I acknowledge my limitations as a draughtsman. However, I am a firm believer that the act of creating, at whatever level, whether drawing, making, repairing, baking or fabricating, leads to enhanced creativity and enjoyment of life.
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| How did I get here? |
Engaging in the creative process of refining lesson plans for teaching Zentangle workshops, I have been drawing combinations of abstract Zentangle patterns. With my sketchbook open and pen working away, I also began a series of character drawings.
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| Not sure why, but I think I'm going to cry. |
The pen in my hand brought me into the moment. Suddenly, out of nowhere, my characters had sentient thoughts.
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| I'm waiting for Pablo Picasso to paint me. |
So, back to my original premise: the act of creating fosters creativity.
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| Something feels wrong with one of my eyes. |
I might be the only person enjoying these visual musings... but my new friends crack me up with their insights.
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| Bet you wish you had hair like mine. |
I impress upon my students the necessity of taking risks to jump start artistic growth. Well, I sure feel exposed and vulnerable publishing these drawings. And, when I spend time drawing, my skills increase.
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| Flash light person. |
I hope you will join me in risk-taking and creating.
John Nordell teaches courses in the Visual and Digital Arts Program at American International College in Springfield, Mass. He blogs about the creative process at CreateLookEnjoy.com Instagram: @john.nordell
2 comments :
Just as creating was good for you, it relaxed my mind to look at your drawings. Thank you.
Thank you for the encouragement. Great to hear you felt some relaxation!
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