The Creative Spotlight

One of my stage characters is named Sheila, she's obsessed with perfection. Let's be real, she's represents a piece of me who's also hopelessly seeking perfection. Do you have an internal Sheila too? If so, then watch this episode of the Creative Spotlight because we can learn from Sheila's mistakes. Perfection isn't helping your creative craft, it's holding you back. But... there is a way to use your desire for perfection to your absolute benefit. Let's dive into the creative pool together and find out how.

In this episode of the Creative Spotlight, I'll help you navigate a simple but powerful exercise that will propel you into aligned action toward your big creative vision. Is it the right action? Can you actually accomplish your dream? Can "one action" really make a difference? The answer to all of those questions is YES! As always, I'm your creative cheerleader on the sideline, and I believe the world needs your creative vision. So, let's go do our Creative work... together.

This concept absolutely changed the way I view and experience creative work. I used to feel like my dreams and visions were bigger than me, that there was no way I could actually bring them all to fruition. Then something changed - a single word - and I realized my work was easier and more joyful than ever before. And that I truly was capable of creating whatever beautiful vision blossomed in my mind.In this episode, I help you create a subtle but powerful shift that will unlock your ability to bring to life the visions you so deeply desire to create. Let's make the shift... together.

Creatives be like: let me do my thang and don't tell me how to do it. That's often how I am. Creativity needs freedom to flow, but if you intend to monetize your work, thus freeing up more time to create more work because that's what you love doing, then you're going to need a little structure behind that creative freeform workflow. In this episode of the Creative Spotlight, we examine your creative process and see what you need to change to turn your creative passion into a creative income.

Time is the number one limited resource I hear about from the Creatives in my community - "If I just had more time, I could create more of my art work." While there is some truth in that, it's not helpful. In this episode, we look at real world solutions to the time problem, and how you can create as much as you want and it will even come out better if you don't have more time.

In this episode of the Creative Spotlight, I share the wisdom of the great Twyla Tharp. I've been applying her concept to every one of my creative projects for over the last decade. In fact, I don't embark on a new project without it. It's simple, but it will add depth and desired complexity to your creative visions. This is a simple way to get a lot better at your medium.

In this episode of the Creative Spotlight, I share one my favorite lessons I've learned as a career creative. In my immersive theater, we've often found ourselves working on a tiny budget, in limited spaces, with only so many actors, etc, etc, etc. Working with limited creative resources can actually give you an incredible edge as an artist. In fact, it might even make you a better artist than you would be with all the resources under the sun. Let's find out why!

In this episode of the Creative Spotlight, we're turning inward. If you're anything like me - creative and driven - then you've never experienced a shortage of creative ideas, but you've certainly experienced the overwhelm that comes with them. Join me as I share my favorite technique for managing my whirling mind and getting control of my creative visions so that I can actually do the damn thing. Creatives, we've gotta create!

Hey Creatives, you know damn good and well that being a creative is a multifaceted experience, especially if you're trying to monetize your work or scale your artistic career. Not gonna lie, every now and I then, I think quitting is the answer. Big surprise, it's not. In this episode of the Creative Spotlight, I talk about the one cure I rediscover over and over again that always seems to calm the overwhelm and quiet the "should I just quit" blues.

In this episode of the Creative Spotlight, we explore the topic of 'art for sale.' Do we have to give up our deepest creative visions in order to appease the masses? Does our art become less soulful if we sell it? And should we sell it it all? Spoiler alert: if you want to be a professional artist or creative, then yeah, you should sell your art. Let's dive in!

For years I fell victim to the myth that artists should be starving despite their efforts and contribution. When I finally realized that was a limiting belief and not actually true... everything changed! In this episode of the Creative Spotlight we uncover why the myth even exists and how to exist beyond it.

More AI content in your feed? Oh no! That's how I feel anyway. Seems my feed is flooded with made-by-AI or made-by-humans-about-AI content, so why don't I just add one more of those videos to the mix?! 😂 In this episode of The Creative Spotlight, I'm speaking from the heart - not from fear of having my creative job stolen by a bot - to creatives encouraging them to keep creating no matter what! You may see creative roles being taken over by AI, but this video dives into why it's essential for humans to keep on creating.

The answer is likely not what you think, and it might be easier than you realize. As creatives, we produce our most profound and beautiful work when we practice without force. That doesn't mean you can't steamroll from time to time to meet a deadline, or work swiftly simply out of joy. Working without force is a mindset, a feeling of letting go. Listen to this episode to go deeper into this idea. Let's get you on the path to creative productivity!

You've probably been refining your artistic skills for years - your technique if you're a painter, singer or dancer; your voice if you're a writer or musician, etc. But all creatives must master their time management. You might find yourself only thinking about your creative visions but never taking action because you're too busy. You might be in the midst of producing a project that never comes to completion because you've neglected to set a finish date. One way or another, you need a start and a finish - what we call in the theater world: concept to curtain. At some point, it's got to be opening night! Watch this episode to help you get started. Subscribe to my channel to become a part of a supportive community of creatives. And I'll help you apply the highly effective road map used in the theater world to whatever art form suits your fancy!

🎭 My creative expertise hails from the theater and performance world. My husband and I built our business once, then we completely rebuilt it again with the Broadway Model. It is what has allowed us to continually produce new works (which I live for) while still getting paid for the last round of creative expression. This model can be applied to your creative medium too - with just a little creativity. 😉

In this episode of The Creative Spotlight, I share one of my favorite techniques for amping up my confidence when I'm feeling like I'd rather stay in the metaphorical wings of the theater. It takes bravery to put yourself in the spotlight, and that's because being seen is a vulnerable experience. This technique is a quick mindset shift that will help you expand your confidence so you take action on the things that, well, require confidence. Let's dive in!

In this episode of The Creative Spotlight, we talk about the good old 80's movie saying "If you build it, they will come." It sounds lovely, but is it true? I've been working in the theater industry for two decades now, gradually building up my own unique audience of immersive theater lovers. Whatever your medium, for your art to have an impact on someone other than you, you need an audience. Let's get into the mindset behind being seen.

If you’re a creative - of any medium - then you need a circle of support, a community of like-minded souls who also put creative expression at the front of their existence. In this episode of The Creative Spotlight, I kick things off by letting you know my story, where my expertise comes from, and a little about my positive perspective so you can decide if you’d like to be a part of this creative circle. Let’s find out if we’re compatible, huh? On this channel, I’ll be sharing lessons learned from my creative endeavors, practical approaches for you to apply to your creative process, and stories on balancing real life and creative work.

Learn a simple mantra that just might influence your next decade of creative productivity, not to mention the sweet state of your endlessly creative heart. I spent years feeling like my work didn't matter, like my creative contributions were nothing more than a selfish waste of time. Then I shifted this one simple mindset, and I've never felt the same - finally! Instantly apply this simple perception shift to your creative work, and I promise it will impact the important work you are doing now and for decades to come!