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RE: Do or Don't: Turning Art into Business

in #flowers7 years ago (edited)

The fifth one down on the left inspires me. Makes me think of the golden crown worn by the goddess Demeter, possibly my favorite combination of elements for a Greek God to rule over.

About six years ago, I made the decision to start teaching ballroom dancing to make some extra money on the side. For years I told myself I would never do it, unless I had to, because I wanted to continue to train and enjoy the social aspect of the creative hobby. I was afraid the business side would steal my light, and make me hate dancing.

There is some truth, that my interest has faded. Was this the fault of turning it into a business? I think not. It only fueled me to get better at what I do. Time is the element that degrades, ages, and withers away at our enthusiasm. I do not not have the zeal I once had, but I am still an inspiration to many. I can say happily that my decision to make it my business has allowed me to offer a better growing ground for seeds to be planted in the hearts of tender souls. After a while you begin to look around at other businesses that offer the same services that you do, and you begin to think about what you can offer better, and things they don't do. This is what gravitates the type of clients that you will be most excited to work with, and it will motivate you to carry on in your craft.

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That is dried rye and how fitting for the goddess of harvest :). I hadn't thought of making a crown with just rye, but that would gorgeous!

Thank you for sharing your experience of teaching ballroom dancing. It's true that time plays a big role as we inevitably change as we age. I like that you do not attribute these changes to business, but simply to how life works. Thank you also for your advice to keep carrying on and to refine my services. Your words are well-heeded :).