Inspired Creativity: Insights from experts on the psychology of creativity

by Val Andrews

In this, the fifth book in the series, the author explores inspiration - what it is, where it comes from and how to work with it. From art and nature to childhood memories, the author explains how we can draw upon real experiences and process them in a way that is uniquely our own to generate ideas for our creative projects. Written for people with an established creative practice, or a deep yearning to embrace one, this book is alive with insights and techniques for working with dreams, the active imagination and synectics for breaking through creative blockages, getting into the zone and working magic.

92 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 28, 2019

About the author

Val Andrews is a visual artist and author of books about creativity and the craft of writing. The books in her series: "Inspiration for Authors" are supported by contemporary research, examples from critically acclaimed works, and practical writing prompts. They have been enjoyed by novice writers and professionals alike. The books in the series are:

1. Sensory Writing: How to Write Unforgettable Stories by Using Sensory Detail
2. Creative Nonfiction: How to Blend Reality and Imagination in Your Writing
3. Travel Writing: How to Write About People, Places, and Experiences From Your Travels
4. Epic Adventures: How to Write the Best Adventure Stories of all Time
5. Eco-Fiction: How to Write Amazing Stories Inspired by the Natural World
6. Science Fiction: A Comprehensive Guide to Writing 30 Subgenres
7. Sci-Fi Romance: Master the Art of Writing Science Fiction Romance
8. Paranormal Romance: How to Write Enchanting Stories of Love That Transcend Realms

The books in her "Inspiration & Creativity" series are the result of many years of research, interviews with creative people, and delivering workshops to people who want to unlock their creativity. These books have helped readers find new sources of inspiration, navigate their own creative processes and see their creative projects through to completion. They have been enjoyed by novice creatives and experienced creatives alike.

Learn more on the author's website: https://opaltreepress.com

Reviews

[Michael Cook · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ignite the artist within

This is one of five books in a ‘Inspiration & Creativity’ Series by Val Andrews. Unlike the previous books, this one focuses on inspiration. From the psychoanalytical to the practical, this is a quick read. It explores the sources of inspiration from your five senses, highlights the value of dream journals, reviews Jungian analytical psychology, confronts your inner critic, explains the neurological processes of Synesthesia, explores the creative zone, and several other motivational creativity topics. If you like books about the creativity process, then this book is for you. Also, the author lists 18 books in the reference section for further reading.

[Val Andrews]

This is the fifth book in the author's series of books about inspiration and creativity. It provides a comprehensive summary of contemporary thought and research findings on the creative mind.The author explores what inspiration is, where it comes from and how to work with it. It was written for people with an established creative practice, or a deep yearning to embrace one.