Category: Stories & thoughts
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Who determines creative mastery?
Pondering the relevance of mastering a creative medium.
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New, but nothing new
The New Humans: Memories of the Future exhibition shows a history and a future of artists in conversation with technology.
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Input and output with AI
A good rule of thumb when using AI tools: put more in than you need to get out.
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An AI-generated zine
Could this be AI’s first zine?
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I Am Not a Robot
When my company gave us a month to build and ship something, I started a project to get out of my comfort zone with AI and creativity. This is what…
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Creating through loss and grief
Thoughts on the creative community in hard times.
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Human creativity in the age of AI
My perspective on the uniquely human aspects of creativity that can’t be replaced by AI.
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Give creativity to gain joy
I was honoured to be invited to give a talk at a local high school for their International Women’s Day assembly. This is what I spoke about.
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A museum homework assignment
I visited the Museum of Contemporary Art here in Sydney, to experience the “Data Dreams: Art and AI” exhibit.
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Creative intentions for the new year
My 2026 resolutions are simple, but I’m hoping they’ll help me fulfil my creative needs for the year.
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One year with my Traveler’s notebook
Reflections on becoming one of those creative people who carries a notebook with them.
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The content marketer’s guide to embracing AI
As creative content marketers, we have the opportunity to shape where and how we use AI.
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Roger Ebert and imposter syndrome
Film critic Roger Ebert doesn’t draw dogs the same way you do.
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A pep talk for the creative struggle
When in the struggle of creative work, it’s easy to lose sight of the bigger picture.
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Why remote work is great for creativity
Remote, asynchronous work can be beneficial for creativity, though it’s not for everyone.
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Creativity in sport
Can sport be creative? From decision-making to flow states, I explore how sportspeople practice creativity.
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Is a craft kit creative?
Musings on cross stitch, creativity, and whether following instructions can still be considered making art.
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Provocative and transformative performance
Can performance change its audience’s attitudes and behaviours? My PhD thesis explores this question, starting from my own experience.
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Doing a creative PhD
Seventeen years after finishing my PhD in performing arts, I finally opened the thesis again. Here’s how I’m connecting the dots between then and now.
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How breaking my nose made me a better basketball player
After 25 years, I returned to basketball in hopes of improving my fitness and meeting new people.
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17 tips for a creative conference talk
Turning speaking into a creative project.
