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Akademie X : lessons in art + life

by Craig Garrett, Rebecca Morrill

Thirty-six artists and critics provide practical and philosophical lessons for aspiring contemporary artists. The curriculum covers technical advice, studio practice, and career development, offering insight into the lives and techniques of established practitioners.

Accession 9072 ISBN 9780714867366 Publisher Phaidon Press
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