May 2013

The act of creation involves many incarnations. Its genesis may be driven by energy and insight, or you may struggle just to get words down, draw a line, dab some paint. For the first draft, whatever strikes at the moment of inception will suffice – censoring has no place in this round. You will discover ideas or images show up you never dreamed of, or maybe because you dreamed them. Accept these intrusions as gifts – allow them to guide you. They may be more valuable than the original vision. In the process, you may devise clever turns of phrase, include an abundance of adjectives you believe will enhance each noun, or fall prey to “ly” adverbs convinced they will sharpen and emphasize. If drawing or painting, you may oversaturate, add excess lines, or paint or imagery. Read More »