I would keep the creative field stuff as a hobby initially, just so that you're not overloaded with work. But yea, I started drawing recently. Its been a fun, albeit slow process. Just know you'll need lots of time, whether you're creating various works or learning.
And if you're an American citizen, know that they tax your salary when you work abroad ON TOP of whatever taxes you must pay in the country you work in. This has made a few thousand people revoke their citizenships.