Synopsis
Discover your inner artist and unleash the power of painting for self-care and wellbeing in this inspiring, practical guide.
Start Painting Now is an accessible and empowering book that will guide you through the process of ignoring your inner critic and unwinding from the stresses of daily life through the joy of painting. Whether you're returning to art after a long break or starting as a complete beginner, renowned artist Emily Powell and her GP sister, doctor Sarah Moore, will motivate and encourage you to pick up a brush and see where it takes you.
Backed by the latest research on the benefits of art for mental health, Start Painting Now will give you the tools to put aside the fear of failure, turn off your phone and immerse yourself in creativity. With inspiring examples from a range of female artists and alongside Emily and Sarah's own work, this book is a brilliant and empowering guide that will compel you to shout from the rooftops, 'I AM AN ARTIST!'
Details
23 June 2022
9781529084931Reviews
Inspiring and informative. A joy to read!Annie McGrath, comedian and host of 'Secret Artists' podcast
Emily Powell is known for her colourful, warm paintings that lift the spirits when the world feels grey.Harper's Bazaar
Sarah and Emily have created such an accessible, friendly, inspiring, colourful and practical way to get us all painting. It’s a book for everyone, from the complete beginner to the practicing artist. I’ve taken so much from it and know that I’ll be referring back to it time and again!Anita Mangan, Graphic Designer and Illustrator of Escape the Rooms and The Chinese Zodiac
A beautiful, joyful book from cover to cover. Start Painting Now is packed full of brilliant and empowering creative advice that will compel you to shout from the rooftops "I AM AN ARTIST."Lorna Scobie, creator of the 365 Days of Art series
