MARN Artist Book Club – “Nobody Knows What They are Doing’
The MARN Artist Book Club will meet on Monday, July 24th starting at 5:30 PM at the MARN ART + CULTURE HUB (191 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, WI).
The MARN Artist Book Club led by MARNmember and local artist, Carley Knight, is a place for like-minded creatives to meet monthly and discuss texts that foster understanding of what it means to be an artist today. Carley will lead a discussion on, ‘Nobody Knows What They are Doing’ by Lee Crutchley.
This conversation is FREE and open to the public. Please RSVP.
Arrive early and tour the current exhibition, explore the offerings of the MARN MARKETPLACE, and grab a treat from the cafe.
See you soon bibliophiles!
ABOUT THE BOOK: ‘Nobody Knows What They’re Doing’ by Lee Crutchley
Nobody Knows What They’re Doing is an honest guide to the creative life for artists of all kinds. Lee Crutchley, author of How to Be Happy (Or At Least Less Sad), skips the platitudes, positive affirmations, and guarantees of success; he’ll never ever tell you to just “Do What You Love”. Instead, Crutchley discusses the things nobody else is talking about – that, frankly, your work sucks (but that’s ok because everyone else’s does, too), that making bad art is worth it, and so much more.In a world desperate for a glimpse of authenticity, Nobody Knows What They’re Doing is a breath of fresh air that reveals the truths hiding between the lines of Instagram-friendly aphorisms and behind the words of the most inspirational TED talks. An honest look at the reality of creativity and the joy and difficulty of crafting good (and bad) art, this book is a must-listen for every exhausted creative, every starry-eyed dreamer, and every artist who is trying to make their way in the world – and keep a roof over their head while they do it.
ABOUT CARLEY:
Carley Knight is an abstract fiber artist living in Milwaukee, WI. Her work explores many themes including: connection, mental health, and tradition.
Carley is also an avid reader. Growing up she would get in trouble for reading books in class. She has long wanted to start a book club for fellow artists where they gather to discuss what it means to be an artist today and the contemporary art world through reading a mix of more philosophical and practical books.
Please also consider supporting the MARNmentorship program by purchasing the artist book, postcard or poster is a donation to the program and a way to preserve its legacy. The book will also be sent out to a handful of libraries across the US that feature artist book collections.
