Creativity

On sharing things

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Creative endeavors can be challenging, feeling like a minefield of self-doubt and external pressures. Internal struggles such as imposter syndrome and the fear of revealing unfinished projects can hinder progress. CBT techniques can help to recognize and counter these thoughts, while embracing diverse experiences can lead to unique solutions. Balancing the act of sharing work with the world, while recognizing the importance of doing it for oneself, can make the process smoother and more fulfilling.

Turning Pages to Tapping Screens: My Evolution of Choose Your Own Adventure

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The year is a blisteringly ancient 1992. I am somewhere around 10 years old, socially awkward, and more or less living in a library, buried in books either at the sacred building, or digging through fractured pieces of its soul at home. Finally graduating from the droll monotony of Garfield (the banal feline-oriented strip, not the 20th president of the United States), I have recently discovered choose your own adventure books.

New Work on Canvas: “Depth”

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Struggling to focus amid many interests, I consistently return to painting, currently with quick-dry acrylics and geometric precision. My new piece “Depth” uses dichromatic palettes and clean lines to express the hidden complexities within simplicity, reflecting a desire to comprehend everyday intricacies straightforwardly.

Overcoming Perfectionism: Love What You Create (Even if You Don’t)

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Embracing imperfections in our creative endeavors is essential for liberation and joy in the creative process, and a key step in overcoming perfectionism. This post explores the challenges of striving for flawlessness and underscores the importance of a positive mindset in artistic work. Learn how self-compassion and reflection, as tools to conquer perfectionism, can profoundly transform your approach to creativity, leading to a more fulfilling and liberating artistic journey.

The Shadow of Inspiration: Facing the Pressure of Daily Creation

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NAHFTS | Draw a calendar

I’m sitting at my desk, Pages open on my iPad, cursor blinking expectantly, but the words just won’t come.  I’ve got plenty to talk about, so much I want to say, yet the opening paragraph eludes me. The cursor’s incessant blinking becomes menacing, mocking my inaction. And yet I stare on, unmotivated to continue, dissatisfied … Read more