Abi Wheeler
Adequate rest, staying focused and never being consumed by what anyone says or does would be my short/simple answer. Taking the necessary time for self-care and executing the journey to new goals has been eye-opening; being reliable and dependable with not only myself, but with what/who I choose to involve myself in. Extending too many services for the wrong people or reasons can lead to burnout. I try to stay focused and goal-oriented by keeping to myself and finding new hobbies if feeling stuck! Read More>>
Lady Jeni
I always make sure that I never allow my art to become a job. That’s why I stopped showing in galleries, once something sells it needs to be replaced. I can’t produce art on demand, it doesn’t work that way for me, I have to feel it. Sometimes, I may not feel like painting for months, then I may hit a creative streak where I paint daily. I keep it alive by letting it come to me naturally, free from any corporate pressure. Free from depending on art sales to make my living. Read More>>
Susana Sordo
I work on custom orders so usually my clients ask for designs that have been previously made and they found browsing on Internet. Sometimes they are very specific about designs and want that their order to look exactly the same as the pictures they sent or, on the other hand, they trust my creativity and just ask for some details or a color scheme to follow. Read More>>
Erin Frame
Ceramics isn’t something I am working on constantly. It’s quite often that I lose a bit of creativity, so I take breaks often and go back when I’m feeling inspired. Most of my pieces are practical, every day items. I like to picture them in peoples homes; imagining cozy mornings, slow conversations, and the way a piece is going to fit into their hands. I want to make sure something they take home is something I would want in my own home. It’s about making products that I’m really proud of as well. A lot of my creativity and inspiration comes from that. Read More>>
Noelle Ramsay Actress
Simply by always being creative. Something that is still alive is something that is still present. A teacher of mind once told our class to do one thing every day for our art. Big or small. Acting related or not. So, I bought a red pocket-size journal and every day I document one thing. I find that I ask myself each morning,“What am I going to do today to write in my journal?” Keeping creativity alive can be difficult because it is a choice. Your choice. No one is holding you accountable, so you have to hold you accountable. That’s one way I do so. Read More>>
Kiva Meulenbeek
I think the secret to keeping my creativity alive is allowing language to fail my expression. In those moments I’m forced into looking deeper than the surface to find words. While I do have a deep love for words and writing I also believe that creativity is more than structuring your self expression into a neat pile of letters. It’s mostly feeling for me, feeling without labeling and creating without analyzing. Creativity is the core of who someone is so I don’t think there’s really a way to lose it – just a way to ignore it. In a practical way of finding inspiration to drive my creativity forward to action I almost always turn to nature! Read More>>
Jan Sikes
This is such a great question. As an author and creator of entertaining fiction stories, creativity is a must! One way I keep that valve open and flowing is by maintaining my physical health and mental well-being. When your body doesn’t feel well, it’s hard to get into the creative mode. By the same token, if you are sad or feeling blue, it’s difficult to be creative. So to me, through a healthy diet and gentle exercise such as Qigong, I am able to keep the creative outlet open to receive. That may sound strange, but ideas for stories, scenes for characters, and even dialogue can come from out of the blue. The key is to be open to them and take action! Read More>>
Marita & Shawn Canyon’s Echo
Shawn: I like to think I keep it alive by always being aware in my day to day.. be it just looking at a great tree or a small root growing on some sidewalk I happen to be walking down. I see a lot of things, and have seen a lot of beautiful places and faces and been on hard times and I’m always singing some show tune in my head..
And on the other hand I think creativity is always there.. It’s pure energy. Read More>>
Malkia The Militant
I get in hermit mode and like to process my emotions first. It helps me find inspiration and express whatever I’m going through mentally. I have times where I get writers block and I feel like I have to force songs. Those songs end up going into archives and get used to exercise my creative muscle instead of being released. Read More>>
Johannes Gustafsson
First thing first! If you don’t feel creative, don’t force it!! Its always in there somewhere, but you just cant force it. Stress doesn’t work well with me when it comes to being creative.
