The Art Of Being

The Art of Being in Conversation

Conversations About Creativity and Mindfulness

We are all creative beings, but how often do you tap into your creativity? Do you often feel as though you have forgotten how to be creative? What would it look like to create with intention? 

In April and May of 2020, we created a short series on IGTV called The Art of Being in Quarantine. It was an effort to bring more creativity into our lives during the onset of the pandemic, as we contemplated what it means to be a human during difficult times. We found that by intentionally making space for creativity in our weeks, we were able to show up more fully in our lives. The prompts are intended to be playful and straightforward, 10-15 minute activities, for you to engage your creative being. 

We wanted to expand this beyond ourselves, so started the monthly series, The Art of Being in Conversation. These conversations are about creating with intention. Each month we will be talking to a featured guest about what it means to them to be creative. Every conversation will dive into that person’s story and creative process and will end with a prompt or activity that you, as the listener, can experiment with to tap into your own creative being. 

If you try out any of the prompts, please tag us on Instagram @artofbeingexperience or use the hashtag #TheArtOfBeingInConversation, so that we can see your creations!

 

Rediscovering the World

 

Our Creative Prompt:

This prompt was inspired by @justinablakeney, @catecroft, & @melissakaseman 

STEP 1: While you're on a walk, take note to slow down. What do you see? Everything is exciting, look even closer. If you can't go outside, try to observe your surroundings inside in a new way. What do you notice by slowing down and looking around? Look for things that make you smile and bring you joy. 

STEP 2: Collect different items/artifacts/pieces of nature/trash that spark some sort of feeling for you - curiosity, joy, happiness, laughter, confusion, etc. 

STEP 3: Then, look at what you've collected, sort them, make something out of them on the spot, or once you get home - whatever feels fun and creative to you. Creativity is about looking at things from different angles and combining ideas in unexpected ways. Snap some pictures of your final creation(s). You can choose to leave the items you found outside, or take them home. 

NOTE: If you have kids, include them on this prompt. Collect artifacts together and see what you each create. 

 
Angela CravenThe Art of Being in Quarantine