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Your inner critic is a big jerk, and other truths about being creative, Danielle Krysa ; paintings by Martha Rich

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non fiction

Your inner critic is a big jerk

Danielle Krysa ; paintings by Martha Rich

and other truths about being creative

This book is duct tape for the mouth of every artist's inner critic. Silencing that stifling voice once and for all, this salve for creatives introduces ten truths they must face in order to defeat self-doubt. Each encouraging chapter deconstructs a pivotal moment on the path to success—fear of the blank page, the dangers of jealousy, sharing work with others—and explains how to navigate roadblock. Packed with helpful anecdotes, thoughts from successful creatives, and practical exercises gleaned from Danielle Krysa's years of working with professional and aspiring artists—plus riotously apt illustrations from art world darling Martha Rich—this book arms readers with the most essential tool for their toolbox: the confidence they need to get down to business and make good work. -- Goodreads

Everyone is creative -- Excuses are the enemy -- Labels are for canned peaches, not people -- Blank paper can be blinding -- A green eye is a green light -- Your inner critic is an asshole -- No one can wrestle the pencil out of your hand -- Failure leads to genius -- Creating in a vacuum sucks -- Blocks are meant to be broken -- Welcome to the club