In Greek mythology, the Muses were the patron goddesses of the arts and the sources of divine inspiration.  Readers engaged in creative pursuits, pleasures and adventures can find help, inspiration and motivation here.  Whether your interests are artistic, professional or personal, Life With The Muse© offers practical and imaginative guidance for an inspired odyssey.

Here you can get information about a Muse retreat or film screening, and read articles which focus on living and working in the arts.

Life With The Muse©:  Creating a Life in the Arts

Why does the artist paint, sing or write?  What inspires passion?  How does creativity take possession of the soul, causing other fascinations to fade?  And why is the creative life-force so powerful, but so elusive? 

The ancient Greeks thought the mystery of creativity was so glorious that deity must be involved.  In their mythology, the Nine Muses were patron goddesses of the arts and sciences, culture and inspiration.  During this retreat, The Muses will guide us as we probe the puzzles and problems, myths and mazes of living a life in the arts.  We’ll explore both the inner world of art-making and the outer world of art marketing. Join us as we examine

•           The Gifts Of The Muses

•           The Nature Of Inspiration

•           Eleven Traits That Contribute To Creativity

•           Visualization Techniques

•           Goal-Setting
 

Vision illustration, creativity cards, muse journals, contemplative writing exercises and class discussions are all designed to bring each individual’s strengths and preferences to the forefront. The retreat concludes with a screening of the documentary film Living With The Muse. 

 Living With The Muse© Screening & Discussion

This 23-minute documentary explores the underlying challenge for all artists — how to balance making a living and making art; how to live in the everyday world and still foster the imagination.  See how artists from all disciplines approach their professional lives while nourishing their creative verve. 

•           How to Balance Making Art and Making a Living

•           How Artists Thrive In Their Art & Communities

•           The Unique Needs Of The Artist

•           Career Development Support And Resources

Life With The Muse© Articles and Inspiration for Living a Life in the Arts

•           Welcome to Mt. Helicon*

•           The Economics of Art

•           Developing Your Artistic Voice

•           7 Tips for Writing Your Goals

*COMING SOON

"Art evokes the mystery without which the world would not exist."

- Rene-Francois-Ghislain Magritte

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