Keeping your creativity alive has always been a challenge, but in the era of work from home, where the lines between work life and home life have blurred and where burnout and social disconnection are rising, creativity is at risk. We’ve asked some of the most creative folks we know for advice on how to keep one’s creativity alive.
Tierika Moore-Williams
I keep my creativity alive by trying to make the next thing I create better than the last. The goal is to elevate everydayI am a 90s influencer and creative director. I bring visions to life. I direct videos and build sets. The most exciting thing I do to me is being able to take something so small and create a whole vision around it, turning nothing into something. I also started a new platform titled “Buzzin’ With Buzz” where I interview upcoming artists and entrepreneurs. Read More>>
Sherrod Brown
I keep my creativity alive, by not limiting or stifling my creators, abilities, or opportunities that may present itself to me.My name is Sherrod; I am a singer, songwriter, dancer, and international entertainer. I first began my entertainment career in dance. I’ve worked with the Orlando Magic, and been on tour with Mariah Carey, Fantasia, as a dancer. I own my own dance studio, known as ‘The Posh Factory Performing Arts Centre;’ where we teach jazz, ballet, hip hop, and musical theatre in Jacksonville, FL. I’ve also done with some work with Disney, and Carnival cruise line. Now, I work for a global entertainment company, and we tour the Mediterranean region. Read More>>
Johnathan Pitts
I’m constantly watching other forms of art…I think other forms of art feed the creativity for what’s already inside you…..Born and raised in Washington DC that’s where I’ve gathered a lot of my inspiration and skills from…wether it was visiting the local meat and fish market to getting food from the corner store so many different cultures and food that experienced at young age is what shaped me as a chef today…reliving those moments the best part of my job is meet the new people and having different experiences with them….it’s always a pleasure and new memories being created. Read More>>
Junior Ashwood
Staying in contact with positive people. Keeping my circle small and positive. Also keeping my ear to the ground about creative events and stories in the media. ID4 Nation is not just a film company, it’s a brand. We are in the entertainment business from films, to music, fashion and beyond. When someone hears the name ID4 Nation, the first thing they think of is ‘First Class”, no matter the event. Read More>>
Silvana Spence
We are always reading a variety of content. That feeds our creativity.I’m a mother, educator and author who loves literacy and science. Our company THE STEAM SQUAD is about representing children in literature where kids feel motivated to engage in the stem field. Read More>>
Adam Ford
I love searching out music that’s new to me, whether modern or older artists. I really enjoy pouring through discographies and find that it keeps me motivated to continually try new sounds and approaches. Read More>>
Jasmine Butler
I keep it alive by always reinventing my brand. I’ve created multiple lanes for myself as a chef so that I’m able to always stay levelheaded. As I’ve said before a great chef never stops learning. Read More>>
Tr3 D.
I live. My story is my song. In other words I don’t have to keep my creativity alive. My creativity keeps me.I am a 24 y/o artist from Houston, Tx. My creativity has no specific genre and ranges from hip-hop , r&b , etc. What I find most interesting about my art is that through telling my story and what hurt me, I am able to reach, acknowledge, and heal others. I wish to be the biggest artist in the world one day, in Gods eyes of course. Read More>>
Clara Sanchez
I just think on something that takes me back to my childhood (place,name,candy,etc) and I start thinking about flavors that could match with that something to creat a drink. Read More>>
Maribel Andres
Well I love to customize my work and that makes us unique.Well I sprecialize in customizing quinceneara dresses. I also customize bouquets accesories and design my own personal line of bouquets for weddings or quinceneara. This has been my passion for years. We started off by just doing this as a hobby and people started to ask me to make things for their special occasion. My biggest satisfaction is see the pictures of these events and see my designs. Now we have more to offer. Now we have a etsy store online we sell on tik tok. Instagram, marketplace and other sites. It has been difficult mainly since we’re a small buisness competing with bigger buisnesses but we’re getting known for our designs. Read More>>
Darien The Great
I keep my creativity alive by channeling my inner being and challenging myself to view and feel things from different perspectives other than my own. Read More>>
Timmy Abraham
I keep my creativity alive by practicing it more and putting all my energy in it, and also being a content creator As a professional hair stylist & braider I tend to do my best and make sure my clients satisfaction is my priority, put smile on anyone that book an appointment or section with me. I love braiding cos I can create any design and put it out there for people to trend on it. Braiding is my hobby, it give me joy. Read More>>
Brian Pinkus
I always try to find a different topic to work on. Like that it never gets boring and the creativity blossoms.I’m own a film production company called Light Flash Productions and am an actor and a fight choreographer. We are specialised in pretty much anything. We make music videos, feature films and commercials worldwide. Read More>>
Misantropia Miscelánea
I Always find some creativity in such things like skate or other genres in music, and books about history, laws and tendenciesHi, it’s Misantropia Miscelanea, an independent artist with works on genres like hardcore, underground rock and adult alternative music. My most special thing is that the development of the music I make It comes from my lifetimes and stories told from another era with rawness and loud. Read More>>
Denice Smith
I kept my creativity alive by constantly learning and trying new ways and habits..Denice R. Smith aka Denice Noir, is an American model, actress and Producer who has exhibited her talents at RIP The Runway on BET in New York for the last 5 consecutive years. Originally from Houston, Texas, Denice’s passion for acting and modeling drove her to New York; where in addition to being continually involved in magazine shoots and fashion runways, she also landed a brief role in the popular television series: Law & Order. Blessed with a naturally athletic physique and a fiery spirit to face the camera lens, In 2020, Denice starred in the Award nominated Tv show Ready To Love produced by Will and has been thriving ever since.. Read More>>
