Grief is a universal emotion. Everyone experiences grief at some point in their life, and therefore it makes sense that many works of fiction explore the topic of grief. But how does one go about writing grief in fiction? Regardless…
How to set boundaries with yourself
How to set boundaries with yourself Most people have ways in which they want to grow and improve themselves. Maybe you want to save more money, exercise more, or spend less time scrolling your phone, but you struggle to make…
Should you only write what you know?
Should you only write what you know? In recent years, there have been many conversations about if writers should only “write what they know.” It’s a complicated conversation, full of nuance and difficult emotions. While I can’t pretend to have…
Learning from rejection
Being an artist comes with a lot of rejection. It can be discouraging and difficult to deal with. For me, rejection was devastating when I first started pursuing art professionally. I worked hard to learn how to cope with rejection,…
September resource round up: self care
This month, for the September resource round up, we’re doing something a little different. If you know our brand, you know we’re always really interested in artistic wellness. That’s why this month, instead of sharing filmmaking resources, we’re sharing free…
How to plan a writing retreat
How to plan a writing retreat Writing retreats can be a beautiful, restorative, and extremely productive experience. They can also be expensive, which is why many writers plan their own. Writing retreats can take many forms, and as long as…
Creative wellness: 3 tips for a balanced artistic life
Creative wellness is so, so important. If you’re not taking care of yourself, how can you expect to take care of your art? Sure, there are going to be times when you’re not able to find the perfect balance of…
