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Poet Emily Zuberec discusses how her environment influences her work and why it matters to tell your story.

Spend 35 minutes auditing your screen-based habits and developing a vision for finding more meaning, value, and connection online.

A 2019 New Year's Eve letter for TCI about drawing and videogames, by artist Jeffrey Alan Scudder.

Artist Paul Ramírez Jonas discusses what it means to make work that involves human interaction, the always unpredictable nature of participatory art, and why...

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Friends and collaborators, multidisciplinary artist and producer Delia Gonzalez and artist Eli Sudbrack (of Assume Astro Vivid Focus), interview each other...

The Creative Independent is a growing resource of emotional and practical guidance for creative people, published ad-free by Kickstarter, a public-benefit...

Writer Mychal Denzel Smith talks about uncomfortable self-interrogation, the importance of books as physical objects, and saying the same thing in new ways...

Singer Matt Korvette (Pissed Jeans) on pairing sentiment and sound, being your own best critic, and writing as truthfully as possible about the moment you...

Filmmaker, writer, and artist Angeline Gragasin shares three stories, each of which helped her learn to be resilient in the face of chaos and uncertainty.

Songwriter and artist Karly Hartzman (Wednesday) discusses caring about what you put into the world, having multiple creative outlets, and not getting caught...

BBC journalist and the documentarian behind HyperNormalisation, Adam Curtis, discusses art, individualism, power, myth, and the complications of...

Graphic novelist and artist Josh Bayer on doing the work, staying true to yourself, and not taking anything for granted.

These interviews and wisdom focus on creative anxiety—how it can be overcome, and why sometimes it’s best to just take a break.

Musician keiyaA discusses learning to self-produce, performing despite never being a theater kid, and meaningfulness as a measure of success.

Designer and artist Zoe Minikes discusses creating new spaces, releasing expectations, and the importance of listening.

Musician Nikki Sixx discusses the connection between creativity and sobriety, challenging yourself in new ways, and why most creative stumbling blocks exist...

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Musician Buck Meek (Big Thief) discusses untying a knot inside himself with his writing, creating mental catalysts, swimming in the ocean, and how abstraction...

Filmmaker and actor Desiree Akhavan discusses why you should never wait for someone else to enable you creatively.

Writer Kate Folk discusses the importance of staying curious, respecting a story's will, and living in the future.

Painter Jordan Casteel discusses the process of trying to strike a variety of perfect balances: between work and creativity, inspiration and expectation, and...

Your new creative home in Ireland. A safe, independent space for Irish artists, makers and creative entrepreneurs to connect, learn and grow together - without...

Painter Yuri Yuan on dealing with criticism, painting as a vocation, and creating a space to reflect.

Musician and sound healer Lavender Suarez on setting your intentions, working with your surroundings, and why anywhere can be a healing space.

A pep talk for anyone struggling to embody their identity as a writer, by author and artist Caits Meissner.

Comic book writer and artist Matt Kindt on breaking into the comics industry, writing himself into the Star Wars universe, and collaborating on a graphic novel...

Filmmaker Bing Liu discusses the power of making things, creating intuitively, and the importance of continuously trying to be engaged.

Musician, poet, activist, and artist Moor Mother discusses teaching children to be creative, some possible versions of the future, telling your own story, and...

Nrmal founder Pablo Martínez talks about why he doesn’t use social media, but does meditate, and what he’s learned from starting and running a festival.

Musician Sabrina Teitelbaum (Blondshell) talks about figuring out what you want to make, creativity as digging up what’s already there, and finding the right...

Filmmaker Carlen May-Mann on problem solving, finding your people, and the subversive power of making horror movies.

Comedian Jacqueline Novak discusses the complications involved in writing her first book, ways to trick yourself into being productive, and why it's always...

These interviews, guides, and pieces of wisdom offer insight and perspective on what it means to give or receive an education.

Musician Angela Autumn discusses staying true, managing anxiety, and expressing gratitude for what you can do

Writer Brian Dillon discusses affinity vs influence, reevaluating what it means to be attentive , and retreating in order to concentrate.

Playwright and director Siena Foster-Soltis on adapting a cult classic novel, working with collaborators, and handling controversial material.

Musicians Lira Mondale and Caufield Schnug (Sweeping Promises) on embracing ambiguity in songwriting, finding success on your own terms, and opting not to slow...

Author Caren Beilin discusses seeing comedy in unlikely places, overcoming everyday shame and panic, and what she's learned from her students' impatience.

Drag performer Mama Celeste discusses the way collaboration improves everything, being cringe, and how the party is an art piece.

Musician Trevor Powers (Youth Lagoon) discusses observing your past work and the power of being present with the moment.

My paintings follow specific rules that I follow as I work on them. This sketch shows a chart that starts with two timelines that are contained within a box....

Writer Honor Levy discusses curiosity, using AI, and being careful about what you parody.

Writer Gabi Abrão discusses the internet as art class, manifesting the subconscious with AI, and movement as a way of life.

Visual artist Rachel Youn discusses finding your form, sympathy for the inanimate, and the American dream.

Artist and educator Hiba Ali on asking questions, finding healthier ways to view work, the power of humor, making under-recognized labor visible, and being...

Henry Rollins talks about not labelling what you do, why he’s not interested in advice, the need to make things constantly, and why he’s never had a...

Musician Regina Spektor discusses the malleability of songs, the expansiveness of process, and finding home in your work and community.

Writer Esmé Weijun Wang on the value of being part of a writer's group, working through illness, and what it means to leave a legacy.

Writer and artist Eileen Myles muses on writing rituals, the occasional value of lying, what it means to perform your work, and how to write in the voice of...

