Book description
The Artist's Way for the 21st century-from esteemed creative counselor Beth Pickens.
If you are an artist, you need to make your art. That's not an overstatement-it's a fact; if you stop doing your creative work, your quality of life is diminished. But what do you do when life…
Why read it?
1 author picked Make Your Art No Matter What as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Most creatives struggle with maintaining a creative practice in the face of busted water heaters, draining day jobs, and pesky emotions especially anxiety and depression. Beth’s refreshingly honest handbook is built on the premise you must find a way to make your art no matter what. She’s also been a guest on my podcast Create Out Loud and I loved everything she shared.
From Jennifer's list on The best books for when you’re creatively stuck.
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