Become a Great Artist

Jump-Start Your Creative Journey

Get out of your artistic rut and learn how to make art that feels true to you. Whether you're established in the art world or just breaking in, this guide helps you push past imposter syndrome and negative self-talk so you can create with confidence and find joy in the process once more. Kristy Gordon, prominent painter and adjunct professor at New York Academy of Art, will teach you how to quiet criticisms, dream big and make art that feels genuine to your style. You'll start with pressure-free exercises to build the habit of creating daily, then you'll learn how to research the art world and build up an arsenal of ideas for your artwork. Finally, you'll learn to pitch yourself to galleries and other consumers. Along the way, Kristy provides a wealth of insight into recovering a sense of play in your art and keeping your mind open to epiphanies and breakthroughs. Filled with invaluable advice and encouraging exercises, this impactful guidebook will help you feel invigorated in your practice and propel you into a career you've always dreamed of.