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In this episode of Made to Make, host Shannon Grissom sits down with California-based artist Deb Pepin for a soulful conversation about creativity, intuition, and the quiet power of making art. A self-taught painter, Deb shares how her artistic path unfolded organically—and how creating has become both a healing practice and a way of staying deeply connected to the natural world.

Deb opens up about her intuitive approach to art, the magic of plein air painting, and why simple doodling plays such an important role in her daily creative life as a form of meditation. She also speaks candidly about creative blocks, the perseverance required to move through them, and the lessons she’s learned along the way—offering thoughtful encouragement for artists at any stage.

At its core, this episode is an invitation to slow down, tune in, and notice the beauty that’s already around us. Through Deb’s story and artwork, listeners are reminded that creativity isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence, curiosity, and the courage to keep going.

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