Finding Inspiration: Where Ideas Are Born

The Inspiration can't leave you when is in you.

Inspiration has always been my companion, from the moment I could hold a crayon. As a child, I found wonder in the simplest things—a crack in the wall could tell a story, a cloud could transform into a dragon. But it wasn’t until recently that I realized these moments of creativity weren’t random. They were the result of practices I’d been unconsciously following all my life.

When people started asking me, “How do you find inspiration?” I didn’t have an immediate answer. So, I began writing. What started as a personal reflection turned into a full-fledged book: "Finding Inspiration as an Artist: 6 Practical Pathways to Ignite Creativity." In my research, I discovered that many of my habits mirrored those of famous artists. The realization blew me away: creativity isn’t just a gift; it’s a practice.

Since publishing the book, I’ve begun following the recommendations and exercises more deliberately, and the results have been astonishing. My creativity has soared to levels I never imagined possible.

Some of these practices fall under self-care:

• Luxurious baths where ideas bubble up like foam.

• Meditation sessions that clear mental clutter.

• Quiet moments with nothing but my thoughts.

• Yoga to connect body and mind.

  
  

Others are intentionally directed at creation:

• Keeping an idea journal to capture fleeting thoughts.

• Daily walks in nature, where inspiration greets me with every rustle of leaves.

• Experimenting with new materials and techniques.

• Observing life with an artist’s eye, sketching or writing about everyday moments.

• Committing to create something every single day, no matter how small.

  
  

Whimsical toy art piece featuring a joyful character dressed in starry pajamas, accompanied by a golden trombone and surrounded by playful stars.

Currently, I’m pouring my creative energy into a deeply personal project: a custom toy for my son. He’s a unique kid, uninterested in conventional toys, so this Christmas, I wanted to give him something extraordinary. I started by exploring his interests—the Astros, music, and adventure stories—and merging them into a single concept.

The process has been exhilarating. From sketching the character to modeling it in 3D and now printing and painting, I’ve rediscovered the joy of creating something truly one-of-a-kind. It’s a reminder that inspiration is everywhere—sometimes, it’s in the people we love most.

Here’s an exercise from my book to help you ignite your creativity:

1. Take a blank sheet of paper and draw a circle in the middle. Write “Inspiration” inside it.

2. Around the circle, jot down places, activities, or objects that make you feel alive and curious. These can be as simple as “a morning coffee” or as grand as “traveling to new cities.”

3. Connect each word with lines, adding branches that dive deeper into why these things inspire you.

4. Choose one item from your map and commit to exploring it this week—whether it’s visiting a place, trying an activity, or simply observing an object more closely.

   
   

If this exercise sparks something within you, imagine what you could achieve with a structured approach to inspiration. In my book, "Finding Inspiration as an Artist: 6 Practical Pathways to Ignite Creativity," I share the tools and exercises that transformed my creative process—and they can do the same for you.

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