To an extent. It is mainly a source of income for those time rich but money poor.
If a musician or dancer, two roles mentioned in the article, then making a living out of it is the definition of success!
I've also met some non-dancers non-musicians that do it full time. But less misrepresentation, more connection to a career and as a consultant. For example, a chef that visits restaurants when they're opening; while not famous, gets his photo taken enjoying what he's doing.
If a musician or dancer, two roles mentioned in the article, then making a living out of it is the definition of success!
I've also met some non-dancers non-musicians that do it full time. But less misrepresentation, more connection to a career and as a consultant. For example, a chef that visits restaurants when they're opening; while not famous, gets his photo taken enjoying what he's doing.