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leasummer's review against another edition
4.0
Easy to read in short spurts. Part advice, part instructional, has some exercises if you’re interested, included some art, add in a little bit of memoir and you’ve got a nice little book.
merilyn_ohtla's review against another edition
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
4.0
Jerry Saltz's "How to Be an Artist" is a lively and accessible guide that demystifies the creative process, making it approachable for artists at any stage of their journey. With a mix of wit, wisdom, and blunt advice, Saltz encourages readers to embrace their creativity, push past self-doubt, and keep making art no matter the obstacles.
codexqueen's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
4.0
afshack's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
4.25
sdblakeman's review against another edition
5.0
There is so much food for thought that I put this book on my “buy” list.
dreaming_ace's review against another edition
4.0
This is a short quick guide to being a Artist. I will say that the vast majority of the book was focused on Visual Art, and How to be a Visual Artist which was fine but means that as a Written Artist (A Poet) I need to do a fair amount of modification or translation of the ideas into their equivalent for me.
micahslibrary's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
Based on the title, I thought this book would be stupid, but it is actually practical and very inspiring. I listened to the audiobook which was a good experience but I’m considering picking up a physical version so I can try the exercises Saltz recommends.