Do you ever wonder what life would have been like had you chosen a more standard path? Does everyone have these doubts sometimes? We wanted to find out and so we asked as many talented artists and creatives as we could and have shared highlights below.

Gail Titus

It has always been a challenge for me to make my living as an artist, I think particularly because I think that I have skill sets that would allow me to be successful in other professions. Read more>>

Ramiro Torres

I’m 1000% happier doing what I do. Even before I knew I wanted to be a Radio personality, I knew that I DIDN’T want a regular job. Read more>>

Sofia Tonin

I recently started at a commercial studio in Minneapolis as a CG Generalist Intern and have been living in a big city for the first time. Read more>>

Sara Ballek

I could say with certainty that I am happy as an artist, but I can honestly admit that I have pondered the idea of what it would be like to work a regular job. Read more>>

Faizan Bazmee

I am very happy working as a creative because, for me, working as a creative doesn’t feel like work, and that is the best part. I think every creative person or artist has had thoughts about how it would be if they were working a regular job. Read more>>

C.M. O’Brien

First and foremost, while I understand the question being presented here, I need to stress that being an artist or a creative is not considered a “regular job” only because we don’t get paid what we’re worth for it per hour by some overseeing official. Read more>>

Lauren Whipple

I have this thought pretty much every day. My partner works in a corporate 8-5 job, and while I find my feet with my artistic career, I’m working a full-time job at a retail store to make ends meet. Read more>>

Kelvin Jones

YES I am definitely happy as an artist and creative to be honest I don’t know what I would be doing if I wasn’t a DJ. I think about it all the time if I did have a regular job how unhappy I would be, that’s actually how I came to find DJing. Read more>>

Dean Carter

I grew up very religious. The majority of all male figures in my life where pastors of some sort and my mother relied on the church to help guide her children. Read more>>

Forrest Darden

I think the most concerning issue for musicians who are distributing their music through distribution gate keepers like United Masters to name a few is the despicable amount of funds that are earned on both sides of the coin for the artists as well as the company itself. Read more>>

Palenque Doddington

New York has such a culture for working non-stop, but is also an epicenter for creatives to let them showcase what they do. Many believe these two go hand in hand. Read more>>

Kassie Woodworth

I have had several day jobs over the years while practicing my artwork professionally. From helping make silicone finishing lures from scratch, to sewing plush toys, to cleaning houses, the day jobs keep me alive and moving forward but I constantly question if it’s sustainable long term. Read more>>

Monèè

As an artist, I find great joy and fulfillment in expressing my creativity through my work. The freedom to explore new ideas and bring them to life is truly gratifying. Read more>>

Kim Ellis

Yes, I’m absolutely happier as an artist. The fact that I have the freedom and opportunity to pursue my passion is an absolute dream come true and I am in constant awe of all the diverse experiences and lessons and growth I’ve witnessed and experienced. Read more>>

Rosalba Valdez

I’m extremely happy living my life as an artist! I truly feel it has afforded me a unique perspective in life. It allows me to live romantically and place value on the things that I believe matter, like human lives and joy as well as taking care of nature. Read more>>

William “Lil Jiggy” King

My Happiness komes from the lil things in Life. I Cherish every moment as my last! So I would say I’m more happy being creative because I live life like it’s no tomorrow. Read more>>

Lamonte Goode

I’ve always wondered what normal life would be like without being an artist. Being an artist I’ve always had the pleasure of traveling , performances and usually getting paid for what I love doing. I truly believed that I am following my purpose. Read more>>

Viktoriya D’Art

I have always been creative, but I have not always called myself an artist. To believe in myself, I changed more than one profession. As a child, my parents gave me the right to choose what to do. Read more>>

Claire Eisel

I am happy as a clam! I know what it is like to have a regular job. My favorite job I had was being a designer, but I am infinitely happier with my current line of work as an an artist and entrepreneur and cannot imagine not doing those things! Read more>>

Matthew Santia

I always think about what it would be like to have a “normal” 9-5 job instead of being a creative. I’m well aware that it’s very realistic and probable to have a career as a creative and have a house, partner and family. Read more>>

Zhengyingyue Huang

As a professional musician, my journey is a mix of bittersweet moments. I incredibly love my job: As a musician and opera singer, my role is to tell stories and amplify emotions through music. Read more>>

Melissa Atencia

Whenever I finish working on a project (film, tv show, music video, etc), I feel completely fulfilled and glad I decided to pursue my career as a Makeup Artist Read more>>

Mike Morelli

Without a doubt this is the greatest thing that has ever happened to me. Such a huge leap of faith, so much risk involved, the scariness of the unknown, and dealing with the critics, it can all be very overwhelming. Read more>>

Rytham Singla

This question pops into my mind whenever I cannot find a gig or a job. What if I was a regular company employee? Would I be under extreme stress? Read more>>

Kathy Harder

Yes absolutely! I actually am lucky enough to have both, a creative artist job and working on my ranch complements my equine observation skills. Read more>>

Krisha Bafna

Absolutely, often amidst the stress of multiple projects and deadlines, and the endless hustle to obtain clients or projects, it can be hard to remember why I chose the creative path in the first place. Read more>>