Finding creative inspiration in the graphic design of Alan Fletcher
I find oodles of inspiration and fresh ideas in the field of graphic design. These are examples of the work of Alan Fletcher, who is…
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Finding beauty in the unexpected: A pomegranate’s story
A friend took this photo of a pomegranate on the tree in front of my house. It had been looking sad and neglected—for some reason,…
Exploring creativity with Alan Fletcher’s Picturing and Poeting and my upcoming Painted Word class
My new favorite art book is Picturing and Poeting by the renowned graphic designer Alan Fletcher. British writer Fiona MacCarthy offers an intriguing insight in…
Awakening through creativity: Lessons from Isamu Noguchi
Isamu Noguchi, the celebrated Japanese American artist and landscape designer, once described the creative act as a process of awakening: “I don’t think art comes from…
Learning to draw: Unlocking creativity with Betty Edwards’ right-brain techniques
I’m learning how to draw, and let me tell you—it’s nothing like I expected. Drawing doesn’t require years of art classes or fancy tools. According…
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