seattle, WA 98108