The Business of Being an Artist.Daniel Daniel, book of the Bible Daniel, book of the Bible. It combines "court" tales, perhaps originating from the 6th cent. B.C., and a series of apocalyptic visions arising from the time of the Maccabean emergency (167–164 B.C. Grant. New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of : Allworth Press (800-247-6553), 1996. 272 pp., paperback, $18.95. This updated, expanded edition of a 1991 publication differs from the other career-oriented books reviewed in this issue, in its more thoughtful and engaging writing style, which explores the real-life real-life adj. Actually happening or having happened; not fictional: a documentary with footage of real-life police chases. issues that face individuals trying to make it as artists in today's world. The author presents pros and cons--and factual information--on a wide range of topics relative to developing an art career. Directed toward the studio artist, both in graphic design and the fine arts, the book also discusses how to handle criticism, find an appropriate gallery, win grants and commissions, even how to accept credit cards for sales. Consistent with the entire book, a chapter on teaching art focuses on the facets of teaching that affect the artist/teacher's personal production. Well-researched and packed with anecdotes and quotations about life as an artist, this book would be of value for anyone considering or counselling a career as an artist. |
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