With the rapid improvements in AI, it’s more important than ever to keep your creativity alive as it’s one of the best defenses against the rising trend of automation. Even if you don’t buy into all the hype around AI, keeping your creativity alive has always been a challenge and as so we’ve connected with some of the most creative folks in our community to discuss tactics and strategies for keeping your creativity alive.
Ashley Yau
Keeping my creativity alive is a constant process. Sometimes, I get really focused on the administration work of ReTextile. While this is important, it can sometimes cause me to forget that quilting is also my hobby, which I initially picked up for fun.
When I start feeling bogged down with administration, I love to work on a quilt. Sometimes I work on a quilt for ReTextile, or a personal quilt, and I have found the actual act of making a quilt brings back the creativity and joy I first found in the craft. Read More>>
Andrey Psyche
At times, it may seem like you are living the life of an empty shell. The individual you are when creativity is rushing though you can make you nelieve that creativity is all about inspired action, high productivity, and non stop dopamine! Read More>>
Alita Phillips
I try to keep my creative energy flowing by constantly consuming creative content (films, TV shows, videos, art, etc.) An integral part of creating new things is being inspired by different stories and concepts, whether that be inside your existing realm of knowledge or something new that you want to learn more about. Additionally, I like to try new forms of creative expression, whether that be a different style of film/video making, experimenting with costume design, or making a painting from watercolors instead of acrylics. Read More>>
Sarah-Beth Diller
Creativity can be challenging to maintain. I’ve experienced spells of writer’s block that have lasted days, weeks, and even months. To pull myself out of those pits, I’ll write short poems about nothing in particular. Or, I’ll write random monologues for characters who don’t even exist… yet. Writing doesn’t always have to be meaningful. Sometimes, it just needs to be productive. Write down the first word that comes to mind, and see where the train of thought takes you. Not everything you write will be a hit, and that’s okay! Just do what you can to avoid getting rusty. Read More>>
Tamia Etchison
We keep our creativity alive by playing The Sims. This game allows you to let your imagination run wild as you create your own characters, build their homes, and control their lives. You can choose their career paths, their relationships, and even their personality traits. The possibilities are endless and it’s all up to the gamer. -@TamiaTheSimmer/ POC Sims Community Facebook Group Creator and Admin Read More>>
Bianca Rios
I keep my creativity alive by trying new products , and combining different eyeshadow shades for different looks and the most important thing of all for me is listening to music . Music always gets me in a good mood and makes me get so creative. Read More>>
Cara Heard
Like Maya Angelou said, “You can’t use up creativity. The more you use it, the more you have.” I think creativity it one of those skills where the more you use it, the more you learn, and the better you get.
As a painter, I also think you have to know when to put the brush down. If you are a writer or a sculpter or someother kind of creative, I have to believe the same to be true. There are some days that are just a struggle, and that is ok. They won’t all be winners. As long as it is something I can learn from, I take that as a win. Read More>>
Stephanie Herman
I get bored if I am not adding creativity into my life. When I find myself dragging in life, I ask myself what’s missing. There are certain ingredients that make me happy- staying in shape by working out in Pilates and Ballet, going out and having fun, with friends, entertaining, making my house lovely, watching good movies and being creative. Read More>>
Matt Maenpaa
We want to believe that creativity is like a wellspring, always bubbling under the surface. While that may be partially true, an active imagination still needs to be encouraged and maintained.
I find the creativity of others incredibly stimulating for my own – sometimes that’s as easy as reading a good story or poem, seeing cool stuff creative friends make on socials. Sometimes its finding a piece of media that inspires you to put your own twist on it, or the desire to refine and explore a concept further. Read More>>
April Turner-Smith
Creativity is best kept alive for me by three things. Music, Rest and Connecting with Family and Friends. These things are not in any particular order.
