By Jan Gutowski, Creativity Coach Did anyone else hit a brick wall this week? When stress levels are high, often creative block follows. In these times, we are often forced to take time out to re-evaluate, re-establish and reconnect with our creative energy. This sometimes includes taking a deep breath, letting it out, (repeat) and... Continue Reading →
When we slip, we gotta breathe (and then get right back up!)
By Jan Gutowski, Creativity CoachMarch 7, 2021 Okay, this has been a week... One which felt like the camel's back finally broke; and which all the rocket fuel which has gotten me this far, finally just sputtered and dissipated, leaving me running on fumes. Yes, I shed MANY tears, and felt like I was not... Continue Reading →
Are you living your dream now?
By Jan Gutowski, Creativity CoachFebruary 21. 2021 So this question might be a head-scratcher for some, since many of us envision a different scenario than the one we presently reside in. The reason this question is so important is because the dream journey is an ongoing one. We rarely hit a "finish line" where all... Continue Reading →
Using watercolor to wash away the wretched woes
By Jan Gutowski, Creativity CoachFebruary 9, 2021 Oh boy, did I ever need some creative therapy time this week! Isn't it funny how we can be feeling all about it one week, and then dive in head-first into a low-vibe sewage trench the next? I guess being able to identify our individual triggers is the... Continue Reading →
Gravitate toward environments which inspire you! (and draw some zentangles!)
By Jan Gutowski, Creativity CoachFebruary 1, 2021 It can become challenging to maintain a high-vibe creative flow when we allow ourselves to get sucked into the vortex of negative energy. No environment is perfect, of course, but if you begin to see trends happening around you that begin to work against the positive creative energy... Continue Reading →
The power of taking in some fresh air and fresh art!
By Jan Gutowski, Creativity CoachJanuary 24, 2021 After a long and VERY tiring week at my day job, I had made no other plan today than to just sleep in and get my head back into a high-vibe space. Instead of being a recluse and calling it a jammy day, I forced myself to get... Continue Reading →
Whimsically-gothic art… Not morbid, just some dark-ish fun!
By Jan Gutowski, Creativity Coach So my last blog post was in regard to leveraging my mom's creativity (I also mentioned that she passed away this year), so I hope this latest piece does not come across as morbid. I really LOVE mixed media, and in this piece, which I call "Flight to the Afterlife",... Continue Reading →
Remembering my mom’s creativity as we journey into 2021
By Jan Gutowski, Creativity Coach So many of us are still reeling from the craziness of 2020; so as we reflect on the things we have lost (or gained) over the course of the past year, it is important to remember the power of gratitude for even the smallest accomplishments, joys or learnings. This year... Continue Reading →
Using creativity to get through tough times
By Jan Gutowski, Creativity Coach Sometimes it is hard to remember what life was like before COVID-19 drastically changed our world. In looking back, I find many silver linings. The additional time alone without the hustle & bustle of what I previously knew to be normal helped me to spend that much-needed time alone with... Continue Reading →
Themed paper mosaic bottles – an easy & relaxing activity!
By Jan Gutowski, Creativity Coach One of the easiest things for me to hoard are interesting jars and bottles. I try to keep this vice at bay, but when I come across something that looks interesting or different, I immediately see a project coming on. One of my favorite and most relaxing projects (not to... Continue Reading →
Creatively Your Best Self! 