I'm a big fan of Hugh MacLeod’s sex and cash theory:
The creative person basically has two kinds of jobs. One is the sexy, creative kind. Second is the kind that pays the bills.”
This is true in almost every industry:
If you're a photographer, you can look for the "sexy" job of shooting art photos (cool job, but not high paying), or you can shoot weddings (drag job, but lucrative)
If you're into food, you could start a restaurant (high risk but sexy, potentially low paying) or get a management job at Sysco.
If you're a graphic designer, you can design band posters or brochures for a bank.
Are you a creative person looking to make a living? It's OK to do cool projects in your spare time, but start thinking differently when it comes to making money. Matt Linderman says: "Instead of working with a thing you love, think about how to work in a way you love."