Survival notes : life lessons from contemporary artists / Lydia R. Figes.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Figes, Lydia, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Artists--Psychology.

Artists.

Creative ability.

Creation (Literary, artistic, etc.).

Self-actualization (Psychology).

creativity.

Physical Description:

206 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

Place of Publication:

London : Thames & Hudson, 2025.

Summary:

"Survival Notes is an inspiring narrative weaving artists' reflections on success with advice to aspiring creatives. Featuring direct quotes and exclusive interviews with internationally acclaimed artists such as Anish Kapoor, Shirin Neshat, Tracey Emin, Jesse Darling and Shahzia Sikander, this book offers authoritative counsel on how to thrive in a highly competitive art world as well as thoughtful insights on what it means to be an artist in the twenty-first century. Nine thematic chapters offer essential guidance on how to negotiate the practical realities of artmaking, with discussions relating to education, self-discipline, gallery representation, mental wellbeing, mentorship and more. In a climate where emerging creatives feel less empowered than ever, Lydia R. Figes provides a hopeful message about perseverance and perspective, while questioning whether the advice given by established practitioners can still be applied today." -- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Art school

An interview with Jesse Darling

Mentorship

Solitude

An interview with Anish Kapoor

The tortured artist

An interview with Tracey Emin

Discipline and procrastination

An interview with Shirin Neshat

Publicity

An interview with Shahzia Sikander

Gallery representation

An interview with Eddie Peake

Fame

An interview with Christina Quarles

Engaging with politics

Artist profiles

Conclusion

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 193-198) and index.

ISBN:

9780500297919

0500297916

OCLC:

1542871970