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Hi Reader,

Greetings and hello again:

You don't have to be famous or wealthy to live your dream as a visual artist.

You just have to be true to yourself.

That sounds simple, but I know it's not easy—especially when you're juggling a day job, family obligations, and trying to make time for your art.

Today's post is about finding your path. Not the path someone else thinks you should take, but your path to a joyful, sustainable artist's life.

I share questions to help you clarify what you truly want, along with practical strategies for protecting your time, energy, and work value.

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This post will help you discover what you truly want as an artist and give you practical strategies to protect your time, energy, and creative dreams.

To your success, keep creating.

Peace out!

Barney Davey
Publisher: Art Marketing News

PS: If you're juggling art with a day job or other income streams, my new book The Artist's Guide to Creative Side Hustles & Hybrid Careers shows you how to turn that into a competitive advantage—not something to apologize for.

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The Artist's Guide to
Creative Side Hustles & Hybrid Careers

Are you struggling with creating and marketing your art? You're not alone. This guide helps artists rethink the hustle. If traditional marketing feels like a mismatch, discover how creative side hustles can support your art, your income, and your sanity. You don't have to change your art. You can change your approach.

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Art Marketing News

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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