Archives Creativity - My Daily Magazine - Art, Design, DIY, Fashion and Beauty ! MyDailyMagazine.com Wed, 30 Aug 2023 07:49:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Why Creativity Falls Flat Without Technique https://mydailymagazine.com/why-creativity-falls-flat-without-technique/ Wed, 30 Aug 2023 16:02:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=63246 If you’re someone who considers themselves to be creative, then perhaps you know a thing or two about letting your muse guide you. There’s nothing better than allowing the creative spirit to flow through you as you hone your craft and work on whatever masterpiece you’re working on. But here’s the thing: it’s not just […]

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]]> If you’re someone who considers themselves to be creative, then perhaps you know a thing or two about letting your muse guide you. There’s nothing better than allowing the creative spirit to flow through you as you hone your craft and work on whatever masterpiece you’re working on. But here’s the thing: it’s not just about creativity—and here’s why.

Technique Lays the Foundation

Many people in the creative field believe that passion and creativity is all you need, but this is so far from the case. In order to have a creative ground to walk on, you must have the technique to back it up. In order to compose a song, you have to be able to play an instrument. In order to paint a beautiful masterpiece, you have to be able to… well, paint.

Losing Sight

For some reason, many seem to associate technique with being robotic and cold. To be fair, it’s true that technique without passion can result in advanced, yet soulless work. However, that doesn’t mean you’re supposed to neglect the importance of technical skill as a result. The importance is to work on both, and find a way to seamlessly blend the two as one.

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]]> Looking for a Fun, Creative Activity? Host a Crafternoon https://mydailymagazine.com/looking-for-a-fun-creative-activity-host-a-crafternoon/ Sat, 17 Jun 2023 08:12:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=61763 Crafternoons are a great way to spend time with friends and get those creative juices flowing. All you’ll need are some arts and crafts materials, a few pals, and a couple of hours after work or at the weekend and you’ve got all the ingredients for a successful crafternoon! The Materials You don’t need anything […]

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]]> Crafternoons are a great way to spend time with friends and get those creative juices flowing. All you’ll need are some arts and crafts materials, a few pals, and a couple of hours after work or at the weekend and you’ve got all the ingredients for a successful crafternoon!

The Materials

You don’t need anything fancy to get your craft on! Paints, coloring pencils, felt tips and pastels, colored paper, wool, felt, sequins, beads—whatever you can get your hands on or that you have lying around. Raiding your kids’ art supplies is also never a bad idea!

The Project

Pick a project or a theme as a blank piece of paper can be intimidating to even the most seasoned of artists. Check out Instagram, Pinterest, and TikTok for easy craft and design project ideas or take votes on what the theme should be. You could even just explore colors and shapes.

The Intention

A crafternoon should be all about having fun. The conversation flows when your hands are busy and working on a creative task can be fantastic for de-stressing. Don’t worry about the outcomes, just focus on the experience and enjoy!

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]]> Here’s How Traveling Can Improve Your Creativity https://mydailymagazine.com/heres-how-traveling-can-improve-your-creativity/ Sat, 26 Nov 2022 16:26:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=60487 If you’re an artist of any kind, this article will help you understand the importance of traveling. Whether you’re a musician, painter, sculptor, poet, or all of the above, creativity is something that’s obviously crucial to your productivity. Sometimes artists think that they’re better off working endlessly for hours on end in order to achieve […]

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]]> If you’re an artist of any kind, this article will help you understand the importance of traveling. Whether you’re a musician, painter, sculptor, poet, or all of the above, creativity is something that’s obviously crucial to your productivity. Sometimes artists think that they’re better off working endlessly for hours on end in order to achieve the best results. But here’s why that’s not always a good idea.

Knowing Yourself

We’re not going to sit here and say that practice doesn’t make perfect. Refining your technical skills is crucial to improving your craft, but there are other important things as well.

If all you do is practice and never take a step back, you may be wandering aimlessly with no true direction. By traveling abroad and taking a break from your rigorous schedule, you may come to new realizations that’ll spark your creative flow like never before.

Art Within Life

When art is at its best, it reflects upon life itself. This is why consumers are touched by a poignant song, or a vivid painting—because they experienced something in their own past that allows them to identify with it.

Traveling around the world is a great way to not just get to know yourself, but also the world around you. Listening to the flow of the streetcars of Barcelona, or the waves of sunny California, impacts the way your brush stroke hits the canvas.

