One of the reasons I practice the Technology of Creativity is that it keeps my creative pump primed; my creativity in ‘shape’ and fighting fit, ready to launch at any moment, and this weekend, boy did it come in handy… One my creative passions, is that I am a theatre director. Out of the blue [...]
May 23, 2010
I was involved last night in a slam poetry performance. I say, involved, because although I was just an audience member, one particular poet insisted on audience participation. So by default, I was involved. I am normally a little intimidated by this at the best of times, and the fact that I had arrived at [...]
April 13, 2010
I recently met a young man, who was a poet, and even after much persuasion he would not allow me to read or hear his work. I understand. It took me months and years before I finally gathered enough courage to print off a bunch of my poems, and plonk them furtively on the table [...]
April 13, 2010
Who would not want a little more poetry in their life? And I am not talking about drama, I am talking about poetry. And not necessarily Keats either. Living a poetic life is about seeing your life and your work as an Artist. Creating. Why is it that the TV program Masterchef makes cooking enticing [...]
April 13, 2010
As I found myself moving more fully into embracing myself as an Artist, I was plagued with feelings of being an impostor; comparing myself to ill-begotten notions of what true artists are, and being painfully aware that I was not meeting up to my romantic ideals. I found myself under constant self-scrutiny, saying, “this is [...]
March 1, 2010
“I just wanted to acknowledge the learnings and growth I have experienced working with you. I was thinking..wouldn’t it be nice to have someone who loves me for who I am. And I realized I’ve never doubted that with you. And it is quite a gift to give others. So thank you for that.” – [...]
February 28, 2010
Vision: To create a dazzling, poignant entertaining show for Australian audiences. Current Status: I have the bulk of the show written and am looking for a strong, creative, kinesthetic director and a selection of mature sensitive musicians who appreciate performance poetry. I am also seeking a savvy, smart, wise, effective, insightful marketing/PR person who will [...]
February 28, 2010
Vision: To present a regular online radio show where I interview a host of fascinating people about their art, artistry and their creative process. These people may be artists in the traditional sense, or they might not. They may be people who have taken a career or a job and have turned it into an [...]
June 1, 2010