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 →
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 →
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 →
Inspirational messages using decoupage
By Jan Gutowski, Creativity Coach The other day, I was cleaning out closets and rearranging, and I came upon an old Walt Disney World "E" ticket in a matte/frame. I love all things Disney, so this is one of many themed items I have collected over the years. All of the changes brought about by... Continue Reading →
“Winter at Grant Elementary School” – Folk Art painting (2012)
Happy New Year! To say that 2019 had been a whirlwind year which also presented challenges in preserving my creative time would be an understatement! I was fortunate to have been part of the opening team of a wonderful offering this summer as an entertainment manager; and for that I am thankful. The greatest lesson... Continue Reading →
A creative gift which helps to rekindle memories, but also still serves a practical purpose.