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As the Winter Solstice wraps us in its quiet magic, I've been reflecting on the rhythm of life and the creative process. The Solstice is a perfect moment to pause,...
Author: Joshua Townshend
A Creative Creates
You don't have creative blocks. You do have the blame game going. Let me explain. As soon as you predicate one thing on another—"Now, before I can do this, I need...
Breaking Patterns: For Art & Life!
Breaking Patterns: A Day-to-Day Practice for Life and Art As creatives, we thrive on discovery, innovation, and transformation. Yet, how often do we find ourselves trapped in patterns—those...
The Art of Entering and Exiting Freely
The Art of Entering and Exiting Freely One of the core tools I work with as a creative artist is the ability to enter an exit freely. On the surface,...
Expanding Self-Expression Through Embracing the Ordinary and Non-Ordinary | EP.035
[embed]https://open.spotify.com/episode/5QPetFeZvxHvRIwsL8U5YL?si=RLyTMv2BRECSbTuGYMtYfw[/embed] Today, we'll explore how moving from the ordinary to the non-ordinary can unlock new creative possibilities. From Patterns to Chaos to Growth We all live in patterns. As creatives,...
Breaking Free from Patterns: Unlocking New Possibilities in Creative Expression | EP.034
[embed]https://open.spotify.com/episode/7JFdJCQvnNbWk24qf8Jho0?si=7wAX0NrcRuyTV8LIV3WBYA[/embed] Welcome to The Creative Present! Today, we're diving deep into a topic that hits close to home for many creatives—breaking free from patterns. Whether you're an artist, actor, writer,...
Expanding Self-Expression Through Embracing the Unknown
Today, we're diving into a topic I hold dear: how moving from the ordinary to the non-ordinary unlocks new creative possibilities. Whether you're a writer, actor, filmmaker, or storyteller, this...
The Image Behind the Image: Unlocking the Power of Subordinate Images | EP. 033
[embed]https://open.spotify.com/episode/7N0PmaME813A6Cbh98Nnuz?si=KG5tOqiKTReXv48bYUjD7g[/embed] Welcome back to The Creative Present! I’m Joshua Townshend, your host, and today we’re diving into something essential for all creatives: the subordinate image. Whether you’re an actor, writer,...
Breathing and making Changes | EP.032
[embed]https://open.spotify.com/episode/0PsN7Stbbqg3eyyiA5GqAF?si=dnhsFoywSPuXPpy3Yqfoig[/embed] The Power of One-Minute Breathing: A Practice for Creatives Every morning, I begin with a simple yet profound practice that grounds me for the day: one-minute breathing. This technique is precisely...
A Journey from Self-Conscious to Self-Aware | EP.031
[embed]https://open.spotify.com/episode/06FsOTgUx8T6n0q4kRkqSS?si=AD2zm8f7Q_azWbpPCbdsGw[/embed] Welcome to The Creative Present: A Journey from Self-Conscious to Self-Aware Welcome to The Creative Present, where we delve into expanding your creative self-expression while getting your projects done. ...