How Drained Eye Built a Full-Time Art Career

Fork in the Road between starving and thriving artist

Want to become a full-time, financially thriving artist? In this episode of the Fork in the Road art podcast, we chat with Jason Sanders (aka Drained Eye) about how he turned his passion for art into a sustainable, creative business.

We cover:

🧠 Why you should start selling your art before you feel ready

💀 How his iconic skull motif became a visual signature

💻 The power of digital art and NFTs for reach and revenue

📬 Why your email list is your #1 marketing tool

🎨 How artist residencies shape your creative direction

🤝 Why the Philadelphia art scene is a hidden gem for collaboration

💡 The mindset shift from “surviving” to thriving as an artist

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to level up your art business, this episode is packed with real-world tips, inspiration, and strategic advice from someone who’s done it.

📌 Follow Drained Eye (Jason Sanders): https://drainedeye.com/

🎧 More from Andy Marshall + thriving artist resources: https://andycmarshall.com/

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The Scenic Route: Extended 1 hour video interview

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