7 stunning paintings you should see in person
Seven of my favourite paintings in the world. Each of them a magical slice of creativity. Each one with a personal story attached.
Tag: #inspiration
10 of my absolutely favourite films – from the sublime to the ridiculous
A list of my ten favourite films of all time. A random mix of documentaries, action movies, comedies and even German cinema.
ART doesn’t need you!
From the archives – A funny pastel drawing by my late father about Art.
Take a leap of faith with your creativity
I’ve been thinking about creative patterns and behaviours a lot recently. So often we follow tried and trusted paths for our creative pursuits. It’s easier. It’s comfortable. It works. But sometimes it’s worth taking a chance. A risk. Doing something a bit new. A bit unexpected. Something that might even be a bit scary. And […]
Elmore Leonard on writing
Elmore Leonard offers some sagely advice about the art of writing.
Kallefornia
I recently had the privilege of going on my first work trip to California since the pandemic. It was a feast for the senses, with rich colours, unique scents, sea breezes, soft sunlight, city sounds, ocean spray and everything else in between. It was a truly rejuvenating experience. I feel lucky to have been able […]
What’s stopping you from creating?
I love these bold, brilliant posters that adorn the walls of Facebook Meta and ask a terrific question, that applies to creative work just as readily as it does to life choices.
A Bob Dylan poem
I recently renovated my office at home and put up my treasured Bob Dylan poster on the wall. Not only is Bob Dylan an artistic hero of mine, he also plays a huge role for me in learning about the craft of great writing. As for the poster; the story of how I acquired it […]
every day I have the blues
It would have been my father’s 77th birthday today. He is gone almost 10 years now. I wrote this piece after BB King passed away and it is as much about my dad as it is about him. When I was a kid we listened to a lot of music in my house. My dad […]
