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I Needed a Creative Outlet—and This Is Why You Need One Too
I have a morning routine: Catch the same train at the same time, sit in the same seat, drinking my coffee that I make for myself in the mornings, and listening to my music that drowns out the chatter from the people around me. I go to my 9 to 5 and then take the same train back home, at the same time sit, in the same seat... you know the drill. I am a creature of habit and patterns. I just need structure and rules. However, over a period of time, this just wasn't the case anymore.
Caroline PereiraPublished 5 years ago in JournalSculptor Christopher Green Sees the Potential in Each Piece of Stone
A glimpse into Christopher Green’s art studio might seem akin to stumbling through a rock quarry. “They are all just like boulders. You wouldn’t be able to see the differences,” says the Somers Sculptor. That said, any addition of unvarnished geology to his stash is like a Christmas morning gift. Only the thrill involved in shedding the exterior takes place before he ever puts chisel to the marble, alabaster or limestone encasing.
Rich MonettiPublished 5 years ago in JournalPainting Without a Purpose
Painting and the Importance Painting is one of the oldest and most unique ways that humans have expressed themselves throughout history. Some of the most well known paintings of history can be found in museums, in protection, and even on chapel walls. This ongoing appreciation for such a specific form of artwork can definitely discourage those who’d like to keep the culture of paint going. As we’ve all heard, many artists often have a sense of hatred or deficiency towards their work. With that being said, here’s why you should continue painting, or even begin.
Analyce HennesseyPublished 5 years ago in JournalHow Proofreading Techniques Help to Improve Writing Skills
The act of proofreading is a delicate practice that demands focus, patience, and technique. As a writer, editor, or business professional, you should be able to master your communication. This involves two types of communication: written and verbal.
Tiffany HarperPublished 5 years ago in JournalCan an Artist Enjoy Web Development?
If you are reading this, my purpose of this article is for people like the 18-year-old me who felt lost, looking for a career in a creative field.
'Toto' (Aleksina Teto)Published 5 years ago in JournalLion Chat with Liztigress!
Welcome to my very first Lion Chat! My name is Kall, but the focus today is not me. It is on the artist, liztigress. Her real name is Elizabeth, and she can speak English, Spanish, and a little French. She is a junior in college where she is studying Animation/Entertainment Arts. She is located in Southern California, USA.
Queen KallPublished 5 years ago in Journal5 Time Management Tips for Artists
Acknowledge the completion of your milestones. After a few weeks or a month, evaluate, honestly, how you’re managing time. Consider aspects of your work like delays, wrong time estimates, and improvements made. Post analysis, if you find that you’ve accomplished your goal, then make sure to reward yourself!
Ross GellerPublished 5 years ago in JournalRekindle Creativity
Recently, the white page has been winning. Sitting down to create, I get distracted by Netflix, my phone, video games, eating, staring at a ceiling chanting... it's been bad. I managed to convince myself I wasn't creative. Looking back at my creative output from this last year, I found myself getting anxious, as if it was a callout, rubbing in self-esteem issues. Within that, I managed to convince myself I lost all creativity I once had.
'Toto' (Aleksina Teto)Published 5 years ago in JournalCreativity Is Hard
My mother always said that we came into this world to create, that this is our purpose. Then why is it so hard? We call it soul food, because it’s meant to feed the soul. Then why is the soul so hard to please?
Writing: Blood, Sweat, and Tears for Ink
HOOK: Let's get something straight: I hate writing, because it's the best thing ever. INTRO: But as much as I love the process, we can't just publish our word vomit and call it good writing. Because that's stupid. I wish I could say it with any other word, but for our little chat today, you and I need to call it what it is. Our words, spoken or written, carry more gravity than we realize, and even when we write anonymously, they still carry our identity with them.
Ben RawlingsPublished 5 years ago in JournalThat's Enough Critique Already
Music blaring in my ears, I glare at my painting as I work it to death. How dare it not be perfect! Going back to my post two weeks ago, I've really gotten caught on the idea of judgment, especially creatively. As the idea hit me harder than I ever expected, I started to notice myself judging others, not deeming anything as bad, but instantly getting into the head space of critiquing. Not only others though, probably even more aggressively, I was critiquing myself.
'Toto' (Aleksina Teto)Published 5 years ago in JournalHow to Be a Creative in 2019
Online is becoming the place to be to find work, but it's becoming so intimidating! How do I approach being a creative online?How can I actually make money?Where do I start?
'Toto' (Aleksina Teto)Published 5 years ago in Journal