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The Commonplace • 393 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Writing Friendship Creativity Personal Growth Inspiration
  1. Twin vocations can complement each other well, benefiting both the individual and their families.
  2. Building connections with others is crucial, especially in solitary work, as digital connections can't replace in-person friendships.
  3. Progress in work is made through daily consistency, even if the results may seem unimpressive at first.

GUT Visiting Artist: Gretchen Rubin

DrawTogether with WendyMac • 1257 implied HN points • 22 Oct 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Creativity Senses Drawing Inspiration Community
  1. Gretchen Rubin highlights the link between creativity and happiness, showing how it boosts mood, energy, and social connections.
  2. She shares about her sources of creative inspiration, like reading and visiting the Met museum, and how those experiences lead to new projects.
  3. Gretchen suggests a creative exercise of keeping a Five-Senses Journal to spark memories, ideas, and gratitude through daily sensory experiences.
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Spirituals (Interview)

Flow State • 334 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
🎶 Music Interview Artists Inspiration Projects
  1. Tyler Tadlock's music project Spirituals blends voice memos, digital instruments, and guitar to create beatless dance music.
  2. Tadlock's approach to music-making is organic and inspired by everyday sounds, emphasizing the importance of sounds' relationships.
  3. Tadlock finds inspiration in natural sounds, free improvisation, and underrated musicians like George Cartwright.

The Art of Psychosis

Litverse • 259 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Creativity Inspiration Artistic expression
  1. Creativity can be seen as a form of divine possession rather than a conscious process.
  2. Insanity and inspiration are intertwined, with creativity often flowing from a state of being 'possessed.'
  3. Artistic expression for some individuals like Jim Morrison involves a deep connection to spirituality and a belief in being guided by external forces.

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The NO SUCH THING AS TOO MUCH ART Society • 275 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Artist Artwork Inspiration
  1. The artwork featured is by artist Rachel Comminos, known for her stunning and soft work with unique color palettes and shapes.
  2. The artist found inspiration in self-reflection after the passing of her estranged father in 2021.
  3. To read more about this artist and their work, consider subscribing to 'ART DELIVERY' from The Jealous Curator for a 7-day free trial.

Jim Morrison's Religion of Recklessness

Litverse • 239 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
📚 Literature Biography Art Legacy Creativity Inspiration
  1. Jim Morrison's art and lifestyle reflected a religion of recklessness, showcasing a fine line between self-destructive behaviors and artistic genius.
  2. The myth of the 27 Club, including Jim Morrison, romanticizes addiction and early death, blurring the lines between virtues and vices.
  3. Morrison's approach to art creation, characterized by unconscious expression and channeling spirits, challenges the idea of conscious creativity and self-control in artistic processes.

Amazement

Soaring Twenties • 108 implied HN points • 23 Feb 24
📚 Literature Poetry Creative Process Publication Inspiration
  1. The author shares their journey of writing and rewriting a book of poems over the years, highlighting the importance of revisiting and restructuring creative works over time.
  2. The process of creating a collection of poems involves carefully selecting and arranging individual pieces to create a cohesive and meaningful narrative thread throughout the book.
  3. Self-publishing can be a valuable outlet for producing work and refining one's craft, leading to personal growth and the eventual creation of a polished manuscript for publication.

Office Hours

Story Club with George Saunders • 105 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
📚 Literature Writing Craft Artistry Creativity Inspiration
  1. Differentiate between being 'sentimental' and being 'emotion-rich' in writing. Strive for genuine emotion in your work while avoiding unearned sentimentality.
  2. Your upbringing doesn't dictate the quality of your writing. Use your life experiences, no matter how 'normal,' to create impactful and powerful storytelling.
  3. Great writing comes from finding the sacred in everyday moments. Embrace the idea that every detail matters and has the potential for literary significance.

Writing Rhythm

So Here’s a Thing • 688 implied HN points • 30 Sep 23
📚 Literature Writing Music Creativity Inspiration Art
  1. In writing, weaving different elements together like characters, plot, and dialogue is essential for a compelling story.
  2. Just as a driving rhythm is crucial in music, a well-crafted prose needs texture and momentum to engage the reader.
  3. Find your unique 'Open G' in writing - discover your natural style and voice to make the writing process smoother and authentic.

ICYMI

Wild Holy & Free • 845 implied HN points • 27 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Art Community Inspiration
  1. Center Black people in antiracism for better education for all.
  2. Antiracism education can be a joyful experience.
  3. Laugh at the ridiculousness of white supremacy to make the work more meaningful.

Patagonia Diaries

memoirs & rambles • 93 implied HN points • 14 Feb 24
🏝 Travel Reflections Family Experiences Inspiration
  1. The author was taken on a long road trip to Patagonia by their parents as a child, which sparked a deep love for driving and mountains
  2. Despite not recalling the trip details, the impact of the Patagonia journey lingered on and served as a frequent source of inspiration during the author's upbringing
  3. Revisiting the Patagonia trip with family after 25 years brought new insights, experiences, and reflections, shaping the author's perspective on travel and sparking an urge to document and share the journey

Forté #20

SJF • 98 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Inspiration Creativity Nature Relationships Art
  1. The author shares things that have recently inspired them, such as a magazine website with beautiful imagery and a moving video about living a fulfilling life as a craftsman.
  2. There is a reminder about minimizing unnecessary mental clutter by re-evaluating how we use social media during work breaks.
  3. An interesting website called Tree.fm allows users to listen to sound recordings of forests worldwide, offering a serene escape.

Forté #18

SJF • 117 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Music Literature Creativity Inspiration Writing
  1. The author finds inspiration in reading Tolstoy's War & Peace and using a Hobonichi Techo notebook for daily journalling.
  2. Subscribed to The Idler magazine for a slow, good life perspective and enjoyed reading An Idler's Manual by Tom Hodgkinson.
  3. Explored the Voyager Golden Record images and learned about the robot 'There's Waldo' that finds Waldo in different countries.

a letter about the creative process of a writer

Tumbleweed Words • 38 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
📚 Literature Creative Process Writer Reflection Inspiration
  1. The creative process for a writer involves drawing thoughts from a subconscious place and crafting them into words on a page.
  2. Creating meaningful work requires dedication and perseverance, despite doubts and external distractions.
  3. Reflection and inspiration from past experiences play a significant role in fueling the creative process.