Life and art are connected to one another, and this is why we believe that your creativity will definitely improve if you travel!

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]]> 3 Painting Tips for Beginners https://mydailymagazine.com/3-painting-tips-for-beginners/ Tue, 15 Sep 2020 21:43:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=49488 There’s never been a better time to start a new hobby than now. If you’re still stuck in lockdown or you simply work from home and have found yourself with some extra free time on your hands, it’s much better to pick up a hobby than to spend it endlessly scrolling through social media. If […]

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]]> There’s never been a better time to start a new hobby than now. If you’re still stuck in lockdown or you simply work from home and have found yourself with some extra free time on your hands, it’s much better to pick up a hobby than to spend it endlessly scrolling through social media. If you’ve always wanted to try painting but never did, here are three tips for absolute beginners.

It Can Be Learned

How many times have you thought or said that you simply don’t have the talent for painting? The good news is that talent is pretty overrated here and that it takes time and effort to learn how to paint, just like with any other skill. Just give it a try!

Paint Often

Whatever creative work you’re doing, the continuity is crucial. You need to keep creating in order to find inspiration for new things, while your works simultaneously get better week after week.

Start With Cheaper Equipment

When you’re first trying out a hobby, you never know if you will stick to it. That’s why it’s important not to overspend on the supplies so you won’t feel guilty about not using them as much as you’ve thought. You can easily upgrade your equipment later if you want to improve your work.

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]]> How to Start a “Media Diet” https://mydailymagazine.com/how-to-start-a-media-diet/ Fri, 13 Mar 2020 22:47:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=38957 The age we live in has us looking at our laptops and phones most of the time during the day and it can be difficult to break the habit. However, going on a “media diet” can be really beneficial for your creativity. Here’s how to do that. Stop Consuming Are you aware of how much […]

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]]> The age we live in has us looking at our laptops and phones most of the time during the day and it can be difficult to break the habit. However, going on a “media diet” can be really beneficial for your creativity. Here’s how to do that.

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Stop Consuming

Are you aware of how much information you consume in one day? So much consumption can be overwhelming and make your brain incapable of coming up with original, creative ideas. Start slowing the consumption down little by little if you can’t do it at once.

Choose What You’re Consuming

There are infinite options available on the internet but you should aim to consume the content that you want to create. Studying the field you want to thrive in can be very beneficial.

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Have Fun

The creative process should be fun! Allow yourself to play and take your time — think about how a kid would do it.

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]]> How to Start a Daily Creative Practice https://mydailymagazine.com/how-to-start-a-daily-creative-practice/ Thu, 12 Mar 2020 16:09:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=38879 Finding time to do something creative can be the key to a happy life. However, we often don’t get to it due to all the things that need to be done in a day. Here are the easy steps that will help you be more creative in your daily life. Setting a Timer When you’re […]

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]]> Finding time to do something creative can be the key to a happy life. However, we often don’t get to it due to all the things that need to be done in a day. Here are the easy steps that will help you be more creative in your daily life.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B7hqYLvIo0N/

Setting a Timer

When you’re first trying to find time to do some drawing, painting, playing music or other creative activity, it helps if you set a timer for no longer than 15 minutes. Doing it for a little bit every day will help you set the habit.

Enjoy the Process

For a while, don’t focus on the end result, but only on the process. It’s supposed to make you happy while you’re doing it, and practicing regularly will help you produce better work overtime.

Save Inspirational Items

Whether you prefer physical papers in a folder or a Pinterest board, browsing through the work of others and saving your favorite things will help you create a pool of inspiration for when you need it!

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]]> Animal Sculptures Created From Recycled Materials https://mydailymagazine.com/animal-sculptures-created-from-recycled-materials/ Tue, 11 Feb 2020 12:29:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=36533 Old or damaged CDs usually end up in the trash, which is totally normal for a technology that’s pretty much “extinct” by now. But there are still people who value this medium and they’re trying to give it a second chance. Sean E. Avery, for example, is using old CDs, not for storing information, but […]

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]]> Old or damaged CDs usually end up in the trash, which is totally normal for a technology that’s pretty much “extinct” by now. But there are still people who value this medium and they’re trying to give it a second chance. Sean E. Avery, for example, is using old CDs, not for storing information, but for creating awesome animal sculptures.

