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"The life of an artist requires a special kind of freedom, flexibility, and spontaneity that may seem incompatible with the commitment of a fellowship. This misconception makes it easy for new graduates or career transitioners in this category to fall into the ‘starving artist’ stereotype as they start their first major works. Contrary to popular belief, however, this does not have to be a necessary phase before finding success..."

A big thanks to ProFellow.com for letting me kick this knowledge on their platform! Check this out, but please know this is only the preview. Hip Hop for Change & Lo-Fi Language Learning are building something dope this year in the true spirit of investing in for the arts, and we can't wait to pull the curtain this Fall~

Beyond the Starving Artist: Navigating Fellowships in the Arts | ProFellow Learn from Fulbright fellow Miles Iton how to begin your artist journey without compromising financial stability through funded fellowships and programs.

"Approaching my creative practice as a transferable skill is how I managed to give myself an edge in fellowship applications, cross over into new industries, and establish a vantage point for building my small business acumen. Thus, the best tip I can offer to anyone of a creative bent perusing Profellow at the moment is to revere & regard your creativity as much as you would like a hiring committee to!"

Catch these gems and more in my new interview article published by ProFellow.com 🙏

Hip-hop Meets Language Education: A Fulbright Scholar’s Innovative Approach | ProFellow Explore the fusion of hip-hop and language education with Fulbright Scholar Miles Iton and his innovative ventures, Language Learning, and teaching in Taiwan.

As the first rap song to ever win an Oscar, Lose Yourself is known as one of the most inspirational songs of all time. Enjoy this little throwback for y’all this week from us at Lo-Fi.