Living & Working

Introduction

Being an artist can be difficult financially, emotionally and professionally; add to that living in Europe's most expensive city is a further complication.  Given that artists and craftspeople in London earn, on average, less than the minimum wage, how is it possible to exist in this climate, and still have time to practice?

This section provides some possible answers to this question, from benefits, housing options and counselling to specific organisations working with minority ethnic groups, parents and disabled people.

The main menu on the left links to all available options in this section.