Birds need to spread their wings and fly and so do creative, aspiring artists. Check out this list of creative side hustles that aspiring indie talents can start anytime for extra money or jumpstart their business through entrepreneurship.

Learn how creativity works, how to find your hidden creative genius, and how to create meaningful work by learning how to make creative thinking a habit.

How do you view yourself as a creative? How do you see your creative work? These are not easy questions to answer. But regardless of whether you can put it into words or not, how you view yourself have wide-ranging effects on your creative work. From our creative habits, to the kind of work we crea

These innovative ideas will get you recognized in the workplace. We are all creatives. Innovation is key to workplace success, so it's time to let your creativity shine.

Looking for some inspiring ideas to help you stoke your creative juices while doing something fun and different? Check out these 37 creative project ideas.

Days for creating are the best, right? In this video I share my advice on structuring your creative work days after who you are and what suits you best. I also take you along on my very first creative business Friday - I'm now working my day job four days a week instead of five.

Days for creating are the best, right? In this video I share my advice on structuring your creative work days after who you are and what suits you best. I also take you along on my very first creative business Friday - I'm now working my day job four days a week instead of five.

Most of us want the opportunity to explore the world and all that it has to offer. Check out these 5 creative jobs you can do while traveling!

True Creativity requires a mind that is content, at rest and relaxed. Have you ever noticed that your best ideas come when you are most at peace and relaxed? Like when you are drifting off to sleep (and hoping you can remember it in the morning), having a shower or out for a walk. In those moments, we are not distracted by the worries or stress of everyday life. Out minds have space to create. To enter that flow state, where we can put our full attention into our thinking and creating. But is it possible to create this environment

"I'm asking them to remember that everything we listen to/read/watch takes time, energy, money to create, and that creation isn’t possible without funding."

There are few things I believe in as strongly as this. Few things that have mattered more in more creative journey, and have helped me more through challenging times. It’s the closest I’ve come to a magic trick. What is it? It’s the joy of the process. It’s so easy to get stuck in the results of cr

Audrey Kawasaki just released some in-progress teaser pics of her preparing for her first solo show at the Jonathan Levine Gallery in NY this coming

Photography is all about perspective - the person behind the camera can use their imagination to tell different stories about a subject from a variety of angles. Perspective gives depth to an image and can make a two-dimensional photograph feel like a three-dimensional scene.

You are creative. Try this 11 day creativity challenge to spark your imagination. Being creative can transform your imagination into reality.

Been wondering if you're a multi-passionate creative? Read this blog post to see if any of there 5 signs apply to you!

Need some actionable inspiration on living a creatively fulfilled life? Nine real life examples of what it means to be creatively fulfilled.

Here’s my ultimate list of hobbies to pick up when you’re feeling bored. You can do all these creative hobbies from home. From crafting to digital.

I love the sense of freedom in creative projects. It’s just me and my imagination, I can take it wherever I want to, and nobody will tell me what I should do or how I should work. But that freedom can also be a bit tricky. Nobody will look in on your progress, there’s no clear step by step path to

Treat the artist in your life to something thoughtful this year (they'll love you for it)

Some tips and ideas for developing your own creative practice, whatever your area of creativity.

Some days it's hard to connect to our creativity. But we need to keep working so here are 4 simple things I do for creative inspiration.

Many creative types make it look easy, but their are basic exercises and actions you can do to ensure you stay creative everyday.

This is a guide for how you can start an art business and make money from your creativity. Find out what you need to get started. Includes tips on pricing, marketing, and more!

Looking to find your artistic style and voice? Discover tips and insights on how to develop your creative expression in this post. Learn how to find inspiration, embrace imperfections, work in series, and be patient and persistent in your artistic journey. Follow your intuition and create a style that is uniquely yours

If you stay committed to loving your process in your small creative business, and not social media algorithms, you’re more likely to build a sustainable business.

In this post I share how I prepared to quit my job in order to pursue creative entrepreneurship and become an artist. I also provide very valuable art business tips.

