Art and commerce, culture and shopping – these are concepts that often seem to be in opposition and mutually exclusive. In fact, their compatibility is often difficult and is viewed very critically from many perspectives.
For example, commercially successful artists like Damien Hirst or the most prominent street artist, Banksy, are accused of creating so-called "consumer art." The former is also described, among other things, as a "cynical financial shark" who takes the original concept of art to absurd extremes.
On the other hand, an artist can certainly also be a shrewd businessman, and Damien Hirst can be seen as a creative self-promoter. Even the anonymous street artist Banksy, who has comfortably established himself behind his pseudonym, clearly distances himself from the auctioning of his art, with which he pursues a social mission rather than its material commercialization. He sees himself as an urban artist who roams the streets on a socially critical mission, leaving his art for the enjoyment of the receptive public.
Culture and shopping – but are they compatible?
A project that attempts to bridge the gap between culture and shopping is called kultursponsor.net , interlinking these two areas. This creates a win-win situation for both sectors, as cultural projects are promoted, artists and art initiatives are supported, and participating companies, which donate a portion of their revenue to these projects, can act as sponsors and thus potentially gain greater media attention.
So if you would like to donate to culture simply by shopping online with your favorite retailers as usual, then this platform is an ideal place to start.
kultursponsor.net (Screenshot from October 2015)
In this way, online shoppers can now easily and effortlessly support artists and cultural workers by shopping online.
The consumer incurs no additional costs and participation is possible both with and without registration on the website of the cultural sponsors.
Which projects are currently being funded?
The selection of participating projects and initiatives that can currently be supported by online shoppers is still quite manageable, but should grow rapidly as the kultursponsor.net website gains reach and attracts more visitors.
UN-LABEL – New inclusive pathways for the performing arts
The international cultural project Un-Label, new, inclusive approaches to the performing arts . Over a two-year period, approximately 100 artists with and without disabilities from across Europe will explore new, inclusive, and innovative possibilities within the performing arts.
The project will be implemented through various workshops, an artist residency, and a large multidisciplinary dance theatre production, which will be presented as a national and international guest performance at well-known festivals.
Un-Label is a collaborative project with partners from England, Greece, Turkey and Germany.
World statement “If judging, then rebuilding”
This unusual art project, initiated and implemented by Peter H. Kalb, aims to create a global presence for the motto "If you judge... then uplift." This goal is pursued through the distribution of a small, unlimited sculpture that, at each location, sends its inspiring message to the immediate surroundings and the people within them.
This project took into account the fact that people often judge (too) quickly, their judgments are often harsh and unreflective, and thus cause great harm to their fellow human beings.
The sculptures stand in opposition to this and appeal to humanity to pause briefly in this tiny but crucial moment when deciding to pass judgment. Much pain, suffering, hatred, and anger would thus disappear from our world…
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A fundamental need for every artistically creative person is likely to be the ability to live off their art.
To secure one's livelihood, earning money through art is essential . In fact, contrary to popular belief, many artists today can make a good living from their creative work. Nevertheless, the vast majority of freelance artists still rely on additional sources of income (e.g., teaching courses, commissions, side jobs, etc.).
Recognition as an artist often does not bring immediate financial security. Therefore, artists are often also life artists.
The opportunities to make a living from one's own art have, however, grown significantly due to the internet and social media. As an artist, however, you must be versatile and flexible to succeed. A certain degree of perseverance is also essential.
Customer relations and self-marketing are also important pillars for success as an artist.
In this section, we compile numerous articles, information, tips, and advice to help you make a living from your art.
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