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What does it mean?
The speaker plans to rely on their painting income for their future living expenses.
In plain terms
I will make my living from my paintings.
What can you take from it?
Commit to your art as a source of livelihood.

Where it applies

  • artist career decisions
  • financial planning

Putting it to work

  • focus on art
  • sell your work

Questions to consider

  • When do you decide to rely solely on your craft?
  • What supports your career choice?

Another view

Art income can be unstable and unpredictable.

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