Avery is a teacher, writer, and illustrator from Perth, Australia, but he’s also a sculptor who uses old, recycled materials to create breathtaking works of art. He collects electronic waste, mostly discarded CD’s and DVD’s, and then glues them to the wire mesh frames in order to create his intricate animal sculptures.

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“My sculptures are all constructed with recycled materials — old CDs, computer hard drives, etc, so I classify my work as “sustainable art.” They’re a lot of fun to make, but they take an extremely long time to finish, so I don’t do a lot of them,” the artist commented on his work.

Avery’s art shows us that every item in this world has value and purpose – we just have to be creative and discover their beauty.

Check out his sculptures of koalas, monkeys, birds and other lovely creatures in the photos below.

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]]> 3 Things You Can Do When You’re Feeling Unmotivated https://mydailymagazine.com/3-things-you-can-do-when-youre-feeling-unmotivated/ Fri, 04 Oct 2019 07:10:20 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=21590 More and more often, working people are expected to feel motivated for work at any given time, but as you probably know very well, it’s not always possible. Life happens and we can’t always just switch off and focus on work instead. If you’re currently feeling unmotivated or like you could use some inspiration and […]

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]]> More and more often, working people are expected to feel motivated for work at any given time, but as you probably know very well, it’s not always possible. Life happens and we can’t always just switch off and focus on work instead. If you’re currently feeling unmotivated or like you could use some inspiration and creative energy, try these tips.

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Schedule Creative Time

Working more and harder won’t help you. You’ll benefit from a break, a time you intentionally set for a creative activity you enjoy. Write, paint, go to a museum or read biographies of people you admire, for example.

Interrupt Your Routine

If you’re constantly on your phone or computer, go outside. Call a friend and go for a walk. Cook something. Do anything you don’t usually do on a daily basis and your creative juices will start flowing again.

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Talk to a Friend

You’re not a bad friend if you need to vent about difficult things in your life. A real friend will understand and listen to you and you will feel much better afterward. Then you can move on to happier topics and see what’s going on in their life.

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]]> Why You Should Be Creating instead of Consuming https://mydailymagazine.com/why-you-should-be-creating-instead-of-consuming/ Wed, 13 Mar 2019 10:16:33 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=19633 Whether you’re someone who spends hours on social media or watches a lot of YouTube videos, most everyone is consuming a lot of information on a daily basis in this day and age. Since we are consuming so much, it can start to get a little overwhelming, so it’s really important that we are creating […]

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]]> Whether you’re someone who spends hours on social media or watches a lot of YouTube videos, most everyone is consuming a lot of information on a daily basis in this day and age. Since we are consuming so much, it can start to get a little overwhelming, so it’s really important that we are creating to offset all that information overload. This doesn’t mean just creating physical items, but changing our mindset as well.

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What does Creating Actually Mean?

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Creating can mean physically making something, such as art, photography, or anything else in that realm. But creating can also be something emotional, like creating time for yourself to do certain activities or meditations, or creating more meaningful activities. The idea is to take some time away from consuming information and putting it into practice or finding your own new ways to learn and create.

Why?

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When we create, we build within ourselves more confidence and a sense of pride. Alternatively, when we consume too much, we can start to feel bad about ourselves, whether it’s feelings of inadequacy or self-consciousness. But when we create more, we do it in a way that directly makes us happy because we’re doing things that we value instead of seeing someone else do something we wish we could do or be.

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]]> 3 Tips for Improving Creativity https://mydailymagazine.com/3-tips-for-improving-creativity/ Fri, 12 Oct 2018 10:15:07 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=15597 Do you think you’re not as creative as you’d like to be? Perhaps you’ve accepted that you simply don’t have it in you – and in that case, we have good news. There are many types of creativity and some of them can easily be practiced. Here are the best tips for improving creativity anyone […]

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]]> Do you think you’re not as creative as you’d like to be? Perhaps you’ve accepted that you simply don’t have it in you – and in that case, we have good news. There are many types of creativity and some of them can easily be practiced. Here are the best tips for improving creativity anyone can benefit from.

