I gave a masterclass to workshop creative people's career issues at Foyles' flagship store in London in August. Find the link to it here...
Is chaos an inevitable result of being a brilliant creator? Or just a trope that popular culture’s invented? And what impact does that have on creative people themselves?
What makes the difference between growing a thriving career and not? Here are some of the qualities you’ll need to be a successful artist.
Many artists find it a challenge to ‘shout’ about themselves on social media. And yet, building their platform is essential. What is the answer?
Are you a real artist? Afraid to call yourself one? Just starting out on your creative career? Here’s what it takes to be an artist.
Your favourite artist may seem to be larger than life – a little bit ‘magic’. But all working artists know the truth. We’re just human and this is how we recharge.
Being an artist or performer can be a heady experience – and leave you feeling anxious or insecure. Here are 4 ways to combat that and give yourself the emotional security you need.
People talk about the sacrifices artists have to make for their art. That doesn’t mean creating drama so that you’re a ‘true’ artist. So what are they?
Mess doesn’t have to be inspiration’s essential companion. Not all the great artists were messy. In fact most weren’t. Here’s how to separate the two.
Why do we resent investing in artists’ long-term development and refuse to pay them properly? We’re funding a ‘throwaway’ culture… Here’s why...