Stay Creative

I've been fortunate to have plenty of writing time for the last year or so. I won't always have this opportunity so I try my best not to squander a day of it! Soon, I will have to make space for writing and creativity in my daily life and it will be challenging.

One of my watercolor paintings

A while back, I made a promise to myself to do something creative (even if it didn't involve writing) every day no matter how busy I got. Doing things that keep the creative door in my mind open makes it easier for me when I must work on a writing project. Painting, knitting, creating new cookie recipes, and taking my dogs for walks on the trail behind my home work well for me.

Wall art found during a walk!

When I need help in maintaining my creative flow or need new stimuli, I venture out and find art everywhere! There is inspiration around every corner if we keep our eyes open. I always take a notebook with me and have my phone handy to snap pictures of things that may spark a story later on. I like to think of these things as deposits in my creative bank.  

What inspires you? How do you make time to nurture your creative self? 

Smiling,

~Valeka