  • Always look for better solutions. Don’t settle for the acceptable answer when solving the problem, try to find the perfect one instead. This will train your mind to be creative and find alternative paths.
  • Don’t be afraid to express your opinions. You may say something that nobody else has thought of and you don’t even realize is creative.
  • Have creative hobbies. Don’t waste your free time scrolling through social media or watching TV. Do something you enjoy doing, especially if it involves making things from scratch – think cooking, knitting, writing, etc.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> Archives Creativity - My Daily Magazine - Art, Design, DIY, Fashion and Beauty ! MyDailyMagazine.com Wed, 30 Aug 2023 07:49:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Why Creativity Falls Flat Without Technique https://mydailymagazine.com/why-creativity-falls-flat-without-technique/ Wed, 30 Aug 2023 16:02:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=63246 If you’re someone who considers themselves to be creative, then perhaps you know a thing or two about letting your muse guide you. There’s nothing better than allowing the creative spirit to flow through you as you hone your craft and work on whatever masterpiece you’re working on. But here’s the thing: it’s not just […]

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]]> If you’re someone who considers themselves to be creative, then perhaps you know a thing or two about letting your muse guide you. There’s nothing better than allowing the creative spirit to flow through you as you hone your craft and work on whatever masterpiece you’re working on. But here’s the thing: it’s not just about creativity—and here’s why.

Technique Lays the Foundation

Many people in the creative field believe that passion and creativity is all you need, but this is so far from the case. In order to have a creative ground to walk on, you must have the technique to back it up. In order to compose a song, you have to be able to play an instrument. In order to paint a beautiful masterpiece, you have to be able to… well, paint.

Losing Sight

For some reason, many seem to associate technique with being robotic and cold. To be fair, it’s true that technique without passion can result in advanced, yet soulless work. However, that doesn’t mean you’re supposed to neglect the importance of technical skill as a result. The importance is to work on both, and find a way to seamlessly blend the two as one.

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]]> Looking for a Fun, Creative Activity? Host a Crafternoon https://mydailymagazine.com/looking-for-a-fun-creative-activity-host-a-crafternoon/ Sat, 17 Jun 2023 08:12:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=61763 Crafternoons are a great way to spend time with friends and get those creative juices flowing. All you’ll need are some arts and crafts materials, a few pals, and a couple of hours after work or at the weekend and you’ve got all the ingredients for a successful crafternoon! The Materials You don’t need anything […]

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]]> Crafternoons are a great way to spend time with friends and get those creative juices flowing. All you’ll need are some arts and crafts materials, a few pals, and a couple of hours after work or at the weekend and you’ve got all the ingredients for a successful crafternoon!

The Materials

You don’t need anything fancy to get your craft on! Paints, coloring pencils, felt tips and pastels, colored paper, wool, felt, sequins, beads—whatever you can get your hands on or that you have lying around. Raiding your kids’ art supplies is also never a bad idea!

The Project

Pick a project or a theme as a blank piece of paper can be intimidating to even the most seasoned of artists. Check out Instagram, Pinterest, and TikTok for easy craft and design project ideas or take votes on what the theme should be. You could even just explore colors and shapes.

The Intention

A crafternoon should be all about having fun. The conversation flows when your hands are busy and working on a creative task can be fantastic for de-stressing. Don’t worry about the outcomes, just focus on the experience and enjoy!

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]]> Here’s How Traveling Can Improve Your Creativity https://mydailymagazine.com/heres-how-traveling-can-improve-your-creativity/ Sat, 26 Nov 2022 16:26:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=60487 If you’re an artist of any kind, this article will help you understand the importance of traveling. Whether you’re a musician, painter, sculptor, poet, or all of the above, creativity is something that’s obviously crucial to your productivity. Sometimes artists think that they’re better off working endlessly for hours on end in order to achieve […]

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]]> If you’re an artist of any kind, this article will help you understand the importance of traveling. Whether you’re a musician, painter, sculptor, poet, or all of the above, creativity is something that’s obviously crucial to your productivity. Sometimes artists think that they’re better off working endlessly for hours on end in order to achieve the best results. But here’s why that’s not always a good idea.

Knowing Yourself

We’re not going to sit here and say that practice doesn’t make perfect. Refining your technical skills is crucial to improving your craft, but there are other important things as well.

If all you do is practice and never take a step back, you may be wandering aimlessly with no true direction. By traveling abroad and taking a break from your rigorous schedule, you may come to new realizations that’ll spark your creative flow like never before.

