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Dancing With Haters

By crista-cloutier | November 20, 2022

Artists often confide to me that they’re afraid to put themselves “out there.” Afraid of what other people will think.…

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Crista Cloutier at Scottsdale Arts Festival

How To Share Your Creative Gifts

By crista-cloutier | November 16, 2022

I once dragged a film crew to the Scottsdale Arts Festival. The cameras followed me as I collected wisdom from…

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Hand drawn map for Crista Cloutier

Have You Ever Felt Lost?

By crista-cloutier | November 16, 2022

It’s been nearly 20 years since I first spent time in France. Nearly 20 years since I met a beautifully…

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Are You Giving Your Power Away?

By crista-cloutier | November 14, 2022

I guess it won’t surprise you know that I’ve always believed in magic. I look for those small moments of…

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How I Learned to Run

By crista-cloutier | November 11, 2022

Her name was Ruffian. And she was the fastest girl alive. They said she couldn’t beat the boys but I…

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How To Become A Professional Artist

By crista-cloutier | November 9, 2022

Like many creatives, you want to become a full-time professional artist one day. Isn’t that the dream? But the path…

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Neon sign that says the work

How Amateur Artists Go Pro

By crista-cloutier | November 6, 2022

What’s an artist to do when confronted with the complexities of a creative life? Create a new picture. Work through…

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The Gift a Gentle Giant Left Me

By crista-cloutier | November 3, 2022

Mickey was born the moment that his father died. His dad was rushing to the hospital to greet his firstborn…

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What To Do When Your Art Isn’t Selling

By crista-cloutier | October 31, 2022

Wondering how to be an artist when nobody seems interested in your art? Keeping the faith during down times can…

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