Comments on: An Interview with John T. Unger – Artist and Impossibility Remediation Specialist

By: The Fiery Source

The Fiery Source — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 02:44:50 +0000

I agree business should be fun, if it’s fun then you will never work a day in your life. Enjoyed the article very much. PS I found you via Copyblogger. Thanks

By: Zoe

Zoe — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 02:14:55 +0000

It’s heartening to see that John has successfully made a career for himself and his art by dodging the traditional approach. The internet is truly transforming the options available to artists, which means galleries and art critics no longer get to be the all-powerful gatekeepers of the art world.

It’s true that it definitely adds hard work (going into business for yourself), but it also adds a hefty dose of independence.

Great interview!

By: David Flatcat Ronnie

David Flatcat Ronnie — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 20:09:12 +0000

There was a ton of great points made in this interview like:

“If there is anything you are unwilling to think about, you have lost the ability to think.” (and the other snippets that the previous commenters mentioned).

I’m definitely going to be looking into John T. Unger and his work a lot now.

Also, its great to find an artist who not only has a talent but the business savvy to back it up which is a bit of a rarity.

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By: Keith Crawford

Keith Crawford — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 18:30:30 +0000

I agree business should be fun, if not I would just go back to working a traditional 9-5 job and be a clock watcher. My older brother just the other day asked me what do I do all day, if he only knew the possibilities.

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By: finola prescott

finola prescott — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 21:49:33 +0000

In order to create something that is truly new, one of the best paths is to explore the “unthinkable.”

That’s the part that resonates most for me. The fun part too.

All in all, very encouraging info and advice – will look out for you on twitter too.

By: Linda Naiman

Linda Naiman — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 18:34:27 +0000

Great interview. I like the distinctions you make about your roles as artist, designer and entrepreneur.

By: Catherine Cantieri, Sorted

Catherine Cantieri, Sorted — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 17:44:29 +0000

“One of the biggest lessons I try to get across to other creatives is this: Business is fun.” Love it! Great interview; I’m now following John on Twitter.