Pumping Iron to Build the Creative Muscle
Back in college, I took an art class called “Design & Color.” There were some legit artists who were getting art degrees in my class. However, I wasn’t an artist. I didn’t know about the color wheel or which medium I preferred. To me, “medium” was still a T-shirt size. I was challenged beyond belief and was frustrated several times, but I proved to myself that anyone can be an artist. I never really thought of myself as a creative person either. I tend to lean more on the left side of my brain; it’s more comfortable there. However, just like any muscle, when pulled and stretched, it will grow stronger and surprise you. Taking on the position of editor has challenged me to build my right-side brain muscle. On a regular…
