Photo by Nedelcu Catalin on Pexels.com "Here is my very, very rough draft," I have said many times before, as if my first draft is the only one on Earth that is less than perfect. I always felt the need to warn my teachers and peers that something wasn't finished because I wasn't satisfied with… Continue reading Three Activities for Artists to Help Overcome Perfectionism
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Using the Enneagram for Richer Characterization in Stories: Types 1-4
Photo by Davi Pimentel on Pexels.com Imagine you go to a party. You walk in the door and cross the room. Then you realize that everyone's wearing the same outfit, has the same hairstyle, and is holding the same drink. Everyone is also talking the same way. They exhibit the same mannerisms and display the… Continue reading Using the Enneagram for Richer Characterization in Stories: Types 1-4
Five Ways I Keep My Creativity Flowing Throughout the Week
Photo by ROMAN ODINTSOV on Pexels.com It's been my dream for a while now to become a full-time author. Being able to focus on my stories and poems without having to worry about a different job is very appealing. Unfortunately, it's not always the most realistic. If it's God's will, I'll get to that point… Continue reading Five Ways I Keep My Creativity Flowing Throughout the Week
Poem: “An Author’s Word Problem”
Photo by Ketut Subiyanto on Pexels.com This page Won’t let me write all over it. These words block me. I keep telling myself, “Write now, Or time will take you.” But I’ve been at it or so wrong. I try making cents out of it. I play the words And think about the cost and… Continue reading Poem: “An Author’s Word Problem”
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