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Reccomended Reading
for the Artist Within
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Books are the magical portal to every destination. I'll try to feature two special ones and then list others that I know you'll love. Vist the main book page to see other categories of books.

1. The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron will always be among my most treasured books. I have been doing morning pages since 1997 and they have been a major contributor to my healing and my artistic career.

I never understood how living creatively, no matter what your vocation or occupation, could really impact your entire well-being. The Artist's way makes it all clear for you. It's even an excellent resource for people with self-destructive and/or addictive behaviors.

It's one of those books that literally (no pun intended) changed my life.
The Soul's Palette by Cathy A.. Malchiodi I just finished this book and I want to design about three workshops based on different aspects. This is a great book if you are interested in healing and art. She does a wonderful job explaining and inspiring the reader to understand symbols, Mandalas, breathing, and meditation as a part of art and healing.
There's More! The books below are all on my shelf, nightstand, suitcase or desk. I open them, re-read them, and give them as gifts on a regular basis. Most of these were reccomended to me by creative friends.
New Approach to Collage
Visual Journaling
Collage Discovery Workshop
(haven't read yet, but can't wait!)
Soul Collage
The Collage Artist, She who dances with scissors :)