Staying inspired is one of the hardest things to do as a creator. We all go through creative ruff patches and you just have to embrace it. That is part of the art of creating, trying something over and over then you come up with something completely different that wasn't even planned. That is art.
Sometimes in order to stay inspired you just need to take a step back and analyze the situation. A lot of times we get caught up in what we have planned that it just kills our creativity. I know for me one way I stay inspired is watching youtube videos. Whether thats a tutorial or a vlog post, just finding something that will get me off my butt and go create.
Another thing I do is go back to where I was last inspired. If that was at home, looks like I am going home or if I was in Lubbock, I will find some way to go back. Something there inspired me and I want to rekindle that fire.
Inspiration is a huge part of the process and it will become a pain but also the greatest thing once you find it. Sometimes just going back to where you found your passion is where you need to go. Figure out the Why, Why you shoot, Why you live, Why you do what you do. Sometimes and most of the time that is inspiration enough. Your why is powerful, you have to find it first. Your why is a part of your story and can be inspiring to others.
Another way to find inspiration is talking to mentors or become a mentor. For me I have found some of my favorite images taken after I have talked with my mentors and took their advice they know what they are talking about and want you to succeed or they wouldn't have taken an interest in you.
Inspiration is beautiful and can be the one thing that gets you to create the next big thing. Find it and don't let go.
-Evan
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