Robert asks, “What advice would you have for someone trying to make connections now if they didn't make any connections while in school?”
University can be a great place to form connections, but it’s not the be-all, end-all. Interacting on social media and participating in art shows and conventions are effective strategies for meeting other artists. The key is to foster those new connections after the initial meeting. You can do this by sending periodic texts to check in on your contacts. Better yet, invite them to do things with you: go to shows, sketch together, or attend workshops. Invite them into your life to deepen the relationship, and don’t be afraid to instigate these activities.
Think of it less as networking and more like making friends. What value could you add to another’s life? Bring that to the table without any expectations in return. Your sincerity will attract other like-minded creators looking to build community.
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