[Kelso]

So how do you guys do it?

Ive tried freelancing, despite pretty good artistic talent

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most sites ive tried are shitty and don´t seem to promote new members nor let them bid on too many items.

My situation has basically gone to shit and I really want to make an attempt living off drawing. However, just like everything, getting an entry is difficult. Ive tried freelancer and fiverr, I probably also lack the proper contacts etc etc. Im sorry if this is the wrong forum, but could anyone give me some direction? Im completely lost here..

[trapthot]

making a living as an artist is notoriously difficult until you've "made " it my suggestion is try to bring attention to your artwork via social media. Instagram ETC you might have to do some entertaining things to grab ppl attention or ask some attractive ladies to help out. also shoutouts in exchange for free work

in the meantime you should have another stream of income working somewhere. you can do dropshipping from home

[mothered]

Stating the obvious, why not find employment?

As such, you're guaranteed a pay cheque each week.

[jimmylkwest]

The odd bit of eBay selling

[supermonster]

Fivver or taskrabbit, they both pay

[ChristopherHALK]

The odd bit of eBay selling

[bringer]

Start a Youtube channel with your art works. You can teach others techniques and build a following.

[Botany]

You need to use your art work to SELL!

Find something to SELL and use your ART to SELL it.

Simple concept but many don't see it or use it.

Look at all those fancy packaging jobs at the grocery store. Would people be less apt to buy the product if it was not for the art designs on the packaging? Yes, Of course!

Pop this on a t-shirt, bong, skateboard and you got it man!

[Namico]

I sell on ebay, I usually make about 450 a week selling products I have a thread on how you can do it too.

[rxrx]

Occasional fiverr graphic design gig. Does not pay much but gives me some extra each month.