POLL: Best Jobs for Artists?

[osa]

Hi, I write a zine called Shotgun Seamstress. Right now I'm working on issue #3 about MONEY. I'd appreciate it if y'all could help me out with a poll. Please only answer this question if being an artist is a primary identity for you, if art is something you do on a regular basis, and if your lifestlye is more or less based around making art. This question is mostly for people who would love to be an artist full time but can't afford to be and have to have a regular job. If you fit the description, please answer the following questions. I will get in touch with you if your answer is going to be included in issue 3 of SS. Thank you!

1. what's your name? how old are you? what city do you live in?
2. what kind of art do you make and do you make any money off it?
3. what's your job?
4. how many hours do you work a week?
5. how much money do you make and do you get benefits?

[lyfenlyn]

1. Lyn, 40, Orlando
2. I am a graphic artist for my job, but my art of choice is fashion design. I occasionally make clothes for people but not often. My goal is to be a designer.
3. Graphic artist.
4. 40 +
5. Not enough. I have to work two jobs. I do get benefits.

[baron.]

1. baron. 30. brooklyn
2. vocalist/lyricist/photographer/graphic designer (YES)
3. Supervisor
4. 35
5. 55-65 year , yes benefits..

[Garnett Alcindor]

1. about time boutique 2. designs and graphics for t's, 3. director, 4. 900hrs a week shit, 5. i'm always broke help me out!

[Shane T. Bell]

1. Shane T. Bell, 29, Jacksonville Florida

2. I write. I never made a dime from it.

3. I am newly unemployed, but my skill is in transportation.

4. Zero.

5. N/A