Top Ten Art Books to Inspire Artists
I'm a hoarder of books. I believe that you can never have too many and continuing education, especially art education, is essential to staying current, growing and learning what you need to be successful at doing what you love. I average about one new book a week. Some really give me the kick I need and others are duds. I take what I can from all of them and then form my own opinions and plan of action for what I want to accomplish. Sometimes i need help with business and other times I'm searching for new techniques or important fundamentals of painting. In either case, I have listed the books I've the loved the most over the last couple years. Maybe one of these will be just the thing you need to boost your creativity?
Favorite Inspiration or Business Art Books
The Creative Habit by Twyla Tharp
Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert
Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon
The Crossroads of Should and Must by Elle Luna
The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron
An absolute MUST for color lovers. Probably the most thorough and well explained book on color theory and mixing that I've seen.
Color: A Course in Mastering the Art of Mixing Colors by Betty Edwards
FAVORITE FUNDAMENTAL OR TECHNIQUE ART BOOKS
Color Theory: An essential guide to color-from basic principles to practical applications
Daily Painting by Carol Marine
Pastel Innovations by Dawn Emerson
Mastering Composition by Ian Roberts
Abstract Painting: The Elements of Visual Language by Jane Davies
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