"Creativity is not the property of artists alone. It's a basic element of the human character, no matter what culture you're in, no matter where you are on Earth or in history." - Bill Viola
"Intention refers to something one plans or intends to do, while purpose is the reason or motivation behind that intention. Purpose gives meaning to our actions and helps us focus on our goals."
My intention for Creativity52 is a 52-week photography project where I will create a weekly blog post, containing at least one image from my photographic efforts and share my thoughts on creativity that resonate with me in the week.
My purpose for Creativity52 is to deepen my awareness of creativity and enhance my engagement in the creative process, and I hope my thoughts on creativity will be a source of understanding or even a spark of inspiration for other creators and, especially, for those thinking they aren't creative. I believe that creativity is essential for us to find meaning for ourselves and connect with others.
I will avoid giving direct advice, meaning I will not tell anyone how to be creative. I am not an expert, I don't have the only path for a journey in creativity, and I can offer no "hacks" to being creative. It requires effort and open-mindedness, the last being a stumbling block I encounter often. So instead of giving direct advice or offering recipes for success, I will offer my ideas and suggestions for being creative for others to consider.
My thought for this week:
Recognize when you say "No" to creativity, what is blocking you, and how can you rearrange the blocks, letting your inner artist play freely. Instead of allowing the limits of negative beliefs about yourself and your perspectives of the world to constrain you, when the "safe" voices begin to reject opportunities and possibilities, challenge the "Why I can't" excuses with the "Why can't I" questions and move beyond the blocks that are holding you back. Believe in yourself!
As stated in my announcement post for this project, my primary creative outlet is photography and I can speak specifically about my experience in this realm, but I also love to cook, listen to music, read, assemble jigsaw puzzles, solve problems, and other activities that engage and spur creativity and inventiveness. I hope that my thoughts and images offered in these posts find common ground with the artist in everyone.
I also invite feedback from readers about how you deal with your blocks, and also even to share your creations here. Don't worry, this is a safe space.
If my writings in this photography project can benefit anyone on their creative journey, I am proud to be of service!
https://www.bdionne.photography/
#Creativity52 #creativity #photography #art #innovation #photographyproject #photoproject #Recovery52