How To Make Money With Art

[Brigitte Martin]

Embroidery on a piece of knitting.

Kate Talbot: "I made ‘counterknit’ after a conversation with a friend about how difficult it was to make money from art. It is a tongue in cheek response to how I make my money by physically having to make it. I chose the £10 note purely because I happened to have that note in my purse at the time. Although it is a humorous piece it also addresses the fact that people often take art purely at face value and don’t appreciate the time, energy, and true cost involved in making something unique."

Kate studied Graphic Design and Fine Art before turning her attention to Illustration. Since graduating from Central St. Martins in 2002, her work has received much attention and has been exhibited alongside Tracy Emin and Grayson Perry.

Kate draws with thread and wool, creating layers of color and texture which pull the viewer in. Her work is witty, thought provoking, and unique.

Kate welcomes all inquiries and is always happy to undertake commissions.

More information on Artist's website.

SOURCE: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/1MmBn9f1kt9CjJ0sy569gpt/could-you-make-this-five-jawdropping-crafts-from-around-the-uk