Inspiring; practical; and supportive; How to Grow as an Illustrator helps artists find professional and personal support in the struggle to stay creative and make money in their field. Behind-the-scenes interviews with more than sixty of todayrsquo;s most fascinating illustrators reveal how they have kept growing as artists and as individuals. Topics include defining yourself as an illustrator; the significance of art education; mechanical skills vs. conceptual skills; balancing personal and professional lives; dealing with failure; marketing and promotion; how to embrace change; how to stay motivated; and much more. This motivational guide provides real-world guidance and advice for illustrators at every stage of their careers.Allworth Press; an imprint of Skyhorse Publishing; publishes a broad range of books on the visual and performing arts; with emphasis on the business of art. Our titles cover subjects such as graphic design; theater; branding; fine art; photography; interior design; writing; acting; film; how to start careers; business and legal forms; business practices; and more. While we dont aspire to publish a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller; we are deeply committed to quality books that help creative professionals succeed and thrive. We often publish in areas overlooked by other publishers and welcome the author whose expertise can help our audience of readers.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Open MindBy Ryan WitkowskiMade me open my mind to a variety of different social cultures. I denounced my straight edge views when the scene was getting too violent and pointless. I understand what being straight edge is like and this book really describes not just straight edge but a lot of other cultures that go along with it.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. GreatBy EMCReviewsGreat3 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Straight Edge CompendiumBy Joe VWhen I first bought this book. I expected it to be a history of straight edge written by one author. Instead. I received a collection of interviews and essays from characters within the straight edge scene. Im not complaining. only describing what you can expect if you purchase this book.The book is divided into five sections: bands. scenes. manifestos. reflections. and perspectives. The author makes an explicit effort to focus on the international straight edge scenes in places such as Sweden. Israel. and Brazil. The interview with Ian MacKaye was interesting partly because he is such as well spoken and articulate guy. Then. near the end. Kuhn includes a series of essays and interviews covering the feminist and queer straight edge scenes. which I thought was a little bit off the beaten path but interesting nonetheless.Joe[...]
