Most of the time, people take the hint, but other times, things can getmessy.
The author felt pressured into paying for something she never asked for, didnt like, and didnt want.
Now, tensions are rising in the family, and shes wondering if shes being unreasonable.
Keep reading to see what people think!
Ittakesyears of practice, patience, and persistence to build a reputation and attract buyers.
Many artists struggle with inconsistent income, exposure, and finding the right audience for their work.
To understand the challenges artists face, we spoke with Amey Pirankar, anartistand art teacher.
He emphasized that true mastery doesnt happen overnightits built on dedication, experimentation, and learning from mistakes.
When people look at a painting, they only see the final product.
Thats why good art isnt cheap, it represents a lifetime of effort and expertise.
Since my work was good, word started spreading, and people began placing orders.
Thats how I built my reputation.
Sure, they cansupportyou if they want, but they shouldnt feel pressured into buying your work.
An artist needs real customers who appreciate their art.
You want to share your work with loved ones, but you also need to be fairly compensated.
Art isnt just about creativity, its about time, effort, and expertise.
In this particular case, the authors sister-in-law surprised them with apaintingand expected them to pay for it.
What do you think?
Should families be expected to purchase an artists work, or should the artist focus on finding real buyers?
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