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.

Gracy McGuigan

Creativity isn’t just something I do, it’s truly part of who I am. It’s in my DNA, woven into every part of me. Whether I’m working on graphic design, baking for my small business Pup Confections, decorating my home, or diving into DIY projects, I’m always brimming with ideas, seeing possibility and magic in the everyday. I find constant inspiration in the little things: colors, patterns, textures, or even a tender moment between a dog and their person. Read More>>

Kareem Everison

For me, keeping my creativity alive isn’t something I try to force it usually comes from the things I enjoy. I watch a lot of old films and YouTube videos, and sometimes just one scene or moment will spark an idea like on one of my short films Dream Reelz the concept was partly inspired by watching Michael Jackson’s You Rock my world and smooth criminal music videos. But honestly, everyday life plays a big part too.  Read More>>

Raymond Rowe

How I keep creativity of flowing, is by addressing negative habits of generational acceptance. Its gotten worse leading to likes of the internet instead of stepping in the room and glowing amongst the brightest of stars to be pulsating.

Drop the phone and get you some air. Check it right you wanna keep being creative be around people whom inspire, as noir dark is the night God still provides a moon. Read More>>

Arin Holecek

I view creativity as a massive current running through and all around us, and when I’m being really creative it means the conditions are just right for me to perceive it and have the energy and focus to channel it. This means that when the conditions are right, I’m on a creative high and can’t stop producing art and marketing myself comes naturally in terms of social media, my website, meetings, and showings.  Read More>>

Daysha Hendricks

I keep my creativity alive by staying connected—to people, to movement, and to new experiences. Modeling lets me express different parts of myself, while working at the zoo keeps me curious and grounded in nature. I also find inspiration in everyday life—whether I’m roller skating, people watching, listening to music, or even just playing games. I believe creativity isn’t something you force; it’s something you feed by staying open. That’s why I live by this mindset: Try it. And if you don’t like it, you never have to do it again. But you’ll never know unless you try. That approach keeps life—and my creativity—fresh and full of surprises. Read More>>

Gerry Rogers

For me, creativity is a muscle, one that gets stronger not just through grand moments of inspiration, but through small, daily acts of curiosity and problem solving. Working in floral design, I’m constantly balancing art and logistics. I’ve had to learn that creativity doesn’t always look like a quiet moment with a sketchbook. Sometimes, it looks like figuring out how to transport something, how to make delphinium stand tall through a windstorm, how to create something under time pressure, or how to make a 10-foot floral arch look romantic instead of overbearing. Read More>>

Brandon Allen

I feel all my best ideas come to me while I am hiking in nature or jogging on a trail. Connecting to the outdoors is one of the best things you can do to fuel creativity and cultivate positive mental health. These activities let me reflect on whatever issues or dilemmas I am facing, and what my next actions should be moving forward. Many times it is easier to generate creative ideas after you have taken the first steps of the task at hand.  Read More>>

Lifestyle

We keep our creativity alive by loving what we do! Everyday we are inspired to keep pushing our brand to new levels and new heights. Traveling as much as we do also keeps our creativity alive as new cities, countries, and cultures sparks a lot of creativity. Read More>>

Kaitlyn Baker

“Learn the rules like a pro, so you can break them like an artist.” – Picasso

I’ve always believed in learning everything I can about photography—starting with light. I quickly realized that light doesn’t just illuminate a scene; it shapes the entire mood and meaning of a photograph. From there, I immersed myself in composition—how to fill a frame, guide the eye, and use angles to bring my vision to life. Read More>>

Jesse Dymond

For me, keeping that creative spark alive means staying curious and always looking for new perspectives, whether I’m photographing a wedding, a family milestone, or a quiet moment in nature.

I intentionally carve out time to explore personal projects and experiment with different styles, lighting, and compositions outside of client work. Sometimes that means going on a spontaneous sunrise hike with my camera or doing something that challenges me to see familiar subjects in unexpected ways. Read More>>

James Rosenberger

Madison, being an active professional storyteller, musician and media artist, requires a person to keep pushing boundaries to remain relevant. My first graphic novel “The Marvel of Maneo and the Moon” represents the latest challenge to “grow new brain” at age 74! The concept has been with me since 1975, but I never had the BIG point of view. After experiencing how devastating the pandemic impacted my grandson, the pieces fell into place. As the saying goes “write what you know.” The main story was written in a week; the illustrations took four months and required me to learn AI and sharpen my existing digital media imaging skills.  Read More>>

Brittany Myra Smith

Keeping creativity alive is a journey. Some days are easier than others, but the thing to remember is not to give up. That applies to everything, not just creativity. In this life, you find what makes your heart beat even faster. That adrenaline to do something you love. Whatever that may be.

