0.13 Asking for help

Any artist, at times, has difficulties with the management (left brain) activities for their art. Some artistsare able to handle all aspects of their art management. Others will need others to assist them so they can concentrate on theircreative energy. Only you can decide what type of artist you are and how much you are capable of doing without sacrificing yourcreative energy.

I am very versatile however there are things I know others can do more effective than doing them myself. I haveno problem assisting others with writing their marketing or press releases, but when it comes to my own, I need another journalist dothis for me. I have found too that by having another write my marketing materials for me they can come from a totally differentperspective. It is refreshing and honest and not self promotion. It is realistic.

There are hundreds of books in print that will assist any independent artists promote, manage and book theirown shows. While this is obtainable, one has to ask what price is paid for this sacrifice. Your art and how it is represented to thepublic is your business. It is your livelihood. However, you must determine what you are capable of, and what you are willing tosacrifice to do it yourself and still remain in control of your creative energy.

For other artists the need for a personal manager, booking agent, promoter never comes into play with theirart. However, it is best to determine early on what you are willing to do yourself, or have your friends, family do and what you canhire out.

Now this may seem silly to you, but realistically, if you have big dreams, you need to plan for thosedreams. As well, I have surrounded myself with many creative people. When I need another graphic artist, journalist, designer,or writer I have the opportunity to network within my circle of friends. Having this pool of creative capable friends is necessaryas I can’t do everything myself.

This exercise is the last one for completion for your game plan. By now you have isolated what your goals areand the steps you will take to get there. You have determined how much time you will need and what obstacles you must overcome foryour dreams to be realized.

Now take all these plans and begin to implement them. Yes, you can redefine, edit or change any step orgoal as you move closer towards your dream. This is normal and one should not feel they are cheating by dropping a step or two. Weevolve and change daily. Your art does to. Using this process you should begin to see your art flourish. Your dreams can come truewith good planning. Good luck to you on your art journey.

Peace and blessings to you as you move towards your dreams.

Question: What would you ask from another to assist you in realizing your dream?

Question: What can you create and maintain as a list of resources to help you?

Question: How do you plan to keep your self inspired? Such as art, music, books, nature, fellowship withfriends/family.

Question: Will you begin a weekly session of “artist dates” to keep you inspired?