Patrick Woodcock: Art as Sacred Practice
“For me, spirituality and salvation are only attainable through the creation or consumption of art. ” ~Patrick Woodcock, poet Continue reading Patrick Woodcock: Art as Sacred Practice
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The Bane of Creativity: The Christian Patrick Interview
“I think most artists are empathetic people. That’s the bane of being creative.” ~Christian Patrick, guitarist and lead vocalist for Heavy Static. Continue reading The Bane of Creativity: The Christian Patrick Interview
Play is the Mother of Work, and Work Should Listen to Mom
It hit me on a recent five-hour road trip from Tunisia’s arid south, past all the remnants of her rich history, to her verdant north. My laptop battery was dead, so I sat looking out the window, my notebook in my … Continue reading Play is the Mother of Work, and Work Should Listen to Mom
8 Essentials for the Launching of a Creative Expedition
Looking to turn that rig around? Live a more authentic life? Do what really matters to you? Or are you readying yourself for the next burst of creative genius? Kit yourself out. Gather all the things you’ll need to self-actualise, … Continue reading 8 Essentials for the Launching of a Creative Expedition
Creative Empathy
The ability to see into, explore, and feel the same sensations as other minds is vital, primarily for writers, and to a lesser degree for other artists and some research scientists. Many creative people are born with a natural tendency to empathise, but this gift can also be cultivated by the right circumstances and intentions. Continue reading Creative Empathy
The Mindful Bard 