In the twenty-first century, the free art market is a sector that has long maintained its unique ability within the financial system and persistently remained relatively stable during some of the most unpredictable periods. Working in the free art market has advantages: diversity is encouraged, and the artist is not limited to just painting and sketching. Free art markets also boost the self-awareness and conviction of artists. Limited chances are a drawback of the free market in art because there is fierce competition for artist positions.
Artists were a critical element for European monarchs and churches promoting their dominance. The most prestigious assignment an artist could receive at the period was to create a picture of a monarch; therefore they had a preference for taking on jobs for reputable clientele. The kings, queens, princesses, and princes of Rubens’ period gave him commissions due to his work which was among the reasons he preferred working for them. Rubens was given the privilege to travel, which was unusual for European individuals at the time, because of his link to the monarch. He also earned a reputation as a true courtier around the world, and he was able to interact with his distinguished models while making diplomatic proposals in the comparatively private setting of his portrait sessions, illuminating why artists preferred to work for well-established institutions.
Any artist who needs to create will find that traveling is essential and substantially aids in the progression of their careers. Travel enriches an idea or concept, shocks their perspective, and motivates them to create masterpieces, as was the case for Rubens, who had the chance to travel and paint princes. Being employed by an established employer would be ideal for me because it provides a suitable working atmosphere (Woronkowicz & Noonan, 2018). Every reputable employer invests in ensuring that their staff has all the resources required, which is why I would prefer to be employed. I believe that opportunities are better than self-employment while working for reputable firms.
Reference
Woronkowicz, J., & Noonan, D. S. (2018). Who goes freelance? the determinants of self-employment for artists. Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice, 43(4), 651–672. Web.