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Parent page: Cultural Groups Supporting Artists
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Art is a vital part of the world we live in. Without art, the world would be very dark. Seeing how important artists are, it is only fair to support them. 
The support of the community means a lot to artists. Sometimes, people are unsure how they can help an artist’s career. The truth is, though, there are countless ways for art lovers to show their appreciation for their favourite artists. Here are a couple of easy ways you can provide support to the artists that make our world a better place:
Donations
Sometimes, when artists are struggling, they reach out to their admirers for help. A donation, no matter how small, can go a long way in showing how much you care about an artist and their work. In other situations, professionals might offer their goods or services in exchange for a fee. Giving donations not only boosts the morale of artists, but it also gives them extra money to finance their art projects. Attending concerts and galleries is another great way to help artists out.
Positive Feedback
Support can also be shown in non-monetary form. Giving positive feedback after you see artwork that you like can be even better than giving a 
donation. When an artist knows that people appreciate their work, they are motivated to work even harder. Giving positive feedback encourages artists to reflect on their work, and can even help them see things from an entirely new perspective.
Sharing Artwork Online
With the help of the internet, it is very easy for visual artwork to ‘go viral.’ All someone has to do is share a piece of art with their friends. This can continue until the artwork reaches a vast number of people. Having more people acknowledge the hard work that artists put into their work is another great way to show your support for them.