Quizzes

WHAT'S YOUR ARTIST TYPE?

Scroll down to take the Quizzes! The two quiz/assessments below were designed by CBU Adjunct Professor Adam Watts to help you define and understand the primary ways you function both artistically and within the context of a career.  

1) Quiz #1: DISCOVER YOUR ARTIST TYPE - there are 10 distinct Artist Types, each with their own unique ways of creating and interacting with other types in the context of collaborations. 

2) Quiz #2: DISCOVER YOUR CREATIVE WORK TYPE - there are 7 distinct Creative Work Types. Each type has a unique way of functioning in the context of a career in the arts.


(Scroll down below the quizzes for detailed descriptions of the Artist Types)


What do my test results mean?

There are many great personality and temperament tests out there (The Enneagram, Myers-Briggs, Big Five Aspects Scale), but these two quizzes below have been designed specifically for artists. 

Your Artist Type is not meant to pigeonhole you; we're all highly complex individuals that can't be fully defined by any quiz. That said, having a basic overview, that is relatable to others, can be extremely helpful. These quizzes will give you your primary types, but keep in mind, most of us have some aspects of multiple types. 

You can take the quizzes below and discover your two types. Remember to screenshot your results. 

When you're finished, include your two Artist Types in your CBUartists.com profile (under the sections: "My Artist Type is:" and "My Creative Work Type is:").

Discover Your Artist Type


Discover Your Creative Work Type


Descriptions of each type are below. 


The 10 Watts Artist Types:

1) The Visionary Artist
2) The Consummate Professional
3) The Analyzer Artist 
4) The Tech Artist
5) The Entertainer
6) The Maverick Artist
7) The Dreamer Artist
8) The Feeler Artist
9) The Tortured Artist 
10) The Solo Artist



The 7 Watts Creative Work Types:

1) The Entrepreneur
2) The Connector Organizer
3) The Finisher
4) The Enthusiastic Facilitator
5) The Collaborator
6) The Creative Initiator
7) The Team Player


Visit MyArtistType.com for detailed descriptions of each type. 
WATTS ARTIST TYPE Short Descriptions: 


1) The Visionary Artist

The Visionary Artist has a unique ability to envision the whole and work backwards to the parts. This gift for gestalt thinking gives them a natural understanding of what we call "The 3 Ps"; • Patterns • Potential • Path

2) The Consummate Professional

The Consummate Professional is as technically proficient as they are creative. They have good aesthetic taste and a meticulous approach to their craft. This makes them a reliable, well balanced professional artist.


3) The Analyzer Artist 

This artist has a sharp mind and cares deeply about their work. They carefully consider it from every possible angle and have a gift for being able to creatively balance both the macro and micro for the best results. The Analyzer Artist aims their analytical & creative talents toward a deep commitment to pushing themselves to hold to the highest of standards in every possible way.


4) The Tech Artist

Not only is The Tech Artist a deeply creative and expressive artist, but more so than most, they also have an instinctual understanding of how to effectively use the gear and technology involved in making their creative ideas a reality in their chosen medium. The Tech Artist is both inventive and productive.


5) The Entertainer

The Entertainer Artist lives to perform. Whether for a huge audience or just one person, they thrive on sharing their talents with people and feel right at home being the center of attention. They have a natural charisma and have a gift for bringing people together. They have the ability to light up a room with a unique and obvious energy that defies explanation.


6) The Maverick Artist

The Maverick Artist is unpredictable and individualistic. They're priority is to create unique and inventive work. Even in collaborations they're often the artistic lone wolf, focused on to paving their own way. They're often eccentric in beneficial ways and enjoy being different. A rebel with a cause, The Maverick Artist is a creative force of nature that balances innovation & productivity.

7) The Dreamer Artist

The Dreamer Artist is highly creative and has a vivid imagination. They thrive on delving deep into their internal world of creative invention and emerging with unique ideas. Though some may think they have their "head in the clouds", they know intuitively that it's not only where they're meant to be, but it's where the artistic magic is found.

