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How DO they do it?
If you could ask your favorite artist or crafter only one question, chances are you'd ask about creativity: Where do your ideas come from? How did you get started? What are your tricks for overcoming blocks?
In Living the Creative Life, author Ricë Freeman-Zachery has compiled answers to these questions and more from 15 successful artists in a variety of mediums - from assemblage to fiber arts, beading to mixed-media collage. Creativity is different for everyone, and these artists share their insights on the muse (if you believe in her), keeping a sketchbook (or not), and prioritizing your art, whether you aspire to create solely for your own pleasure or to become a full-time artist.
- Try your hand at creative jumpstarts straight from the pros.
- Glimpse the artists' innermost thoughts and works in progress as you peruse pages from their journals and notebooks.
- Share textile artist Sas Colby's triumph over creative block during an exotic art retreat.
- Learn how internationally acclaimed artist James Michael Starr uses experience from his former "day job" to fuel his creation today.
- Explore the work of Michael deMeng, Claudine Hellmuth, Melissa Zink and the other artists right alongside their insights.
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