Art Within Life

When art is at its best, it reflects upon life itself. This is why consumers are touched by a poignant song, or a vivid painting—because they experienced something in their own past that allows them to identify with it.

Traveling around the world is a great way to not just get to know yourself, but also the world around you. Listening to the flow of the streetcars of Barcelona, or the waves of sunny California, impacts the way your brush stroke hits the canvas.

Life and art are connected to one another, and this is why we believe that your creativity will definitely improve if you travel!

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]]> 3 Painting Tips for Beginners https://mydailymagazine.com/3-painting-tips-for-beginners/ Tue, 15 Sep 2020 21:43:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=49488 There’s never been a better time to start a new hobby than now. If you’re still stuck in lockdown or you simply work from home and have found yourself with some extra free time on your hands, it’s much better to pick up a hobby than to spend it endlessly scrolling through social media. If […]

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]]> There’s never been a better time to start a new hobby than now. If you’re still stuck in lockdown or you simply work from home and have found yourself with some extra free time on your hands, it’s much better to pick up a hobby than to spend it endlessly scrolling through social media. If you’ve always wanted to try painting but never did, here are three tips for absolute beginners.

It Can Be Learned

How many times have you thought or said that you simply don’t have the talent for painting? The good news is that talent is pretty overrated here and that it takes time and effort to learn how to paint, just like with any other skill. Just give it a try!

Paint Often

Whatever creative work you’re doing, the continuity is crucial. You need to keep creating in order to find inspiration for new things, while your works simultaneously get better week after week.

Start With Cheaper Equipment

When you’re first trying out a hobby, you never know if you will stick to it. That’s why it’s important not to overspend on the supplies so you won’t feel guilty about not using them as much as you’ve thought. You can easily upgrade your equipment later if you want to improve your work.

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]]> How to Start a “Media Diet” https://mydailymagazine.com/how-to-start-a-media-diet/ Fri, 13 Mar 2020 22:47:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=38957 The age we live in has us looking at our laptops and phones most of the time during the day and it can be difficult to break the habit. However, going on a “media diet” can be really beneficial for your creativity. Here’s how to do that. Stop Consuming Are you aware of how much […]

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]]> The age we live in has us looking at our laptops and phones most of the time during the day and it can be difficult to break the habit. However, going on a “media diet” can be really beneficial for your creativity. Here’s how to do that.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B2CA_50ojQW/

Stop Consuming

Are you aware of how much information you consume in one day? So much consumption can be overwhelming and make your brain incapable of coming up with original, creative ideas. Start slowing the consumption down little by little if you can’t do it at once.

Choose What You’re Consuming

There are infinite options available on the internet but you should aim to consume the content that you want to create. Studying the field you want to thrive in can be very beneficial.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B0UeaoYjVJ-/

Have Fun

The creative process should be fun! Allow yourself to play and take your time — think about how a kid would do it.

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]]> How to Start a Daily Creative Practice https://mydailymagazine.com/how-to-start-a-daily-creative-practice/ Thu, 12 Mar 2020 16:09:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=38879 Finding time to do something creative can be the key to a happy life. However, we often don’t get to it due to all the things that need to be done in a day. Here are the easy steps that will help you be more creative in your daily life. Setting a Timer When you’re […]

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]]> Finding time to do something creative can be the key to a happy life. However, we often don’t get to it due to all the things that need to be done in a day. Here are the easy steps that will help you be more creative in your daily life.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B7hqYLvIo0N/

Setting a Timer

When you’re first trying to find time to do some drawing, painting, playing music or other creative activity, it helps if you set a timer for no longer than 15 minutes. Doing it for a little bit every day will help you set the habit.

Enjoy the Process

For a while, don’t focus on the end result, but only on the process. It’s supposed to make you happy while you’re doing it, and practicing regularly will help you produce better work overtime.

Save Inspirational Items

Whether you prefer physical papers in a folder or a Pinterest board, browsing through the work of others and saving your favorite things will help you create a pool of inspiration for when you need it!

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]]> Animal Sculptures Created From Recycled Materials https://mydailymagazine.com/animal-sculptures-created-from-recycled-materials/ Tue, 11 Feb 2020 12:29:00 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=36533 Old or damaged CDs usually end up in the trash, which is totally normal for a technology that’s pretty much “extinct” by now. But there are still people who value this medium and they’re trying to give it a second chance. Sean E. Avery, for example, is using old CDs, not for storing information, but […]

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]]> Old or damaged CDs usually end up in the trash, which is totally normal for a technology that’s pretty much “extinct” by now. But there are still people who value this medium and they’re trying to give it a second chance. Sean E. Avery, for example, is using old CDs, not for storing information, but for creating awesome animal sculptures.

