8 Ways to Recharge your Creativity

How have you been feeling creatively?  We can sometimes feel creatively parched and need a spark to help us 'refill the wells'.  Are you looking for ways to jumpstart your creativity and hit the ground running with new and innovative ideas? Here are some 8 tips to help you get started:

1. Set your sights. Whether it's a new creative idea, a writing challenge, or simply picking up a new skill, having a goal guides your creative compass. Try something new. There are usually quite a few online challenges for you to sink your teeth into, I will also be sharing a Free 12 week course called 'Kickstart Your Creativity Series' in a couple of weeks so sign up to my course platform to be notified. Sign up HERE

2. Make time for daydreaming. Schedule dedicated brain-sparking sessions. Brainstorm in the morning light, doodle during your lunch break, or let your mind wander after dark. In my latest Arts and Wellness Cafe I look at one of the Words for the Month - Stillness In our stillness we can find treasures.

3. Shake things up. Ditch the familiar. Try a new art form, write with a different voice, or explore a tool you've never touched. New experiences unlock hidden creative talents.

4. Find your inspiration tribe. Soak up the creative energy of others. Follow inspiring artists, attend workshops, or join a local group of fellow dreamers. Join us in the Creative Community on the course platform - Check it out HERE

5. Disconnect to reconnect. Sometimes, the best ideas bloom in the quiet. Take a digital detox, go for a nature walk, or lose yourself in a good book. Unplug and let your mind wander. Read that book that you have been promising yourself.

6. Tame the mental chatter. Mindfulness practices like meditation can help you focus and quiet your inner critic. A calm mind is a fertile ground for creativity. Take out your needles and thread and do some slow stitching - You can pick up some inspiration in Material Musings

7. Embrace the unknown. Step outside your comfort zone. Learn a new dance, travel to a new place, or take a class in something totally unfamiliar. New experiences jumpstart innovation.

8. Just start. Perfectionism is the creativity killer. Don't overthink it, just dive in. Pick up a pen, play with some paint supplies, doodle, create with recycled materials, do some slow stitching. The act of creation itself is the magic spark that ignites imagination.

Remember, creativity is a journey, not a destination. Keep experimenting, keep exploring, and keep feeding your curiosity. The well of wonder is always waiting to be refilled, and the greatest creations start with a single step. Now go forth and create!

Check out my course Filling the Creative Well for more creative inspiration

Art Bundles for Good - Only 2 more days to go!

 

The all new Art Bundles for Good #6  is here for 2 more days only! 

 

Visit the Art Bundle website to see all the amazing courses included this year. They are all listing on the homepage.

GO TO THE ART BUNDLES FOR GOOD

There are over $5000 worth of art courses and other resources on topics like watercolour painting, art journaling, sketching, mixed media, acrylic painting, oil painting, stencils, collage, pastel pencils, colored pencils, stamp carving, mandalas, and much more all bundled together for one low price. 

This is an amazing opportunity to get more than 100 art resources at such a low price. With so many products, it works out to less than $1 per course!

Get over 100 top art learning resources from more than 85 artists AND do some good at the same time.

We’ve raised US$81,654 for charity so far.

25% of the Art Bundle profits are going to support Courageous Kitchen, a Bangkok-based charity helping refugees. 

Here is the link to the website.

