One question. What’s the biggest thing you’ve learn about creativity? Stephen Proctor answers: “Be generous with my art and go beyond self-expression. Be simple yet place hidden depths throughout.”
My take: First, generosity. There are artists who create for themselves. Then there are artists who create for the world. Which do think is more valuable?
When we create for others we become bigger than ourselves. We get out of our heads and create to impact others. It’s not all about us. The world needs less ego-centric artists.
Part of creating for others means we make it simple. We make it accessible. When things are too complicated people can’t relate. Start with simplicity. But don’t stop there!
Add layers of depth. Create a space for people to explore. This is what separates good work from great work.
About Community Pool:
These posts are all about drawing from the creative community. Every creative has a unique perspective. When we share in others’ perspectives our own creative lens gets wider. So I ask one simple question of creatives. I share it with you, then I unfold it.
About Stephen:
Stephen is a VJ, media producer, and projection artist whose primary focus is designing and curating visually immersive experiences for live events. He lives in Nashville, but his relationships and events keep him traveling all over the world. He is co-owner of Grateful Inconvenience, Inc., a production company that focuses on visual storytelling through film, atmospheric design & media. He is also a partner in the Vigilante creative collective.
If you haven’t already, you should read “Linchpin” by Seth Godin.
[Amazon link]: http://amzn.to/p5xe9y
He talks about artists being generous with their art.
Good stuff.
I’m checking it out as we speak. 🙂
If you haven’t already, you should read “Linchpin” by Seth Godin.
[Amazon link]: http://amzn.to/p5xe9y
He talks about artists being generous with their art.
Good stuff.
I’m checking it out as we speak. 🙂