Trust the Evidence: Paying Artists is a Sound Investment
Ireland has shown that a basic income for artists can improve their wellbeing and output, making it a policy worth considering for Australia.
The author reflects on a period in their life when they were interested in handy home hints, trying various DIY methods due to financial constraints.
They discovered that newspaper can clean glass better than kitchen paper, dish detergent can remove oil stains from fabric, and isopropyl alcohol can remove Sharpie from some surfaces.
The author notes that this interest in DIY hints was not just a phase, but rather a reflection of their genuine interest in chemistry.
No money led to a fascination with handy home hints and chemistry.
Author's summary: Paying artists can boost their wellbeing and output.