The Artist’s Way

13-week facilitated course

The Artist’s Way is more than a widely-beloved book by Julia Cameron. It is a deeply effective, playful process of self-discovery.

It invites us to explore our creativity, uncover what truly brings us joy, and break through the fears and blocks keeping us from our authentic expression.

The Artist’s Way is for anyone who yearns for a more inspired, inspiring life. It’s for those who consider themselves artists of any kind (visual artists, writers, musicians, dancers, etc.), for people with creative hobbies or who aspire to have creative hobbies, and for those who would never dare describe themselves as artistic or creative. As Elizabeth Gilbert says, “If you’re alive, you’re a creative person.”

A safe space for connection & discovery

Each week, we will gather to support each other and reflect on:

  • The daily Morning Pages practice

  • The weekly Artist Date practice

  • The theme of the week’s chapter

  • Selected exercises from the week’s chapter

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“Monica provides a safe and nurturing container for your deepest soul's work. She gently ushers you through the process and encourages your journey with such grace and compassion. You’ll feel inspired by her wisdom and spiritual midwifery. Cannot recommend this course enough - it has been life changing for me.”

— Megan

Meet your facilitator

Monica Basile, PhD is an artist and designer, energy healer, and educator.

She is an experienced facilitator and space-holder who has journeyed through The Artist’s Way in group settings many times, beginning in 1995.

Monica offers a heart-centered approach to the Artist’s Way process, creating space for mindfulness, authenticity, and shared wisdom.

Please note that while this process facilitates self-discovery, Monica is not a licensed mental health professional, and this course does not constitute therapy.

“I'm SO thankful for the Artist’s way.
Monica is so gifted at cultivating a meaningful experience for all of us and holding space for what comes up each week as we make our way through the exercises.”

— Rachel

Q&A

  • Weekly: About 2 hours (1 hour to read the chapter for the week and do 1-2 exercises, and 1 hour for your weekly artist date)

    Daily: About 30 minutes to do the morning pages practice.

  • No, this is not an art instruction course. There may be weeks during which you'll be invited to share something you've created as part our exercises for the week if you wish, but sharing is never mandatory.

  • That's totally fine! 13 weeks is a big block of time, and it's inevitable that not everyone will make it to each class. You will still be able to read the week's chapter on your own time and do the exercises if your time allows. Releasing perfectionism is a big part of this process, so don't worry too much if there's something you need to miss.

  • This is SO common! While it is possible to read the book and do the exercises as a solo experience, it tends to become difficult at some point to keep going. In my experience, and that of many others, the key to making it through the entire journey is committing to doing it with a group.

  • The Artist's Way does reflect a spiritual perspective and a belief in the divine, and it does use the word God. The author invites the reader to interpret this in any way one wishes, including substituting the phrase "Good Orderly Direction."

    It is absolutely possible for someone with a non-spiritual perspective to benefit from these materials -- but if textual references to spirituality, prayer, and faith are highly triggering, this may not be the best program for you.

    Monica's teaching style is inclusive and trauma-informed, and she welcomes people of all perspectives on matters of faith, religion, and spirituality.

    • A copy of The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron (any edition is fine!)

    • A journal or notebook (does not need to be fancy!)

  • “I am thankful for Monica’s genuine leadership. This is the kind of real, soul work so many of us hunger for. Only do this if you want your life to change.”

  • “This course helped me find joy in activities I had forgotten I loved. I have looked back and examined the past hurts and loves, so I can find a more positive, creative way forward!” 

  • “I loved the community, the safety in the space, and all the centering exercises. I am now speaking my truth and hearing my truth. Take this class if you want to lean in to more self-discovery."

  • “Opening the space for self-nurtuting through the Artist’s Way has allowed me to let go of old resentments and make room for my creative, artistic self.”

  • “Take this course if you want to break through whatever might be holding you back from the life you want!”

“No matter what your age or your life path, whether making art is your career or your hobby or your dream, it is not too late or too egotistical or too selfish or too silly to work on your creativity.”


-Julia Cameron