KOTA KINABALU, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Despite producing paintings valued at up to RM30,000, artist Rosemary Yvonne Marcus, 45, earns just RM50 to RM80 a month, largely due to limited marketing opportunities.
Paintings Worth RM30,000, But Artist Earns Just RM80 A Month
PwD, Rosemary Yvonne Marcus, paintings, Telupid, M
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Artist Rosemary Yvonne Marcus, who has hearing and speech impairments, earns only RM50 to RM80 monthly despite creating paintings valued up to RM30,000. Her sister manages her marketing, noting that limited commercial exposure hinders her income potential.
- Rosemary Yvonne Marcus, 45, earns RM50 to RM80 monthly despite paintings worth up to RM30,000.
- Her sister Mary Ann handles marketing and interpretation, citing limited commercial exposure as a barrier.
- Paintings are sold at local exhibitions or via WhatsApp, with prices based on size and detail.
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