ABSTRACT
Chapter 4 introduces the archetypal psychologist, James Hillman, with special attention to his advancement of Jung’s declaration that “image is psyche.” This chapter traces the development of archetypal psychology – which was deliberately aligned from its inception with the arts and humanities – while illuminating its relevance for today’s creators, specifically regarding the idea of “creativity as instinct” and the need to differentiate creativity from artistry. In addition, this chapter highlights Hillman’s passionate allegiance to imagination and image, which was matched by his allegiance to artists and makers of all types; this union informed and enriched his stirring insights into the creative process, the call to create, and the nature of psyche itself as the quintessential artist. In addition, this chapter will highlight several of the most influential sources of archetypal thought as developed by James Hillman, including the Platonists and Neoplatonists, the Romantic poets, Henry Corbin, and C.G. Jung. Moreover, this chapter will examine Hillman’s move away from the traditional Jungian notions of archetype and symbol to a broader definition of “the archetypal” as expressed through images and experiences.
