Friday, November 25, 2011

Creativity Tip: Bring Color and Design Into Your Environment

Items on my desk
As a writer and artist who works from home, I thrive on color and having space to think and write. When I first moved back to San Diego from college, I lived in a small studio apartment in downtown, so making sure that my living environment was conducive to my creativity was a top priority. That meant having comfortable sofas and chairs, displaying my art everywhere to add color to the walls, and having a clean and well-organized work space. It’s hard for me to focus with a cluttered desk!

If you’re a visual artist such as a painter, designer, or photographer, you probably already have a very colorful living environment. I feel more alive and inspired when I’m surrounded by color. For those of you who want ideas on how to bring more color and design into your living environment, here’s some inspiration...
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