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Photograph of Crista Cloutier immediately after completing a shark dive in Cape Town, emerging from shark-infested waters with a triumphant expression. The image captures her overcoming intense fear, symbolizing courage, personal growth, and creative breakthroughs for artists

How Moments Lead to Creative Breakthroughs

This picture of me is not the most glamorous, yet it’s my favorite. Let me explain. All my life I’ve been terrified of sharks. Truly…

Crista May 19, 2017

Collage image of Crista Cloutier: the first photo shows her at the back of a white-water raft navigating the Petrohué River in Chile, visibly focused and gripping her paddle; the second photo shows her celebrating survival on land by holding a cold beer labeled “Crista,” smiling after completing the rapids. This image illustrates overcoming fear, adventure, and creative courage.

My Secret Remedy For Being Stuck

There I was, up the Petrohué River. Luckily I had a paddle, however much good it did me. You see, last week found me white-water…

Crista May 19, 2017