Drawing Inspiration 103: Taking Time to Reflect, Brainstorm, Plan, and Create
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Jul 11, 2023 In this episode, the host reflects on their recent experiences and the importance of reflection in the creative process. They discuss upcoming courses on drawing animals in graphite and their participation in an exciting speaking event. The host also shares their experience using new oil brushes in digital artwork and their recent urban sketching session in Ottawa. They reflect on receiving a parking ticket and discuss their future plans for creative projects, including Patreon and Discord.
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Use Mind Maps To Plan Creative Roadmaps
- Use summer breaks to brainstorm and plan long-term creative goals with mind-mapping tools on iPad.
- Mike uses iOS Freeform to map 12–24 month plans, course materials, reference photos, drawings, and recording schedules.
Swap Physical Perks For Exclusive Video Content
- Rethink membership perks to prioritize sustainable digital rewards over physical goods.
- Mike plans to replace prints/stickers with exclusive Patreon video content and make full-length Instagram drawings available there.
Offer Monthly One To One Mentorship Tier
- Consider a premium tier offering monthly one-to-one chats for mentorship or creative feedback.
- Mike is open to a higher Patreon tier for a monthly conversation if enough people express interest.