The Healing Powers of Art

  log entry #4 Finding inspiration can be challenging especially when it is easy to succumb to mind fog and life’s daily distractions. For this post, I will discuss ways to find inspiration and maintaining it for longer periods of time.  1. First, the important thing is to create space in your schedule for your craft and sharpen your skills. Try to work with your mind’s natural rhythms, rather than against them. Everyone gets inspired differently so I will be listing some general ideas. (1) Going on a walk through nature may sound like a cliche or completely useless but when we are away from distractions at home this can allow our minds to wander and generate some remarkable insights. We can apply our thoughts and feelings to the art we create. (2) Study works by other artists to develop your own style and voice. (3) Share your creative process and works with others ! (4) Practice with others in a space that facilitates creative expression. (5) Challenge yourself by setting up...