Julia Vargas
I keep my creativity alive by continuing education. I get inspired by learning from industry leaders. I take in every opportunity and create my own signature style. Read More>>
Jaleesa Randle
I keep my creativity alive by following creative accounts on social media, brainstorming unique ideas, and taking breaks.I’m the owner of JACE LEVON, LLC, a luxury handbag company (formally a clothing store). I primarily work in HR but looking to transition fulltime to self-employment. The most exciting part of owning my own business is that I love what I do. It doesn’t feel like work by any means. I recently, about 4 months ago, repivoted my business from a clothing and accessory store to a luxury handbag store (providing some accessories as well). Reason being, I love handbags. I love handbag shopping and designing them…all of the above. I provide handbags of all types, sizes, colors, prints, etc. It’s pretty much your handbag surplus, but of great quality. I recently opened a small on-site shopping space in Houston, TX that open on weekends. It’s been successful since opening and I couldn’t be more grateful. Read More>>
Sedríque
I keep my creativity alive by actually taking breaks from it. I think it is important that you give yourself time to refresh. I’m a singer songwriter, actor, and musician. I’m excited about my craft because I can tell a story with my art and have it be relate able to my fans. You can check me out on Facebook,, Instagram, Twitter, etc… @Iamsedrique. I released my sophomore studio album Seducation on March 3rd on all digital platforms. Read More>>
Andre Ribeiro
The best way is learning from others, allow opportunities to humble yourself and understand how each situation presents itself.I transform creative and branding ideas into reality. It’s really a special feeling when you get to make your project come to live. Read More>>
Debbie O’Connor
By continually seeking out new experiences or learning to see the same things in a new way.My focus started in Interior Design and has expanded to include other areas of design and Micro-Influencing. While I’ve put in a good 13 years already, I’m really just getting started! Read More>>
Camille Campbell
I’m an award-winning author and founder of the nonprofit Rising Poets Community. As a young author, I’m extremely passionate about creating writing programs for students and helping other writers pursue their dreams. Read More>>
Shanawa Monroe
I am my biggest fan. I push myself, I believe in me and I just keep going. I don’t give up. Nothing beats a failure but a trier.I am an artist. I love creating things and helping others bring their ideas to life. All things are carefully hand made. It keeps me busy and relaxed. The exciting part about it is seeing the excitement and smile on my customer’s faces. Read More>>
Kara Powell
We all loose that spark every once and a while. So how do I find mine again? I like to go be a tourist in our own city. Find new places that I haven’t been before and take my phone or real camera and go have fun! Join the masses and see what you can see. Different angels, new locations, people having a great time. I find this to be really refreshing. And it takes a lot of pressure off of me when no one is paying me to get the perfect shot. So I can try artsy things and if they don’t work – it’s ok. Or I can do things just for me. Read More>>
Georgina Key
I believe that everyone is creative in one form or another, but it has to be nurtured to grow. I try to always listen to my creative side rather than suppress it for more practical concerns. We often associate creativity with wasting time, indulging in our child-like side. Personally, I think it deserves far more attention–it feeds our spirits and opens so many possibilities. Creativity can be as simple as making a daisy chain, cooking a nice dinner, or more complex, like painting a landscape or building a house. When our hands and minds are synchronized, amazing things can happen, and what a rush it can be! I am both a writer and a visual artist, and each of these feeds the other. I find inspiration in nature, people, music, art–it’s everywhere! Read More>>
Feilani Rubin
I keep my creativity alive by connecting with nature everyday. Even in the smallest way like listening to the birds in the morning. Or sitting still at the beach in the afternoons. Read More>>
Nese Michelle
I keep creativity alive with everyday life. So much of what we see came from the imagination of someone else. The structures, streets, murals, and even clothing… all come from someone else’s creativity. Read More>>
Wesley Earp
I keep my creativity alive by traveling, spending time in nature, or watching others create. Traveling helps me to disconnect from my daily routine and exposes me to new cultures, foods, and ideas. Traveling allows me to reduce my stress levels and boosts productivity once I return home. A two- or three-day trip can energize me to set and achieve new goals for my business. Read More>>
Paula Cherie
I believe we keep creativity alive by trying new things, and continually learning new things. This gives us more experience to draw from, and create something completely new. Read More>>
Kevin Edwards
Creativity is a funny thing. One minute you have it and the next, it’s gone. It’s obviously necessary to have it to succeed in any creative field, but it’s also something that we lose very easily. I think it’s easy to lose your creativity when you get bogged down with the mundane, mandatory aspects of living – paying bills, shopping, working, going to appointments, etc. There’s always a tug of war between reality and your imagination. If you go too hard in these mundane activities, you’ll lose your spark. It’s important to find balance. Read More>>
Abrina
I travel. I draw a lot of happiness and creativity from traveling and meeting people from different countries. I don’t even have a lot of money and somehow I still figure out how to get out there and enjoy life. It is hard. I also just know exactly what my vision is for my music and know where I want to go and I try and dig deep every time I’m being creative. I try and tell real stories and be as authentic as I can. Read More>>
