The legendary composer Duke Ellington was famously quoted saying, “A problem is a chance for you to do your best.” Over the course of these stagnant times when productivity seems to be on an all-time low and the urge to make use of your talent and free time is strong, small businesses seem like an ideal thing. For beginner artists this is a perfect opportunity to gain more exposure and recognition. It’s a way to develop your entrepreneurial side, grow your art and provide your graceful breathtaking services at a small price. Especially for artists or freelancers looking out for work and experience, this is a perfect time to expand your business right from the comfort of your homes. We have some tips curated for you that could be a useful boost to the start of a career.
1. What could be better than serving and having your own contribution to this pandemic? Many of us can’t be on the frontlines protecting lives or in positions that actively contribute to regulating and saving lives, but all of us can play our own small parts too. As artists, making equipment and essentials with an artistic twist needed during this crisis can be a great contribution. Many creators are coming up with making affordable, breathable and stylish face masks that fulfill the purpose and add an element of beauty to it, sort of lifting people’s spirits up too while they wear them.
2. Passing on your knowledge and lessons to others is the greatest gift that we can give as a generation. It also adds into the purpose of life of sharing and widening the skills and expertise of those around you. Online classes and workshops are a great way to do this. Whether for kids or older age groups, it’s an amazing way for customers to learn new things over this period and it practices social distancing protocols too.
3. Handicrafts have been an all-time favorite for artists, whether its furniture, ornaments, jewelry, household items, fashion products, accessories etc. They add an organic touch and value as compared to industrial or machinery produced goods. People love having these small souvenirs and gifting these priceless beauties. During this time where we’re stranded in our homes, it’s a perfect opportunity to work on handicraft items and sell them through online blog sites or other social media platforms.
4. It’s a competitive world out there in business. Many companies, startups, and brands are now seeking help from ‘creativity consultants’ for their skills to find solutions and produce innovation. As a creative consultant, your job is to develop concepts, discover ideas, and help business grow. Such expertise is now needed more than ever in a growing creative market.
5. Do you have a good eye for beauty in arts? Art dealers find beautiful pieces of art in order to sell them to various art enthusiasts. With dedication, this business could grow allowing you to open your own art gallery, while helping other artists get their works noticed. Art dealers are as much artists themselves.
We hope that these gems of advice have been of help and are looking forward to seeing you come out flourishing from this pandemic with new ideas and progress in the artistic as well as career-oriented facets of your life.
