Dear Readers: I appreciate it when people give me “updates” on previously published advice. This update follows the Q&A, which was originally published in 2016.
Dear Amy: I’m hoping for a career in art, specifically as an illustrator. Three years ago I graduated with an art degree and have been working to make that happen, doing a lot of research, building a portfolio and exploring my options. I work part time to keep myself fed, but otherwise I’m always drawing, painting and networking.