David Lynch, the legendary director of films like The Elephant Man and Eraserhead, was once asked by Terry Gross on Fresh Air what he does when he makes a movie. After a long pause, he replied, “You know, when I’m making a movie, I don’t know what I’m doing.” Of course, something is guiding him,…
The artist Paul Reynard was once asked, “What is the place of art in contemporary life?” His response: “The question could well be formulated as, ‘What is the place of love in contemporary life?’” I’ve always been captivated by that statement—it says so much about the essence of art and its deeper purpose. Reynard’s writings…
Creativity begins with listening and noticing: What is moving me? What is touching my heart? The process of discovering what we love is about letting the world in—being open to see, feel, and experience it fully. Today, I learned that the great psychologist James Hillman has passed away. His words have always been a source…
We are at our most creative when we actively engage with images. Creative individuals naturally play with mental images—shaping, shifting, and exploring them—no matter their field of work. But research reveals that mental imagery isn’t exclusive to artists or inventors; it’s something all of us use, consciously or unconsciously. Our cognitive systems are deeply rooted…
One of the most rewarding aspects of having a blog is the opportunity to connect with people from all over the world—individuals I’d never have the chance to meet otherwise. Last year, I shared a quote from the late artist Paul Reynard, and just a couple of weeks ago, I received a lovely email from…
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