Ten best day jobs for artists

The right job can support and strengthen your artistic practice.
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Most artists have had a ‘day job’ at some point: Sidney Nolan worked at the Fayrefield Hat factory, Patrick White was a stockman, and Helen Garner worked as a teacher. The economic reality of working as an artist, performer or writer means most people also require a day job to supplement their creative work.  

We’ve compiled a list of jobs that can help you make connections and contacts, enrich your practice and support your creative work.

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Emma Clark Gratton
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Emma Clark Gratton is an ArtsHub staff writer.