If you want a quick and easy way to take interesting portraits, mirror photography is for you. All you need is a mirror (or several mirrors, if you're feeling extra creative), a patient model, and a few tips. 1. Mirror Photography: Use Artificial Light to Enhance Your Model's Features One of the best things about mirror photography is that it offers unlimited possibilities. As long as you have access to a mirror, you can take photos wherever and whenever you want. If you want to stay in, experiment with different outfits, and take great photos with a limited amount of light, you can easily do so. You just need to work with artificial light and DSLR camera settings that are usually not needed during the warmer months. Artificial light can enhance your subject's features. As you take photos, make sure you manually change your photos' color temperature and ISO. Color temperature will let you fix unflattering tones and ISO will help you take sharp photos in locations with limited light. 2. Use Manual Focus for the Sharpest Results Depending on the concept of your shoot, you might have to deal with a lot of busy foregrounds and backgrounds in your compositions. Because of this, autofocus might capture the wrong subject or not be able to focus at all. Especially if you're working with a small f-number like f/1.2. You can avoid this by switching to manual focus. Manual focus will let you capture exactly what you want. If you don't use it regularly, it will feel very awkward at first. Don't let this bother you! It's also likely that the mirror you use will create distortions on your model's face. These will be noticeable only when you zoom into your photo, so they shouldn't be a problem. 3. Create Space in Small Rooms by Using Large Mirrors Small spaces like elevators have mirrors to give the illusion of more space. You can use this trick to your advantage when you shoot in small rooms. If you live in a small apartment, you can use a large mirror to take mirror images of your subject from a distance. This is especially handy if you use a zoom lens, which typically isn't practical to use indoors. You can also use large mirrors to create more space between yourself and your model. This will make them feel more comfortable and give them room to pose without worrying about bumping into your camera. 4. Shoot Through Multiple Mirrors to Create a Surreal Effect Surreal photography is all about otherworldly concepts and stories inspired by fairytales. Some surrealist photographers, like Rosie Hardy, use their photo editing skills to create unusual photos. Others, like John Dykstra, use props and their imagination to create unedited masterpieces. You don't always need incredible editing skills or props to create surreal photos, though. With use of mirrors (at least two), you can focus on different angles of your model's face and reflect objects that wouldn't be visible in a photo with one mirror. Here, you can also different reflective surfaces for better images. 5. Take Photos of Yourself and Your Model at the Same Time Portrait photography tends to focus on those standing in front of the camera. Anyone behind it should be invisible. Mirror photography is an exception to this rule, as you can take photos of both yourself and your model in the mirror. You can use this technique to add depth to your creative self-portraits. It can also be used to create more space in a photo or to fill in empty areas in your composition. Make sure you use this technique sparingly, though. The more you use it, the more unoriginal your concepts will be. Try creative these self-reflection portraits with broken mirrors for some added creativity. 6. Take Your Mirror Outdoors There are lots of exciting outdoor locations that you can enhance with the help of a mirror. You can use it to cover parts of your model's body, reflect a beautiful location, or even use it to improve your landscape photography skills. I recommend using a small mirror outdoors. Carrying a large mirror is impractical. And it will make your photo shoot significantly more inconvenient than a normal one with smaller props. 7. Recreate Fun Road Trip Photos in a Car You don't need to go on an epic road trip to take exciting travel photos. If you have a car, you can recreate travel photos by simply having your model sit in it. No driving necessary! Use a side mirror or rear view mirror to focus on your model. Make sure the background (preferably an eye-catching location) is visible, too. This will give dimension to your photo and create a sense of adventure. 8. Take Atmospheric Self-Portraits Mirror selfies have become so popular that they're no longer interesting, but this doesn't mean you can't use them to create original self-portraits. Instead of focusing solely on yourself, try to create an atmosphere using objects next to your mirror. The photographer in the image above used her bedroom to create a cozy and pleasant feel. While most of the objects in her photo aren't sharp, they still complement her pose and reflect her personality (no pun intended). 9. Use a Small Mirror to Create Abstract Portraits Abstract portraits are unconventional and striking. They can be used to create photos that resemble paintings or simply highlight one part of your model's face, like the eye in the photo above. You can use a handheld mirror or a prism to experiment with this effect. A prism might make reflections appear more distorted. You'll also have to focus very carefully to get sharp results. A handheld mirror will reflect more of your subject's face and make it easier for you to focus on them. Since both of these mirrors are affordable and accessible, I recommend experimenting with both. Conclusion: Mirror Photography Mirror photography will help you appreciate unusual perspectives, try out new photography styles, and add more depth to your photos. Even the simplest mirror can help you take your portraits to the next level. So what are you waiting for? Grab a mirror and start shooting!

Get to know Daniella the artist behind Pressed and the lady who teaches our Pressed Flower Framing Workshop!

Don't let the man get you down. These quotes prove we're all rebels at heart.

The following characteristics that determine the causes of creativity in an individual. Confidence Courage Having a creative imagination Incorporating different perspectives Go beyond Assuming Having a larger perspective Have Unique ThoughtsObservational Skills Mindfulness CuriosityResourcefulness Lack of doubt Quick Adaptation People who remember their dreams Everyone is essentially creative. Creativity does not discriminate. It is said to be buried in each one of us. It can be tapped into by some invention or re-invention. However, these qualities mentioned above have the highest potential of igniting the creative spark that is present in each one of us. Some people have their creativity handy and closer to the surface level. In these people, it is easily noticed. However, some people need a little more push for creativity to be fully expressed. But that does not mean they do not have creativity. It just means that they need to actively work on their creativity regularly to maintain its level. If it is ignored or remains unused for a long time, eventually it starts diminishing or gets buried deep inside us. To prevent this, one must continually develop the skills mentioned above one way or, the other.

Want to make extra money selling crafts? Check out these 80 unique DIY craft ideas to make and sell to find easy and popular things you can make from home!

This list of hobbies for adults is geared towards creative activities that tend to be popular among both men and women.

The art world is booming thanks to the creative people around the world. It is amazing when you think that you can turn your art hobby into a profitable business. Here is the Nine-Step Guide to Start A Profitable Art Business.

We've put together 10 projects made from rubbish that you will actually want to keep. From magazines to plastic bottles and coke cans!

Object arranging artist Adam Hillman, who previously arranged brightly hued candy, produce and other items into into color-ordered, visually pleasing

Both tried & true and unusual tips on how to be more creative through your actions! *First article of a three-part series on Cultivating Creativity...

These incredible sculptures are made from old flipflops arranged to take the shape of angel's wings. They are the works of Filipino artists Isabel and Alfredo

A collection of DIY ideas to explore your own creativity for the New Year, to inspire yourself and live life more openly.

Being different from those around you can suck, but your "otherness" can help unlock your creativity. Embrace the discomfort and make art.

Cristina Troufa talks to The Arty Teacher about her work and themes and gives advice to art students who are inspired by ther work.

Do you admire the creative women you know? Want to find creative things to do? Boost creativity by trying any of these 50 ideas today!

A mega-list of hobby ideas for adults, including active hobbies, indoor hobbies, DIY hobbies, cheap hobbies, and cool new hobbies for men and women.

I had the pleasure of meeting today’s guest at a fun event in san francisco. As a bunch of ladies were learning to mix cocktails in the midst of a floral studio, this lovely lady was off in the corner