Art School F*cked Me Up

Artist in Business

Hey there, my fellow art enthusiasts! Buckle up, because in this episode, I’m taking you on a rollercoaster ride through my own artistic saga. The title? Yep, that’s the unfiltered truth..

Picture this: I’m a wide-eyed fine art student, fresh off the Texas plains, and I’ve just landed in the vibrant chaos of London. The highs? Oh, they’re there—the exhilarating moments of creative growth, those brushstrokes that felt like magic, and the intoxicating scent of turpentine in the studio.

But then come the lows. Academic burnout hits like a ton of bricks. The pressure to produce masterpieces on demand—like some caffeinated Picasso—leaves me drained. And don’t even get me started on the critiques. It’s like having my soul dissected by a panel of judgmental art gods.

Internships? Yeah, I’ve done my fair share. Coffee-fetching, paper-cutting, and pretending to care about office politics. But hey, at least I’ve got stories to tell.

And social media? Oh, the double-edged sword. The likes, the follows—they’re like addictive little dopamine hits. But they also fuel the comparison game. Suddenly, my sketchbook feels inadequate next to that influencer’s perfectly curated grid.

And then—the plot twist—the pandemic hits. Suddenly, I’m painting in isolation, questioning my purpose. Is art essential when the world is falling apart?

But fear not! This episode isn’t just a pity party. Nope. I spill my guts about motivation—the elusive muse that flits in and out like a fickle lover. And let’s talk about the education system: a maze of deadlines, sleepless nights, and existential crises.

Guess what? I pivot. I shift gears. Fine arts? Nah. I’m chasing a double master’s in Entrepreneurship and Marketing. Because, my friends, creativity isn’t just about pretty pictures; it’s about survival.

So grab your favorite paintbrush (or spreadsheet, if that’s your jam), and let’s dive into the emotional and practical tolls of being an artist in a topsy-turvy world.

Feel free to tune in, laugh, cringe, and maybe even shed a tear. And hey, if you’re listening while sipping a mocha in a quirky café, you’re officially part of our tribe! 🎙️🌟

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