Creative blocks come from routine. They come from all-too-familiar thoughts. We can’t get out of our heads and think of something new. But think about your creative heroes. That artist you admire…they seem to be different. Somehow they create things that baffle the mind and inspire the heck out of you.
Note: No artist is above creative blocks. Every artist deals with them and overcomes them different ways. But that’s not what this is about.
This is about temporarily borrowing your favorite artist’s genius. Imagine a Freaky Friday accident where you swap places with your favorite artist. They’re using your tools and tactile skills to create art. What would they do with this project? How would they accomplish this task?
Unfortunately, that Freaky Friday stuff doesn’t happen too often. But you can artificially channel your favorite artist.
Imagine how they would tackle the project. Then do that!
This isn’t about copying someone’s work. This is about seeing the world through their eyes. Each artist has their own eyeglasses they view the world through. Pick an artist and sport their glasses for a day. Your creative block will melt away as you get outside inspiration from your heroes.