Creative Pathways Survey

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* 1. Age (range)

Under 18

18-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65+

Prefer not to answer

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* 2. Gender

Male

Female

Non-binary

Other

Prefer not to say

Other (please specify)

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* 3. How would you describe your ethnicity? (Select all that apply)

Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit)

Hispanic or Latino

Black or African descent

East Asian (e.g., Chinese, Japanese, Korean)

Southeast Asian (e.g., Vietnamese, Filipino, Indonesian)

South Asian (e.g., Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan)

Middle Eastern or North African

White or European Descent

Pacific Islander

Multiracial or Mixed Heritage

Prefer not to answer

Other (please specify)

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* 4. What is your current marital or relationship status?

Single, never married

Married, or in a domestic partnership

Separated

Divorced

Widowed

In a committed relationship (not married)

Prefer not to answer

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* 5. In what country do you currently reside?

Canada

United States

Other (please specify)

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* 6. In what Province/State do you live?

SECTION 2. ARTISTIC CAREER & EXPERIENCE

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* 7. What is your primary artistic medium?

Painting

Drawing

Sculpture

Photography

Digital arts

Videography

Other (please specify)

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* 8. How many years of experience do you have as a visual artist?

Less than 1 year

1-5 years

6-10 years

11-15 years

More than 15 years

Other (please specify)

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* 9. Which of the following best describes your career stage?

Aspiring (seeking opportunities and exposure, little or no financial success)

Emerging (gaining recognition, occasional income, but still growing)

Established (consistent income, regular exhibitions, or commissions)

Accomplished (well-known, significant financial stability, wide recognition)

Other (please specify)

SECTION 3. CHALLENGES & BARRIERS

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* 10. What are the main challenges you face as an artist.(Select all that apply)

Financial instability (e.g., inconsistent income)

Competition with AI-generated content

Difficulty gaining exposure and recognition

Struggles with self-promotion and marketing (e.g., navigating social media algorithms)

Balancing creativity with commercial demands

Limited access to resources (e.g., studio spaces, materials, grants)

Mental health challenges (e.g., burnout, anxiety)

Evolving technology (e.g., staying updated on digital tools, AI)

Sustainability concerns in art production

Limited access to local art markets, festivals, or exhibitions

Other (please specify)

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* 11. Which of the above is your TOP concern?

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* 12. How has AI (e.g., generative art) affected your career?

Positively (e.g., new tools, broader reach)

Negatively (e.g., increased competition, devaluation of hand-crafted art)

No impact

Not sure yet

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* 13. Are you able to make a living solely through your art?

Yes

Partially (art supplements another income)

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* 14. What type of support or resources would help you overcome these challenges? (Select all that apply).

Mentorship programs

Arts grants and funding opportunities

Mental health and well-being support

Workshops on business skills (e.g., contracts, pricing, marketing)

Workshops on evolving technology (e.g., AI, digital tools)

Affordable studio and exhibition spaces

Networking opportunities (e.g., local or international artist meetups)

Representation by galleries or agents

Expanded access to art markets and festivals

Opportunities for online exhibitions or sales

Sustainability initiatives and eco-friendly materials

Print & Digital Media coverage

Other (please specify)

SECTION 4: PROMOTION & EXPOSURE

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* 15. How do you currently promote your artwork? (Select all that apply)

Social media (e.g., Instagram, TikTok, etc.)

Art galleries and exhibitions

Online art platforms (e.g., Etsy, Saatchi Art, etc.)

Art fairs and events

Word of mouth

Art agents, publicists, or arts representatives

Other (please specify)

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* 16. How effective are these promotional methods for your work?
(Rate on a scale of 1-5, where 1 = Not effective and 5 = Very effective)

