Why Most Filipino Artists Never Make It Abroad

About this episode

Geloy Concepcion discusses the challenges and realities faced by Filipino artists trying to succeed abroad.

In this episode, @geloyconcepcion shares what it really means to build a life through art.. from growing up in Pandacan, drawing every day as a kid, to becoming a Filipino photographer and artist whose work now reaches people around the world. This conversation goes deeper into the reality of being a creative.. why talent is only the beginning, why artists need to professionalize their work, and why personal projects matter when your passion becomes your business. Geloy also shares the story behind his work, his move to America, and how portraits, words, and anonymity helped him create art that makes people feel seen. We discuss: * How Geloy started drawing as a kid in Pandacan * Why talent alone is not enough for creatives * The importance of professionalizing your art * Why personal work keeps your passion alive * How artists can balance business and creativity * The story behind Bad Days Are Temporary If you’re a creative trying to build a life from your art.. this episode is for you. Credit: @geloyconcepcion x @smalltalkpodcasts Join our community: SmallTalk After Hours https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18L65QkBY2/ Follow Geloy: Facebook…

People in this episode

Host: Alec Cuenca

Guests: geloyconcepcion, Geloy Concepcion

Topics covered

• Filipino artists
• creativity
• professionalism in art
• personal projects
• art and business
• cultural identity

Keywords

• Filipino artists
• art career
• creativity
• professional art
• personal projects
• business and art
• cultural identity

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: SmallTalk After Hours, HarperCollins Focus

Books & works: Bad Days Are Temporary

Places: Pandacan

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