The World Needs Your Art Now More Than Ever
Creativity is one of the best counters to all the craziness. Photo by Rachael Gorjestani on Unsplash I could go on a long diatribe about the state of world affairs.…
Don’t Hesitate – Create
The answer to “Should I make art?” is always YES. Photo by SwapnIl Dwivedi on Unsplash The world can never have too much art in it. Art in every form…
Don’t Fear New Options for Creativity
There are always new tools available for making art. Photo by Joshua Woroniecki on Unsplash When I began writing at age 9, it was all by hand. My first sci-fi…
AI: The Elephant in the Room We Can’t Really Ignore
Generative AI is a new tool you can use or avoid; but ignore it at your own peril. Photo by Mojahid Mottakin on Unsplash There have been many books, movies,…
Does a Blank Canvas or Page During Your Creative Process Ever Frighten You?
This is perfectly normal, and something I think all creatives encounter. Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash I’ve never met another artist, writer, painter, woodworker, or any other type of…
How are New Tools Ignored, Adopted, Adapted, and/or Abused?
It’s all about the choices made for them and their use. Photo by ThisisEngineering RAEng on Unsplash In the distant past, all art was one-of-a-kind. Even a reproduction of a…
Why Can’t and Won’t AI Replace Genuine Artists?
As smart as AI is, genuine artists will never be replaced. Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash Art in its many forms is an expression of the soul. I don’t…
Can Today Be the First Day of the Rest of Your Writing Career?
Keep this in mind when you debate if you should start a writing career and creating – or not. Photo by Thomas Lefebvre on Unsplash I’ve met a lot of…
Why Are You Afraid to Write and not Writing?
If you think I’m writing to you – I am. Let’s address the 4 things you’re afraid of. Photo by Guilherme Stecanella on Unsplash Writing is something lots of people…
I’m Scared that I am Wrong
I might be wrong – but fear should not stop my pursuits. Photo by LOGAN WEAVER on Unsplash If like me, you have chosen to pursue a creative endeavor –…