Photography isn’t a job for me, so I don’t feel any pressure to constantly produce. That takes away the usual worries about motivation. My wife has a great way of describing the creative process: know the challenge, understand the challenge, and then wait for inspiration. I’ve found that to be true.
I’m also an avid cyclist and runner, which gives me plenty of time for that “wait for inspiration” stage. Ideas tend to show up naturally when I’m out moving, thinking, or simply letting my mind wander. Creativity comes more easily when there’s no deadline attached to it.
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