Six Business Tips for Creatives from Comedian Chris Rock
To be a creative requires the constant practice of studying your craft, and consistently putting yourself out there. For some, it’s easier said than done. Maybe you know the reality of painting for years only to put your brushes away for months before creating another piece of work. Or, after another creative rejection, your […]
“Why Creatives Should Wear Eye Blinders”
Race horses wear eye blinders to remain focused on what is ahead, maintain concentration and reduce the chances of getting startled and making a run for it. Even if your eyes aren’t on the side of your head, donning a figurative pair blinders could be key to maintaining a creative spirit that spurs action. How many […]
What’s New? The Artfullness Project!
Published on: December 20, 2013 @ 1:45 p.m. ET As 2013 comes to a close, I’m launching my passion project, The Artfullness Project, in the new year. The Artfullness Project brings interactive arts programming to the DC-region and beyond that educates, inspires and promotes cross-cultural understanding. We started out providing improv/creativity workshops for arts enthusiasts, […]
If You Think You CAN’T Dance? Think Again!
West African Dance for EVERYBODY Last month, Kwame Shaka Opare and I launched a West African dance class entitled “The Dance of Creativity” at the University of Maryland for the busy professional who could benefit from the arts, and get a much needed break from their ‘inbox.’ We didn’t know if this would be a […]
What’s Your Signature Mark?
I traveled with my family to Uganda for my sister’s wedding. From the pre-wedding introduction (kwanjula) to the actual ceremony, dancing and movement were a consistent theme throughout the festivities. In the clip above, the dancers at the reception provide a great reminder that whatever we do, big or small, we should always leave our […]