Create an Atmosphere

Big 3 Ideas Why do you make art? For most, it is because of how it makes us feel. Obvious? There may be more to it. In this episode I start out with a quote from David Lynch about his creative process; so inspiring it is to all artists who are looking to make something truly unique. 3 Pillars of a Creative Life: 1. Create an Atmosphere (this episode); 2. Make Decisions (next time); and 3. Walk the Path (upcoming) Create an atmosphere in your brain, your studio, your business - of creativity, positivity, and support James McNeill Whistler's Nocturne in Black and Gold was ahead of its time, an abstraction of a night scene on the river, but more than that, it captured a feeling of London during the late 1870s, of melancholy and beauty, color and light. How do you create the atmosphere in your mind, your studio - and your business - that you want to create. Isn't this why we make art, after all? When you can do this as an artist, you've started on the path of understanding the power of art to transform emotions and lives. * Each week, artist and art & business coach Shannon Borg explores an idea that relates both to art and to business. By making these connections, Borg helps her artist clients discover more unique and innovative ways to nurture both their creative process and their entrepreneurial ventures. Find full show notes at https://www.metaphormindset.com.