The Pocket Business Guide for Artists and Designers: 100 Things You Need to Know

by Alison Branagan

Aimed at arts graduates, this handy pocket guide answers the most pressing questions graduates have when setting up a creative business. Many students who graduate from art school don't know how to make a living out of their work, but this book presents 100 useful business related things (explained in 200 words or less) that they should know before embarking on a career in the arts. The book is divided into 5 sections that will help budding artists achieve success in this competitive field: business, promotion, legal stuff, money and last thoughts. In short, it briefly covers all the main questions arts students may have about starting their careers.

160 pages, Paperback

First published September 15, 2011

Reviews

[Julie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Slightly dated, but a good overview of basic business issues for artists.

[M]

Good enough

[Rebecca Skeels · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another good book by Alison Branagan,
Some useful links, contacts, websites and advice.
All listed and compact into a pocket business guide.
Something I recommend to students, staff and anyone wanted to start or in the early years of their businesses. Easy to understand and to get you on the right track for all the things you have to get your head around.

[Kian · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's a quick read and very useful information for artists.