The best art merges expression and communication, lighting up both the artist and the audience. Creating solely for algorithms can lead to burnout as it shifts the focus to outcome and maximization of reach, rather than personal fulfillment. This approach can result in work that lacks personal passion and turns creative endeavors into a task to achieve specific goals, moving away from the essence of play that drives genuine artistic expression.
The Minimalists sit down with the founder of Patreon, Jack Conte, to discuss the death of the follower, earning a living from creative work, why the joy of creating is often ruined by the demands of revenue, and more.
Discussed in this episode:
What’s the minimalist-approved way to ethically promote my creative work? (1:57)
If you could earn a living doing anything in the world, what would it be? (21:56)
What two new segments are coming to The Minimalists Private Podcast? (43:50)
Listener insight: a poem about decluttering. (45:41)
Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast