Art Work: On the Creative Life

Name: Art Work: On the Creative Life
Price: 21.99 USD
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Rating: 4.7 (165 reviews)
Author: Sally Mann

by Sally Mann

Nonfiction Memoir

4.7 (165)

4.7 stars from 165 reviews

259 pages~4.3 hr readPublished by Random HousePublished 2025-09-18

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Last checked: May 1, 2026

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Perfect for you if...

You're a working artist or creative struggling to figure out why talent alone doesn't guarantee relevance.
You loved Hold Still and want more of Mann's unfiltered perspective on making things that last.
You're curious about the unglamorous reality of the creative life: the rejection, the luck, the discipline required.

Maybe not for you if...

You want tactical tips for becoming a professional artist or writer. This isn't a how-to guide.
You prefer memoir that's purely personal narrative without philosophy or craft lessons woven through.
You're looking for a quick motivational read. Mann's voice is thoughtful and demanding.

About this book

Art Work is Sally Mann's book about the creative process, exploring both its challenges and rewards. The work combines stories, practical advice, and life lessons written in the direct and fearless tone of her earlier memoir, Hold Still. The book is illustrated with photographs, journal entries, and letters throughout. Mann addresses topics including early promise, the role of luck, the necessity of sustained hard work, dealing with rejection and distraction, the importance of risk-taking, and understanding when to commit to opportunities. The narrative weaves together prose with visual materials and ephemera to examine creativity.

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$2.99 – $31.10

Currently on sale at $21.99 — 29% off peak. Price has dropped 3 times over the last 14 months. Goes on sale roughly every 108 days. Typically stays discounted for 6 days.

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Currently around #33K in the Kindle store — a steady mid-list seller.

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Currently 4.7★ from 165 reviews

Gaining approximately 23 new reviews per month. Steady word of mouth growth. Rating has remained stable at 4.6 over the tracking period.

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