The Biggest Mistake Most Artists Make In 2024

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In this enlightening video, we dive into the results of a comprehensive 2-year survey that garnered responses from 24,789 artists. The key focus is on three critical mistakes commonly made by artists, which can easily be avoided.
The Michelangelo Effect: We start with a historical anecdote about Michelangelo and his famous sculpture, David, illustrating the first mistake - dealing with criticism and client demands. The story demonstrates the importance of tactfully handling feedback without compromising artistic integrity.
The Hollywood Phenomenon: The video then explores the trend of catering too much to client demands, leading to compromised artistic vision. This is exemplified by the recent trends in Hollywood, where artistic quality has been sacrificed for commercial interests.
The Sellout Myth: Finally, we address the fear of 'selling out' that many artists harbor, showing how this mindset can be detrimental to both the artistic process and financial success.
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The video includes practical strategies and ethical manipulation tricks used by the world's best galleries to enhance the perceived value of art.
A special segment is dedicated to the crucial role of online presence for artists, highlighting the importance of having a dedicated website to showcase and sell art.
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[@hollieharlow1129]

Kid, I am in awe of how you cut through the crap and see through the smoke and mirrors. You are a formidable human being.

[@driesketels]

Thank you Hollie. Always lovely to read your comments.

[@marshallalmeidaArt]

You are truly enlightening! How did I not discover you before?

[@nicolasb.henry294]

I learn a lot of things by following you and totally relate to what you say as I have worked several years in sales before pursuing my art career.

[@journeyofaconfusedartist]

Very well-researched and executed Dries. Investigating art is so enlightening

[@driesketels]

Thanks

[@bloochoob]

Dries needs a print and tshirt etc etc saying ‘GET THE HELL OUT OF HERE’ in merch 😂 I’d buy that

[@annavernick1490]

Love the stories, helps to understand!

[@driesketels]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@photobizmethod]

Yes! Great video!! I really enjoy your vids btw!

[@driesketels]

Glad you like them!

[@earthempresstv]

wow! this was so juicy!!! alot of food for thought re the Michelangelo story...really love your content

[@Artinsane]

Superb video bro❤❤❤

[@driesketels]

Thanks 🤗

[@mingn3129]

Can you do a video about how to ship and pack art?

[@driesketels]

Already done that.

[@TMIvey-gk4mw]

I suspect that any adult service worker who did not regularly buy indulgences could possibly be accused of being a witch and burned at the stake. That’s leverage.

[@driesketels]

Yes, I'm sure it's a bit more complex then the way I sketched it in this video. Fear of dead is definitely quit a lot of leverage indeed XD hahha.

[@jillarwenposadas9621]

That's not how indulgences work.

[@driesketels]

How do they work?

[@dolphinboy9717]

when you become a financially successful artist who is overflowing, then come back and start blabbing about how to make it in the art biz. Until then, you are the same as all the other gurus.

[@bonsaibywally]

So, what do you have to bring us yourself, guru connaisseur

[@JuliosStudio]

@@bonsaibywallyright 😂 who is this guy?

[@chingchee3876]

❤ be honest Dry Kettle you hardly sell one of your paintings. Which is why you rant on KZbin.

[@driesketels]

Turns out my paintings are so avant-garde, they've transcended the need to be sold! 😂

[@chingchee3876]

@@driesketels . I know that feeling. 😃😂😆 Your art will be highly collectible in 20 years .. Keep up the good work. I watch all your vids.