How To Be an Artist

“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 transform lives. Jerry Saltz, an acclaimed art world voice, provides an essential guide for aspiring creatives in How to Be an Artist. He offers strategies to overcome self-doubt, embrace originality, trust intuition, and maintain self-confidence. Saltz offers rules, prompts and advice to help artists push past creative blocks, make the most of materials and navigate career challenges.

With vibrant artwork from master's ancient and modern, this gorgeous book helps bring artists' dreams to life.