Win The WAR of ART & Unlock Your Creative Potential | Steven Pressfield
Steven Pressfield, author of “The War of Art” shares how to tap into your creativity and unlock your full potential as an artist. He discusses the source of inspiration, sharing how he views ‘the Muse’ and how we can fine tune ourselves to tap into it more. He unpacks how to find your voice as an artist and know yourself through each piece of work. He discusses the #1 thing that keeps creators from achieving their potential: fear. Explaining that fear is a sign that we’re on the right path, and how we can transform this fear into a masterpiece. Him and André also discuss what distinguishes an amateur from a pro, balancing business and creativity, and our responsibility as artists to share our work.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
How to Unlock Your Creative Potential as an Artist
Get Inspired, Listen to the Muse
Creativity is a practice of continually tuning into a greater source of inspiration, which Steven calls ‘The Muse’. By committing to this process and showing up every day, you strengthen your connection to that Source.
Move Past Resistance & Fear
Fear is the #1 thing that holds artists back and often it’s only ourselves that stand in the way. Steven says that the best ideas always come with fear, and learning to overcome it is an essential part of the creative process.
Go From Amateur to Pro
Shift your operating system to view your work as a pro even if it’s not your full-time job: stay committed, keep going.
MERGE BUSINESS & ART
As artists, we are the voice for our creations. Don’t be afraid to market your work and ask for what it’s worth.