creativity

This vision of service came to me at the craft fair

Dear Creativity, I went to my third craft fair of the season and uncovered my mission. Each has its unique vibe and flare—hotel lobbies, a small downtown outdoor area, and …

rain drops on porch curtain look through to buildings

Creative spirit doesn’t need perfect conditions 🌧

Dear Creativity, The first big rain of the season caught me off guard and came in and out in a short period. In the darkness of the morning light, I …

5 pictures of human and organic shadow shapes

You don’t have to choose just one future

Dear Creativity, In a couple of weeks, I will present a talk at a local high school for their STEAM week. When I was invited to speak by one of …

Seven different facial expressions of Dr. Abigail in circles

When life splats on your windshield…is it time for a creative pause?

Dear Creativity, To say that we have had a week of ups and downs with each other is very much an understatement. There were the days where I wanted to …

A close-up of a sketchbook showing a hand-painted color wheel and color swatches. Nearby are a paint palette, a brush, and a cup.

Repetition is the mother of all things good

Dear Creativity, I know I can keep it real with you. Being in a generative state is exhilarating. There is nothing more exciting than coming up with ideas and executing …

Knowing when to hold ’em or fold ’em

Dear Creativity, I am writing to you in the middle of a small project turned big project. Okay, it was always a big project and I was going to keep …

Creativity and innovation books stacked in the a box with the titles facing out.

We can’t learn everything and everything is worth learning

Dear Creativity, My number one strength is learning. I am a perpetual student and lifelong learner. Nothing is more intoxicating, inspiring, and illuminating than seeking information in a beautiful academic …

Pitcher upside down in a dish drain. "Abigail Joseph May 2010" is written on the bottom

When life hands you lemons…create a pitcher

Dear Creativity, When it’s taco night, you might as well throw in some margaritas too. After washing the pitcher in which I made the margaritas, I turned it over to …