We’re beyond fortunate to have built a community of some of the most creative artists, professionals, and entrepreneurs in the world and one of the most important questions we ask them is around keeping one’s creativity alive. Below, we’ve highlighted some of those responses.
Lori Williams
I have always been a creative person, even as a kid, but continually leaning into my passions and desires and trusting my intuition are key in fostering and harnessing it even more. Read more>>
Jennifer Champa
I craft all-natural incense using real woods, resins, flowers, and botanicals, harnessing their therapeutic properties to enhance wellness. I am inspired by global cultural practices of incense in ceremonies, rituals, wellness, health, and therapy. I spend time in natural environments to reconnect with the earth and draw inspiration from the scents, sights, and sounds of nature. Read more>>
Stefan Farrera
Creativity and artistic skill are like a muscle, and they need to be exercised. I’m lucky that illustration and painting are hobbies of mine before my career, so to me it’s not always work, it’s still fun for me, Even when it is work, I still enjoy it, of course that depends on the design or project; but for the most part I enjoy any opportunity to be creative. Read more>>
Shixuan(Chris) Ma
I keep my creativity alive through a combination of research, education, and a systematic approach to game design. Early in my career, I conducted case studies of famous game directors who initially achieved blockbuster success but later struggled to maintain their reputation with sequels. Read more>>
Colleen Shibley
I have always been a creative person even as a child. A box of new crayons and a sketching tablet were the perfect gift. I entered essay contests, coloring contests, and anything art-related I could find. As an elementary school student, I was selected as one of 5 students in the school to participate in painting a billboard mural. Read more>>
Deborah McGarry
Despite setbacks and roadblocks I’ve endured throughout my life, Ive always maintained a very positive outlook and attitude. I attribute that to my innate resiliency and learned ability to rise above any negativity, through volatile life experiences, emotional intelligence and maturity. Read more>>
Zuzanna Gerulewicz
Creativity is like a battery, it has to be charged form time to time, otherwise it will run out. It is a very individual matter how one sustains one’s creative spirit, and what I found works best for me is traveling, not for work kind of traveling, but for myself. Read more>>
India
Keeping my creativity alive is essential in my journey as a tattoo artist. I draw inspiration from a multitude of sources, including the intricate beauty of nature and the rich traditions of Eastern culture. Daily practices like sketching in my notebook allow me to continually refine my skills and keep my artistic vision fresh. Read more>>
Capucine Safir
Creativity is a dynamic. To cultivate this dynamic, I need to stay curious about the world around me, ask questions, explore new subjects, and seek out diverse experiences. I never stop learning, whether it’s listening to a podcast, attending workshops, or taking up a new hobby, continuous learning stimulates my mind and inspires fresh ideas. Read more>>
Mike Cuenca
It’s impulsive. The second you think of working on something, move towards doing it. You’ll be surprised. Read more>>
Shivaraj Natraj
I source my creativity from small things that happen in my everyday life. Especially living around Berklee College of Music, it is very easy to get inspiration from shows, rehearsals and classes going on around the campus. Read more>>
Chloe Hawker
I’ve always been a really creative person–I’ve been a writer and an actor as long as I can remember and have dabbled in knitting, pottery, music, swing dancing, and lots of other forms–but I don’t think I fully recognized how important creativity was to me until the pandemic. Like a lot of people, I was living at home with my parents, working remotely, and thinking a lot about what really mattered to me. Read more>>
Luis González
Today I want to talk to you about something that is essential for our personal and professional development: creativity. Creativity is not just a flash of genius; It is a flame that burns within each of us, a flame that we must feed and care for. Read more>>
Dylan, Lonzo, Nic, Chris, and Adrian
There’s various ways we keep creativity alive, some of us keep busy with our faith in Christ or getting outside our comfort zone by talking to other people. We even get into relationships that are doomed from the start so that way we have something to write about. Read more>>
Jennifer Nestor
I keep my creativity alive by doing things that spark inspiration, or joy. For example, writing my book and going through the process of self-publishing, allowed me to have creative control over the illustrations, layout, cover, and all of the marketing. Read more>>
