A Career in the Arts: The Complex Learning and Career Needs of Creative Professionals

There is a lack of understanding about the economics and sociology of the visual and performing arts, which leads to distorted public impressions and generalizations. Emerging young artists should know the histories, training, and craft traditions of these arts, as well as the role of informal learning, differences in institutions, approaches to teaching-learning, and the career impact. The digital world has also impacted the finances of performers, with greying audiences for classical music and opera.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 170 pages
Publication date: 01 April 2022
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

The lack of knowledge about artistic careers is a significant issue, as few people fully understand the economics and sociology of the visual and performing arts. This distortion of the public's impression of artists' lives is often caused by the focus on the very successful, leading to a generalization of the average career and those who discontinue their pursuit of arts professions.

For emerging young artists, it is crucial to have a comprehensive understanding of the histories, training, and craft traditions of the different performing and visual arts. This includes recognizing the role of informal learning, the differences between types of institutions, approaches to teaching and learning, and the potential career impact of these factors.

While some have celebrated the advancements in the arts as a result of new technology, it is important to note that the digital world has had a significant impact on the finances of performers. The greying audiences for classical music and opera have been a topic of discussion, but the characteristics of the younger generations, who appear to want to view, listen, and interact with visual and performance art differently, may be even more impactful.

In conclusion, there is a need for greater awareness and understanding of artistic careers, including their economics, sociology, and the impact of new technology on the performing and visual arts. By gaining a deeper understanding of these aspects, emerging young artists can better prepare themselves for success in this competitive field.

Weight: 263g
Dimension: 219 x 154 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781475862379