What They Didn't Teach You in Art School : What you need to know to survive as an artist (What They Didn't Teach You in School)

You have the artistic talent, but do you know how to make a success of it? Turning your passion into a career in the fiercely competitive art world means becoming your own finance, business, and marketing manager - as well as a researcher, curator and administrator. From writing your first proposal to gaining gallery representation and dealing with the pressures of commercial success, this enlightening, no-nonsense book is your guide, providing all the advice, real-world experience, and inspiration you need to survive and thrive as a working artist.