How I do it is pretty simple because I have always been like this. I am very curious and like to feel and touch. Leaves, stones, fabrics, screws, different textures. I like to touch and let my mind fly freely. I always want to feel what im looking at. That triggers my mind and I get small independent ideas that might be possible to combine to something in the future. Read More>>
Anjannette & Torrie Dreier
Creativity is a simple flow of a thousand ideas running through my head on a daily basis. HA! I wish it was that simple. Creativity for me is my mind racing, scouring through Pinterest, YouTube, websites, magazines, and just about everywhere I look. Here is an example; I will buy a wooden dough bowl, then look around the house to find the items to fill it in order to take a picture with our products. Everyday you have to have some sort of creative outlet. Another easy way I keep creativity at the forefront is – having about six projects going at one time. I jump around to projects until they are all done. Sometimes you can get anther idea for a different project and so, you leave that project to go to the other one……you follow me? HAHA! Read More>>
Heather Peppers
I truly believe in reinventing yourself. I look through old articles and watch photographers in other countries. I’m a YouTube fanatic! I will sit and watch tutorials all day & night. You can’t elevate staying in the same place. Every few months, I ask myself what I want to do next then start my research. Read More>>
Shunqella Hambrick
I keep my creativity alive by always creating. I come up with new ideas and new way of creating something I have already done. When I’m up and out I pay attention to things and look for ideas to come up with things I can create. While I’m at home I think about what I can research to figure out what I can do because I know nothing is impossible. Being Creative keeps me at peace. Read More>>
Jazlyn Bailey
I love this question simply because keeping my creativity alive is very important to me . I always stay in touch with my inner child. Whether that’s going to get my favorite ice cream with 6 toppings , eating sweets until my stomach hurts , going to the park sitting on a swing ,staying up late watching my favorite Disney movies or my favorite ; buying a new pack of crayons and colored pencils every time Crayola drops a new box. That’s how I keep my creativity alive. Read More>>
Heather Houbre
I keep my creativity alive by finding inspiration in both my ethnic background and in the everyday things I enjoy eating and drinking. As someone with both Mexican and Polish heritage I constantly look to the flavors I grew up with to find new combinations for my bakery items. My favorite example of this is my churro eclair which take me back to when I was a child and would drink Mexican hot cocoa with my grandmother. Read More>>
Tanaya Khadke
To keep my creativity alive, I engage in various practices and adopt certain habits that nurture and inspire my artistic pursuits. Here are some of the ways I maintain and fuel my creativity:
Continuous Learning: I believe that learning is an ongoing process, and I constantly seek out opportunities to expand my knowledge and skills. Whether it’s through workshops, online courses, or exploring new artistic techniques, I make a conscious effort to stay curious and open to new ideas. This helps me stay updated with industry trends and fosters a sense of growth and exploration in my creative work. Read More>>
Lauren Simmons
A goal oriented mentality. That sounds like an oxymoron but I thrive for goals and have a deep need for a constant state of learning.
As a creative I am always craving something new and fresh. I need goals to somewhat reign that passion in, narrow my focus, and target areas I see for my week, month, or year without getting too distracted. Read More>>
Traci S. Campbell
I think creativity often comes from how we perceive the world around us as well as some of our own personal experiences. And by personal experiences, I also mean even the people that are in our lives on a day-to-day basis. For me, creativity comes from all of the various things that I have personally gone through when it comes to building my career or family dynamics or even experiences related to my own physical being. It also helps me greatly to be married to a creative person who oftentimes challenges my analytical side and allows me to explore things that are more abstract and not always black and white. Read More>>
Brandon Johnson
Being a creative in the space of photography/videography is very tough. We are constantly overanalyzing our work, second-guessing our pricing, and thinking what we can do better. When I was first starting in this field, I would spend way too much time comparing myself to others as opposed to bettering my work. I now focus on making my next video shoot better than the last. Forever learning from my mistakes and utilizing those experiences to make me a better videographer and business owner. Read More>>
Porsha Shelton
Keeping your creativity alive is so important! Creative inspiration is gifted to those who are willing to act on it. There are a few ways that I keep my creativity alive other than meditation, exercising, listening to music and journaling. I also collaborate, refresh and unplug. For my collaborative route, I typically reach out to local models to be makeup muses. This gives me the opportunity and creative freedom to do any makeup look that I’ve been wanting to try. Not only is it a way for me to test out techniques that I may or may not implement into my current makeup routine but it’s also a great way to network. I’ve met a lot of amazing people doing that. Read More>>
Jeff Miguel
