Exploring The Artist’s Way
Working through The Artist’s Way greatly expanded my concept of myself as a writer, and shed light on the limitations in thinking that had held me back.
I finished my novel! Or have I…?
Ahh… how satisfying; how fulfilling; how triumphant! I’ve just finished my book. This isn’t a theoretical scenario – my name is Bennett R. Coles and I just recently finished writing my latest novel Casualties of War. Or, to be more specific, I just finished getting the whole story down on the page. And this is what I want to talk about today. It’s a very common error that first-time authors make: thinking you’ve finished your book when in fact what you’ve done is finish the first draft.
Sustainable ‘Living’ Architecture
Living Bridges! Watch this amazing video that clearly shows us what humans, in partnership with nature, can do to overcome even the most enormous of obstacles.
Design Innovations: What Our Near Future Will Look Like
The world of design is constantly evolving and every year designers are pushing the limits of imagination. What are the designers up to now? What’s coming up? Here are three design innovations that might be big tomorrow.
Storytelling: Finding the Inspiration
For any aspiring author, there seems to be one piece of advice that is repeated over and over again. Write, even when you’re not inspired.
The Importance of Creative Spaces for Kids
Designing creative spaces throughout your home isn’t just good for your child’s artistic spark – it also creates opportunities for you to share these activities together in a holistic way.
Embarrassment As Motivation
There’s nothing wrong with telling close friends what you hope to do, as they would more than likely offer support and encouragement, but telling everyone, in my opinion, is a bad idea.
Why Do We Design?
It’s the dream of most designers to make good money at what they do, but in reality it’s often a labor of love. I was at a barbecue this weekend when a relative asked me “Why do you work in design when you could be making real money?” This … Read more →
A Clarinet Made From A Carrot?
The internet never ceases to amaze me. In my search for some information on making wind chimes, bamboo organs and aeolian harps, I happened upon what I can only call, a delightful delight! A clarinet made from a carrot by a certain Linsey Pollak.
The Life As A Human Art Gallery
In Support Of The Arts – Life As A Human, the online magazine for evolving minds is excited to announce a brand new site!