GO TO THE ART BUNDLES FOR GOOD

PRODUCT LIST - What you will recieve:-

1. Beauty in the Shadow (Tamara Laporte – willowing.org) Value $24

2. Soul Mantras (Mary Beth Shaw ~ stencilgirlproducts.com) Value $39

3. Safe Passage (Katrina Koltes – katrinakoltes.com) Value $34

4. Illuminated Pages January (Renata Loree – artentive.net) Value $45

5. FACES with Ildy (Ildy Karsay – artbyildy.com) Value $50

6. Affirmative Collage Play! (Shelley Klammer – expressiveartworkshops.com) Value $25

7. Art Doll Assemblage ‘Hail Twilight!’ (Sue Young – sujatiartstudio.teachable.com) Value $32

8. Atmospheric Perspective Value Studies in Ink (Leslie Lambert - watercolor365.com) Value $21

9. From Acrylics to Oil Painting in 5 Easy Steps (Malcolm Dewey – malcolmdeweyfineart.com) Value $25

10. Steampunk Doll (Jenny Manno – jennymanno.com) Value $5

11. Portrait Drawing: Creating Emotion in Colored Pencil (Veronica Winters – veronicasart.com) Value $45

12. The 5 Symbols Compass – An Intuitive Collage Journey (Heather Hoeps – heatherhoeps.com) Value $79

13. Loosen Up! (Tara Leaver – taraleaver.com) Value $275

14. Booklet Bundles of Joy (Roben-Marie Smith – robenmarie.com) Value $55

15. Painting Horses in Watercolour (Liz Chaderton – lizchaderton.co.uk) Value $34

16. Empowered Heart Art Journal (Katrina Slade – katrinaslade.com) Value $79

17. Painting Workshop Bundle (Laurel Greenfield – laurelgreenfieldart.com) Value $150

18. DIY Alcohol Ink Wine Glasses and Coffee mugs sealed in Resin (Kellie Chasse – kelliechassefineart.com) Value $30

19. Mango the Toucan + Bonus Abstract Gardens (Eulalia Mejia – eulaliamejia.com) Value $55

20. The Gift of the Present (Mary Beth Shaw ~ stencilgirlproducts.com) Value $25

21. Simple Seascape Acrylic Painting Mini-Course (Jenny Buchanan – bluebeachhouseart.com) Value $20

22. Digital Coloring Your Art – With Any Software! (Patricia Caldeira – doncorgi.com) Value $20

23. Mixed Media Color Play (Wendy Solganik – willawanders.com) Value $37

24. Stamp Carving Amazing! (Mimi Bondi – mimibondi.com) Value $29

25. Create your own: Mixed Media Bookmarks (Consie Sindet – atopserenityhill.com) Value $24

26. Painting in Gouache (Andy Walker – artclasspro.com) Value $40

27. Flower Painting 101 (Addie Hirschten – studioalchemy.art) Value $60

28.  Mixed Media Kickstart Bundle (Shawn Petite – shawnpetite.com) Value $49

29. Collage Hearts (Amy Smith – amysmithart.com) Value $34

30. Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice Mixed Media Workshop (Jill Adamy – glimmerbug.com) Value $27

