In The Hand Magazine’s latest issue, Adam Finkelston reviews Pure Inspiration, volume 1, celebrating its innovative approach to creativity and diverse artistry. Adam’s review emphasizes the book’s inspirational power, making it essential for art enthusiasts and creators alike.
In the latest edition of The Hand Magazine, Adam Finkelston dives into Pure Inspiration, our thought-provoking and inspirational new book. Known for his commitment to showcasing innovative techniques in photography, printmaking and giving artists a platform to show their work, Finkelston offers readers a taste of what makes Pure Inspiration a must-have.

In his review, Adam praises Pure Inspiration for its refreshing approach, noting that it’s more than a collection of artworks—it’s a journey through creativity itself. The book features a diverse range of artists and techniques, with each piece serving as a testament to the power of imagination.
“Pure Inspiration, is refreshingly accessible, telling us in easy to understand terms about the artist and how the images are done without getting into the technical details of process. We learn a little about each artist and their motivations – just enough to pique our interest and inspire us to learn more.”
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“For artists, Pure Inspiration, offers new ideas, new approaches, and encouragement to try new techniques – to push beyond the obvious and into exploratory spaces. For enthusiasts, the book offers a window into the mind of an artist and just enough “shop-talk” to get an idea of how the images are made. I can’t recommend this book highly enough.”
The Hand Magazine has built a reputation as a go-to source for experimental art, showcasing artists who push boundaries with their craft. If you are not yet a subscriber we highly recommend you treating yourself to a subscription. Just so you know, we don’t get any kickback or financial rewards for saying this, we just do what we always do and recommend things we love – and we love the magazine.





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