Book Review: A Survival Guide For Artists

There are many books out there about making art, art as a practice, and art as a business. The book I'm reviewing today, 'Survival Guide For Artists" - is about how to thrive in the creative arts. It is a great book which is divided into 2 parts.

Part 1 deals with issues common to the body mind and spirit of creative individuals.

Part 2 is about the issues that arise when artists take their creativity to the outside world.

I like the way the author has divided the book ino the internal part of an art practice and the external part. So she has divided Part 1 into the following subjects:

1. Overcoming the fear of a blank canvas.

2. Get in the zone.

3. Be inspired.

4. Develop your artistic voice.

5. Deal with isolation.

6. Acknowledge your sensitivity.

7. Maintain a healthy body.

8. Be kind to yourself.

9. Set SMART goals.

10. Plan your creativity.

The second half of the book is then divided into sections that cover these topics;