Think Like An Artist Don't Act Like One

This book presents 75 ways to look at art and 75 life lessons you can learn from it. From the works of ancient Egypt and Greece to today's abstract and conceptual pieces, by way of Leonardo, Dürer and Rembrandt, Picasso, Warhol and Ai Weiwei, art inspires us to take a fresh look at the fundamental questions we face. Questions about success, about love, about work, about friendship and about life and death.

Think Like an Artist, Don't Act Like One is a lively introduction to art history as it resonates in your own daily life. And an exhortation to look at art in your personal way.

Author

Koos de Wilt is writer and art historian working on the interface of culture and business. He published books like Rembrandt Inc, The Rijksmuseum Story Book, and books with subjects ranging from business, diversity, canal houses, and music conducting. He also made documentaries, for example on Vermeer and Rembrandt.

Press

"A refreshing and entertaining first insight into the world of art." – Slanted.de "For everyone who dares to think in proposals, not in opinions." – Daan Roosegaarde, artist

"For art there is no leaflet and no guarantee. Koos shows why." – Taco Dibbts, Rijksmuseum’s General Director

"The ideal book for anyone who wants to learn how to live through art!" – Erik Kessels, advertising professional

"De Wilt writes very clearly and has succeeded in producing a page-turner." – Jop Ubbens, art consultant

"Rock star, skateboarder, artist… I never made it at any of them. But at least now

I have the right book to soften the pain." – Oscar Kneppers, founder Rockstart

"Fantastic book that promotes interest in art." – Jorg Grimm, art dealer