Having an artist as a friend is one of the greatest gifts life can give. Artists see things in new and interesting ways, are outside-the-box thinkers, and usually a lot of fun to be around. You may have friends in any one of the arts, from writing to painting to crafting to acting to comedy to other forms of creation. The arts make a valuable contribution to society. They lift people up when they are down and provide a release for so many difficult emotions. The arts give us a way to celebrate joy while processing sorrow. They are invaluable.
Sadly, the arts are always the first to go when it comes to budget cuts. Whether it be cuts to school board funding or to your own home budget, the first area that sees reduction is the arts. Having a friend or loved one who is actively trying to seek a career in the arts can leave you feeling guilty. In many cases, you simply cannot spare the extra cash to purchase their wares or support their services. Seeing a friend in the arts struggle while being unable to financially contribute is hard. Chances are, your artist friend understands your financial situation and doesn’t hold it against you. Despite being broke, there are still things you can do to support your friends as they strive to achieve success in their field. Read more.
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