Real Artists Don't Starve

Real Artists Don't Starve challenges the popular belief that artists must sacrifice financial stability in order to be true to their craft. The author argues that creativity and commerce can coexist, and uses examples from history and contemporary culture to prove his point. What I liked most about this book was learning about the great artists of the past, like Michelangelo, who was not only talented but also a great businessman who made a lot of money from his art. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to make a living from their artistic passion and believes that… show more.

This book destroys the long-held notion that artists must earn money solely from their art, in order to be considered “true” artists… Many artists have day jobs, either by choice or necessity—and just because they don’t “make money” from their art, it doesn’t mean that they’re not real artists. In fact, they may be better off working outside of their art. For jobs worked outside their passions can provide them with new perspectives and unexpected circumstances which they can use to inform/enhance the art. Also, those who are not at the top of their fields can earn steady paychecks and… show more.