Music makes me happy and takes me to places where I feel free, and safe to be me. When I put my headphones 🎧 or earpods in that is an indicator that I am in my creative zone . I even dance from time to time. Read More>>
Tyler Garrett
By always finding the beauty and wonder in all of the simple things in life. By stopping and smelling the rain, or seeing the beautiful colors that the sky makes in the evening. Always being fascinated by new and exciting things. Life is such a beautiful thing, and I just want to translate that through my art. Read More>>
Antonio Schuelke
Being able to be a creative full time has made me a very lucky person. I have goals, dreams and I will not settle for anything less than what I am striving for. This comes Majority of the time people are not happy with what they do for a living, so being able to take photos, film videos, travel and create art is a blessing. Being obsessed with creating is the main aspect that keeps me driven. I’m in a position that if I decide to let up or take it easy then my opportunities will be gone just as fast as they came. Read More>>
Darlene Gillett
I won’t lie, there are months that I feel like there is nothing new or exciting to do & I just feel plain uninspired. However, setting aside the time to do research on what is popular, how I can put my own spin on it or coming up designs is key. Finding new suppliers is also super helpful when it comes to creativity mojo. For me, it’s all about paying attention to which colors, metals and materials are being worn and figuring out a way to creatively make it work for my business! Read More>>
Christian Harper
My creative brain has been working in overtime ever since I was a child. I had often kept myself busy by daydreaming about a video game I was currently playing or about some anime characters that I really loved. Being an only child, my large imagination was a super important factor in keeping me busy. I would draw, write, and do anything to get my thoughts out. It’s really the same till this day. In order to keep my creativity alive I am constantly looking back at my childhood and remembering the things I used to enjoy as a kid. I indulge in different music, shows, and media in order to keep my inner child active. I am also heavily inspired by my peers and my environment. Read More>>
Madison Young
Keeping creativity alive is so personal for every creator, depending on their processes and passions. I keep creativity alive by doing a multitude of things, all of which depend on finding the root cause of why I am feeling blah in the first place. One of the main ways to stay passionate and inspired is curating social media feeds to portray only accounts and creators that resonate with and inspire me. When I am feeling creatively lacking, I can find myself doing unproductive tasks like scrolling social media with no goals, but by following accounts and posts that I know I enjoy and will spark joy, I am once again immersed in creativity. Read More>>
Valeria Aceves
As an actress who lives on their creativity, I’ve discovered ways to keep it alive and thriving!
Firstly, I stay open-minded and curious. I love exploring new things and learning. Like watching plays and shows and reading scripts. Seeing other actors perform and exploring the words written by playwrights sparks my imagination and inspiration. It gets me excited and ready for new projects. Read More>>
Zach Tso
By being creative differently! I am interior design by trade, however, I also tattoo, design posters and books, and photograph; having multiple hobbies/disciplines and interest has allowed me to explore different areas of art simultaneously, and if there were ever instances where I feel burnt out in one area, I can shift my focus on developing and exploring other areas. Read More>>
Vanessa Gordon
I have been developing and writing stories and diving into creative projects for as long as I can remember. In order for me to continue to do this, I constantly have to stimulate my mind with new experiences and new perspectives. I love meeting new people and listening to their stories (I have always been told I am a very active and engaged listener). I also help keep my creativity alive by traveling and exposing myself to new cultures and ways of life. For instance, when I was in Egypt, I had so much curiosity building in me, and I asked so many questions. But most importantly, I let the people I spoke with speak openly and share their stories. In order to keep my creativity alive, I continue to listen and engage with my surroundings, while also dedicating time to myself to process, reflect, and write. Read More>>
Nyna Nelson
My husband, Trevor, and I tour full-time as musicians in the indie folk duo, Fort Vine. We have been traveling in our self-converted Mercedes Sprinter Van since March of 2018. Because we live a nomadic life on the road, inspiration can be found pretty much anywhere and everywhere we go. We just have to be open to the spark of creativity and – like magic, it is there. Read More>>
Jenny Eggers
I find myself without limits when it comes to creativity as it relates to photography. That doesn’t mean that every client is subject to my whim and curiosity in the studio. In fact, I have specific guidelines with my day-to-day business as a headshot/ portrait photographer. You might even think that I would become complacent doing the same kind of work, day in and day out. Not true. Each client brings their own flavor to a session. My self-declared superpower is connection. I get to know my clients and showcase their best self. This might not be the kind of “creativity” that immediately comes to mind, but it’s a creative pursuit that makes every session unique and keeps me feeling energized. Read More>>
Rachel Schultz
One of the things I wanted to value when starting my pottery business was that I wouldn’t pigeon hole myself into one creative style. There are some pieces that are “typical” in my making process, but I am very intentional to add new work into my rotation. I also love learning and so challenge myself to throw things on the potters wheel I’ve never thrown, use new surface decoration techniques, or experiment with glazes. Read More>>
Sabree Garcia
