by Jerry Saltz
First published 2020
Jerry Saltz addresses the challenge that faces countless creative people: how to transform artistic dreams into reality. The celebrated art critic tackles the practical obstacles that stop emerging artists in their tracks. He examines the balance between knowledge and intuition that successful artists must master. Saltz provides concrete advice on pursuing initial sparks of creativity without surrendering to self-doubt. He offers strategies for breaking through creative blocks and extracting maximum value from artistic materials. The book addresses career navigation and the cultivation of self-belief. Saltz argues that originality and persistence form the foundation of artistic success. He includes visual examples from both historical and contemporary artists to illustrate his points. The guide serves painters, photographers, writers, and performers equally. Saltz emphasizes finding satisfaction in the creative process itself rather than focusing solely on external validation.
Genres: art, self-help, non-fiction, how-to
Vibes: inspirational, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: practical-advice, self-discovery
144 pages · Hardcover · Riverhead Books