Ekaterina Alenteva
To keep my creativity thriving, I continually immerse myself in the vibrant world of modern geek culture—it’s a rich source of inspiration for my artwork. As a passionate fan of movies, video games, books, and animations, I absorb various themes and aesthetics, which then translate into the unique, intricate designs of my tattoos. Read more>>
Alina Hernandez
Honestly, my creativity keeps me alive! It’s a part of me. Sometimes, I just have an automatic reaction to a sound I hear because I recognize the musical quality it has. Then that little thing can turn into a melody or a rhythm, which sparks a whole new idea. Music is my passion! I like incorporating it into my daily routine. Read more>>
Asmiria Franco
I keep my creativity and artist skills alive because of my work as a plastic surgeon every day. During a cosmetic consultation I take the time to listen very carefully to my patients and all their aesthetic goals that they want to achieve with surgery, I make sure I understand in detailed what their wishes are, to be able to delivery them using my surgical skills, knowledge, artist vision and creativity to develop a specific and unique surgical plan, applying the most adequate techniques to every patient. Read more>>
Buddha Jones And The Man
We try to keep learning to make new music that excites us. We’re also fans of each others’ playing and support each others’ new ideas and new directions. The excitement of never really knowing what comes next keeps us creative and in a place of constant change. Read more>>
Huiyu Zhou
Creativity is a tricky thing. It is hard to give a definition or concept because it would change its own shape because people from different culture background would use a different perspective to see through the world and get in touch with the outside. Read more>>
Sophia Agranovich
Inspiration comes from a multitude of sources, each offering its own unique spark to ignite imagination and ingenuity. For me the main source is LIFE itself, including its challenges, trials and tribulations. “What doesn’t kill us makes us stronger”, wiser, more kind and sensitive. Read more>>
Olivia Yin
I stay creative by constantly trying new things. Experiencing new games is great, but I find inspiration in exploring diverse areas. I love to travel and immerse myself in natural environments, new stores, and restaurants I haven’t visited before. I also draw inspiration from other interactive or artistic media, such as exhibitions, movies, and immersive theater. Read more>>
Surya Ensemble
As a group immersed in world music here in Atlanta, maintaining our creativity is vital. We must find ways to keep the spark flying between us and the music! So we focus on working together as there’s nothing that sparks our creativity like working with one another. We are all very creative and talented people, having our own unique and diverse styles. Read more>>
Karen Belton
Keeping my creativity alive is like a wild adventure ride, and my family, especially my loving husband and three amazing girls, are the force that keeps me going. They’re always cooking up crazy ideas and pushing me to think outside the box. Read more>>
Billie Jayne DeVille
Sometimes as artists, we are prone to falling into a creative slump but if that happens, I have found that looking back over some of my favorite pieces of art that I created in the past can bring back a creative spark! Also, chatting with my artist friends can inspire me to snap out of a rut. Read more>>
Tessa Elisabeth
To keep my creativity alive I try to remember to remain close to things that keep me feeling inspired. Taking time with myself in nature, taking good care of myself, lots of laughter, and being part of a supportive community are all wonderful sources of inspiration. Read more>>
Owen Solomon
As a producer and director, trying new things is the best way for me to keep my creativity alive. Living in Los Angeles, it’s easy to get caught up in the fast paced lifestyle, competing with other people, getting fed the same material etc. Trying new things I find is the simplest way to go back to square one, and spark your curiosity again. Read more>>
Alyssa Ebba
I keep my creativity alive by finding other outlets. I seen the things people made with a cricut so I purchased one and now I’ve never had to purchase a gift for a loved one I can make my own. I purchase the materials but the gift itself is personalized which I find more meaningful. In doing so, I get ideas of what to make and what to do next. Read more>>
Katusha Jin
Creativity, to me, is almost like a living being. It requires mindful nurturing and is always evolving. Something that I’ve recently found to be incredibly rewarding is the act of “playing”. As children, we had play time where we were given free reign to run around on the playground and explore, create, and build whatever came to mind. Read more>>
