Download or read book Starving Artist s Survival Guide written by MARIANNE TAYLOR and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-12-11 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Passion, humiliation, and depravity are the cornerstones of the artistic spirit. How else to rationalize one's deliberate choice to face a life of unsigned rejection letters, calls from worried parents and collection agencies, and cups and cups of ramen noodles? Being a noble artiste is a rough gig. It's one part denial, one part masochism. And it gets all the respect of being a fry cook, without the convenient minimum wage. Only a fool would agree to such soul crushing -- until now. The Starving Artist's Survival Guideboldly reassures both the dreamer and the doer that you are not alone.Regardless of whether you are a painter, a poet, a musician, a writer, an actor, or simply paralyzed by an English lit or fine arts degree, help has arrived. Topics include the pros and cons of various artistic day jobs ("People love clowns, except for the 80 percent who want to beat them up and the 20 percent who do"), coping with form-letter rejections through the healing power of haikus ("You, blinking red light, / A call back from my agent? / No, just goddamn Mom"), a survey of artists' dwellings (from the romanticized loft to Mama's rent-free attic), and most important, "Holding On: Ten Good Reasons to Keep Your Head out of the Oven."
Download or read book The Artist s Survival Guide written by James Barbour and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-11 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Starving Artist s Diet written by Jack Lugar and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The greatest strength of the Diet is that it's an eating plan for everyone. It's perfect for the Laurels and the Hardys. If you need to gain weight because of your 'Starving Artist' lifestyle, The Starving Artist's Diet will help you fulfill your every dining need. On the other hand, if you're a little on the large side, have no artistic talent whatseover, and are looking for more than just another weight loss guide, The Starving Artist's Diet is perfect for you too. It's a guide to changing your eating habits forever and maybe discovering a new talent at the same time"--page x.
Download or read book The Starving Artists Guide to Survival written by James Morris and published by . This book was released on 2023-06-19 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Starving Artist s Survival Marketing Manual written by Jeffrey Gruber Thomas and published by . This book was released on 2021-07-17 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many artists have a hard time selling their work. They don't know how to sell it, they don't know what will sell, they don't know where to find buyers. Now, there *are* people around the world interested in your art. And they're willing to buy what you produce... at a price higher than you might expect... if only they can find you! This valuable guide lays out a simple marketing strategy --that anyone can follow-- to create a loyal fan base of your artwork and turn them into happy customers.
Download or read book How to Survive and Prosper as an Artist written by Carol Michels and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2018-04-10 with total page 999 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Michels explodes the romantic notion of the starving artist.” —The New York Times “Michels is a tough but compassionate advocate, savvy in the ways of the world and the demands on artists in this materialistic society.” —The Miami Herald Written for fine artists ready to launch their careers as well as experienced artists who wish to relaunch their careers, How to Survive and Prosper as an Artist, Seventh Edition, an acclaimed guide, empowers artists to take control of their careers to create a fulfilling life and earn a decent income. In this newly revised edition, Caroll Michels continues to demystify the inner workings of the art world and challenge the status quo. New chapters discuss such topics as: New business models for artists: Going to the extreme The use of social media and website development as marketing and publicity tools and what does and doesn’t work The confusion between the “art-buying public” and the “general public” and their differences New suggestions for establishing and calculating prices for artwork Neighborhood gentrification and the growing challenges of securing a reasonably priced live/work space How dealers find artists, how to negotiate with dealers, and how to understand a dealer’s agenda Using her own experiences as an artist as well as the experiences of her clients, Michels crafts a must-read guidebook for anyone interested in embarking upon a successful career as an artist.
Download or read book Artists Survival Guide written by Tara Cranswick and published by . This book was released on 2013-10-28 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is a plethora of lore for surviving in the art world. Artists, curators, gallerists and technicians share information and tips all the time, but this oral history of survival has never really been recorded. This handy guide does just that by compiling useful hints and tips from a range of art professionals.
Download or read book How to Survive and Prosper as an Artist written by Caroll Michels and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2009-06-09 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The classic handbook for launching and sustaining a career that "explodes the romantic notion of the starving artist," (The New York Times) with a brand-new chapter on Internet art marketing Now in its sixth edition, How to Survive and Prosper as an Artist is the definitive guide to taking control of your career and making a good living in the art world. Drawing on nearly three decades of experience, Caroll Michels offers a wealth of insider's information on getting into a gallery, being your own PR agent, and negotiating prices, as well as innovative marketing, exhibition, and sales opportunities for various artistic disciplines. She has also added a new section on digital printmaking and marketing in this emerging field. Most notably, this sixth edition contains an entirely new chapter: "Art Marketing on the Internet." Michels offers criteria for selecting an ideal Web designer for your online portfolio and for organizing your Web presence, and shares proven methods for attracting curators, dealers, and private clients to your site. She also addresses vital legal concerns in the age of e-commerce, including copyrighting and registering your art, and finally, the appendix of resources, consistently updated online at Michels's site the Artist Help Network, is fully revised.
