Have you ever downplayed your own achievements? Been reluctant to tell people you’re an artist? Have you ever attributed your success to luck, rather than your hard work and natural talent? All of these things are a sign of artist…
Overcoming artist imposter syndrome: six tips to get you started
Three writer craft books that will change your life
The thing about being a writer–or a creative of any kind–is that you never stop leveling up. Every project you create pushes you to be better and grow your skills. As a novelist and screenwriter, I’ve learned a lot from…
Four film festival tips that will make you stand out in the crowd
So you’ve made a movie. Congrats! You’ve been through every stage of production, you’ve created something you’re really proud of, and now you’re ready to share your work with the world. We’ve already talked about how to submit to film…
Four vital things to consider when choosing film locations
A lot goes into making a movie look good, but one of the top things you need to consider are your film locations. Your location affects everything from how your movie looks, to how much it costs to produce, to…
Make a short film by yourself: 5 steps you can’t afford to skip
I’ve written extensively about finding a creative partner and building a creative community, but the truth is, not everyone is lucky enough to have filmmaking buddies who are game to just pick up a camera and make a movie. So…