I keep my creativity alive by researching and admiring. I’m constantly using social media to follow great muralist around the world. Also being around other creative, whether it’s music or writers helps, I’m inspired by so much of earths beauty it’s hard to narrow it down lol lots of nature, patterns, colors, I have a ton of random photos in my phone I take for inspo lol like the color of a certain plant or a menu design stuff like that Read More>>
JOSEPH ALIM
Thankfully I have always had a vivid imagination. I think in movie scenes and comedy bits when I or others around me are going through situations. Whether good or bad. There are times when I get writer’s block when working on a song. I have learned to write down whatever lines are in my head even if they don’t rhyme or flow with the previous lines of the song. It’s the act of simply letting it out. I have also learned to leave it be and come back to the song. Read More>>
Cecilia Artioli
I always stay curious about the world around me, I explore new subjects, ideas, and perspectives and I ask questions, seek out information, and be open to learning. I also try new activities, visit new places, and expose myself to different cultures, art forms, and disciplines. Experiencing new things can spark your imagination and provide fresh inspiration. Read More>>
Ciara Ulloa
I’m a dancer & choreographer. I always have to keep my ideas alive by taking different classes out of my comfort zone (as well as ones I love), listening to different genres of music & embracing the ups & downs of life Read More>>
Kiara Harris
The best way l have found to keep my creativity alive is by trying new crafts. I have an abundance of different item for various craft projects. With my career as a manicurist I have to be creative to come up with new designs, and sometimes I just don’t have it in me to be artistic, but those days are far and few between. I enjoy multiple different crafts from crocheting, painting, jewelry making, making bath and body products, and so much more. Having more than one creative outlet helps me stay creative for my clients. Read More>>
Tristan Hess
When it comes to creativity, I think less about keeping it alive and instead about exposure. By exposing yourself to new ideas you find the most creativity. Things like traveling, reading, or trying something new will give me the most exposure and by proxy, keep my creativity flowing. With the influx of new experiences being both good and bad, it allows me to feel the most creative. I believe that everything connects to each other, and by combining them as well as thinking in a creative manner it paves a way to figuring it all out. The connections of experience and thought are the equation that I use to create something interesting. Read More>>
Janice DaCosta
I keep my creativity alive by remaining a student of life. This allows me to harness the mindset of striving to be better and more innovative than I was yesterday. This process has been the framework for me falling in love with my purpose of educating, inspiring and motivating people, seeing everything that happens on my journey of life as a clue, and truly accepting everyone I meet along the way as a teacher. Read More>>
Kareece St George
For me, to keep my creativity alive, I like to think outside the box or should I say like there is no box. I believe in doing something different to stand out and grab one’s attention. People are drawn to the unique, something they have never seen before and I am the same way. I have always enjoyed being creative, it’s fun and intriguing! Read More>>
Alan Toleu
As a designer, keeping my creativity alive is probably one of my highest priorities. I firmly believe that creativity isn’t just a switch that you can turn on and off, but rather a constant journey of exploration and inspiration. Here are some ways how I keep my creativity alive: Read More>>
Kaydence Hebert
This is a really good question. Lots of things come to my mind, but it’s definitely easier said than done. Being a hairstylist is creative in itself, no one’s head of hair is the same and neither is their goal. This alone helps keep my creativity going because everyone’s final style is different and can be achieved with doing different techniques. Its definitely easy for myself to get burnt out though, as I know it is for other creatives and just people in general. Read More>>
Erik Sopracasa
Creativity has to be unlimited and it is key for a media production company. It sounds easier that it is though to keep it alive and especially to keep the quality of the creative decision always at the highest level. At MOVART we have two main divisions, we have MOVART CREATIVE and MOVART STUDIOS. The main purpose of MOVART CREATIVE is to create high quality content for our customers being brands in both B2B and B2C industries. Read More>>
Hailey Sparks
I like to spend time working on mannequins or anybody that will let me work on their hair! I love trying new things or techniques that are different than the norm. Teaching things that I have a good understanding of also helps keep my creativity alive! I am Hailey Sparks and I work at white rabbit salon. I have been licensed 4 years ,but I have known since I was very young that I belong making others feel beautiful. I strive to make my space a safe and comfortable one for anybody! Read More>>
Ariel Smith
One of the best ways to keep your creativity flowing is to try something new. As a multimedia artist, I have worked with a wide range of mediums throughout the years (watercolor, acrylic, oil pastel, ink, colored pencil, etc.). Every now and then, I decide to try new techniques and play with different mediums in a sketchbook. In those moments, I allow myself to create freely with no expectations. Working in that way removes the pressure of creating a masterpiece. Instead, I use that moment as a learning experience. As a result, I find a new way to express my creativity and my style evolves. Read More>>
Katherine Studley
I’ve always considered myself to be a creative first and an entrepreneur second, so the concept of feeding my personal creativity is something I’ve considered a lot. I was born with a natural knack for creativity, writing short stories, playing the violin and piano, participating in local theater, oil painting, etc. I’ve always enjoyed any creative outlet and in adulthood my businesses have become a vehicle for my creativity. Read More>>
