A Beautiful Anarchy: When the Life Creative Becomes the Life Created

A Beautiful Anarchy is a vulnerable, honest, and insightful book about the human longing to create, whether that’s a family, a business, a book or a photograph. Our greatest creation can be an intentional life lived on our terms. For those that already identify as creative people, this book is an invitation to more intentionally explore your creative process. For anyone that’s ever said, “but I’m not really creative,” it’s a call to exhume a part of yourself that desperately needs to get out and breathe.



This is an honest discussion about creativity and the obstacles that stand in our way on that journey. It’s an invitation to consider the creative in all of us, and to recognize that our best work will always be done when we colour outside the lines and listen first to our own voice. Truly exceptional, authentic lives have never belonged to the talented or the fearless, but to the ones that find the courage to do their work, and be themselves.



David duChemin is a photographer, best-selling author, adventurer, and advocate of the intentional life.



“A Beautiful Anarchy is raw energy bundled up in a book, and opening its cover is like lighting a fuse. This isn’t an ordinary book. It’s message is challenging and liberating at the same time. What I like best, is that David’s words are grounded in a life that is well lived. Reading it is like gaining access to the mentor and friend I always wished I had. A Beautiful Anarchy is manifesto that has changed how I see the world. Read this book if you want to make more meaningful photographs and live a more complete life.”

~ Chris Orwig, author of Visual Poetry.



“This is essential reading for anyone longing to live a creative life. This is a book that is less about making art and more about learning that getting out of our own way is the first step to living a more creative and fulfilling life. Nurture the artist and the art will follow.I’ve read all of David’s books and this just may be my favorite.”

~ Jeffery Saddoris, FadedandBlurred.com



“A Beautiful Anarchy is more than a book. It’s a call to be truly alive! The powerful stories and principles shared will teach you how to create personal freedom, make your mark and live with passion. Read this book and do something brilliant with your life!

~ Richie Norton, bestselling author of The Power of Starting Something Stupid