Download or read book Making It written by Jaša and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-08-15 with total page 189 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What Anthony Bourdain's Kitchen Confidential did for the world of chefs and restaurants, Making It does for the art world. Making It is a gonzo memoir of an established artist crossed with objective advice, tips and tricks fleshed out by a best-selling art historian and Pulitzer finalist writer on art. It peels back the shroud and reveals the highs and struggles in the life and career of a working artist. Specifically aimed at aspiring artists and art students, it will be of interest to anyone who wants to know what it is like to have an artist’s-eye-view of the art world, asking the tough and often glossed-over questions that rising artists inevitably have, not only about the creative process, but about navigating the turbulent waters of the social, professional, academic, critical, museum and trade elements of a career as a visual artist. How best to deal with the abundance of alcohol, drugs and sex while wire-walking your own artistic dilemmas? How can an artist launch his or her career and help it flourish? What’s it like to achieve every artist’s dream, including showing at the Venice Biennale? What does it really mean to "make it" and how can you maintain your groove once you’ve arrived? All these questions and more are answered in this combination tell-all memoir and how-to manual for rising artists and anyone wanting a behind-the-scenes tour of what it’s like to be an artist.
Download or read book The Actor s Survival Guide written by Jon S. Robbins and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2019-02-07 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Actor's Survival Guide: How to Make Your Way in Hollywood is a handbook and essential guide to the business of living and working as an actor in the Los Angeles area. Exploring the experience of relocating to L.A.; the casting process; and how to identify – and find work with – the key players in the film and television industry, the book offers a business-centered road map through the industry. It seeks to navigate the challenges and identify the pitfalls and wrong-turns that hinder too many promising careers and frustrate even the most dedicated of actors. In doing so, the book seeks to provide an extra-competitive edge of experience and know-how for those actors who have the skills and determination to persevere. This second edition features a number of new sections and topics including: Recent census data for the Los Angeles County Neighborhood Statistics Updates on casting diversity with the most recent SAG/AFTRA data Changes in contracts for film, television and stage, including information on AEA's new Hollywood Equity Waiver policy Details on new contracts for film, television and new media; ongoing contract negotiations for video game content; and the ramifications of the SAG/AFTRA merger The role of computer-generated images (CGI) and motion capture (MOCAP) Renewed emphasis on set safety, especially for stunt performers Audition workshops Recent prosecutions of casting directors for "Pay for Play" violations Emerging role of social media in an actor's marketing strategy Dos and don'ts of video self-taping of auditions Expanded glossary to include new media and performance capture vocabulary Written from the perspective of working actor and experienced career-guidance teacher Jon S. Robbins, this unique guide will help aspiring actors bridge the gap between training in drama schools and working in the epicentre of the film and television industries.
Download or read book The Lost Soul Companion written by Susan M. Brackney and published by Dell. This book was released on 2008-12-18 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate survival guide for starving artists, writers, performers — and anyone whose dreams can’t be contained by an office cubicle. Filled with down-to-earth advice and sustenance for your most far-flung dreams, The Lost Soul Companion is the perfect guide for anyone grappling with the darker side of creativity. A source of support when your day job gets you down, a refreshing reservoir of humor when you’re knee-deep in rejection slips, this remarkable little book offers both inspiration and compassion, plus surefire strategies for surviving in what can sometimes seem like “a world of meanies.” From the anti-procrastination “chopstick plan,” to the importance of staying well nourished (toaster-oven-snack recipes included), The Lost Soul Companion will speak to anyone with big dreams and creative spirit who nonetheless finds it tough some days just to get out of bed.
Download or read book The Graphic Designer s Business Survival Guide written by Lawrence J. Daniels and published by AMACOM Div American Mgmt Assn. This book was released on 2013 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Real-world business wisdom they don't teach in design school.
Download or read book The Artists Survival Manual written by Toby Judith Klayman and published by Macmillan Reference USA. This book was released on 1984 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book One Less Bitter Actor written by Markus Flanagan and published by Sentient Publications. This book was released on 2008 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An invaluable reference for anyone who is a working actor, or wants to be. Learn how to make it in the day-to-day business of acting and stay sane and focused while attempting to merge art and commerce. This book covers everything the author wishes someone had told him about how casting decisions are made, what rejection really means, how to behave on a set, the two factors the business is built on, and much more. Markus Flanagan offers encouraging, highly useful pointers on such vital matters as: How do you combat getting typed?, Understanding the people you are auditioning for, Bad habits to avoid in the audition waiting room, The two deadliest questions you may be asked before starting your reading, What are they looking for in the call back?. One Less Bitter Actor offers sage, pragmatic, anxiety-calming advice on how to succeed in acting from one who has.
Download or read book The Bride s Survival Guide written by Sharon Naylor and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2009-01-17 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Weddings.
Download or read book For the Working Artist written by Judith Luther and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
