Recently we talked about setting limits to increase creativity. As we narrow down our focus, it becomes easier to just get on with the work, rather than endlessly debating when, how and what we should start. In the conversation surrounding that article, I was asked further about how I actually [...] Read more »
Morning Stacks and Stripping Back
In recent times, I’ve written in some depth about the value of creating every day, and specifically the power of morning stacks. These are simply a series of daily habits, each for a short period, that stacked together become even more effective and robust than any one of them individually. [...] Read more »
Defining Freedom
Getting away from the familiar routine of every day life is a great way to gain some perspective, to reassess, regroup and move on with what matters most. For me, my most recent break has led me to questioning what I seek most, and how to find it. The short [...] Read more »
Hold Steady At The Helm
Sometimes we stop creating far sooner than we could. We jump ship and swim frantically for the safe shores we came from, unaware that wonderful new lands are already appearing on the horizon. We must keep creating when we feel like giving up. We must believe that the beautiful, life [...] Read more »
Why I’m Giving Up Artist’s (Half) Dates
I often go out on Artist’s Dates, especially with my camera. Essentially, I go somewhere I know there’s going to be scenery of interest to focus on (hills, woods, lakes and churchyards are the most common it seems), somewhere different to my day to day indoor surroundings. Somewhere I can [...] Read more »
Let Motivation Be Your Compass
Listen to your natural motivation. What makes you feel alive? Which ideas excite you most? Do those things, follow those clues, begin those creative projects, and let motivation carry you through with the force of ten tornadoes. It’s far preferable to filling your creative life with things you don’t really [...] Read more »
How To Become The Artist (And The Person) You Know You Can Be
Recently we spoke about the idea of a More or Less List. It’s not essential that you read that article before reading this one, but it might give you more insight. The premise was simple. To keep yourself focused and on track towards leading the life you want to lead, take [...] Read more »