I never wanted to be a starving artist. So while I was in art school I spent countless hours studying, researching, and attempting ways to make a living with art. By the time I graduated I was a full-time freelancer. I had done it.

In this 5 hour long lecture I share everything I know about freelancing. Learn from my mistakes, make the most of my successes, and maybe be amused by my occasional stupidity.

If you have any questions don't hesitate to get in touch.

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Listen to the first 30 minutes for free

Topics Covered

  • How do I break into the industry?
  • How much should I charge?
  • What should I put in my portfolio?
  • Am I too old to start?
  • How do I deal with bad clients?
  • Do I need a contract?
  • Should I work for free?
  • How do I know if I'm ready?
  • What if my client doesn't pay?
  • How do I start networking?
  • Should I go to art school?
  • ...and many more.

I have to tell you—I cannot recommend this enough. While it is primarily aimed at the aspiring or student artist, there is actually information that can be of use to artists of many different levels. I found the offering to be clear, concise, and very honest about the “job” of being a freelance artist. There is a ton of information that will help you go from “aspire” to “hired” …or at least, have a better idea of the time, energy, and some ideas on how to get there.

This is NOT a feel good, motivational speech. This is NOT a cheerleading section to make you smile and feel all warm and fuzzy about your career choice. This is 5 hours of content that contains some of the most honest appraisals about what it takes to make a career for yourself—it clearly lays out the challenges, and provides ideas for overcoming those hurdles. In my mind, this is priceless information!

Jon Schindehette

Senior Creative Director at Wizards of the Coast

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What you get

  • 5 hour lecture on freelancing (.mp4 format in a .zip archive | 422MB)
  • Access to an extensive (and constantly updated) list of freelancing resources
  • Subscription to an exclusive mailing list that will feature FAQs and supplemental content

100% money back guarantee

I am 100% certain that you will love this lecture and learn so much from it. If you are at all dissatisfied, contact me and I will return the full purchase price.

Special thanks

I would like to thank all of the people who have helped me along the way towards my freelancing career. I only hope that by helping others through this video I might properly thank all of the people who helped me early on.

And despite the catchy subtitle: you taught me a lot, Sterling.