Canva Even if you don’t pay for Canva Pro, Canva has ton of free graphics that you can use for commercial use! You can also pay a one-time fee to use specific Pro graphics, or try their 30 day free…
How to write an opening scene
How to write an opening scene In my time as a writer, I’ve heard a lot of advice about how NOT to write an opening scene. Don’t start with your character waking up. Don’t start with your character looking in…
How to build a dopamine menu
Building a dopamine menu Do you ever find yourself aimlessly scrolling TikTok or Instagram? Maybe you’re not even really enjoying it, you just find that you’re struggling to look away. Most likely, that’s your brain seeking dopamine; aka the pleasure…
Setting up a cheap and healthy crafty table
Setting up a cheap and healthy crafty table When you’re making a low or micro budget movie, you might not have the cash to hire someone for crafty, but you still need to make sure to feed your people. Here…
How to build self trust
How to build self trust Self trust is a complicated thing. So many people doubt themselves, live with regrets, or don’t feel they have what it takes to follow through on their goals. It can take years to build a…
Planning a day trip to inspire you
I write a lot about how routine is a great way to increase creativity, but sometimes you really need something new in order to get inspired. I’d love to go on a vacation every time I get stuck, but of…
How do you know when a creative project is done?
I hear from artists about this all the time. You “finish” a long-term creative project, except… you don’t feel finished. You keep tinkering, editing, playing with little nit-picky details, and still, you can’t put it away. So how do you…
