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What kind of validation do aspiring artists seek?
One of the first questions I ask aspiring artists is, “What is it that you want?” Invariably the answer has to…
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Is Your Art Making You Wealthy?
“But Crista,” the artist asked, “How can I make a living from my art?” “I wanna be wealthy! I wanna live on a…
Are You Ready to Become a Professional Artist?
Have you come to a point on your path where you’re considering turning your passion for making into a career…
Is The Working Artist Masterclass the Right Art Course for You? – An honest assessment
Investing time and money into a course for artists is a great way to build your knowledge, expand your skill…
An artist is someone who creates, often driven by passion and a unique perspective. By Crista Cloutier | September 23, 2022, I went all the way to France to write my book, exploring this very question. But that didn't make it any easier. Chapter One…
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The 'ghosts in our blood' represent the profound, often subconscious, influences of past experiences and ancestral narratives that shape an artist's journey. By Crista Cloutier | September 13, 2022, it was on September 13th, when she was just 13 years old, that Orelle was struck by a car as…
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Are You An Artist-Warrior?
I believe that the best artists are Artist Warriors. But instead of taking up arms, we take up brushes and…
Having fun can save you by rejuvenating your spirit, sparking creativity, and preventing burnout, especially for artists. By Crista Cloutier | September 3, 2022, it was the last day of the College Art Association conference in Washington DC and I was beat. I’d spent…
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Artists can learn valuable lessons about individuality and perseverance from someone who 'did it his way.' By Crista Cloutier | August 30, 2022, Jack was 90 years old and still the town rascal. I first met Jack when he came to my…
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