Thursday, October 4, 2012

List it Tuesday Again!

Catching up with List it Tuesday - Here's this week's list - things you can do in 15 minutes to boost your creativity:

  • sit quietly and reflect on the blessings in my life;
  • go outside and take a walk in nature;
  • create a background wash in my journal;
  • make a zentangle or doodle;
  • watch a "how to" video on You Tube -- so many wonderful artists great tutorials... check out Julie Balzer's tutorial using the cloud stencil I used above; and this great canvas tutorial by Ronda Palazzari;
  • Carve a stamp - if you don't know how, check out this video;
  • throw some veggies and broth into my crock pot so there's dinner later!;
  • use some of Jane Davies' scribble paint techniques to make my own collage paper;
  • go through magazines and clip images for collage and inspiration;
  • write someone a thank you card or note to say hello or sorry or something loving;
  • turn on music and dance around or sing really loud;
  • shift my perspective by standing on my head, doing a handstand, or just hanging off a chair or the bed!;
  • jump on the trampoline;
  • do a sun salutation or two;
  • take a cat nap! 
There are so many more, but these were the first ones that came to mind.  How about you - what are some quick and easy creative things you do, or things that nurture your creativity?

Here's a great TED talk video on building your creative confidence.  You can watch it in under 15 minutes!


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28 comments:

  1. I love the shaped stencil idea! I think a few people will be taking a little time this weekend to paint pages : ) Beautiful page!

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  2. These were some great links you shared. Thanks!!!

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  3. Thank you for sharing Jane Davies' link! Another new thing to try!!

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  4. awesome!! love your style! totally fresh and energetic -- and great ideas, too!

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  5. Great post, Jessica! Wonderful ideas. I think we sometimes forget how many meaningful things we can do in 15 minutes. Thanks for sharing the video, too!

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  6. Love your list Jessica and down with everything but standing on my head or attempting a handstand . . . either would surely be my demise! Love your work :)

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  7. Some wonderful ideas here, and some great links. Thanks for sharing!

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  8. Love your suggestions and love your page!

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  9. Wonderful list in the clouds!
    Walking through nature is one of my favorites.
    ♥♥♥
    Happy PPF!!
    Mary
    Mixed-Media Map Art

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  10. Thanks for the intro to Artsyville and the beauty of a good list. I've always made them and kept them and loved them, so I appreciate the chance to have yet another reason to make a list. I've been a lurker at your blog for quite awhile but had to let you know I'm looking forward to joining in the list league! :)

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  11. This page is special! Thanks for the reminder.

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  12. Thanks for ideas, not too sure about standing on my head though. Love the yellow in your page.

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  13. Lovely ideas! Let's see, perhaps chat either via the telephone or email with an artistic friend for feedback on a project? I find sometimes getting input can jump start my creativity...

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  14. Great list and page! I will come back for the ted video very soon! So much inspiration here!! Good job!

    Hugs Giggles

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  15. Great idea about the youTube pick! I enjoy watching youtube and you're right about the time - 15 minutes is good. {:-D

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  16. Great list! I enjoyed that video. I'm leaving your page very inspired. I think I need a list like that! Happy PPF

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  17. Wonderful list, I'll try some of those and watch that video asap, very inspiring! HPPF!

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  18. What a cute page and list. I felt like I was sitting outside looking up at the clouds. So cute. So many great ideas on your list. Thanks for sharing.

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  19. Wonderful page list...wonder if I could draw while jumping on a trampoline?

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  20. Beautiful page and such an interesting post!Thanks for sharing!

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  21. Such a beautiful journal page, Jessica. The cloud stencil idea is a great one. I enjoyed reading your 15-minute ideas... I am so happy there is this brand new challenge.

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  22. great list. i love the fact that it includes plenty of ways to rejuvenate your mind and body for creativity.

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  23. Wow you are quickly back to living and a fantastic post. Great meeting you too! Love the photos.....takes me right back.....glad I can read your blog on a regular basis now. xox

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  24. Wow you are quickly back to living and a fantastic post. Great meeting you too! Love the photos.....takes me right back.....glad I can read your blog on a regular basis now. xox

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  25. I remember those days when I did all those things. . . it was fun. Great post. Blessings, Janet PPF

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