Game designer Bennett Foddy discusses his interest in an intuitive creative space, and the importance of being in dialogue with other people in your field.

Writer Nicola Maye Goldberg on making shit up, empathizing with monstrous characters, the importance of deadlines, and focusing on missing information.

Musician Sarah Louise on making music as a creative, meditative, and deeply spiritual process.

Artist and musician Paul Rucker discusses the evolution of his creative process, what it means to engage with painful subject matter, and visual artists have...

Artist and activist Emily Barker on making art about inaccessibility, the need for real friendship and collaboration, and rejecting toxic positivity.

Artist TM Davy discusses what it means to be a painter, the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people, and the complicated pleasures of painting...

Opera Director R.B. Schlather on embracing cycles of nature in his creative work, being patient, and working with extremes.

Illustrator Christoph Niemann discusses making work that's both personal and universal, and the challenge of making your client happy.

Writer Alicia Kennedy on embracing negativity, the perils of a public persona, refusing to please your audience, and the necessity of enjoying one’s own life.

Musician Justin Vernon, aka Bon Iver, discusses the motivation behind the creation of the digital platform PEOPLE, the importance of Ian MacKaye, and why you...

Filmmaker Jim Jarmusch discusses the value of having multiple creative pursuits, the immediate pleasures of making music, and why being a shameless dilettante...

Writer Grace Bryon discusses the freelance grind, her contemplative practice, and rejecting coastal elitism.

Writer, director, and actor Mayumi Yoshida discusses returning to first drafts, giving love to her collaborators, and the distraction-free hours that got her...

Musican Madalyn Merkey discusses collecting PDFs and Cacti, translating an Italian pioneer electronic music text book, how lightweight digital material is, and...

Writer Anna Dorn discusses being prepared for a bumpy path, incorporating feedback, and how anxiety can drive work forward.

Musician Claire Rousay discusses finding inspiration in the mundane, the part of her practice that's just for her, and paying attention to things that are...

Philip Selway (Radiohead) discusses following your collaborator's lead, varying your usual methods, and what you can learn from other people.

Musician Esther Rose discusses valuing the people you work with and leaving behind what doesn't nourish you

Musician and producer Lotic on working through chaos and understanding the creative ecosystems that will help you keep going.

Friends and collaborators, multidisciplinary artist and producer Delia Gonzalez and artist Eli Sudbrack (of Assume Astro Vivid Focus), interview each other...

Norwegian musician Carmen Villain discusses the pros and cons of working totally on your own, the importance of connecting to the joy in your process, and how...

Musician Charlotte Cornfield discusses what honesty looks like in music-making and performance, the ways community influences her craft, and how she writes her...

These interviews and guides offer insights into how other artists have found their voice, and may help you find yours.

Photographer and publisher JOERO (Joseph Rovegno) discusses teaching himself how to sew, finding new methods every time, and staying pure.

Musician and visual artist Casey Spooner on bridging the gap between art and entertainment, and forging your own creative path.

May 1, 2018 - When I started out as a filmmaker 22 years ago, things were much simpler. There was television and there was film. Period. Your work was reaching its audience...

Artist Neesh Chaudhary discusses working and collaborating across disciplines, getting too busy to care about imposter syndrome, and making what you want to...

Alan Sparhawk and Mimi Parker of Low talk about taking radical risks in your work, the challenge of making a living, and what it takes to keep a band going for...

Filmmaker Laura Parnes on working spontaneously, trusting your process, and what success actually looks like.

Creativity guru Julia Cameron on writing one book at a time (58 times in a row), creativity as an antidote to codependency, and learning to listen to the voice...

Podcast host Yasi Salek (Bandsplain) discusses focusing on the positive, not being afraid to put yourself out there, and the power of fandom.

Musician Jordana Nye (Jordana) discusses finding your voice, the value of collaboration, and establishing a healthy approach to social media

Nail Artist Indigo Johnson talks about school, parenthood, opening her own shop, and wanting more than just a paycheck.

Designer Nyla Hasan discusses the life changes that led to her starting her fashion brand (the øther) and the personal story and process behind creating each...

A guide to preserving your work (and your peace of mind) in the digital realm, written by Cedar Pasori and illustrated by Carlos Sanchez.

Writer, Editor, and Silent Barn collective member, Liz Pelly talks about alternative ways to describe D.I.Y. spaces, the hard and often thankless work that...

Writer and poet Maggie Nelson on giving advice, life/art bleed, being labelled a “genius,” and the hard work of finding a form.

A guide to crafting a clear and compelling artist statement by Sarah Hotchkiss, with illustrations by Beena Mistry.

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Architect Sumayya Vally discusses how a layered architectural practice can challenge political narratives and deepen the beauty of this world

Interviews with participants in Basilica SoundScape, a weekend of music, art, and literature co-presented by TCI.

Writer Patrick Cottrell discusses the benefits of working quickly, not getting too wrapped up in the past, and the importance of acknowledging and celebrating...

Urgency Reader 2 began with a 10-day open call on March 18, 2020. It features more than 100 artists and writers.

Musician Perfume Genius (Mike Hadreas) discusses figuring out your artistic identity, learning to collaborate, and transforming ideas into action.

Animator Rachel Larsen (of Tiny Chef) discusses dealing with frustration, collaborating with the right people, and being solution-oriented.

Musician Cakes da Killa discusses remaining open to just doing it, artistic success as business success, and why one repeat collaborator is sometimes all you...

The avatar and artist discusses the process of sculpting a life and legacy as a virtual person.

Musician Georgia Harmer discusses the power of intuition, utilizing your community, and the reality of creating music as a business.

Filmmaker Ali Vanderkruyk discusses working alone, valuing accessibility, and embracing the resources available to you.