Art and Courage: Stories to Inspire the Artist-Warrior Within

Art and Courage: Stories to Inspire the Artist-Warrior Within by Thornton, John Paul. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780981957319.

Art and Courage is an artists call to action. It challenges readers to trust in their creative dreams even in the face of adversity, and reveals how real artists, dancers, musicians, writers, and others successfully faced their fears and found their true calling. In this emotionally charged book youll discover many illuminating stories including one womans courageous actions to preserve the freedom of expression in the midst of crushing censorship and war. Read the transformational story of how a songwriter bravely responded to the diagnosis of his sons autism. Meet the dancer who, despite living with cancer, took her art form to a remarkable new level. Find out how a man bound to a wheelchair overcame his restrictions to be a messenger of hope through his paintings. As the world economy shifts, many creative individuals are looking for inspiration and hope for their creative spirit. Art and Courage is the answer.