Posts tagged creative process
On the Making of "Being & Becoming" (2023)

Then suddenly during its development, the vision shifted.

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On the Phrases in "Shame & Redemption" - Part 8

But one of the great things about having ADHD has been recognizing that my enthusiasm (which is often linked to impulsivity) is also my greatest power for creativity.

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On Handling Rejection

I guess they don’t agree with the concept of gesamtkunstwerk (total work of art): an artwork, design, or creative process where different art forms are combined to create a single cohesive whole.

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On Why Artists Can Break the Rules

Artistic expression depends on what the goal is for the individual artist rather than a standardized body of study.

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On Improving

“As you create, you will naturally improve. Do not wait until you think you are good enough to start. You are always good enough to start improving.”

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On Using Our Talents for Peace and Love

“I only hope we can use all of our talents and creativity towards peace and love.”

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On Breaking New Ground

In order to be able to push the boundaries of ART, I have to first push the boundaries of my own art.

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