Avery is a teacher, writer, and illustrator from Perth, Australia, but he’s also a sculptor who uses old, recycled materials to create breathtaking works of art. He collects electronic waste, mostly discarded CD’s and DVD’s, and then glues them to the wire mesh frames in order to create his intricate animal sculptures.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B8LozHyjFT9/

“My sculptures are all constructed with recycled materials — old CDs, computer hard drives, etc, so I classify my work as “sustainable art.” They’re a lot of fun to make, but they take an extremely long time to finish, so I don’t do a lot of them,” the artist commented on his work.

Avery’s art shows us that every item in this world has value and purpose – we just have to be creative and discover their beauty.

Check out his sculptures of koalas, monkeys, birds and other lovely creatures in the photos below.

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]]> 3 Things You Can Do When You’re Feeling Unmotivated https://mydailymagazine.com/3-things-you-can-do-when-youre-feeling-unmotivated/ Fri, 04 Oct 2019 07:10:20 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=21590 More and more often, working people are expected to feel motivated for work at any given time, but as you probably know very well, it’s not always possible. Life happens and we can’t always just switch off and focus on work instead. If you’re currently feeling unmotivated or like you could use some inspiration and […]

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Schedule Creative Time

Working more and harder won’t help you. You’ll benefit from a break, a time you intentionally set for a creative activity you enjoy. Write, paint, go to a museum or read biographies of people you admire, for example.

Interrupt Your Routine

If you’re constantly on your phone or computer, go outside. Call a friend and go for a walk. Cook something. Do anything you don’t usually do on a daily basis and your creative juices will start flowing again.

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Talk to a Friend

You’re not a bad friend if you need to vent about difficult things in your life. A real friend will understand and listen to you and you will feel much better afterward. Then you can move on to happier topics and see what’s going on in their life.

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]]> Why You Should Be Creating instead of Consuming https://mydailymagazine.com/why-you-should-be-creating-instead-of-consuming/ Wed, 13 Mar 2019 10:16:33 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=19633 Whether you’re someone who spends hours on social media or watches a lot of YouTube videos, most everyone is consuming a lot of information on a daily basis in this day and age. Since we are consuming so much, it can start to get a little overwhelming, so it’s really important that we are creating […]

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What does Creating Actually Mean?

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Creating can mean physically making something, such as art, photography, or anything else in that realm. But creating can also be something emotional, like creating time for yourself to do certain activities or meditations, or creating more meaningful activities. The idea is to take some time away from consuming information and putting it into practice or finding your own new ways to learn and create.

Why?

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When we create, we build within ourselves more confidence and a sense of pride. Alternatively, when we consume too much, we can start to feel bad about ourselves, whether it’s feelings of inadequacy or self-consciousness. But when we create more, we do it in a way that directly makes us happy because we’re doing things that we value instead of seeing someone else do something we wish we could do or be.

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]]> 3 Tips for Improving Creativity https://mydailymagazine.com/3-tips-for-improving-creativity/ Fri, 12 Oct 2018 10:15:07 +0000 https://mydailymagazine.com/?p=15597 Do you think you’re not as creative as you’d like to be? Perhaps you’ve accepted that you simply don’t have it in you – and in that case, we have good news. There are many types of creativity and some of them can easily be practiced. Here are the best tips for improving creativity anyone […]

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]]> Do you think you’re not as creative as you’d like to be? Perhaps you’ve accepted that you simply don’t have it in you – and in that case, we have good news. There are many types of creativity and some of them can easily be practiced. Here are the best tips for improving creativity anyone can benefit from.

  • Always look for better solutions. Don’t settle for the acceptable answer when solving the problem, try to find the perfect one instead. This will train your mind to be creative and find alternative paths.
  • Don’t be afraid to express your opinions. You may say something that nobody else has thought of and you don’t even realize is creative.
  • Have creative hobbies. Don’t waste your free time scrolling through social media or watching TV. Do something you enjoy doing, especially if it involves making things from scratch – think cooking, knitting, writing, etc.

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