How DO they do it? If you could ask your favorite artist or crafter only one question; chances are youd ask about creativity: Where do your ideas come from? How did you get started? What are your tricks for overcoming blocks?In Living the Creative Life; author Riceuml; 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.Try your hand at creative jumpstarts straight from the pros.Glimpse the artists innermost thoughts and works in progress as you peruse pages from their journals and notebooks.Share textile artist Sas Colbys triumph over creative block during an exotic art retreat.Learn how internationally acclaimed artist James Michael Starr uses experience from his former "day job" to fuel his creation today.Explore the work of Michael deMeng; Claudine Hellmuth; Melissa Zink and the other artists right alongside their insights.No crafter or artist should live the creative life without Living the Creative Life! The inspiration is contagious.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful. Excellent tutorial for this old noviceBy David L. FondaThree-Note Voicings and Beyond has been very helpful to my understanding of jazz for the guitar. During years of playing folk and blues in my youth. I was always intimidated by jazz both in theory and practice. Now. in my late 60s. thanks to this book. Im able to play and hear some very colorful chords.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Its a good reference bookBy Mark S.Its a good reference book. I also got Ranger Dougs book. Ive tried for years to play jazz fake books and was pretty intimidated by the chords. Now using the "shell chords" - 3 note chords - Im able to play the songs out of the fake books. Three-note voicings book - helps you see the 2-5-1 progression and just helps over all with understanding how the chrods fit together in the progression.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Essential!By Dan PetersonA truly great book that not only contains great concepts but also organizes them in a way that is useful for the player. Essential reading for the modern player!