31. Embrace a Better Story: 5 Days of Courageous Creativity (Jenny & Rebekah – darlingyourefree.com) Value $27

32. Layers of Stencils: Opposites Really Do Attract (Mary Beth Shaw ~ stencilgirlproducts.com) Value $25

33. Mixed Media Art Deco Portrait (Karen Campbell –  awesomeartschool.com) Value $37

34. Winter Woodlands Workshop (Miriam Schulman – schulmanart.com) Value $300

35. Meet the Beetles (Mindy Lighthipe – mindylighthipe.com) Value $99

36. Brushes to Blossoms (Tracy Verdugo – tracyverdugo.com) Value $27

37. Journal Jam  (Effy Wild – effywild.com) Value $45

38. PAWfect Furry Friends (Andrea Gomoll-Wünsche – andrea-gomoll.de) Value $66

39. Tropical Birds with Watercolors (Josie De Meo – josiedemeoart.com) Value $169

40. How to Draw a Jack Russell (Colin Bradley – school.colinbradleyart.com) Value $14

41. Fallen Leaves  (Sherry DiPaolo – sherrydipaoloart.com) Value $47

42. Steampunk Gal (Jenny Manno – jennymanno.com) Value $5

43. Illuminated Pages in February (Renata Loree – artentive.net) Value $45

44. FUNdamentals of Fluid Art – Acrylic Paint Pouring (Casey Cole Corbin – caseycolecorbin.com) Value $97

45. Playing Card Art – Inspirational Cards (Amanda Trought – realityarts.co.uk) Value $35

46. WOW Backgrounds (Jacqueline Hill – zenartart.com) Value $27

47. How To Paint Mountains In Watercolor (Andy Griffiths – solvingwatercolour.com) Value $25

48. Bona Dea – Roman Goddess of Fertility (Christina Miles – wingsnscales.com) Value $25

49. Goddess Athena (Tamara Laporte – willowing.org) Value $24

50. The Earth Keepers (Katrina Koltes – katrinakoltes.com) Value $34

51. Watercolor Butterflies (Allison Lyon – allisonlyonart.com) Value $47

52. Grunge Poppies (Tara Lynn Pugh – paintedcicada.com) Value $22

53. Tabby Cat Face in Watercolor (Rebecca Rhodes – rebeccarhodesart.com) Value $79

54. Painted Papers (Amy Smith – amysmithart.com) Value $34

55. Holiday Bags & Tags (Lisa Thill – createdbylisathill.com) Value $25

56. Scribble Owls (Kim Dellow – kimdellow.com) Value $34

57. Book of Awe Mixed Media Altered Book Journal Course (Rozlyn Warren) Value $47

58. Color My Life (Kellee Wynne Conrad – kelleewynnestudios.com) Value $65

59. Fantastic Faces in 5 Days (Carrie Brummer – ArtistStrong.com) Value $27

60. Historical Artists’ Pigments Painting Course (Christine Elder – christineelder.com) Value $75

61. The Goddess Project  (Christa Forrest – creativesoulsart.com) Value $65

62. Angel of Confidence (Tiare Smith – tiaresmith.com) Value $22

63. Dancing in Red (Elida Field – elidaart.com) Value $50

64. Get Your Message Out Using Art! (Deb Putnoi – debputnoi.com) Value $97

65. Sculpting a Santa Moon Ornament (Suzette Hussey – papermachepatch.com) Value $25

66. Giving Thanks – Art Journaling for honoring the Earth (Heather Neilson – heatherneilsonart.com) Value $25

67. 5-minute Mindful Art and Nature Activities (Cynthia Hauk – ) Value $39

68. Collage Almanac 2021 (Eulalia Mejia – eulaliamejia.com) Value $17

69. Watercolour Roosters (Kerrie Woodhouse – kerriewoodhouse.com) Value $45

70. Lunar Journaling Class (Jennibellie – journalworkshops.ning.com) Value $53

71. Woven Dreams (Laly Mille – lalymille.com) Value $49

72. Photo Reference Mastery (Angela Fehr – angelafehr.com) Value $49

73. Themed Mixed Media (Kassi Martin – kassimartin.com) Value $244

74. Modern Poppies (Anna Battle – shinyhappyart.com) Value $33

75. The Joy of Collage Making (Simone Nijboer – simonenijboer.com) Value $112

76. How To Draw Realistic Eyes In Colored Pencil (John Middick – sharpenedartist.com) Value $97

77. Enjoy every moment (Jenny Grant – jennygrantart.com) Value $27

78. 3 Skills to Master in Abstract Painting (Heather Neilson – heatherneilsonart.com) Value $35

79. Time travel with me to New Earth (Alexandra Kleinichen – alexkhealthcoach.com) Value $33

80. Mixed Media Art Circles Inspired Background Papers Bumper Kit (Amanda Trought – realityarts.co.uk) Value $10

81. Transformational Sketchbook Journaling: Body Gratitude Course (Anne Leuck – anneleuck.com) Value $42

82. Pink Poppy in Watercolor (Leslie Lambert - watercolor365.com) Value $21

83. Draw and Color Botanical Mandalas (Louise Gale – louisegale.com) Value $57

84. Playful Portraits (Juna Biagioni – junabiagioni.com) Value $34

85. Stay Curious (Mindy Lacefield – mindylacefieldart.com) Value $79

86. Paint Amazing Dewdrops in Watercolour (Jacqueline Hill – zenartart.com) Value $27

87. Spirit Totem (Katrina Koltes – katrinakoltes.com) Value $34

88. Sketchy Adventures Around The World (Taria Dawson – urbansketchingworld.com) Value $18

89. You Are The Light (Tamara Laporte – willowing.org) Value $24

90. Painting the Wilderness: A Beginner Watercolor Guide (Kolbie Blume – thiswritingdesk.com) Value $20

91. Daring Adventures in Abstract Paint (Mati McDonough – matirose.com) Value $179 

92. GIMP: Make Digital Paintings & Illustrations Like a Pro (Kristen Palana – kpalana.com) Value $40

93. Steampunk Lady (Jenny Manno – jennymanno.com) Value $5

94. The Wildlife Painting Academy (Danielle Trudeau – danielletrudeaustudios.com) Value $54

95. Painting as Practice 1- Laying Solid Foundations (Susan Nethercote – susannethercotestudio.com) Value $77

96. Illuminated Pages in March (Renata Loree – artentive.net) Value $45

97. Strawberry Mousse with Ildy (Ildy Karsay – artbyildy.com) Value $40

98. Art Journaling for Well Being (Keren Tamir – kerentamir.com) Value $75

99. Easy Floral Illustrations on Your iPad in Procreate (Kimma Smith – kimma-smith-art.teachable.com) Value $25

100. Butterflies in Colored Pencil (Val Webb – valwebb.wordpress.com) Value $50

101. Steampunk Woman (Jenny Manno – jennymanno.com) Value $5

102. Make Your Own Oracle Deck - (Deanna Jinjoe - anewdayartstudio.com) Value $47

103. How to Paint a Watercolor Gladiola (Laura Watson – laurawatson.ca) Value $80

104. Painted Leaves (Sherry DiPaolo – sherrydipaoloart.com) Value $27