Instant New York Times Bestseller
"Inspiration leaps off the pages from Jerry Saltz's new book on
creativity. . . . This book is for the artist or non-artist, for the
person who gets plain English, for the person who understands that
practical talk can coax out the mystical messages that lie underneath."
--Steve Martin
Art has the power to change our lives. For many, becoming an artist is a
lifelong dream. But how to make it happen? In How to Be an Artist,
Jerry Saltz, one of the art world's most celebrated and passionate
voices, offers an indispensable handbook for creative people of all
kinds.
From the first sparks of inspiration--and how to pursue them without
giving in to self-doubt--Saltz offers invaluable insight into what
really matters to emerging artists: originality, persistence, a balance
between knowledge and intuition, and that most precious of qualities,
self-belief. Brimming with rules, prompts, and practical tips, How to
Be an Artist gives artists new ways to break through creative blocks,
get the most from materials, navigate career challenges, and above all
find joy in the work.
Teeming with full-color artwork from visionaries ancient and modern,
this beautiful and useful book will help artists of all kinds--painters,
photographers, writers, performers--realize their dreams.
