Is it possible to make a living out of something you love, and continue to enjoy doing it after it becomes your primary source of income? How can you test the waters to find out what that sweet spot is, and then grow and connect with an audience?
In this evening class, renowned illustrator, artist and speaker Mr Bingo will talk about his own journey from freelance illustrator to full-time artist, and how he not only stopped working for clients, but launched one of the most successful crowdfunded publishing projects of all time, to become an artist who makes a living out of selling art directly to his fan base.
He will cover social media, building an audience, doing things differently, disregarding the rules and more - and you will have ample opportunity to ask him questions about his life and career. Ultimately, you will come away with the inspiration to put your ideas to the test and start turning your dreams into a reality.
Course content
Finding what you love and making money from it
Building and connecting with your audience
Testing ideas on the internet
Selling anything
Being honest to yourself and others
Q&A
Tutor profile
Mr Bingo was a freelance illustrator for 14 years, with clients including the New Yorker, Faber & Faber, Channel 4, the Guardian and the New York Times. In 2015 he launched a Kickstarter to fund a definitive guide to his Hate Mail. It became one of the most successful crowdfunded publishing projects of all time, and Mr Bingo now makes a living out of selling art directly to his fan base.
Details
Date: Tuesday 14 April 2020
Times: Evening course, 7pm-9pm
Location: The Guardian, Kings Place, 90 York Way, London N1 9GU
Price: £49 plus £2.83 booking fee
Event capacity: 100
Complimentary refreshments included.
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