Things Are What You Make of Them: Life Advice for Creatives by Adam J. Kurtz, Grace Bonney (Foreword by)

Insights and inspiration for anyone who makes art (or anything else).

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From the creative mind and heart of designer Adam J. Kurtz comes this upbeat rallying cry for creators of all stripes. Expanding on a series of popular essays, this handwritten and heartfelt book shares wisdom and empathy from one working artist to others. Perforated tear-and-share pages make it easy to display the most crucial reminders or to pass a bit of advice on to someone who needs it.

As wry and cheeky as it is empathic and empowering, this deceptively simple, vibrantly full-color book will be a touchstone for writers, artists, entrepreneurs, and anyone else who wants to be more creative—even when it would be easier to give up and act normal.