Hi there, I'm an artist. I generally draw and use markers and colored pencils as my medium. I've been struggling with a creative block for a couple of months now. Do you know any ways to help boost someone's creativity? A numbered list of ten things to try would be helpful. Please don't make it a lot to read though, I get distracted easily.
1. Go for a walk somewhere in town you haven't been to before. Seeing a new place or area could spark some ideas.
2. Visit a museum. You don't have to stick to just art museums, any type will do to engage your mind and imagination.
3. Watch other artists on YouTube. A project someone else is working on might be fun for you to try as well or might give you ideas for something else to experiment with.
4. Visit the library and wander the stacks. You never know what will jump out at you from books. Be sure to spend time in both the fiction and nonfiction sections.
5. Try a medium you don't typically work with. If you are used to working with a specific medium, branch out and try working with something new and see where it leads you.
6. Go to an arts and crafts store. Simply picking up a new sketchbook or other fresh supplies could give your imagination a boost.
7. Ask a friend to request you make them something. Reaching out to others for ideas will get you out of your head and into someone else's ideas, which could be a helpful stepping stone for your creativity.
8. Take a break. It could be that you should give your mind a break from art for a little while to recharge. Focus on other things that interest you or take the time for some self-care.
9. Reorganize your creative space. Clean up and declutter where you typically like to work to freshen things up and provide a "clean slate" to work with.
10. Take a class. Sign up for a community art class, or one for anything else that interests you. Learning new art techniques, or simply learning something new in general can help your mind grow and can supply you with new ideas.