The Irish government has begun delivering basic income for artists in Ireland. Following the devastating effects to many during and following the pandemic, the emerald isle is attempting to recover the culture industry by helping artists. The Basic Income for the Arts scheme The plans were announced by the Irish government back in January of […]
I have never hitchhiked in the literal sense. I’ve never stood on the side of a road and stuck out my thumb with the hopes that a passing vehicle would stop and pick me up. And when I think of hitchhiking, it conjures up all sorts of familiar tropes and cautionary tales.
We’ve all felt FOMO. The fear or anxiety that something better or interesting is happening somewhere else, without us. The feeling is real, and utterly human. And, if we are being honest, something we’ve all felt more often than we’d care to admit. Recently, I’ve noticed how much energy I’ve been holding around recognizing it […]
What does the word enough mean to you in this moment? Is it a kind of settling? “this is good enough for now” Or does it feel like gratitude? “I’ve got more than enough” Or maybe it’s wrapped up in greed or scarcity. An insatiable hunger for more. “I don’t have enough”.
Everyone knows LinkedIn is touted as a social media for professionals but does it have any use for creatives? LinkedIn may also be thought of as a tool utilized by business people, salespeople, and similar professions which may make artists and creative a bit weary of engaging on the platform. Despite this, LinkedIn is a powerful tool that artists and creative professionals can use to develop relationships with others. What it comes down to is being open to potential relationships, business developments, or press.
The arts have always been a powerful catalyst for change. There is something about the creative experience that captures the hearts & minds of the viewer on a level of depth in ways conventional communication falls short.
“Are you really that busy?” People have asked me this question for years and… Yes. Yes, I am. Aren’t you??When I was younger, I was overly stressed because I didn’t have time to meet these assumed social demands with friends and others while juggling at least 7 jobs on top of growing my creative business. I often pulled 16 hour days and always felt like I could be doing more.
Whether it be your daily commute, your late night hour to chill or your housework background audio, there is a Podcast to cater for anybody’s taste. Finding the perfect podcast for you can be a hunt though, especially when you don’t necessarily dig Apple’s top rated on iTunes. Here are a collection of industry related podcasts for you to explore.
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