The Messy Studio with Rebecca Crowell

Episode 195: Our Many Hats

November 6th, 2021  |  35 mins 56 secs

art, business, creativity, efficiency, multitasking, outsourcing, rebecca crowell, workflow

The behind-the-scenes aspect of almost any job is surprising, and that of a working, professional artist is no exception. So much goes on that has little if anything to do with actually making art. Maintaining a studio, tracking inventory and expenses, photographing work, keeping up a website, engaging with social media, answering email, staying in touch with galleries, and handling countless other details of art practice—all of these tasks are time-consuming and each requires its own skillset. Most artists do all of this on their own without assistance, learning as they go, and over time they find what works for them. Today we look at the frustrations and rewards for artists as they constantly change out their many hats.