Author(s): Patti Digh

Art

This follow-up to the strong-selling, Books for a Better Life nominee LIFE IS A VERB uses stories and exercises to help readers see the artfulness in their own lives. Perfect for creative professionals who loved Patti's first book, fans of Julia Cameron's THE ARTIST'S WAY and all who strive to tap into their own creativity, whether they call themselves an artist or not. Related essays are organized around six overarching creative commitments that guide the reader to get beyond the fear of outward expression, the diminishment, the I'm just a knitter A" phase of embracing his//her inner artist and to recognize that life itself IS art. This is a book designed not only for visual artists, but for those who could benefit from seeing life itself as an art project. Readers will be inspired to see all of life more creatively and artfully - and to make art of their days by engaging in a daily practice. Exercises after each essay will help translate and embed the lessons of the essay into the reader's own life and context. As in Life is a Verb, there will be short 10-minute exercises and longer, 37-day exercises after each essay.
Readers attracted to this book include those who say: * I'm not creative A" - The book will help this audience reclaim their childlike exuberance about creating by helping them see artA" in every day life. * I'm just a dabbler A" - The book will help this audience move beyond the minimization of their creativity ( justA") to fully embrace it. These readers will learn to ownA" their creativity. * I'm an artist A" - The book will help this audience challenge, deepen and explore their artful practice. These readers will push against the reaches of their creativity.