<h2><center>How DO they do it? </h2></center><p><br><br><br><br>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?<p><br><br><br><br>In <i>Living the Creative Life</i>, author Ric? 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.<UL><br><br><br><br><li>Try your hand at creative jumpstarts straight from the pros.<br><br><li>Glimpse the artists' innermost thoughts and works in progress as you peruse pages from their journals and notebooks.<br><br><li>Share textile artist Sas Colby's triumph over creative block during an exotic art retreat.<br><br><li>Learn how internationally acclaimed artist James Michael Starr uses experience from his former "day job" to fuel his creation today.<br><br><li>Explore the work of Michael deMeng, Claudine Hellmuth, Melissa Zink and the other artists right alongside their insights.</UL><br><br><br><br>No crafter or artist should live the creative life without <i>Living the Creative Life</i>! The inspiration is contagious.