BYU Artist Survey Results!
Spalenka
A big thank you to all the BYU talent who took the time to add their opinions to this survey on the state of the arts. This questionnaire included responses from fine artists (painters, sculptors, photographers, etc), illustrators, concept designers and animators for film and games, graphic designers, architects, interior designers, environmental design, and some individual art empires. I am curious about those art empires!
What was learned?1. The majority of you are involved in the publishing and gallery worlds, some own creative business, others are graphic designers.A smaller percent were in the film and game industries, environmental design, and architectural /interior design fields.2. 52% of you were up and running in your line of work. 48% were having a difficult time, and half of these were looking to start over completely.3. No one was making too much money, but 28% were doing well in their art careers and 21% were getting by. 51% were struggling and/or changing their direction altogether.4. Illustrators were hurting the most. 17 out of 21 participants were unhappy with the state of their industry. "You can make a living doing this?"5. Film and Game designers, animators, etc. fared better with almost half of them feeling their industry was "good enough". The other half wanted to create their own properties.6. One third of the Fine Art group was doing well. The other two thirds unfortunately were not happy campers and were desiring more prosperity.7. Who felt they were living and working from their heart and doing what they love? 31% felt they were doing just that. Most 52% were living from their heart "part of the time." 17% wanted more of that connection.8. Who was ready to take their life, creativity, and career to another level of fulfillment? 2 individuals were flying high! The majority by far were open to taking their abilities to new heights, and 3 decided to take the Artist As Brand workshop to explore their potential.
CONCLUSIONS
This slice of the BYU art community tells us that about half are doing well enough to pay their bills, while the other half are struggling and/or looking to start over. The graphic designers and film/game crowd appeared to fare a bit better, but they were still looking for something more.I applaud the talent that is weathering this downturn in the economy. For the rest of you creative art spirits who are struggling, be the change you wish to see in the world. That change starts with you of course.The economy will always go up and down. Our goal is to implement a strategy now that will take advantage of the new upswing, as well as minimize the results of a down turn in the future. Its important to remain pro-active, so do something!69% of you were living from the heart part time or less. My question is why not all of the time?! Living from your heart is vital for creative/financial sustainability and happiness. I surmise most of us were not taught this concept. Yes, it is is possible to live from your heart all of the time. This paradigm shift in awareness is powerful and profound, because it is really core to who you are.
Learning your Core Virtue is the foundation of the Artist As Brand workshop. For some students it is the most important part of the class. Professional illustrator Katy Betz states, "Deciphering my Core Virtue has given me radical entrepreneurial energy!”More.
I am curious about those individuals who are creating individual art empires. Who are you and what are you doing that is bringing you prosperity? Speak to me and I will share your story! I am sure many artist would love to hear about your success. Please contact me directly.Lastly, those of you who are ready to take their life, creativity, and career to another level of fulfillment, what is your plan? Let me know and I will share your ideas with the art community. Each of you is a singular powerhouse of potential, but when we work together anything is possible.To Your Prosperity,Greg SpalenkaArtist As Brand Workshop at BYUJune 15, 16, 17Tuesday-Thursday 10AM- 8PMArtist As Brand WorkshopProvo, UT 84602Tuition- $300.00Students- $250.00SIGN UP until Friday