“It’s easy to talk about artists in lofty and spiritual terms,” said Dana Gioia, chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts.
“Without denying the higher purposes of the artistic vocation, it’s also important to remember that artists play an important role in America’s cultural vitality and economic prosperity. Artists have immense financial and social impact as well as cultural impact.”
-excerpt from New York Times article “21st Century Profile: Art for Art’s Sake, and for the U.S. Economy, Too” by Sam Roberts
Mr. Robert’s information rich article on the National Endowment for the Arts Study: “Artists in the Workforce: 1990-2005″ , gives a healthy overview of the first nationwide profile of professional artists in the 21st century.
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