Creative Demons and How to Slay Them (Hardcover)

Richard Holman

ISBN 10: 050002460X / ISBN 13: 9780500024607

Edité par Thames & Hudson Ltd, London, 2022

Hardcover. Bedevilled by the demons of self-doubt, fear of failure or lack of inspiration? Lay waste to your mind-forged monsters with the help of Creative Demons and How to Slay Them.If you've ever embarked on a creative endeavour, then there's a good chance you'll have been bedevilled by self-doubt, fear of failure or a lack of inspiration at some point along the way. This book will help you to banish those mind-forged monsters one by one, no matter how grotesque or scary they may be.Drawing on inspirational anecdotes from art, philosophy, neuroscience, nature, music and contemporary culture, creativity expert Richard Holman provides you with your very own mental armoury to see you through every stage of the creative process. By learning through the experiences of such creative luminaries as Leonardo da Vinci, Marina Abramovic, J.K. Rowling, Dr Seuss and Herbie Hancock, you'll find out how best to overcome the perils of procrastination, the sting of criticism, the seductive tug of convention or the gnawing feeling that you're not up to it.It's time to say farewell to your demons and make your next creative project the very best it can be. An inspirational guide to help creatives overcome obstacles and find success--filled with tips, anecdotes, and encouragement for anyone whose working life depends on imaginative thinking. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780500024607

Synopsis :

Bedevilled by the demons of self-doubt, fear of failure or lack of inspiration? Lay waste to your mind-forged monsters with the help of Creative Demons and How to Slay Them.

If you've ever embarked on a creative endeavour, then there's a good chance you'll have been bedevilled by self-doubt, fear of failure or a lack of inspiration at some point along the way. This book will help you to banish those mind-forged monsters one by one, no matter how grotesque or scary they may be.

Drawing on inspirational anecdotes from art, philosophy, neuroscience, nature, music and contemporary culture, creativity expert Richard Holman provides you with your very own mental armoury to see you through every stage of the creative process. By learning through the experiences of such creative luminaries as Leonardo da Vinci, Marina Abramovic, J.K. Rowling, Dr Seuss and Herbie Hancock, you'll find out how best to overcome the perils of procrastination, the sting of criticism, the seductive tug of convention or the gnawing feeling that you're not up to it.

It's time to say farewell to your demons and make your next creative project the very best it can be.

À propos des auteurs: Richard Holman is a creativity specialist, with a background in design and advertising. He runs workshops on creativity all over the world, inspiring people and brands to develop better ideas. He also hosts the podcast The Wind Thieved Hat, where he interviews leading artists and creators, and is a regular contributor to Creative Review and Creativepool.

Al Murphy is an illustrator whose work has been featured in newspapers, magazines, and children's books worldwide. He has inspired many to pursue a career in illustration, confident they can do better.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Creative Demons and How to Slay Them (...
Éditeur : Thames & Hudson Ltd, London
Date d'édition : 2022
Reliure : Hardcover
Illustrateur : Murphy, Al
Etat : new