“Creativity takes courage.” – Henri Matisse
Even with all the courage in the world, every creative will eventually run into a creative block, so we asked some of our favorite creatives to share how they overcome creative blocks.
Tennysen Werttemberger
When I hit a creativity block, I usually switch gears and cook something. Cooking and welding feel surprisingly similar to me — both are hands-on, sensory, and a little bit chaotic in the best way. Stepping into the kitchen resets my brain, and by the time I’m done chopping or stirring, I’m already thinking about metal again. Read More>>
Sadie Katz
Being a screenwriter is really, really difficult—but not for the reasons most people think. Sure, coming up with a fresh story that hasn’t already been told can be tricky, and yes, actually forcing yourself to sit in front of your computer and churn out 110 pages (plus the dozen and dozens of rewrites that follow) can feel like a herculean task. Read More>>
Tyler Petty
I have beaten writer’s block in a few different ways through my time pursuing music. One of the best ways I have found to break through a creative slump is looking inward to what’s bothering or troubling me and writing out the scenario as my feelings are involved. Read More>>
