Thank you for discussing this multilayered subject. I too would love to hear what other creators do. Before I saddle up to my laptop to work on my novel, I light a sage stick and cleanse the air, saying a prayer that God helps me use the talent he gave me, create something that will move people. I often listen to Native American music when I'm writing. A lavender candle burns on my table near my laptop. All of these things may sound silly, but I believe they help center me, become one with the universal energy. When I take the time to do these things before I write, it shows the quality of my work more than the quantity.
I listened to Rubin’s book, and then bought a hard copy so I could meander at will through all the morsels of insight and inspiration. I love what you’ve done here to show the endless variety of ways creatives access their spark. And now I want to know more about your visual work and this journey you are on.
Rick Rubins’ comment that everyone is creative is lovely. It doesn’t have to be painting or writing or music or dance… It can be the way you set your table, the games you come up with to play with your kids, the dishes you prepare…
I write plays and draw, starting both in my fifties and find it’s like playing in a sandbox.
“Letting go of the possibility to not ever being able to paint like I once did but also to remain hopeful that perhaps things will evolve into other ventures and projects I had never imagined.”
I love Rubin's book! Sadly, I'm only half way through it. I had set it down for far too long and you have inspired me to finish the last half. He is so insightful!
I'm not feeling overly creative at the moment, but I know that walking to and through one of my favorite parks or along the Hudson River clears the cobwebs out of my head. It seems to create room for new thoughts and perspectives pop into my awareness.
And since you mentioned your art, Rhaine, the images you posted are beautiful! I hope you are including them as consider your artistic creativity and expression!
Thank you for the kind words Cathy. I've been to New York only once and also did alot of walking. We can take in so much that way through all the senses. I loved it. I haven't read Rubins book from cover to cover but find I am skipping around which I like. I also may get the Audible version which Jamie mentioned in her comment.
I have the hard copy and after reading your c comment, I think I need the Audible copy as well. I plan to write more about the creative journey I’m on which is why (for now anyway) I’m thinking this will be a series. There is so much to the broad topic of creativity, living a creative life, being human and getting in touch with the innate capabilities we were born with. Thank you Jamie for the lovely thoughts and kind words! xx
Thank you for discussing this multilayered subject. I too would love to hear what other creators do. Before I saddle up to my laptop to work on my novel, I light a sage stick and cleanse the air, saying a prayer that God helps me use the talent he gave me, create something that will move people. I often listen to Native American music when I'm writing. A lavender candle burns on my table near my laptop. All of these things may sound silly, but I believe they help center me, become one with the universal energy. When I take the time to do these things before I write, it shows the quality of my work more than the quantity.
I listened to Rubin’s book, and then bought a hard copy so I could meander at will through all the morsels of insight and inspiration. I love what you’ve done here to show the endless variety of ways creatives access their spark. And now I want to know more about your visual work and this journey you are on.
Rick Rubins’ comment that everyone is creative is lovely. It doesn’t have to be painting or writing or music or dance… It can be the way you set your table, the games you come up with to play with your kids, the dishes you prepare…
I write plays and draw, starting both in my fifties and find it’s like playing in a sandbox.
How wonderful! Yes playing in a sandbox - such a delight. I find I lean into the saying, "It's never too late" more and more as I get older. :)
Oh, yes! Me too
“Letting go of the possibility to not ever being able to paint like I once did but also to remain hopeful that perhaps things will evolve into other ventures and projects I had never imagined.”
Yes, this!
I love Rubin's book! Sadly, I'm only half way through it. I had set it down for far too long and you have inspired me to finish the last half. He is so insightful!
I'm not feeling overly creative at the moment, but I know that walking to and through one of my favorite parks or along the Hudson River clears the cobwebs out of my head. It seems to create room for new thoughts and perspectives pop into my awareness.
And since you mentioned your art, Rhaine, the images you posted are beautiful! I hope you are including them as consider your artistic creativity and expression!
Thank you for the kind words Cathy. I've been to New York only once and also did alot of walking. We can take in so much that way through all the senses. I loved it. I haven't read Rubins book from cover to cover but find I am skipping around which I like. I also may get the Audible version which Jamie mentioned in her comment.
Oh, I love to burn sage. And rituals are a wonderful way to align the mind, body and spirit. Thank you for sharing your process Lynne 🙂
I have the hard copy and after reading your c comment, I think I need the Audible copy as well. I plan to write more about the creative journey I’m on which is why (for now anyway) I’m thinking this will be a series. There is so much to the broad topic of creativity, living a creative life, being human and getting in touch with the innate capabilities we were born with. Thank you Jamie for the lovely thoughts and kind words! xx