Whether you're in the trenches struggling to make consistent sales or dreaming of turning your art into a full-time living, this groundbreaking guide provides the inspiration and the practical steps you need to become your own art boss. There's never been a better time to turn your creative ideas into a successful business. The internet is pushing aside art world "gatekeepers" who used to decide what was "worthy"-now anyone with a laptop and a dream can make a thriving living from their creativity. Schulman provides inspiring stories and proof that show that the artist's life can be both profitable and sustainable. She urges artists to gamble on themselves, emphasizing that a confident mindset is the first step to developing a life of creative and financial freedom. Art-preneur combines a left-brain approach with traditional marketing methods that pave a clear path for success.