I used to think that making a career out of art and design was impossible. I was content to just doodle in my sketchbook and play around with designs on my computer, but deep down, I always had this nagging feeling that there was something more I could be doing with my skills. But then I met Sarah, a fellow artist on a photo sharing app and everything changed.

Sarah was an aspiring graphic designer, and she immediately recognized my talents as a designer. She was incredibly supportive of my work and encouraged me to take it to the next level. Her validation and support gave me the confidence boost I needed to put myself out there and start building a brand for my art.

I began by creating a portfolio website and promoting my work on social media. I got a few sales under my belt, which only motivated me to continue. I also started designing custom shirts and other merchandise with my designs, and they were selling like hotcakes! It was amazing to see people actually willing to pay for my art.

Having this kind of validation and support from someone outside of my social circle was crucial for me. It gave me the confidence to keep going and to believe in myself and my abilities as an artist.

It’s been a long journey, but now I can say that I am confident in my brand and my art. I have built a community of supporters who appreciate my work and it made me realized that building a successful career in art is possible. So, if you’re out there, feeling like your art skills aren’t good enough or that no one will ever appreciate your work, just know that it’s never too late to start building your brand and career in the art industry.

This experience made me realize that in the art industry, getting validation and support from fellow artists is crucial. So if you’re out there, feeling like your art skills aren’t good enough or that no one will ever appreciate your work, just remember this story. You never know when a chance encounter with a fellow artist can lead to great things.