How to Survive and Prosper as an Artist
Selling Yourself without Selling Your Soul (Seventh Edition)
Caroll Michels
- April 10, 2018
- ISBN: 9781621536185
Description
“Michels explodes the romantic notion of the starving artist.” —The New York Times
“Michels is a tough but compassionate advocate, savvy in the ways of the world and the demands on artists in this materialistic society.” —The Miami Herald
Written for fine artists ready to launch their careers as well as experienced artists who wish to relaunch their careers, How to Survive and Prosper as an Artist, Seventh Edition, an acclaimed guide, empowers artists to take control of their careers to create a fulfilling life and earn a decent income. In this newly revised edition, Caroll Michels continues to demystify the inner workings of the art world and challenge the status quo. New chapters discuss such topics as:
Using her own experiences as an artist as well as the experiences of her clients, Michels crafts a must-read guidebook for anyone interested in embarking upon a successful career as an artist.
Reviews
Praise for previous editions
“Michels explodes the romantic notion of the starving artist.” —The New York Times
“Michels is a tough but compassionate advocate, savvy in the ways of the world and the demands on artists in this materialistic society.” —The Miami Herald
“Michels writes in terse, instructive sentences, and never lets us off the hook.” —HuffPost
“ . . . a ‘must have’ for any aspiring artist. . .” —Midwest Book Review
“. . . the best guide I’ve found that looks at creating fine art as a career.” —Twin Cities PBS
“Provides the best overview of political and other aspects of the art world that I have ever come across. . . . It is a bible that every artist should have.” —Shannon Wilkinson, president, Cultural Communications, New York
“This book should be required reading for every exhibiting artist.” —Ellen Rixford, Graphic News
“This self-help career book is the pick of the litter.” —Donna Marxer, Artists' News
“She sounds like Wonder Woman; she is filled with energy, ideas, and sufficient spleen not to be walked on – ever! Her experience is the reader’s bonus.” —American Artist
“. . . Michels provides information on art world politics that artists really need.” —Art Papers
“One book stood out from the rest. . . and goes beyond the usual information about self-promotion.” —The Arts Journal
“Michels explodes the romantic notion of the starving artist.” —The New York Times
“Michels is a tough but compassionate advocate, savvy in the ways of the world and the demands on artists in this materialistic society.” —The Miami Herald
“Michels writes in terse, instructive sentences, and never lets us off the hook.” —HuffPost
“ . . . a ‘must have’ for any aspiring artist. . .” —Midwest Book Review
“. . . the best guide I’ve found that looks at creating fine art as a career.” —Twin Cities PBS
“Provides the best overview of political and other aspects of the art world that I have ever come across. . . . It is a bible that every artist should have.” —Shannon Wilkinson, president, Cultural Communications, New York
“This book should be required reading for every exhibiting artist.” —Ellen Rixford, Graphic News
“This self-help career book is the pick of the litter.” —Donna Marxer, Artists' News
“She sounds like Wonder Woman; she is filled with energy, ideas, and sufficient spleen not to be walked on – ever! Her experience is the reader’s bonus.” —American Artist
“. . . Michels provides information on art world politics that artists really need.” —Art Papers
“One book stood out from the rest. . . and goes beyond the usual information about self-promotion.” —The Arts Journal
related titles
How to Survive and Prosper as an Artist
Selling Yourself without Selling Your Soul (Seventh Edition)
by Caroll Michels