The Artist Entrepreneur
Painters, writers, musicians, actors, photographers, filmmakers, dancers- serious artists often find themselves thrown into the world of the entrepreneur. They are compelled to create and many end up as freelancers, hunting down one job after the next and managing their own business affairs.
Below, you’ll see a film created for the e101 site by filmmaker Leo Zuckerman featuring dancer, Alanna Sager. As you’re watching, reference specific elements in the film as you consider the following questions, writing down your answers in some good detail:
A. What are the similarities between working artists and entrepreneurs in general?
B. What are some of the unique challenges and joys for artist entrepreneurs?
The Dancer from e101 on Vimeo.