Tuesday, January 30, 2018

Lifestyle And Talents Of An Indie Artist

By Edward Harris


When it comes to arts and entertainment, there are several categories. Whether a visual, mixed-media artist or painter, musician or poet, most often an individual working in any of these genres is often considered an indie artist. That is, if the individual is in control of the activity which one is promoting at any given time. For, independent artists often provide calendar listings, hang posters and promote art on social networks such as Facebook and Twitter.

While some individuals can now find instant stardom on shows such as The Voice and American Idol or on video sites such as YouTube, the experience rarely results in a long running career. Whereas, independent artists whom put a great deal of time and effort into honing a craft are often artists for life. As such, many independent artists are often more successful than others.

Most independent artists are individuals whom can focus on a project from beginning through completion. In doing so, these individuals can often move forward and become well known artists over time. While this is the case, it should be noted that independent artists create, produce and promote whatever art form one is working in at the moment.

Artists of this nature generally set realistic goals, then increase the difficulty of those goals upon completing projects. For example, a musician or poet may start out playing at open mics, then move on to book gigs at local clubs, then later be found playing at a major music festival such as the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival or Outside Lands. Whereas, before reaching that point, most had been struggling to perform in public, pay rent or afford gas to make it to gigs.

Independent artists are often surrounded by others of like-mind and talents whom provide encouragement and support. Most people consider artists to be painters, photographers, poets, sculptors and writers. While this is the case, more importantly, these individuals are practitioners.

Feedback, whether positive or negative, can often have a major impact on these artists. For, in most cases, an individual will take the information and use it toward personal growth. Whereas, there are some whom will no doubt take offense, even when it comes to constructive criticism. For, there are artists whom believe that beauty in art, as in life, is in the eye of the beholder.

In most areas, there are classes and workshops in different areas of arts and entertainment. For, while a degree is not required to become an independent artist, it can often pay to gain knowledge, insight and experience from others in the art world. In some cases, just attending a one-day class in a particular discipline can benefit individuals desiring to become successful independent artists.

Independent artists are self-confident, self-dedicated and self-sufficient. For, a true independent artist finds ways to succeed without the help of others. The term independent in and of itself relates to completing a project with the education, talents, tools and materials with which one has on hand. After which, the artist then shares the finished product with those whom are interested in the work.




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