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A quick read packed with practical advice for fighting self-doubt, getting real about your ambitions, and freeing the artist in you. Steering away from catch phrases and shunning “quick fix” advice, Crutchley encourages his readers to search inside for answers and trust that even bad work is worth making as you find your way; the main thing is to keep working.More recommendations from me at www.jenniferfrostwrites.com
Rating: 5Re-Read Factor: Yes Advice only tells us what we want to hear, rather than what we need to. This was a wonderful book from start to finish. Although Crutchley's chief demographic are artists, this book is applicable to everyone regardless of profession. He summarizes themes we might have heard of or internalized but never put to words. The physical affirmations he culminated in this book were uplifting, powerful, and a good reminder for those discouraged about the future. As the year
I listened to the audio book, which was wonderfully read by the way, on my way to work this past week. I honestly think it’s the best self-help book for artists that I’ve read so far. Maybe it’s because I related to more of the advice that he was giving and his sarcastic and down-to-earth way of giving it. Regardless, I enjoyed his writing style and I’m definitely going to check out his other books.
excited to read this!! i'm so tired of seeing so much toxic positivity that sets up unrealistic expectations, and after reading a few chapter titles from this book i'm keen to read some home truths.
Very clear and easy to read.Good piece of advice here to anyone related to the creative field or anyone whos needing a push in their creative pursues.
This book was a lot more fun than I expected and honestly, I wish I'd read it sooner. This has been such a difficult time to be creative. Between the distractions to the digital expectations, the pandemic has diminished my own capacity as an artist, but the rules that Lee Crutchley lays out are useful reminders and techniques to get to the bigger meaning behind our successes and our failures. I like the way he turned attention to our failures in order to learn about ourselves and what we gain fr...
Some interesting ideas. Inspiring. Quick read. Several typos! Rating more like 3.5 but higher because of the reread factor, so 4.
I really enjoyed the honest advice and the corresponding typography. It was an all around good read. This was a library copy and I may need to buy my own copy. :)
A very nicely designed book on creativity for all human beings, but especially graphic designers - so, thanks, Lee! Although he warns about building your life plans around simple aphorisms, the book is structured around ten basic ‘rules’ to follow. But they’re valuable. My favorite was trying to hear what your weaknesses are telling you, instead of beating yourself up about them. Good stuff. Loved that pencil-y font he used, so I need to find out what it was.
Really great book for artists that tells you how it is. I appreciate the bluntness of it, honestly I really do feel relieved and inspired by some of the advice. Fast read too :)
If you are looking for a quick and fun book this is the one to read. It was straight forward with some great ideas! I definitely would recommend it to anyone who feels like they don’t what they are doing!
A lot of good, straightforward points made about pursuing any type of art. I think it can help a lot of people who pursue art and sometimes get discouraged, but don’t expect this to be full of motivation. Which isn’t a bad thing, because there’s plenty of that in the world and a bit of slap-in-the-face reality is necessary. The author shares his own story as well, with helps connect with his readers. Great reminders when one is feeling sensitive or fearful of the work they share with the world.
This book is a must for people struggling in the creative industry and with themselves. Eternally grateful for these vulnerable and real advices.
This book was lovely. Crutchley wrote this book specifically for the 21 century artist. He discussed at length social media and the impact it can have on an artist’s sense of self value and the toll ‘inspiration’ can take on us as well. I would recommend this book to all my artist friends looking for a boost of self confidence.
Unfortunately, this book was not what I was hoping for. Instead of this being advice for artists, I got a general self-help book that is meant to appeal to artists. Just another example of an author attempting to jump on the path of success paved by ‘The subtle art of not giving a f*ck’. The visuals were super cool and probably my favorite part of the book.
I received a copy of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.This is a pretty straightforward book about creativity.It's light and fun and organized into different secrets. It's the kind of book that can be read in a sitting. It's a peak behind the curtain of being successful as a creative. Most of the advice is things you expect like not comparing yourself to others and you have to start somewhere to be good. Overall it's a short and sweet read.
