It turns out I've been hiding. I've been hiding from the kind of writing that challenges me. I used to think that that meant being more personal and baring my soul. But I was wrong. I think there is beauty in being able to write something that not only moves the reader but also the … Continue reading Being a vulnerable writer
Tag: creativity
Is it helping?
A question worth asking when you're trying to overcome feeling discontent or stuck. So let's say you're feeling unsatisfied with where you're at. What are you doing about it? What are you doing to get past where you're at and more importantly is what you're doing helping? For example if you're feeling uninspired to create, … Continue reading Is it helping?
Paying for free stuff
In a recent discussion online, I got thinking about how when it comes to information or resources we pay for things that we can get for free. But what I've come to realise is that for me it's not about getting the information, it's about doing something with it. When you pay money for something … Continue reading Paying for free stuff
Try something new
I'm a blogger/writer and even though I consider that to be creative, I do it so often that it doesn't always feel that way. That is the reason that I see great significance in experimenting with my writing. Outside of my 2 blogs I write poetry, occasionally journal and have a notebook dedicated to writing … Continue reading Try something new
Stained glass and summer projects
I saw this building just over 6 months ago. It had this geometric stained glass exterior and sort of appeared timeless not quite contemporary but also so for from its concrete covered counterparts from decades gone by. I wanted to capture it and then I got thinking about all the other buildings I’ve seen that … Continue reading Stained glass and summer projects
Daydreams and solitude
I think I've always been a bit of a daydreamer but also someone who can spend long amounts of time in their own thoughts and their own company. I did that so freely as a child and it's only really as I got older that it felt like it became an issue. I fell into … Continue reading Daydreams and solitude
Inspired by: Grace Jones
Grace Jones is amazing. She's a creative pioneer who many famous people have been heavily influenced by, often unbeknownst to their fans (and sometimes even the people themselves). She's Jamaican which is where my family are from, and she's been a model, singer and even an actress. Grace has always had this distinctive masculine whilst … Continue reading Inspired by: Grace Jones
Inspired by: George Clinton
Growing up, I used to be afraid or feel intimidated by people that were freely being themselves. But now that feeling has turned to inspiration. I'm inspired by George Clinton as a pioneer, performer, his ideas and song lyrics. I'm inspired by Clintons' creativity and that he isn't afraid to stand out. Growing up it … Continue reading Inspired by: George Clinton
The Daily Gemm 