Creatives are sold a belief that they will forever have to sacrifice for their art. Sacrifice can mean a lot of things but it usually involves financial hardship, overwork and burnout, lack of time and resources for personal creative projects, and delayed life milestones.

But it doesn't have to be this way. When arts professionals are better informed about the different types of income streams they can pursue, and the tradeoffs associated with each type, they can create financial stability, a more spacious schedule, and a more fulfilling career.