Anytime I ever find my creativity waning, I just go see live music. Often that’s all it takes to re-energize and find inspiration. Also, reading music books and listening to recorded albums can help too. Read More>>
Broly Su
I try to be involved in other activities when I’m not creating artwork, such as going to concerts and festivals, taking care of my plants, playing with my cats, and watching old-school anime and movies. These different activities help me stay off from drawing and freshen my mind when I re-enter the creation process. In addition, there are times when I find myself getting inspired by certain scenes from movies and music that I could apply to my future work. Read More>>
Zannalee Cortinez
As a floral designer, you are constantly having to tap into your creative side and sometimes it can become a bit draining. I have learned from other florists that setting aside time to create without the pressure of a deadline or having an order that needs to be fulfilled, can help keep that creativity alive. I make sure to set “alone time” for myself and “play” with flowers, rather than work with them. You have to remind yourself that this didn’t start off as a job, but a love of an art. Read More>>
Anahi & Jessica Ortega
We aren’t going to lie but it is a challenge! We both work aside from our business so it can get hard to find new inspiration to keep our creativity going. But we both like what we do, so we are constantly trying to find new trends or find techniques to revive our creative outlook. Read More>>
Jessica Cook
I’ve been creating for all my life through filmmaking and photography. Without my creative side, I would not be where I am today. Lately, I’ve been transforming myself into a creative to be more expressive of who I am. I used to be scared to show the world my art pieces, but I reflected on why I should take risks. Definitely, the imposter syndrome comes in but I would regret not creating anything. I dismiss the negative talk from myself and others to do what I need to do. I want to keep art alive by creating as much as I can. Read More>>
Morgan Sandlin
Keeping my creativity alive is so important to me – for my personal life and for the sake of my business and clients. There are definitely seasons of life where I feel super creative and like new ideas are just overflowing, and then there are of course the seasons where I have to be a little more intentional about uncovering my creativity. Some of the things I do to keep my creativity alive include some of the obvious avenues like looking to other designers and artists for inspiration, reading design books, and browsing websites such as Pinterest. Read More>>
Magreka Guillaume
For me creativity was not necessarily something I just need to keep alive, but something I need to keep chasing after. Creativity lives within and all around me but if my focus is moved I lose sight of my creativity or joy that comes from creating. To keep myself aligned I’m always consuming and choosing to experience. Wether that be through knowledge of things around me, interactions with others, enjoying and understanding fellow creators work. These are some of the ways keep chasing after my creativity, but choosing to experience life and sharing it through art. Read More>>
JoeLeo Moss
The simplest ways I’ve kept my creativity alive is through silence and stress management. When I’m able to sit still long enough in a silent environment I’m able to hear what I need in order to create. My creative ability comes from the most high. Silence and meditation is a highly effective way to hear those things. I say stress management because creating is my therapy and the best way for me to rid myself of stress. It prompts me to seek inspiration from reading, music, and other things that spark my creativity. Stress is natural, and I’ve created many things while relieving stress. Read More>>
Nora Maria Garcia
I think a big part of keeping my creativity alive is to constantly get out of my comfort zone and try new things, go to places I’ve never been before, meet new people and learn some of their experiences, take risks period, and that can be tough at times- there are a lot of times I just want to stay home and watch something I’ve already seen a million times but at the end of the day, I know life is fleeting and that scares me out of my chair and into new territory. Read More>>
Marisol Leach
I often find that when I’m purposely trying to come up with creative ideas and solutions for a cake project, nothing happens. It’s when my mind is blank with no expectations that my creative ideas are flowing most freely. A lot of times when I’m watching a new show or a movie, I can picture how I could make it into a cake. I love themed cakes! I recently saw the Pixar movie Elemental, and I was just inspired and I envisioned what it could look like as a cake. Inspiration is everywhere! Let it come to you. Read More>>
Larry Chang
As a music composer and audio artist, It is important to keep creativity alive in our artistic endeavors. It’s a journey that requires conscious effort and a receptive mindset. Based on my personal experience, here are a few strategies that have helped me maintain and nurture my creativity. Read More>>
Jeremiah Warrer
Dreaming! Dreams can turn to reality with small goals in mindset. I’ve always thought out of the box in terms of what can I do different but still be me. Drifting off sometimes allows you to discover what’s next when creating. It’s okay to not have a full plan laid out as long as you have a base to go off of. Many great things can happen in the moment and have a real sense of excitement by simply dreaming Read More>>
JOSE CARLOS VELAYARSE
