wel,l I was never a starving musician but have been a starving student and starving writer...

If you live in a college town or place with lots of artists, get hold of the local arts calendar and watch for art exhibit openings! Usually there is a reception with free food and often wine or beer. Show up in paint-splattered jeans and everyone will think you are an artist, too. Be sure to look at the art like you are interested in it, but if it is crowded, shamelessly elbow your way to the wine and cheese; everyone knows half the people are there for the food.

Peg

who, because she is soon moving into an apartment twice as expensive as her old one, will more than likely be putting many of these tips to use...