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IT'S A LIVING: Surviving as a Freelancer in the 21st Century, The Ultimate Guide to Success for Artists and Creative Professionals [Print Replica] Kindle Edition

by Cristian Aluas (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 25 ratings
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FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS AND WORK FOR YOURSELF

★★★★★ "The Artist's Way for the 21st Century!"

There are over 57 million freelancers in the U.S. alone and growing. The largest segment of that freelance community is made up of artists and creative professionals such as designers, writers, filmmakers, etc. Statistically, freelancers make more money per hour than traditional employees. It's a great way to have a flexible lifestyle and be your own boss. Most colleges and universities don't teach what you learn in the field. That's why this self-help guide is extremely beneficial! Cristian has been a full-time artist for over 18 years, working in Canada and the U.S. He wrote IT'S A LIVING to help creative people make a happy and successful living on their own terms!

"Working with Cristian was a delightful experience! Every aspect of the project was completed with the utmost professionalism. His dedication to delivering a polished finished product was apparent in every interaction we had." - Harvard Business School

Learn to develop a diverse skills to be able to survive and thrive as a freelancer. Adopt a healthy diet and exercise regiment, as well as a work schedule that's designed for maximum productivity. Sales techniques are provided, for winning online commissions on apps like Upwork and Fiverr and strategies for negotiating contracts with clients. Self-marketing and branding are also explored, as well as resources for creating residual income. IT'S A LIVING also analyses why we're artists, by exposing Cristian's unique and adventurous journey. This book is for everyone that aspires to become a professional or is curious about freelancing.

"IT'S A LIVING" is truly a great read!

"Fact-filled book... unpretentious... and very relatable." -Norman Pirollo, Pirollo Design

This non-fiction book is beautifully-adorned with many of Cristian's best artworks. The Kindle edition displays all the works in full colour, while the paperback features black and white art and photos on quality cream paper! The hardcover is also in black and white on creamy satin pages, with a blue cotton hardcover, gold foil lettering, and a wraparound dust-jacket!

Purchase IT'S A LIVING today, in the best format for you, and inspire yourself toward a beautiful life and career as a professional artist!

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Praise for Cristian S. Aluas and IT'S A LIVING:

"Working with Cristian was a delightful experience! Every aspect of the project was completed with the utmost professionalism. His dedication to delivering a polished finished product was apparent in every interaction we had."
-Harvard Business School

"Fact-filled book... unpretentious... and very relatable."
-Norman Pirollo, Pirollo Design

"Told with equal parts personal narrative, common-sense how-to, and nuts-and-bolts failures and successes, you will learn what to do, what to avoid, and how to ultimately achieve success in this challenging, unique, and ever-more popular and expanding freelance world we live in."
-Michael Mohr, Pushcart Prize-Nominated Writer and Freelance Editor

About the Author

Cristian S. Aluas (pronounced KRIS-TEE-an ah-LOO-ahsh) is an artist and writer. He is known for the graphic novel titled Big Boss Comic and the non-fiction IT'S A LIVING: Surviving as a Freelancer in the 21st Century, The Ultimate Guide to Success for Artists and Creative Professionals. Cristian currently lives in Manhattan and enjoys creative pursuits, exercise, and travel.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07YVBT9WG
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Masterpiece Art School (December 8, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 8, 2019
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Cristian S. Aluas is a Romania-born Canadian artist and writer. He's the creator of the "Big Boss" graphic novel series and the author of "IT'S A LIVING: Surviving as a Freelancer in the 21st Century." He currently lives in Manhattan.

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Emily
5.0 out of 5 stars Looking to be a full time freelance artist - this is for you!
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2021
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What an incredibly helpful book! Cristian S. Aluas takes you on an artistic journey through his eyes. Having dedicated his entire adult life (and a portion of his childhood also) to becoming a successful freelance artist, he has written down his experiences - both good and bad - for you to learn from in this book.

If you are an artist who is struggling to make a living, BUY THIS BOOK! You can thank me later!
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Ezenwa
5.0 out of 5 stars The freelancer's best friend
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2021
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This may very well be the best book to get if you ever wanted to be part of the growing world of freelance work. It covers a variety of topics and they all hit the mark. Definitely a must buy.
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KiMee Price
5.0 out of 5 stars Such an amazing book!
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2021
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I love what I learned by reading this book and I love how it was a book I could easily relate to! It made an amazing read!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great guidebook for Today!
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2020
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The book takes you on the heroes journey. Finding the passions that drive the artist and having a guidebook by Cristian who has walked the walk and made it work. This may be one of the most important items you read at this time.
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Eric
5.0 out of 5 stars The unveiled secret
Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2020
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Wow, what a book! It's autobiographical commentary on Nietzsche that describes how to make a living in NYC as a freelance artist. Soul-baring, witty and profound. A must read book in my book!
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BO WANG
5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous!
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2021
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This book is resourceful, sincere and with nice personal touch. A fabulous self-help book for artists!
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Harvey Manes
5.0 out of 5 stars Must read
Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2019
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Excellent. I strongly recommend all artists read this book. Very informative and well written. Pearl's of wisdom and insights that are very helpful.
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Karim Lopez Pichardo
5.0 out of 5 stars It's all in the title
Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2023
One of the absolute best books about the topic of freelancing. The best part is the multidisciplinary approach of the author: here is a guy who has seen it all. Fine arts, commercial illustration, comics, graphic design.... You name it. He really talks from the experience. Do yourself a favor and read this book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An accurate look at the freelancing industry
Reviewed in Canada on July 8, 2023
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A true insight into the involvement of the dealings and processes involved as a creative freelancer for anyone curious. Cristian covers a wide array of topics from conceptualization, billing, execution, compromise, time management, peppered with anecdotes and first hand experiences. Highly recommended!
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Joey Clarkson
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book! 100% recommend!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 3, 2021
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This book is excellent! I like that it's a personal account t of how he made it in the art world; the best lesson is experience, right? The content is engaging, the author is fantastic and the book feels really nice in the hands, so you can tell that every step of making this book has been well thought out and executed with attention to detail!
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