Cat Babbie
Really, even 5 minutes of doodling helps keep my creativity active. It’s a lot like working out- the more you do it, the more it grows. Every little bit adds up, so that when I finally get into my studio at the end of a long work week, I don’t have to re-activate sleepy muscles. They’re already primed and ready to go. I also try to have a plan when I am going to be in studio for a day, so I don’t waste time wondering what I should do next. Read more>>
Elisa Bertaglia
I think that renewing our own creativity sources is the most important part of keeping up with a honest and challenging artistic research. That’s why curiosity is crucial. I consider myself a very curious person, I visit exhibitions, art fairs, museums, I travel a lot, getting to know different countries and places, I experiment new foods and I love meeting new people and knowing their stories. Read more>>
Rynn Vogel Adam Jefferis
As a creative duo, we feel very fortunate to be able to continually spur one another on with ideas. We get to collaborate each summer on a Shakespeare adaptation for families that happens at Media Park in Culver City every weekend in August. Read more>>
Zoe Ny
My most impactful work has been when I’ve surrendered my fear and given myself the permission to be outrageous. Having a sense of child-like imagination and excitement makes me a better songwriter. My creativity thrives when I am present enough to experience all of my senses. When I feel stuck, I love going out to see other performers and mediums of art to get inspired. It always reminds me of my own passion. Read more>>
Natalie Mazzolini
I keep my creativity alive by constantly experimenting and exploring new ideas. I allow my instincts to guide my artistic process rather than trying to control it, listening to the art as I progress. Over time, I have amassed various supplies from craft and thrift stores, and when a new idea strikes, I prefer to work with what I have rather than purchasing new materials. This approach often leads me down unexpected paths. Read more>>
Mariettta Losada
I’ve been an artist my entire life, and even though I’ve had chances to focus on other areas, I always seemed to come back to creative ones. I have experimented with different creative fields and found that photography was what really stuck. Read more>>
CHARLOTTE SURAND
I keep my creativity alive by continuously seeking inspiration from various sources, such as art, architecture, fashion, and nature. I also challenge myself to experiment with new materials, techniques, and design concepts. Read more>>
Johanna Snyder
In my opinion to have creativity is to have passion in what you are doing with your business and your brand. For me, mentality is everything and I fight the fatigue of letting my business stay neutral and in the same gear for too long. I am always saying what is next? how can I elevate? what can I produce? What can I bring to my customers? Read more>>
Linda Bonner
I believe that creativity is born out of curiosity. Add in some inspiration and willingness to experiment and maybe even fail and you can expand creativity into your life. I always make sure people understand the creativity and artistry are two separate things. You can be a creative without any artistic talent! Read more>>
Mauro Murillo
I keep creating paintings even if they don’t turn out to be the greatest because I make them in order to get to the best ones. There is always something to do every day, and if I am not painting, I am researching, writing or practicing the guitar. When I play my guitar I come up with ideas just by running the scales and it is the same when I am sketching or painting, I allow my creativity to flow. Read more>>
Blake Treadway
My journey to artistic creativity has been a profound odyssey of self-discovery and healing. By delving into the depths of my soul, I’ve unearthed long-buried childhood memories that were waiting to be acknowledged and embraced. This introspective voyage has unlocked a channel of boundless creativity within me, which I now express through the fluid, delicate strokes of watercolor painting. Read more>>
Eric Sierra
I keep my creativity alive by traveling to new places, gaining new experiences, engaging in hobbies, and collaborating with others. These activities expose me to fresh ideas and perspectives, fueling my imagination and inspiring to create creative content. Read more>>
Amin Darabi
Well, I always try to learn new art and new skills. Therefore, I follow the works of good artists and research and search in social networks. Art is constantly changing and developing. And the world likes and uses new art and new techniques. Of course, it is very difficult to always keep your skills up to date, because you have to spend a lot of time on the Internet. Read more>>
