The Artist's Guide
| Author | : Jackie Battenfield |
| Publisher | : Da Capo Lifelong Books |
| Total Pages | : 402 |
| Release | : 2009-06-09 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780786748068 |
| ISBN-13 | : 0786748060 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (060 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Artist's Guide written by Jackie Battenfield and published by Da Capo Lifelong Books. This book was released on 2009-06-09 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive guide for both emerging and mid-career artists to pursue a career in the visual arts. Providing real-life examples, illustrations, and step-by-step exercises, Battenfield offers readily applicable advice on all aspects of the job. Along with tips on planning and assessment, she presents strategies for self-management, including marketing, online promotion, building professional relationships, grant writing, and portfolio development. Each chapter ends with an insightful "Reality Check" interview, featuring advice and useful information from high-profile artists and professionals. The result is an inspiring, experiential guide brimming with field-tested techniques that readers can easily apply to their own career.
