Issue 8 – the Creative Economy – is created for individuals who find themselves at the intersection of pursuing arts as a career, and earning a living from what has been a passion and probably a hobby for them. This issue takes a deep dive into the intricacies of the creative sector as an income generator, and the ways in which the powers that be are facilitating the rapid growth of the creative industries. In this issue, we acknowledge that art is a redefinition of the culture of living and earning an income