Blog Posts

We often compare ourselves to others and in doing so we miss out on our own lives and we become distracted or discouraged from pursuing our own journeys and fulfilling our own dreams. This text explores the root problem of why we compare ourselves negatively to others and some things we can do to focus on ourselves instead.

There's a paradox we often face: our desire to be known struggles against our instinct to hide away. Torn between opening up and staying safe in our comfortable solitude we long for the world and we shy away from it. We wish to be seen but also to be out of sight.

The archetype of the jester - an easygoing, fun-loving joker who brings colour and laughter to life, but if left unexamined can develop a shadow and reinforce some negative character traits.

Trendy online content and the slow death of creativity and individuality. Stay true to your own vision and unique voice - do your work with love and success will follow.

Both culture consumers and creators risk forming parasocial relationships with each other. The artist with their audience and the audience with the artists, what truly connects them is the work - a work which is often non-personal. How to navigate the online sphere and to focus on your happiness than that of others.

What are vanity galleries? How do you recognise them and how do you protect yourself and your work from them? Five ways to discern them from legit commercial galleries and things to keep in mind when getting into the commercial art world.

Examining automated and autonomous cognitive functions in relation to creativity and the creation of art. Mindless and mindful expression - their manifestation and the benefits they bring to artistic practice.

Career suicide isn't real suicide, career suicide is fine. Do not fear changing paths, life isn't static and your being is not written in stone. Embrace new challenges and growth. Pursue your truth and what you truly love.

The trifecta of food theory is the idea that all foods can be categorised into three simple categories: soup, sandwich and salad.

Artistic legacy and reflection on it. How to work towards greatness without worrying about what you leave behind. Almost every artist wonders and fantasises about their legacy - their mark on the world. Some for good and some for bad.

A post about iteration and innovation in creativity and culture. How they work together and how to make the most out of both by approaching each with humility and respect. Novelty and improvement through repetition and how both iteration and innovation has the power to change the world.

The importance of working with what you have, and the value of an idea over the material gear you think you need to channel your creativity in your artistic journey.

What is grief? How do we deal with it? How does it affect us and what long-lasting effects can grief have on us? This blog post explores the theme of grief and how different people navigate mourning. What can you do yourself while grieving, and how can you help somebody close to you grieving?

On the topic of keeping things short but sweet. How to be concise in your artistic work. Three things to consider when making sure your writing is concise. Some personal reflections on the past blog posts.

On meaning and where to find it in your everyday life. How to find purpose in your work, and if you have the courage to grow - the world is yours without selling your soul. Where to find meaning to what you do and the different nature to attributing meaning to the mundane and metaphysical.

About pricing your work as an artist, the four determining factors in pricing your creativity and work. How to price it accordingly and properly without undercharging or overcharging your work. As well as sharing my personal experience with pricing and what I take into consideration when pricing my artwork.

About monotony that plagues our everyday lives. How to break it and what benefits variety adds to life, but also what good monotony and repetition brings. About our perception of time and the richness new things bring.

A perspective on the experience of divinity, comparing it to love and how we perceive these concepts. The subtle nature of the All and how earthly sensory overload misleads us. Discerning between our expectations and the reality of things, allowing ourselves to not be misguided and misinformed by a wicked influence that seeks to manipulate us. Searching for the experience with an open mind and heart is the center of discovering the truth.

Some background on the nature of imagination and what drives it. The highs and lows of an overly imaginative mind and how to live with the mental constructions of your mind. The company of solitude, and how to surround yourself with imaginary friends instead of imaginary foes. The importance of feeding your imagination the right things to prevent paranoia, self-doubt, and crippling anxiety.

Take the risk, dare to dream, and relentlessly pursue your goals. Do not overthink and doubt yourself - let the risk fuel and motivate you to overcome it. Take full responsibility for your shortcomings and deal with your failures with grace, and surely you will prevail. Be smart about the risks you take but do not be afraid.

The art of not trying is a gentle approach to problem-solving and navigating life's difficulties and challenges with flexibility, harmony, and adaptability. The more we cling to things the further they seem to drift away from us, it is when we let go that all falls into place. How to utilise the action of non-action as a powerful force in our creative endeavors and our day-to-day lives.

About finding motivation to achieve your goals and dreams. Concrete tips and ways to strengthen your motivation through discipline, consistency, and more. How and where to find inspiration and how to not overwork yourself, ensuring you have the energy to stay motivated and focused.

How to engage with meaningful thoughts and constructive daydreaming. Getting the most out of contemplation and using your imaginative mind to fuel you towards your goals, achieving your dreams, and living a more present and positive life through conscious thought.

Creativity is a big topic. This blog post seeks to cover out briefly 5 core principles of the concept of creativity - explaining each principle and how they work together to allow creativity to be such a great force of will. Creativity has led to most of humanity's great inventions and ideas.