When we think of creativity, we immediately bestow this trait to artists. Contrary to common belief, we all have creativity; we don't use it enough outside the art context. It sadly has been undervalued and underutilized in other industries. Studies have shown that creativity is the core foundation for innovation and turns into value when it creates the results or solution.

This article explores five common misconceptions that contribute to the perception of artists as "starving" and provide strategies for overcoming these myths to build a sustainable and fulfilling career in the arts.

Most artists dream about leaving their legacy someday. Yet, they don't take any actions towards building one during their lifetime and leave it up to someone else to take care of it after they pass away and sadly become forgotten from history.

When we study legendary artists' lives carefully, they remind us to spend our precious time wisely and live our lives the way we want to be remembered in the future. Despite the myths, legacy planning is not just for the wealthy, famous, or aging population.

How did successful artists overcome the myth of "starving" artists and become "legendary"?

Artworks immortalize the lives of the artists, and catalogue raisonné is one way to keep their legacies alive. Find out what a catalogue raisonné is, its benefits, and how to create one.