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Am I Writing to Find Myself or to Prove I Exist?
What does it mean to write? As a poet, a writer, a student, a woman — well, honestly, I don’t know. I simply and physically cannot answer that question. Writing to me feels like the one thing I can never quite own, constantly slipping through my fingers like the sticky slime I used to construct…
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Why perfectionism is killing your creativity
Creativity is not a state of achieved perfection; it’s a willingness to dialogue with chaos, to dance on the edges of the abyss of “I don’t know”. When I was 11 years old, I wrote a poem about Brazilian folklore legends for a Portuguese class. When it was time to hand out the assignments, my…
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Does Pain Make Great Art? Challenging the Starving Artist Trope
We’ve all heard the stories—Van Gogh cutting off his ear, Sylvia Plath’s tragic end, the countless artists who struggled with hardships and emotional disturbances which led them to create timeless masterpieces. The stereotype that suffering fuels creativity has been around for centuries. But is it really true, or just another harmful romanticized myth? The Problem with the…
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The Intersection of Creativity and Technology: How AI is Shaping the Creative World
In recent years, we’ve seen a remarkable transformation in the creative landscape, largely thanks to technological advances, especially artificial intelligence (AI). Artists, designers, musicians, and writers are now exploring new horizons in their work, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From AI-generated artwork to automated musical scores and innovative storytelling, the blend of creativity and…
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Tarot as a Work of Art: A Journey Through Iconography
Want to know what’s coming in your near future? What feelings does he have for you? Why is your present the way it seems? Tarot might have some answers. Divination tools are nothing new, for thousands of years the human race has tried to discover what’s coming, and, as a tarot reader myself I have…
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The Evolution of Horror: From Haunted Castles to Real-World Nightmares
Psycho (1960) Dark castles, ghosts rattling chains, and quicksand. Classic ingredients for a good old-fashioned horror story. But, like every recipe, horror is also not static. Over time it crumbles, learns from its ups and downs, and remodels itself. Horror evolves with our fears. When Gothic mansions and carriages were a thing, a ghost trapped…
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Transcending Language: The Silent Revolution of Visual Art
In an age where words often divide and digital cacophony fragments our shared experience, a silent revolution unfolds—one that speaks in colors, shapes, and textures. This revolution is the language of visual art, a universal tongue that transcends borders and cultures, uniting humanity in a dialogue beyond words. The Symphony of Silence Imagine walking into…
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When art meets nature: Monet’s contribution to Impressionism Movement
Woman with Parasol, Monet (1875) The Life of Impressionism’s Master Claude Monet, born in 1840, was a French painter who became one of the most significant figures of the Impressionist movement. His childhood was relatively simple; growing up next to the port of Le Havre in Normandy, he was passionate about being an artist from…
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The Ethical Dilemma of AI-Generated Art
Whether in digital galleries, book covers, advertising, or even traditional art, artificial intelligence is already part of our world. For some, it is a tool that enhances creativity—a silent collaborator offering extra help when inspiration fails. Others, however, view this little extra help with skepticism. The debate surrounding AI in creative fields is both valid…
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Masterpieces We Will Never See: Lost Artworks of History
Artemisia Gentileschi (Rome 1593-Naples 1652) Throughout history there have been countless artworks which have captivated audiences for their imagery and profound messages. These pieces offer a window into their creators’ aspirations, as well as tell the stories of the times they inhabit. Yet, some of these iconic works have been lost to time, leaving only whispers…
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