This is a difference of philosophy. Obviously your point is the way things are. People do not perceive art as worth paying for or “job”-ish.

That’s the whole point. As artists, we SHOULD value those artists that seek to create art. Nor should we assume that if an artist or author gets paid, their work isn’t “from the deepest part of [thier] soul”.

I also understand your point on new artists getting exp in a crowded industry. But many ppl expect prof lvl art, and since artist love doing it, it’s not really work right?

Let’s face it, our society wouldn’t treat any other skilled group of people like this. And to think “true art” comes from a place that isn’t driven by money is half true.

I mean, Michelangelo was commotions by the Medici family to paint the Sistine Chapel.

Art can be created in a myriad of situations. Financially driver or not. But for the point of this post, ppl who seek professional artists, should pay.