Notes From a Creative Life:
finding inspiration, musings from my studio, and my journey through creating a slow and gentle life.
This space is both a journal and a journey- a way of paying attention, following curiosity, and living a little more artfully.
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How to Be More Creative: Finding Inspiration
People often tell me they aren’t creative but wish to be, my response is always “Everyone is creative. What are you doing to be inspired?” To be creative is to live an inspired life. Inspiration is everywhere. You need only to pay attention. To notice the boundless beauty in nature that surrounds us. To feel your emotions wholly and deeply. To watch life with eyes wide open and your heart on your sleeve.
Leaving Instagram in Favor of Long Form Content
I reactivated my Instagram account when I launched my art website, for marketing because social media is crucial for success in business, especially if you’re an artist. That’s what we are told time and time again right? It’s a necessary evil. But I’ve come to the conclusion it’s actually impossible for me to be successful with Instagram, so what do I have to lose by leaving it and trying something different?
Field Notes from the Studio- August Edition
Notes from a life of making- reflections, updates, and things to fill your creative cup.
Spark Your Creativity: 10 Simple Ways to Be Creative Every Day
Sometimes living creatively can feel challenging or even impossible with the pace of life in today’s world. If creativity feels out of reach for you right now, here’s 10 ideas to get a quick hit on a daily basis. These ideas are for when you don’t have margin in your schedule for more intentional time creating, but also for when you are feeling blocked or don’t have any clue where to start when it comes to being more creative.