Javier Hernandez
A lot of it comes from the fact that I need to forge my own path forward. As I’m a singular artist (I write/draw/self publish my work) I’m wholly responsible for creating my work and building my library. That fuels me to keep on creating new work. Read more>>
Jae Grind
How I keep my creativity alive is by spending a lot of time to myself. What that means is im a thinker and I reflect a lot and i have such an imagination and honesty God has given me a gift to work and my mind moves so fast and because of my experiences and how observant I am it makes me think of ideas right on the spot. Read more>>
Faraz Ali
Keeping my creativity alive is crucial, especially since I’m passionate about so many different forms of art. For me, it’s all about continuous learning, blending inspirations, and engaging with the world around me. I think creativity thrives on exposure to new ideas and experiences. I love learning about different cultures, historical periods, and artistic movements. This opens my perspective and introduces me to new techniques. Read more>>
Kristian Yu
Well, to be honest, for me creativity has no limitations in general. When I create a dish or develop a recipe for a dish, I usually don’t follow any rules (as there are no rules to be followed) though there are proper steps to attain a certain end result. I use my immagination and flavor profile background to create an elevated end result for any dish. Read more>>
Anjolie Ackerman
My creativity is unlimited. Over several years, I’ve come to realize that creativity flows from the heart – and not from perfection. As a wedding planner, there is always some form of creativity flowing through my blood. Since every wedding is so wildly different, my approach always changes. When you pop into a wedding day for setup, you HAVE to be creative – there is really no other choice, otherwise every wedding would be so boring. Read more>>
Paul Knaysi
I have been operating our pizza restaurant for almost 24 years. Throughout these years, I have struggled with burnout and lack of creativity. Our restaurant creates a “pizza of the week ” every week, which can be exhausting. I find that when I am feeling tired, or burnt out, I lack creativity. One way I overcome this is by engaging with my employees. Read more>>
Barbara Harnack
Over a lifetime I committed to making my artwork on a regular basis. Like a long term relationship, that’s where you will discover what turns you on. I find myself designing work for a long time in my mind along with drawing before I actually make the artwork itself. I’m known for making large figurative ceramics that we fire in raku, as well as mixed media. Read more>>
Melinda Matticoli
I keep my creativity alive by prioritizing time off when needed and surrounding myself in communities and with people who inspire me. I feel being in community where we all want to mutually uplift each other has also been so helpful for my journey. Read more>>
Fatima Mbodj
I tend to follow my heart when it comes to inspiration! Whether it’s travel to beautiful places or spending time in nature, I find inspiration leafs to creativity. I enjoy creating products that are inspired by the energetic experiences that are most enjoyable to myself and others. Read more>>
Brandy Cochrane
Creativity is the source energy for all things in life. Therefore, it’s imperative that we intentionally keep it alive. Personally, exploring the world with a sense of discovery is the way I keep my creativity alive. Interestingly, boundaries are my secret ingredient. I find that the creative mind is big, expansive, and endless. Read more>>
Jessica Crandall
I consider myself a “Creative person.” Meaning, I truly rely on my creativity to problem solve in various aspects of my daily life. I am constantly in search of ways to keep it alive and fresh. One way I’ve found successful is being inspired by the space around me. I’m talking about the built environment as well as the natural environment. Read more>>
Justin Allen
Creativity can be hard to come by at times, but the easiest way that I’ve found to spur mine into action is by emulation. I don’t mean straight up plagiarizing someone’s style, but if you take inspiration from multiple people, and apply that to your own endeavors, I think you can learn new things that you’ll be able to motivate you in your creative career. Read more>>
Caroline McElroy
Since the age of 13 when I went to Indio, CA with Frank Zappa and posse, I have always found creativity with the company I keep. As a Go Go Dancer at the Teen Fairs at the Hollywood Palladium I met and danced for many different bands and helped the original Knack win the Battle of The Bands at the Teen Fair which led to answering fan mail for them at Capital Records and making TV dance show appearances. Read more>>
