#CreateForFun

[ancientastimedragoncurse]

[fycuriosity]

I love this quote from tomorrow’s podcast guest, Anne Marie Bennett @annemariebennett520. It sounds crazy, but it’s really, really easy to forget that we do the things we love because we love them and they bring us joy. Human beings are really good at turning things we love into work. We fall into the trap of thinking that we *must* produce something to prove that we’re worthy of the space we take up on this planet, because our culture tells us that productivity is the measure of all value. That’s crazy on multiple levels. We’re valuable because we’re here, not the other way around—and a lot of the time, the things that we enjoy doing are the ones that add the most to others’ lives anyway. If you’ve been pressuring yourself to churn out “good work” at the expense of your enjoyment of the process, I cordially invite you to give yourself a break today and invite fun to visit instead, and keep doing it whenever you start to feel the pressure building up again. (Or just never stop in the first place!) I’d love to hear how that goes for you in the comments—and don’t forget to tune in tomorrow for more! posted on Instagram - https://instagr.am/p/CGSYsUPAOXL/

[creates2findsbykimberlywatts]

To buy or diy isn’t hard for me to decide. Ideas often come from stores and previous purchases. Of items that I’ve enjoyed and want to repurchase but are either no longer available or too expensive. Or I just love the idea to make it myself. Just like these small simple journals we see everywhere. Seemed logical to combine my doodles with some paper and thread to create my version of this useful-to-me thing. #creates2finds #knitterslifestyle #createforfun #healthandhappiness (at Salem, Oregon) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bs1ur-zF7q-/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=db06xxc2jhvo

[flower-power-showers]

I dont normally do people...or art just for myself anymore because I am too busy creating for everyone else...but, here is a girl I just painted...well..just because. #flowerpowershowers #art #watercolors #paint #createforfun #makersgonnamake #whimsicalgirls #creativegirl #makersmovement #creatingmakesmehappy

[carolinehilde]

Currently experimenting with varnish on a dusty canvas revealing the layers of acrylics colours #saturdayfun #inthemaking #createforfun #creasamedi vernis sur toile poussiéreuse qui révèle les couches de couleurs (at Swindon) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqlH7FRAjUM/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1tb5z9per8hrz

[mikepyro]

Processing layers for some presents for friends in distant lands. We use only the best natural sun dried paint possible. 😎 #Graffiti #TheSeventhLetter #StillMakingShit #CreateForFun #GiftsForHungary #WestCoastArtists #AllCapsCollective (at Hollywood) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpceUfPBe7g/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=hc4oxoklfv6a

[burrtiosbooksandbasketball]

Pictured here are Roger the wooden eel that I whittled out of a small branch, his self-portrait, and the tools use to make them both. The reason is, because everyone, even inanimate objects deserve to feel special, and also that art doesn't always need to be taken so seriously. #whittlemethis #createforfun #becauseart #pocketknifelife #scribbleforsanity

[amusedjeningui]

The inside of the sewing box. I used an old lbc box, covered it with #washitapes and #stickers for a fun look. #clarendon#createforfun #becreative #nanayduties #sewingbox #paige #instapic #instaphoto #iphone #becreative #beinspired #createart (at Davao City)

[nomadsrule]

The pen that everyone loves, and for good reason --- Micron Pigma 08... And for good reason. Nice bike lines, easy control. #micron #micronpigma #micronpigma #pen #penonpaper #penshopping #doodle #doodleart #doodling #fun #feellikeakidagain #createforfun #theseareafewofmyfavoritethings #picoftheday #bestoftheday #igdaily #blick #blickartmaterials #artsupplies #artistarsenal #nyc #newyorkcity #newyork #creaturesinmyhead #micronpen (at Blick Art Materials)

[cannatea]

It's a winehouse kinda night. #createforfun

[fycuriosity]

Stephen posted a video to Instagram: NEW PODCAST EPISODE! Anne Marie Bennett @annemariebennett520 joins me to talk about her creative path, from elementary school teacher to novelist, with lots of interesting stops along the way. Among other things, we talk about how much pressure we put on ourselves and how that pressure gets in the way of the creative work we want to do. We also discuss SoulCollage® (@soulcollage_inc), celebrity, and a lot more. Check it out at the link in my bio or your favorite pod catcher, and share your thoughts below! #soulcollage #soulcollage® #fiction #fictionwriter #teacher #creativejoy #lowerthepressure #fictionwriting #createforfun #theater #theatre #writingcommunity #amwriting #fycuriosity #fycuriositypod #podcast #creativitypodcast #creativity #art #makegoodart #followyourcuriosity #followyourdreams #followyourbliss #creativelife #seekjoy #creative #followyourheart #lifeimitatesart #artimitateslife #artist https://instagr.am/p/CGVfPi4AgW4/

[amusedjeningui]

My daughter's sewing box. First off, I'm really happy that her school still teaches sewing. I think this is a very useful skill to learn. Plus, it was a perfect way to be creative with her case, using #washitapes and #stickers. #instapic #instaphoto #beinspired #iphone #createart #sewingbox #nanayduties #paige #becreative #createforfun (at Davao City)

[nomadsrule]

My new favorite pen @pentelofamerica "sign" pen --- this thing is like BUTTA! So smooth, responsive, and can draw different weighted lines for dayyyyyysssss. #thumbsup #iminlove #loveit #pen #penshopping #newyork #newyorkcity #backtothedrawingboard #backtothegrillagain #backtobasics #drawing #drawsomething #illustrator #imback #yeahimthinkingimback #illustration #pentel #pentelsignpen #blick #blickartmaterials #artsupplies #feellikeakidagain #theseareafewofmyfavoritethings #nomadsrule #createartforyou #createart #create #createforfun (at Blick Art Materials)