Commentary Wander

Commentary Wander

Author: Timothy Kimo Brien February 4, 2024 Duration: 22:31

Embracing the Creative Wandering: A Journey Through Artistic Exploration

From taking spontaneous walks to intentionally setting aside time for daydreaming, embrace the unpredictable nature of the creative process. By doing so, artists can tap into a wellspring of inspiration that lies just beyond the borders of the familiar. My wife gave me a box of cards for the holidays in 2022. I was puzzled because they were creativity cards and I thought, what the heck is this, I don't need them. Well, folks, I was wrong and I will attempt to do a card a week and record an episode about how I am utilizing the card I draw every week if you decide to pick up a deck and do these let me know.

Links on Wander

  • Kickstart Creativity
  • Bricolage: In the arts, bricolage (French for "DIY" or "do-it-yourself projects") is the construction or creation of a work from a diverse range of things that happen to be available, or a work constructed using mixed media.

Points to Consider

  • Unlocking Creativity Through Wandering Discover how wandering can unlock your artistic potential. Creative breakthroughs: The surprising link to aimless exploration.
  • The Power of Aimless Walks for Artists Explore the impact of spontaneous walks on artistic inspiration.
  • Wandering Mind, Creative Finds Cultivate a wandering mind for a richer artistic practice.

The Kernel of Wander

Wandering has the potential to invigorate and inspire, to help us see our work in fresh or new ways.

Wander Definitions

Wander : to walk around slowly in a relaxed way or without any clear purpose or direction, to start talking about a different subject from the one you were originally discussing. Source Cambridge Dictionary

Wander Challenge

  • As an experiment, abandon the table or boardroom for a walking meeting and see what happens.
  • Wander into a public space - a store, a library, a post office, or even a courthouse. Be open to the creatures, characters, curiosities, and marvels you may encounter just beyond the next threshold.
  • Go for a walk outside and photograph or list the natural phenomenon you come across. Become inspired by that dandelion stubbornly making space to thrive in the sidewalk crack.

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Timothy Kimo Brien believes the impulse to make things is fundamental, yet so often gets buried under daily life and self-doubt. In Create Art Podcast, he draws from three decades of work across various artistic disciplines to gently dismantle those barriers. This isn't about lofty theory or inaccessible talent; it's a practical, companionable space for anyone who feels that quiet urge to build, paint, write, or perform but isn't sure where to begin or how to continue. You'll hear genuine conversations with creators about their processes and struggles, alongside Timothy's own commentary and ideas for projects designed to spark action. The core idea is simple but profound: to shift the balance from passively consuming to actively creating. Each episode serves as a reminder that the potential artist isn't a distant ideal, but a present reality waiting for permission to work. By focusing on the doing-the small, consistent acts of making-this podcast provides both the tools and the encouragement to move past creative blocks. It’s for hobbyists, aspiring professionals, and anyone in between who wants their leisure time to feel more purposeful and expressive. Tune in for a blend of thoughtful discussion and actionable advice that meets you exactly where you are in your creative journey.
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