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Archetypes are a symbolic language you can learn in order to better understand human behavior - yours, as well as that of others. With roots in ancient Greece, archetypes have been identified by psychologists, and used to populate novels and movies as characters that range from the classic damsel in distress to heroes, heroines, and vampires. In this set of 35 meditations, Jane Dunnewold explores the intersection of archetypes with the creative process, and proposes that when you understand the lessons an archetype presents, it deepens your connection to your creative self and frees you to make better art - more often.Damsel, Hero, Artist, Judge: Meditations on Archetypes and Creativity is illustrated with art work by Zoie Holzknecht and Denise Osso, and accompanied by artists' statements for each of their pieces. The result is a sensitive and thoughtful three-way conversation on the power of archetypes to animate art work and inspire creative reflection.