Hard Truths: Why Am I Addicted to Buying Figurative Painting?

I’ve been in the art world for over thirteen years and have really struggled with not being able to show. I have an MFA, I’ve worked as an assistant to many successful artists as an assistant, and my friends have modest careers. But after thirteen years of trying, I still can’t get a show. Admittedly, I wasn’t always happy with my work, but I’ve reached a point where I feel more than ready to exhibit it. I invite people over, visit other studios, apply to every rele