Creativity, much like any other skill, needs inspiration and fresh ideas. Art books and behind-the-scenes documentaries are the perfect fuel; inspiration feeding your creative soul.

Art books don’t merely showcase finished works; they guide you through the evolution of characters and offer a backstage pass to the creative choices breathing life into the art. On the other hand, making-of documentaries are the red carpet events of the creative world, transporting you behind the scenes and introducing you to the brilliant minds behind the art. It’s not just about the finished product; it’s a journey into the minds of creators—their intricate thought processes and work ethics. These documentaries unveil the magic behind the scenes.

Here’s a list of my recommendations:

Artbooks:

1. The Art of Pixar
2. The Art of Wreck it Ralph
3. Ann Blockley’s Watercolor Workshop
4. Experimental Landscapes through Watercolor by Ann Blockely
5. Art forms in Nature by Ernst Haeckel

Making of documentaries:

1. Howard
2. Good Chemistry: The Story of Elemental)
3. A history of art in 3 colors (not a making of but history of)
4. Abstract: The Art of Design