I enjoy acting and creating memorable characters. When I book a role, I give it my all with body, mind, and soul. I create this fictional person from the words written in the script. The costume, makeup, and words really get my blood flowing! It is a feeling I can’t quite express. The artist in me bursts from the seams as soon as I hear ACTION. Read More>>

Michael Chappelle

I am able to keep my creativity alive due to my mind constantly changing, It actually causes me to lose sleep at times because it’s restless but I’m thankful that it continues to challenge what I’m capable of doing. Read More>>

Nikolay Mikheev

When I’m in need of inspiration, I try to surround myself with it, it could be some art works, a movie, a book, etc. The more you immerse yourself in what inspires you, the more your mind will start generating ideas. Collaborations with other creatives also play an important role. Finding the right creative team is crucial; stylists, models, makeup artists, inspiring locations, are the keys to the success of almost any fashion editorial photoshoot. Read More>>

Dave Van Patten

Although I’m a visual artist, focused on murals, I don’t really pull much of my inspiration from seeing other paintings. Rather, I keep my creativity alive by oversaturating myself in films, music, books, comedy, animation, and comics. I need art to have a compelling narrative in order for me to be inspired by it. Read More>>

Krista Voto

As a sculptor and multimedia artist, I keep my creativity alive by giving into obsession. I often find myself fixated on a particular shape I see in nature, an idea that lingers, a social or political issue that unsettles me and things many people might overlook or allow to pass quietly through their minds. Instead, I hold onto these moments and channel them into my creative practice. Read More>>

Angeles Lopez

For me, it’s all about keeping up with current trends, but not getting stuck in them. I’m always keeping an eye on what’s popular, but the moment I start to feel like I’m doing the same look too often, I like to switch it up and try something completely different. I’ve found that staying open to new styles, whether it’s soft glam one day or bold the next, not only keeps my creativity flowing, but also helps me grow as an artist. And i love to look at other artists work to get inspiration. Read More>>

Christine Hla

I gotta have something on the side—something that’s all me. Whether it’s designing bold visual concepts, modeling on an underwater set, capturing that perfect shot through my lens of my dogs, or penning down ideas, I need that creative outlet. It’s like my personal playground beyond the paycheck. Read More>>

Joana Knezevic

I nurture and sustain my creativity through a multifaceted approach that integrates human connection, artistic engagement, physical well-being, and intentional solitude. Meeting people from diverse cultural backgrounds has been one of the most enriching influences on my creative process. These encounters not only broaden my worldview but also challenge me to think differently, to listen more deeply, and to empathize with experiences far removed from my own. Read More>>

Sam Desmet

Constantly exploring, driven by curiosity, both musically and culturally. I listen to music from different genres and regions, often diving into traditions I’m less familiar with. That kind of cross-pollination keeps my musical perspective fresh.

Collaborating, playing chamber music with other musicians, or working with other artists from other art forms often brings in unexpected energy that keeps things evolving. Read More>>

Pratyik

I love nature and creatures on this planet. I get connected with it and that’s how I choose the creature to blend in my creative art with the nature’s beauty. I see the beauty in each animal I try to sketch. This connection between me and the nature keeps my creativity alive in me. Read More>>

Leah Behnke

I love creating , Read More>>

Amagiri Younh

I just embrace the flow of life no matter how painful or joyful, and allow my creativity to come through those energy channels. Read More>>

MICHAEL KITANO

I keep my creativity alive by constantly experimenting using different cooking methods, techniques, and ingredients. I tend to research a lot about new trends and ideas. Read More>>

Ron Isaacson Aka “Harper”

I live in a treehouse perched in an ancient forest high on a mountainside where the sun climbs slowly in the distance to caress the hills and valleys to the east. My EcoSculpture studio hugs the earth and acts as a portal to universes alive with Crystal Forever Gardens, flocks of Amazar Avians and clusters of found objects and elements awaiting rebirth. Read More>>