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My blog is a reflection of my artistic process and my love of the natural world. I write about my inspiration, challenges, and successes. I also share tips and techniques for artists of all levels.

An Interview with the Artist โ€” Maria P Tuttle
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An Interview with the Artist โ€” Maria P Tuttle

The following was inspired by Julia Cameronโ€™s course in discovering and recovering the creative self titled The Artistโ€™s Way: A Spiritual Path to Creativity. Some of the questions are drawn directly from the journaling exercises that I completed during the course.

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Open Air Sketching โ€” Where Do I Start?
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Open Air Sketching โ€” Where Do I Start?

I have to thank my friend Ami and her darling significant person Doniel for these questions. On a cold-ish morning in June 2021, at the windy Eckley Pier in Crockett, CA, the 3 of us got together for an open-air sketching hang. On the hike down to the water and during the group sketching lesson, they asked me the following questionsโ€ฆ

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