8) The Feeler Artist

The Feeler Artist is highly expressive and filters life & artistry through their emotions. More so than most other artists, they seek out and are fueled by inspiration and know how to ride it like a wave. This enables them to create work that can be very powerful and filled with a sense of vitality. Their sensitivity is a primary component of their artistry and personality.

9) The Tortured Artist 

Though it may seem like a cliché, the archetype of the tortured artist actually fits this type well; they often genuinely suffer for their artistry. Their work is often deeply powerful, meaningful, and unique; the result of deep consideration and personal expression.

10) The Solo Artist

The Solo Artist is the epitome of the serious, introspective and thoughtful artist. Their work is highly personal and they likely consider it to be a direct extension of who they are inside. They're not only comfortable working alone, but tend to prefer it over collaborations. Their core goal is to create work that is a direct reflection of their own tastes and perspectives.

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CREATIVE WORK TYPE Short Descriptions:


1) The Entrepreneur:

In the context of work, this artist has a harmonious blend of creative and business sensibilities. They desire to be their own boss, make their own hours and enjoy a high level of freedom and responsibility. They're usually highly conscientious,  industrious and mid to low in trait neuroticism (on The Big 5 Aspects scale). Their high emotional and relational intelligence allows them to build relationships and navigate complex situations interpersonally and in business.

 2) The Connector Organizer:  

 In the context of work, this artist is extroverted and enjoys putting together productive and creative teams. This person naturally sees how the strengths and weaknesses of others can come together to form a sum that is greater than the parts. They're comfortable in creative situations but are equally comfortable in a management or leadership role (e.g. A&R, Creative Director, Agent, Production Manager, etc.).
3) The Finisher:

In the context of work, this artist is highly focused on seeing ideas through to completion. They are highly task-oriented and organized. They are usually highly conscientious and often even tempered. This artist is confident and secure in their abilities and enjoys the feeling of accomplishment that comes with reaching the finish line and pleasing not only themselves, but also their clients. They do this by over-delivering with high quality work that's turned in on time. They know how to make the proper adjustments or compromises needed to meet both deadlines and expectations. These artists are often moderate to low in neuroticism and high in conscientiousness  (on The Big 5 Aspects scale).


 4) The Enthusiastic Facilitator:

In the context of work, this artist always sees the glass as half full. They see the best in people and their ideas. They naturally apply the "yes and..." approach; keeping good energy flowing. They enjoy the process of making ideas happen while also maintaining a positive interpersonal connection with all involved. This artist puts people first and seeks to find a positive spin on even the most negative moment or situation.They're not only a valuable creator but a great "cheerleader" or coach. They seek to diffuse creative disputes and know when to take breaks and how to change up the energy in a room.


 5) The Collaborator:

In the context of work, this artist is naturally extroverted and relational. They enjoy helping others achieve their creative goals and are comfortable supporting the ideas of others. This person is often enthusiastic,  creative, and comfortable not being the center of attention. They seek to help foster a peaceful and democratic and productive creative environment.


 6) The Creative Initiator:

In the context of work, this artist is always full of ideas and is propelled forward by novelty and the excitement of a new idea. This artist has an easy time switching gears and bringing fresh ideas to a stale or low energy situation. They can think abstractly and   form oblique connections, coming up with the right idea at the right time. Though they may be more of a starter than a finisher, they bring a welcome energy to almost any situation, particularly at the beginning of a project.

7) The Team Player:

This artist is most comfortable working in a highly organized environment with a consistent and predictable schedule. As the name implies, they enjoy being part of a team and play well with others. This is the kind of artist that desires both financial security and being part of an established entity. They usually welcome constructive criticism and respond well to direction. This artist benefits psychologically from a balanced lifestyle and prefers to clock in, work hard, then clock out; leaving work at work.