George Orwell is widely regarded as a literary pioneer, and for good reason. His keen awareness of social injustice and opposition to totalitarianism, largely inspired by the time he spent in Burma as an English soldier and policeman, have...
The genre of science fiction is used to satirically reflect modern-day society. The most skilled authors do this while crafting fantastical stories, set in other worlds or future eras, that also stand on their own as readable works of...
In the arts, we often to refer to "the muse" as this mythological source of inspiration, one that is often just out of reach. When we are able to tap into it we are able to reach great creative...
An industrial building in California, a field of wildflowers in the Pacific Northwest, a farm in Louisiana or a lush garden in Ohio: all connected by the metaphorical thread of a teal dress. Earlier this year, eleven photographers, eleven daughters,...
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December 1st is Museum Store Sunday – a special day to promote and celebrate the diverse shops at museums and institutions around the world. If you’re not already familiar with this occasion, be sure to visit museumstoresunday.org...
The start of a new season can bring lots of reasons to put pen to paper. From cosy nights journalling by the fire to long crisp walks for inspiration, there are plenty of ways to channel your creativity this...
Living a creative life requires constant care and nourishment, the right amount of digging deep and letting things flow, holding on to ideas and releasing them. It might feel exhausting. Yet, in the words of Maya Angelou, “You can’t...
January usually comes with a long list of resolutions that may include picking up a new skill or honing an existing one. As the year progresses we might be tempted to drop this resolution, but it’s important to remember...
Name: Linda Shackelford
Age: 31
City: Auckland
Country: New Zealand
Places: I’ve lived in the UK, Ireland, Canada and Australia but spent most time in the beautiful surroundings of my homeland, New Zealand. I’ve travelled extensively around Europe, to countries including the Netherlands,...
When our hearts are heavy, making art can inspire others, raise awareness or simply bring a respite. Art can create space and compassion; it can be a conductor for connection. As we continue to see the devastation happening in...