Why You Shouldn’t Wait for Funding Before You Start

In this solo episode, Ceri talks about a common thing that holds artists and creatives back, waiting for funding, permission or the perfect time to get started. She shares why there is never a perfect time to start and how to succeed as an artist in any field, is just to begin and make things happen.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1. The Work Comes Before the Money: Funding follows momentum, funders, collectors, commissioners want to back projects, not just ideas.
2. The ‘Right Conditions’ Are a Myth: There’s this common belief that you need the perfect time, space, or set of skills before you can really commit to your work. But there is no perfect time.
3. Exploration Leads to Evolution: No amount of planning can replace doing. Once you actually start, you learn what works, what excites you, and what you really need and the more you create, the more momentum builds.

BEST MOMENTS

“If your project only exists in your head, it’s incredibly difficult for anyone else to get excited about it.”

“You don’t need ideal conditions, you just need to begin.”

“Even just saying out loud what you’re working on makes it more real. Don’t let funders, gatekeepers, or circumstances dictate your creative momentum.”

EPISODE RESOURCES

PODCAST HOST BIO

With over 30 years in the art world, Ceri has worked closely with leading artists and arts professionals, managed public and private galleries and charities, and curated more than 250 exhibitions and events. She sold artworks to major museums and private collectors and commissioned thousands of works across diverse media, from renowned artists such as John Akomfrah, Pipilotti Rist, Rafael Lozano-Hemmer and Vito Acconci. Now, she wants to share her extensive knowledge with you, so you can excel and achieve your goals.

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