{"product_id":"lessons-for-young-artists-hardcover","title":"Lessons for Young Artists - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDavid Gentleman\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA charming book of practical guidance and inspiring insight on living a creative life from David Gentleman, one of Britain's most beloved artists.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDavid Gentleman, now in his nineties, and renowned for his drawings, paintings, engravings, and prints, continues to inspire artists the world over. In \u003ci\u003eLessons for Young Artists\u003c\/i\u003e, Gentleman shares the tools of his trade, the advice he lives by, and his remarkable commitment to making art every single day in a generous book of creative guidance and counsel. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHere are new ways to: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocus, notice the world, and cultivate your own style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvolve your work with techniques like playing with time and painting in bad weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet the most out of mistakes and negative criticism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake a fresh perspective on your role as an archivist of modern life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd much more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eIllustrated throughout with the artist's own sketches and paintings as examples and inspiration, this pocket-sized volume is a treasure to give or receive. In its pages, Gentleman's work and lessons remind us, above all, to return always to the simple delights of creativity. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBELOVED ARTIST: David Gentleman's watercolors have filled galleries; his iconic woodcuts are emblazoned on posters, book jackets, and train stations; his stamps have reached the furthest corners of the world. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSAGE ADVICE: Gentleman shares what he's learned in his seven-decade-long career, including these pearls of wisdom that can translate to any artistic endeavor: start small, step outside, keep your studio uncluttered, and do art every day. Each tip is expanded upon in a short essay. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eINSPIRING GIFT: With personal anecdotes and explanations of how he created some of his most famous works, this is a unique guide to the nature and practice of art-making that will encourage and inspire artists of all backgrounds and levels. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePerfect for: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtists of any skill level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArt students\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisual journalers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone looking to build a creative habit into their daily routine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirthday, holiday, or bon voyage gift-giving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDavid Gentleman\u003c\/b\u003e is an English artist, illustrator, designer, and author. His latest book is \u003ci\u003eMy Town: An Artist's Life in London\u003c\/i\u003e. Earlier books include \u003ci\u003eDavid Gentleman's Britain\u003c\/i\u003e and related books on London, the British coastline, Paris, India, and Italy. The platform-length mural on the underground at Charing Cross, enlarged from his wood engravings, is one of London's most familiar station designs. He has designed British postage stamps, coins, symbols, and anti-Iraq War placards and has held many exhibitions of watercolors, lithographs, and screen prints. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHe was born in 1930 to artist parents, studied at the Royal College of Art, and has lived in London ever since. He has also travelled widely, drawing and painting throughout Britain, Europe, and India. His work is represented in Tate Britain, the British Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Design Museum, the Fitzwilliam Museum, and private collections.\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 192\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 7.6 x 5.8 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 06, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67896879284472,"sku":"9781797242590","price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/5629\/7208\/files\/Wkzmbnkm_m9781797242590.webp?v=1793303491","url":"https:\/\/barneysbooksellers.com\/products\/lessons-for-young-artists-hardcover","provider":"Barney's Book Sellers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}