Ten Minute Artist

Ten Minute Artist

Habits, not activities.

Your results are the sum of your habits.

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Adam Ming
Mar 03, 2026
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I’m using this as an example.

People want to know what are all the things they need to do to get work as a professional illustrator.

Here’s the list:

  • Build a portfolio

  • Making time to create

  • Get feedback on your work

  • Meet regularly with artist friends

  • Contact potential clients regularly

  • Make adjustments to your approach

Just remember, that these are not once and done, each activity produces a result over time and the combination of them will keep you in good work. But here’s the thing..

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