creative inspiration

An illustration of a bunch of mood boards for an article on them.

Why You Should Create a Mood Board

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

Making a visual interpretation of your dreams and goals can be inspiring and motivating.…

November 9, 2020

‘Untouchable’ Is the Inspiration Every Aspiring Writer Needs

Jackie Sizing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Scott O’Connor has a unique and fearless writing style that will immerse you in the novel and make you feel like you’re part of the story.…

August 12, 2020

Illustration of how one might feel while experiencing creative burnout

How To Be Original When You’re Experiencing Creative Burnout

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

Here’s how to find inspiration and rekindle the desire to create for any artistic endeavor, whether it's writing or painting or playing music, after you’ve hit a creative roadblock. …

August 2, 2020

Elizabeth Gilbert Has Great Advice for Finding Creativity During Quarantine

Anna Barnard, St. Olaf College

Sometimes, you're stuck in a rut, but the 'Eat, Pray, Love' author has great ideas on how to dig yourself out.…

June 19, 2020

In an article about curiosity in everyday life, an illustration of an eye behind a magnifying glass

Cultivating Your Curiosity Can Teach You To Value Everyday Life

Karunya Bhramasandra, Stanford University

Even while the world feels unstable, it's important to remain interested in it through knowledge, questions and creativity.…

June 8, 2020

Two blue creatures reading on a picnic blanket in an article about writing

The Myth of Inspiration as the Source of Good Writing

Karunya Bhramasandra, Stanford University

Writing is — and should be — really hard and really frustrating. Otherwise, you’re not doing it right.…

February 27, 2020

4 Ways for Students to Get Creatively Inspired

Lindsey Davis, Iowa State University

When waiting for inspiration to strike is not an option, try these four methods.…

August 2, 2016

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