Posts by Nicholas Wilton

Have you ever wondered what happens when an artist decides to let curiosity lead the way? This week, we’re diving deep into the world of photographic exploration with Arthur Drooker, a visual anthropologist who’s made it his mission to capture the essence of diverse communities and environments. From photographing skies in Sea Ranch, California, that…

Bonny Snowdon has a unique way of looking at art—she shares how to critique your art without tearing yourself apart, how to be kind to yourself, and how to find joy in the act of creating. Bonny opens up about her journey, and it’s the kind of story a lot of us can relate to:…

You can actively pursue creative breakthroughs by taking deliberate breaks and trying new activities that shift your mindset from stuck to free-flowing. Creative breakthrough is an overflow state—it’s living in higher energy and having more to give of yourself, to your art, to the world. Living in a state of breakthrough requires creating space and…

Have you ever wondered why some creative practices thrive while others falter? The answer might lie in understanding our six essential human needs: certainty, uncertainty, significance, love and connection, growth, and contribution, how they intertwine with our art-making, and how understanding them can lead to a more fulfilling and sustainable art practice. Art is more…