Passion. It is something that seems to be so important for artists to have. Many artists are chastised for trying to profit off their work, and people take notice when a work was created just for the paycheck. But why is that so vital? Why is lacking passion for a project seen as a bad thing?br br There are many factors to look into when it comes to being passionate when pursuing any form of art. However, the most vital factor is the fact that art becoming a career is not a guarantee.