Getting Your Sh*t Together: The Ultimate Business Manual for Every Practicing Artist
by: Karen Atkinson (0)
Far too often artists find themselves having to compromise their art and their life because they were not taught accurate up-to-date methods for dealing with business situations. Because of this lack of preparedness artists miss out on valuable opportunities, financial rewards, and access to receptive audiences. This book aims to help all artists everywhere avoid these pitfalls and get on the track to success on their own terms. Whether you are a gallery- bound artist, a public artist, an emerging artist, a hobbyist, a crafts-person, a student, or a seasoned artist in need of a tune up, this manual is meant for you. This comprehensive book is informed by decades of experience and years of research into how to perform as a professional artist in the 21st century art world (or worlds). This book is filled with easy-to-follow instructions that will help you do everything -- archive your work, start a mailing list, write a grant, and everything else you can think of. This straightforward book even addresses topics you may not think you need to know about now, but you sure will later! Consider this a handbook for all your artistic endeavors. This book is written and designed to empower you to take your future into your own hands.
The Reviews
Amazing book
by Cait Sweet on May 21, 2020
Great book a must read for anyone who wants to advance their career
by Chris on Feb 08, 2017
great book
by NormaRae on Mar 17, 2017
Excellent resource for all creative makers.
by Jeri Robinson on Jun 15, 2016
OK
by Artluvin-gramma on Jun 23, 2015
Great book, not just for school but for life!!!!
by HoadLee on Sep 25, 2018
A great practical guide for the not practical career of being an artist!
by Robert Kling on Mar 16, 2015
Top of the wozza!!! Comprehensive and again brilliant
by PHOENIX RISING on Feb 10, 2015
Arrived within estimated delivery dates. This book was highly recommended by my art professor. All pros, no cons.
by "bandmm" on Aug 16, 2022
Sorry to say, but I bought this book looking for some help and advice about HOW TO get your s*** together. Where to look and so fourth. But seriously, This book is a simple text book, with a VERy general tone. So general that it's completely UNHELPFUL. MOST of the book is filled with sample sheets, like: "use this page to write down ten goals for yourself" "Use this page to make a list of the organizations you can write to" IT is literally a book that is a fancy organizer for college kids with absolutely NO REAL HELP or even suggestions. DO NOT WASTE your time with this. No joke, there are SPELLING TYPOS on the VERY first page!!!
by z Tolch on Feb 10, 2013
I don't recommend purchasing the Kindle version of this book.
