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How to Live an Artful Life by Katy Hessel

This book is a joyful celebration of artistic wisdom, offering daily inspiration for anyone seeking to live more passionately and artfully. The book is cleverly structured to guide readers through the months, providing thoughtful quotes and ideas from artists of all genres. Each page is a small yet potent reminder to look for beauty in everyday life, whether you’re a seasoned creative or simply seeking moments of inspiration.

A Year of Inspiration – A Journey of Creative Inspiration

Katy Hessel draws from a diverse range of artists worldwide, distilling their insights into bite-sized reflections suitable for daily contemplation.

Seasonal Reflections and New Beginnings

One of the most charming aspects of this collection is its seasonal approach. Whether you’re yearning for fresh starts beneath golden summer skies or seeking transformation as autumn leaves fall and winter nights linger, How to Live an Artful Life adapts to your inner and outer landscapes. Hessel’s words encourage readers to cherish every moment, see the world with renewed perspective, and welcome the ongoing rhythms of change that mark each new season.

Encouragement for Creatives

This book isn’t just for artists—it’s for anyone with a creative spark. There is gentle encouragement throughout to write new words, paint on fresh canvases, compose poetry, and forge connections. Hessel’s approach is inclusive, urging readers to make new friendships or even fall in love with the world anew. With this book as a companion, you’re reminded that artfulness is not only an act but a way of seeing and living each day.

Living Artfully

How to Live an Artful Life is more than a collection of quotes; it’s a guide to living with intention, curiosity, and joy. Katy Hessel’s curation offers the perfect springboard for anyone seeking daily motivation, whether you’re setting out to write your own story, splash colour on a canvas, or simply savour the art in everyday life. As the new year unfolds, this book invites you to seize each day, taste its richness, and live it artfully.

Final Thoughts

If you’re searching for words to cherish and wisdom to ignite your creative journey, look no further than this delightful volume. With its blend of encouragement and artistic insight. How to Live an Artful Life is a beautiful companion for the year ahead, a book to keep close, reflect on, and return to whenever you need inspiration.

 

Reviewed by Kez Wickham St George
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Author: Katy Hessel

Publisher:  Hutchison – Heymen. Penguin Random House UK

Website: www.penguin.com.au/books

 

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