Not everyone who goes into this sector are looking to build a career in a large corporation, or to build their own commercial business. There are those whose aim is to pursue artistic goals, creating art in their preferred medium.

A small minority of artists make significant money from selling their art to collectors, but most combine selling and displaying their art with another career or part time job.

Artists can work in museums or art galleries as art directors or as archivists, curators, or planning and setting up exhibits. Others teach craft or art classes or conduct workshops in schools or in their own studios. 

Making a living from your art will require determination and flexibility, it can mean struggling for a steady income to pursue your passion. With no clear road to sucess as a freelance artist it may be too structureless for some, but for others the flexibility is advantageous.