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]]>Adam J. Kurtz might just be the cure to our problems. A semi Instagram therapist, he’s known for his dark but honest humor, sharing tidbits of advice for his huge following (on Instagram alone Kurtz has amassed some 310k fans). Outside of Instagram, he’s also the author of a book dedicated to life advice for creatives (though non-artists like us can also benefit from his sound advice). His planners are also quite a hit.
“Creativity is a huge, giant word,” admitted Kurtz in an interview with the Creative Independent. “I don’t think creativity is inherently good. I don’t think it’s inherently anything. Actually, I’m not even sure if creativity is the drive to make things, or if it’s the mechanism that allows us to make things. It’s so big, and the word means so many different things to different people.”
According to Kurtz, creativity is not a magical skill that you have or don’t have. In fact, everyone is creative: “I think creativity is one of the big, vague things that we all have that manifests itself in very different ways.”
It’s his positive (but realistic) outlook on life and creation that makes his social media pages a mecca for people who need a little break from an over-inspired hyper-ventilating feed.
“Sorry I forgot to post an inspirational quote,” reads a recent post of his. “I was busy feeling very depressed.”
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]]>Peter Tarka’s imagined interior landscapes provided us with a source of inspiration. Minimal, geometric, and altogether captivating, they present the ideal home for quarantine and beyond. Tarka’s use of color is also striking, inspiring us to experiment more with pinks and blues when it comes to our homes.
Entirely self-taught, Tarka’s motto (and advice for other aspiring artists) is simple: “Work hard and get enough time of sleep (repeat until the end of your life).”
An award-winning art director, graphic designer, and illustrator, amongst his accolades are a Silver Cannes Lions for Art Direction & Design and a Bronze Cannes Lions for Use of Social Platforms. His unique aesthetic hasn’t gone unnoticed, having collaborated with brands as big as Apple, Google, Instagram, Microsoft, and LG.
But according to Tarka himself, he gravitated towards this minimalist, digital aesthetic mainly because he couldn’t draw without the aid of a computer.
“I started pretty early with Photoshop CS2, which I got from my father’s friend (I’m almost sure this was a pirate copy),” he shared with Medium. “I always liked drawing, so I started creating really simple stuff with brushes etc…”
“In 2011, I started thinking about giving more depth to my illustrations, so I used simple 3D tools from illustrator and then retouched them in Photoshop to give them a more natural feel,” he further explained. “After this I moved onto Cinema 4D, which has turned into my main program along with Photoshop.”
The end result is both captivating and inviting. And while our homes and interiors are far from ideal, Tarka’s digital landscapes are something we can aspire to… at least in theory.
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This seal is one from of my endangered species series. Seals are weird and wonderful creatures, whenever I’m in a Cornwall I love seal spotting on the cliff tops. Unfortunately our arctic seals are in danger of decline with the climate warming and the ice melting away. #climatechangeisreal“Living in the heart of the countryside, I can’t help but draw inspiration from all around me,” the artist shared on her personal website and added that she has a huge passion for the animal kingdom and the natural. “I work from my cottage studio, with my 4 lovely chickens and the beautiful Somerset countryside, providing a nice distraction now and again!”
Baranowska shares her creations on both Instagram and her website and she’s also available for commissions. She explains that she cares about the environment, so all of her cards and prints are printed on FSC sustainably sourced paper.
We really enjoyed browsing through her Instagram page and we believe that you will enjoy it, too. Follow her for future updates.
To save the planet we all have to work together. Start yesterday 
With thanks to the hosts: @hollymaguireuk @asiaorlando_ @belliesartboutique @corahlouiseillustration @dancelstudio @elenig @julika.illustration @lizarusalskaya @rachel_winkle Also thanks to @onetreeplanted for sponsoring this challenge 
I’m also wearing a bright red jumper and planning on baking some ginger bread later on. Anyone else having a festive weekend? This little robin is here to let you know that there’s still time to buy cards and gifts for your loved ones! The last postage date in the UK is the 18th December!
Share it, love it, protect it. 
and I couldn’t be more excited! What’s your favourite part? Mine is a tie between long days in the kitchen baking and putting up the tree! Look at these festive chaps, they’re surrounded by all the Christmas fun and are available on cards in my Etsy shop!
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] #thatpastelcolourpalette #fashionprint #louisekörnerBut growing up, Körner didn’t actually imagine she would grow up to become a fashion designer. “In later years I actually thought I was going to study architecture or product design,” she told The Smoke Detector, admitting that she didn’t know if she “had the eye for it.” “However, after my Foundation year at Central Saint Martins they said I should specialize in fashion and fashion prints, and that’s how I got into fashion design,” she recalled.
Much like her balanced designs, when it comes to her work philosophy balance is key. “It is a very tough industry and people are going to criticize your designs,” she reflected on the fashion industry. “It is a lot of pressure (especially starting your own company) and it’s an intense schedule during the whole year. That’s why it’s important to find balance.”
With inspiration stemming from conceptual themes as well as architectural perspectives, her collections have been featured in esteemed fashion magazines, as well as adorned by celebrities.
Follow her Instagram page for a healthy dose of Nordic grunge.
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