The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Full-Time Artist
This step-by-step guide is everything you need to start turning your creative passion into a full-time career. Whether you’re just beginning or already selling your art on the side, this guide breaks down the exact steps I took to grow my art business—while working full-time and studying to become a teacher. It’s honest, encouraging, and packed with actionable advice to help you build the creative life you dream of.
When I started, I had no idea how to make it all work. I spent hours searching online, buying guides, and trying to piece together the right strategy—but most of the info out there felt vague, overwhelming, or just didn’t apply to my situation. That’s why I created this guide: something practical, simple to follow, and full of tips I wish I knew earlier. I want to show you that with time, consistency, and the right tools, it is possible to become a full-time artist—without burning out or giving up the joy of creating.
What’s Inside:
• Building a foundation: where to start and how to build momentum
• Pricing your work with confidence (and when to raise your prices)
• Using platforms like Etsy and Shopify to get your art seen
• Finding your signature style and growing a consistent brand
• Showing up on social media in a way that actually works
• Creating content that connects with your audience
• The importance of patience, consistency, and self-belief
• Reaching out to brands + offering commissions for extra income
This guide is perfect for beginner and intermediate artists who are ready to stop treating their art like a side project—and start building a creative business with intention and clarity.
Includes a bonus mini guide on all things mediums, printers, inks and tips
If you need help growing your Etsy store and looking for something more in depth on that then check out my other guide here https://artbyisobelle.etsy.com/listing/1864907033
Instantly downloaded once purchased! Digital downloads can be found in your account by going to "Purchases and reviews", then selecting "Download Files" next to the relevant order; this will take you to a page where you can access all the files attached to that purchase.