	1 (Not effective)	2	3	4	5 (Very effective)
Social media	Social media 1 (Not effective)	Social media 2	Social media 3	Social media 4	Social media 5 (Very effective)
Physical exhibitions	Physical exhibitions 1 (Not effective)	Physical exhibitions 2	Physical exhibitions 3	Physical exhibitions 4	Physical exhibitions 5 (Very effective)
Online marketplaces	Online marketplaces 1 (Not effective)	Online marketplaces 2	Online marketplaces 3	Online marketplaces 4	Online marketplaces 5 (Very effective)
Art fairs and events	Art fairs and events 1 (Not effective)	Art fairs and events 2	Art fairs and events 3	Art fairs and events 4	Art fairs and events 5 (Very effective)
Other (if used above)	Other (if used above) 1 (Not effective)	Other (if used above) 2	Other (if used above) 3	Other (if used above) 4	Other (if used above) 5 (Very effective)

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* 17. What obstacles do you face in promoting your artwork? (Select all that apply)

Difficulty navigating social media algorithms

Lack of time for self-promotion

High competition online

Limited access to galleries or exhibitions

Need for better marketing skills

None of the above

Other (please specify)

SECTION 5: TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION

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* 18. In what ways do you leverage technology and digital platforms to enhance your artistic career (Select all that apply)

Online art sales platforms

Social media for promotion and networking

Digital art tools and software

Virtual exhibitions or galleries

None of the above

Other (please specify)

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* 19. How do you stay updated on new technologies (e.g., AI, digital tools) in the art world? (Select all that apply)

Workshops and training programs

Online tutorials and resources

Peer recommendations

I don't actively follow technology updates

None of the above

Other (please specify)

SECTION 6: PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT

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* 20. Who do you rely on for guidance in your artistic journey? (Select all the apply)

Family

Artist colleagues

Gallery owners

Collectors

Mentors or advisors

Online art communities

Professional services (e.g., art agents, publicists)

Other (please specify)

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* 21. What type of formal or informal training have you received?

None

Art school/ college/university

Workshops or short courses

Self-taught

Other (please specify)

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* 22. Which business skills do you feel you need to improve? (Select all that apply)

Contracts and negotiations

Pricing and financial management

Marketing and self-promotion

Understanding art law and copyrights

Other (please specify)

SECTION 7: FUTURE GOALS

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* 23. What are your primary artistic goals for the next 1-3 years?

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* 24. How do you plan to achieve these goals?

SECTION 8: FEEDBACK & FOLLOW-UP

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* 25. Is there anything else you would like to share about the challenges or opportunities artists face today?

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* 26. Would you like to receive a summary of the survey findings or join our newsletter?

Yes

If Yes, please provide email

Creative Pathways Survey

Introduction

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* 1. Age (range)

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* 2. Gender

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* 3. How would you describe your ethnicity? (Select all that apply)

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* 4. What is your current marital or relationship status?

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* 5. In what country do you currently reside?

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* 6. In what Province/State do you live?

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* 7. What is your primary artistic medium?

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* 8. How many years of experience do you have as a visual artist?

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* 9. Which of the following best describes your career stage?

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* 10. What are the main challenges you face as an artist.(Select all that apply)

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* 11. Which of the above is your TOP concern?

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* 12. How has AI (e.g., generative art) affected your career?

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* 13. Are you able to make a living solely through your art?

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* 14. What type of support or resources would help you overcome these challenges? (Select all that apply).

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* 15. How do you currently promote your artwork? (Select all that apply)

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* 16. How effective are these promotional methods for your work?(Rate on a scale of 1-5, where 1 = Not effective and 5 = Very effective)

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* 17. What obstacles do you face in promoting your artwork? (Select all that apply)

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* 18. In what ways do you leverage technology and digital platforms to enhance your artistic career (Select all that apply)

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* 19. How do you stay updated on new technologies (e.g., AI, digital tools) in the art world? (Select all that apply)

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* 20. Who do you rely on for guidance in your artistic journey? (Select all the apply)

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* 21. What type of formal or informal training have you received?

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* 22. Which business skills do you feel you need to improve? (Select all that apply)

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* 23. What are your primary artistic goals for the next 1-3 years?

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* 24. How do you plan to achieve these goals?

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* 25. Is there anything else you would like to share about the challenges or opportunities artists face today?

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* 26. Would you like to receive a summary of the survey findings or join our newsletter?

* 16. How effective are these promotional methods for your work?
(Rate on a scale of 1-5, where 1 = Not effective and 5 = Very effective)