Is it even possible to make a better living as a fine artist?

Absolutely. If you know what you're doing.

If you've sold your art, that's evidence that you could be selling more.

Yet, most professional fine artists are fearfully clutching a confidence-crushing formula.

1. (WORK) hard.
2. (SHOW) which we know doesn't mean selling your fine art.
3. (HOPE) that a better representative will choose you.
4. (REPEAT) until your dignity is destroyed and you give up.

No one can guarantee your success, but the same tired formula guarantees failure.

Hint: Build a profitable fine art business instead of building an art career.