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Ugly Talk: The Art Hustle in Chicago

May 29 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

​💡 What’s the Big Deal

​The artist hustle is real—and it’s rarely pretty. From exploitation to burnout, underpayment to rejection, creatives face an uphill battle when pursuing their dreams. Join us for a raw, no-BS conversation about the ugly side of the art world and learn how to navigate it with resilience, strategic insight, and genuine support.

​🧠 What You’ll Learn

  • ​Breaking In Without Burning Out: Tactics to sustain your craft, your sanity, and your bank account.
  • ​Rejection, Recognition & Revenue: Strategies for handling setbacks while building a name and a living.
  • ​Finding Your People: How to connect with the right collaborators, mentors, and creative communities.
  • ​Real Talk from Real Artists: Honest, unvarnished stories of struggle, success, and everything in between.

Details

Date:
May 29
Time:
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Website:
https://lu.ma/pofwmjzi

Venue

The Yard: Fulton Market
1101 West Lake Street
Chicago, IL 60607 United States
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Phone
(312) 940-5162
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