inspiration
Perousing blogs can be the digital equivalent of a pep-talk. When you’re feeling a bit of a creative lull, it’s amazing to discover what other creatives out there are working on. It provides such an energy boost.
I’ve just come across some more inspiring bloggers who demonstrate how infinitely wide the scope for creativity and artistry is.
From moyou, a Canberra-based textile designer :
Whenever I’ve attempted any sort of arty pursuits before, I’ve found myself frustrated with my inadequacies when I see the exemplary work out there. Shortsighted, but true… but also probably common for a ‘hobbyist’.
I haven’t yet put my finger on exactly why, but I find I don’t have the same erk-y feeling when I read craft or design blogs. I’d like to think it has something to do with maturation (hah), but it’s more likely connected to being able to relate to others’ reported creative processes, which is important for beginners like me, and paradoxically, I think it also has to do with feeling some sense of private experience through blogging. Perhaps it has to do with documenting your processes. Perhaps it affords you time to think through your steps. Maybe it’s the freedom of knowing that no-one is required to respond or react to what you put out there. Whatever it is, it works, and I wouldn’t dismiss the correlation between the recent arts/craft/design revival and the accessibility of blogs and blogging.
From Maditi Likes:
I’ve added a few more links to my blogroll. Perouse and be inspired.