For a long time I have worked within the fine arts and music, all this has allowed me to learn a rhythm of work that will enable me to be constantly creative and proactive. Fortunately, I have developed in these two creative branches with which I have been getting to know myself much better and affirming myself in the different stages of my life. Creativity is always in all human beings but it loses strength when we believe that we cannot be creative. I constantly fight against these fears and I am in constant search of new challenges and experiences that can contribute to my artistic work, I think it is this struggle that keeps me in constant activity, both in music and painting. Read More>>
DEF davyne
I believe we are all born to be creative, but over time we lose that part of us because we become focused on adulting. Personally, I keep my creativity alive by spending time with my children who range in age from 2 to 17. Seeing the world through their eyes allows me to maintain a fresh perspective at all times. Read More>>
Ben Mathews
Necessity. Call it creativity, obsession, or a passion – filmmaking is an creative addiction. It grabs hold of some of us and never lets go. One project ends and a new inspiration begins. There are always new techniques, themes, or characters I want to explore and challenges I want to overcome. Sometimes, inspiration comes from watching other filmmakers, wanting to succeed in the ways that they have. Other times, I want to improve on past films I’ve made. I love filmmaking, the creativity and collaboration behind it, and I know it will always be a part of who I am. Read More>>
Taryn Gut
Great question and such an important factor in this career. There are a few things that I do to nourish my creativity. First is by setting aside time to create for myself versus for a client. These are fun days when I can do whatever I like, whether it’s try out a new idea, practice a new skill, or just play around in the studio. Secondly, I love to follow photographers and creators in different fields on Social Media. It’s a great way to see different styles or techniques and spark inspiration. Thirdly, and most importantly is by allowing myself to take breaks. If I don’t allow myself some downtime, it’ll often lead to burnout and creative blocks. Read More>>
Sal Giudici
Having a vibrant and evolving creative spirit is a very important part in my photography. I’ve found several approaches that keep my creativity alive:
I’m inspired from a multitude of sources that show me something that can ignite my imagination. These sources can be natural wonders, lesser-known corners or hidden gems and perceptions that can fuel my creativity into captivating visual stories. Read More>>
Martell Washington
In a world where creativity seems to get harder and harder to come by, I find my inspiration tucked away in the most unexpected places – like movies and music. There’s something about the way a character comes to life on screen or a melody pulls at my heartstrings that sets my mind ablaze with ideas. It’s as if I’m taken on a journey to a world that’s waiting to be explored. And when I stumble upon a look that I feel particularly drawn to, I make it my mission to transform it into something that’s uniquely mine. That’s the beauty of creativity – there are no limits, only endless possibilities. Read More>>
Alexa Boggio
I’ve always been very creative. I’m much more right-brained, visual, and intuitive. I grew up on a horse farm where I was constantly exploring and having adventures. As a child with no responsibilities, my creative mind was able to run loose. I was constantly writing stories, painting, sewing, and doing anything else I thought would be fun to create. There was no lack of inspiration. Now as an adult, I’ve gained responsibilities, and my mind prioritizes those. Read More>>
Darien Godelia
Creatives do what creatives feel. I put myself in situations that push me to add my creative eye to things. I use to sit in my room, thinking of all the cool ideas I had and I decided to act on them. I began to think if I am making something, I want to make it to enjoy it or learn from it also. Read More>>
Marilyn Estrada
Since I can remember, creativity has always been a part of me. Growing up I was always doing something that was part of the arts. From being part of the school choir, being in band and always taking art classes; it has always come naturally. Now as a mother of three being creative comes easily. My children always want to try some new desserts and they love to plan their birthday cakes months in advanced as well as asking for dessert treats for their teachers. The creativity in my custom desserts also comes from my customers as they always let me get creative with their themes. Creativity plays a big role in being a custom baker and always creating something new and unique keeps my creativity alive. Read More>>
William Karstens
Super difficult question, no doubt.
I revisit places often and look for new perspective. It’s. a matter of, perhaps, keeping the mind open to seeing things as they are. Everything is in a constant state of change, and capture of that is important.
When things start to get stale it’s time to go to new place. Read More>>
Josh Smith
Like most people, it can be a chore sometimes. I stay pretty active and enjoy travel. I find that the experience of even just a random road trip to the next city over can put you in a different headspace. I also have ADHD so I tend to have a lot of things that I am working on at one time. My creativity is most likely the most important thing to me since I also use it as my escape. Read More>>
Christina Araujo
Keeping my creativity alive is all about staying curious and taking care of myself. I stay curious by exploring new things and finding inspiration in different places. It could be reading books, looking at art, or going for a walk. Taking care of myself means finding time to relax, doing things I enjoy, and making sure I’m not overworked. Read More>>
