I recently contributed a chapter to this wonderful book full of inspiring exercises designed to strengthen and build your creative muscles. It’s currently available on Amazon HERE.
Read MoreIntuition Process
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This is the creative process for my 'Intuition' card. Firstly, I wanted to do something that depicted the way the brain fires in rapid patterns. I think this is how intuition works in a way. The brain fires so quickly, it seems like an idea or a solution to a problem comes from the big blue,
Read MoreAbout Experimentation
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I've been busy working on a screenplay and a new painting. Both projects are essentially opportunities for experimentation. As a writer, I have a tendency to fine edit as I go. As a result, the process can take a long time and I often end up carefully crafting sections that don't serve the over-all story and end up cut. So, this time, I decided to write fast and dirty in order to get a quick 'vomit draft' complete.
Read MoreRe-Writing Tips
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I just completed another draft of a feature script. I really like doing multiple drafts with reading space in between, because each new version is usually an improvement on the last. I find the process similar to the way I paint (in multiple thin washes). It takes a while to build up the color and each wash builds depth.
Read MoreThe Joy of Practice
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I've been pretty 'creative' my whole life and have turned my hand to a variety of art forms. As a teenager, I was a competent musician, I have been dancing, drawing and painting since childhood, and I've enjoyed writing on and off since college. I've also been cavalier in my approach and tend to drop and pick up media depending on my mood. However, throughout my years of creative practice there have been two constants: I remain curious and I enjoy practice.
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