Art Reads

As an avid reader and lover of all things books and libraries, here is a list of art books, inspirational reads, practices for creatives, and content I find generally interesting. Books are listed in no particular order.

I strongly urge buying local or second hand whenever possible, so please avoid the big chain stores and seek out your local library, book shop, or thrift store if these titles catch your eye!

THE BOOK

THE CREATIVE ACT

VISUAL THINKING

ART & FEAR

PAPER: PAGING THROUGH HISTORY

QUIET

THE ARTIST’S WAY

ART INC.

DAILY RITUAL: WOMEN AT WORK

SYLLABUS

I WILL JUDGE YOU BY YOUR BOOKSHELF

THE SHAPE OF IDEAS

THE SECRET LIVES OF COLORS

WHAT IS COLOR?

WAYS OF DRAWING

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