✨ How to Be Happy and Successful with Your Creative Side Hustles


Hi Reader,

Greetings and hello again:

I took inspiration for this week's post from Chapter 2 of my new book, The Artist's Guide to Creative Side Hustles & Hybrid Careers. It's about bringing together all the pieces of your creative life—your skills, your work, your income, and your joy—into one connected picture.

Over the past few weeks, I've been exploring what it takes to build a creative career on your terms—without burning out or second-guessing yourself.

First, I shared how practical minimalism—doing fewer things better—can protect your energy and sharpen your focus.
Then, I looked at how joy, presence, and authenticity aren't luxuries but the foundation of a lasting creative life.

This week's post ties those threads together—practical minimalism, joy, and clarity—into a strategy to help you build a creative career that actually fits. The insights you gain can refine the art marketing advice that is widely available and enhance its effectiveness.

These threads—practical minimalism, joy, and clarity—all come together in the new guidebook. Li

Keep creating.

Peace out!

Barney Davey
Publisher: Art Marketing News

PS: The Artist’s Guide to Creative Side Hustles & Hybrid Careers will help you map your creative life, clarify your best opportunities, and build a portfolio career that truly fits. As an AMN subscriber, you can get it for $10 off through Friday, Sept 26. [Grab your copy here.]

This Week's Post

How to Be Happy and Successful with Your Creative Side Hustles

Last Week's Post

Coming Down to Joy: On Van Morrison, Side Hustles, and Living Fully as an Artist

Previous Week's Post

How to Use Practical Minimalism to Change Your Life and Art Business

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Barney Davey, a trusted mentor to artists worldwide since 1988, has authored multiple books, developed transformative marketing courses, and founded the internationally recognized Art Marketing News blog in 2005, a platform that unites artists from all corners of the globe. His most recent publication, "How to Profit from the Art Print Market, 20th Anniversary, 3rd Edition," is the cornerstone of Art Print Insider—a complete system of tools and knowledge visual artists can use to market art prints profitably. His expertise helps artists navigate the business side of creativity with practical, results-driven strategies. Join thousands of artists who have transformed their careers through Barney's guidance—visit ArtMarketingNews.com to discover resources that will help you build a sustainable, profitable art business on your terms.

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