Art books for the SELF TAUGHT artist | Mindset, Art Fundamentals, Inspiration (4K)

Art books are one of the best resource available to those of us looking to supplement our art education, aside from KZbin videos or tutorials. If you’re a self taught artist like I am, - stick around because i am going to be showing you some of the books i wish i had at the start of my art journey. I have collected these books over the span of the last 2 years and they have had a tremendous impact on my creative mindset, improving my art fundamentals and as a source of artistic inspiration on the days i feel blocked.
ART BOOKS MENTIONED 🎨
🔵 The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron
🔵 Space Drawing Perspective by DongHo Kim
🔵 Framed Ink by Marcos Mateu-Mestre
🔵 Color and Light by James Gurney
🔵 Color and Light (Artist Master Series) by 3D total
🔵 Drawing Form and poses by Tom Fox (‪@tomfoxdraws‬ )
🔵 Morpho Anatomy book series
🔵 Windows To The World by Devin Elle Kurtz
🔵 The Art of Loish
🔵 Walt Disney Animation Studios Layout & Background Art Collection
🔵 The Art of Princess Mononoke by Studio Ghibli
Timestamps 🕰️
00:00 Book on Mindset
01:35 Books on Art Fundamentals
06:22 Books on Inspiration

[@yamum]

thank you so much!!I find having physical copies are just so much better than digital

[@sincerelyharmz]

I totally agree! Though sometimes i get impatient & want to read something in the moment😂

[@nicyounginhumans]

this is really good!!! the first colot and light you recommended is one i hadnt seen beforehand (only heard of the master series) really good video!!

[@sincerelyharmz]

Im so glad you found it helpful! And yea the James Gurney one is the OG book :)

[@libramoon9358]

I just saw your art on instagram and it is beautiful. And thank you for these videos you've created, I will definitely be tuning in to whatever is next :)

[@sincerelyharmz]

Thank you so much for sticking around🫶🏼

[@JuustJulees]

I'm really happy to found this video, I really feel connected to the things you said, because I love books and always would love to see more people show the books they think are fundamental. Very Happy and Exited for more!!!

[@sincerelyharmz]

I'm so glad! 🫶🏼 thank you

[@adrianachris3567]

thanks a lot 😍🥰

[@sincerelyharmz]

You're welcome 😊

[@vulpinefae]

Oh wow I see you're a new channel but your production is so high level! And thanks for all the book recs! I only had one from what you listed and must get the rest! I absolutely love my art of Rapunzel, one of my inspirational books.

[@sincerelyharmz]

Yay! Im glad you liked the video. I love the Rapunzel one too. I try to get my hands on as many Art Of books!

[@WonderAboutUs]

This is a great list. Another James Gurney book I love for inspiration is Imaginative Realism.

[@sincerelyharmz]

I have that too! Wonderful artist he is✨

[@speraartwork7667]

Thank you for the book recommandations, nice video ! 💖

[@sincerelyharmz]

Thank you :)

[@julesbrunoart]

this was awesome, will definitely check out the anatomy books!

[@gabbo13]

As I returned to draw in order to make a living, I have a few books related to manga an general drawing. Few books are in physical, while the rest are on PDF or EPUBs. I have to be disciplined, but It's necessary while I'm dealing with some personal issues.

[@WelcomeToEdenwick]

Had gotten Framed ink for christmas as a secret santa gift. have been wanting it for a while and am glad to finally have it. and now i have a few more books to add to my wishlist. 😀

[@sincerelyharmz]

All of his books are amazing! Especially the ones on perspective.

[@KSDurhamArt]

Thank you for this video!! I have the first color and light book and really want to get the other one! And now I'm adding even more art books to my collection! Definitely want to improve in storytelling and lighting in my art!

[@sincerelyharmz]

Happy to help! :) Those are some pretty solid books!!

[@rromvnn7136]

luv ur channel so much

[@sincerelyharmz]

Thank you so much :)

[@kaushalyanirmala]

Thanks darling ❤very informative

[@sincerelyharmz]

Im glad you like it! :)

[@squidsketch]

thank you!! these are all really cool books ive been looking for some recently :0

[@sincerelyharmz]

Aw im so glad you found it helpful! :)

[@kirkroberts3795]

Awesome

[@sincerelyharmz]

Thanks! :)

[@soldieraphix5720]

My art teacher gave me the book Drawing on the Right Side of The Brain by Betty Edwards I followed and read every thing did every excercise and no doubt it made me a better artist for sure.

[@sincerelyharmz]

I have never read that book but it sure sounds like something i’d like to have! :)

[@16LifeGames]

I love your channel. I now collect the books from the new art publisher The Guide Artists Publishing. They are beautiful. I subscribe to your channel.

[@sincerelyharmz]

Thank you so much :)

[@MariannesStudio]

I *love* Devin Elle Kurtz and have her book too! Definitely planning to mention it whenever I get around to making an art book video. :) I just found your video/channel, that's an instant sub from me! I checked out your art on instagram, it's sooo beautiful. I love that your pieces look so magical and whimsical - I'm super impressed at how well your color and light choices POP. Can't wait to follow your journey on here 🫂

[@sincerelyharmz]

Her art is stunning 🫶🏼 aw thank you! Thats very kind. Thank you for sticking around :))✨