Asmus Helms is an artist from Copenhagen. He paints on everything and has self-published two zines and two books. His works draw on autobiographical material, portraying people and places from his daily life. They range from everyday absurdities to themes like identity, addiction, and sexuality. Find him on Instagram @asmushelms.

PHYSICAL

• Custom Built-in Shelving Unit – My wife and I just moved into a new apartment, and a home isn’t complete without books and art, so one of our bigger upgrades to the space was a built-in shelving unit in the living room. It was build by Made By Baden and we love it.
• How To Be An Artist by Jerry Saltz – A no-nonsense, inspiring guide to making art. It’s packed with blunt advice, humor, and practical steps that cut through the usual artistic self-doubt.
• Montana Foldable RPET Bag – Holds all of the groceries, a bunch of spray cans, folds up small, and looks cool. Made from recycled plastic, it’s tough, portable, and the perfect mix of function and aesthetics.

DIGITAL

• The Art Career Academy – Making a living as an artist is hard. I am not there yet, but this has helped me get much closer. It’s practical, community-driven, and filled with real strategies instead of vague motivational nonsense.
• Struthless' YouTube Channel – Funny, smart, and useful. Self-help often gives me the ick, but Struthless is both brutally honest and very funny. His videos offer real insights on creativity, self-discipline, and making things that actually matter.

INVISIBLE

"Whatever you like it all fits in. It doesn't matter how different those things are that you like. They all fit into this world of shit you like."

— El-P (On the "What Had Happened Was.." podcast)

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