Complete collection of stories, essays, and reviews
I originally started this entry and had to come back to it to figure out what I actually wanted to say. I've written about expectations before, and I wanted this one to be different.
Have you ever noticed the difference in how we take in different forms of art? From the amount of time we give to honor it, to the senses we use - it's entirely different from top to bottom.
Choosing between seeking approval from others or being vulnerable and authentic in our creative work is a constant struggle. Which matters more?
As a creative who is still maturing as a filmmaker, I often wonder if creating deep, impactful work makes me any less of an artist, or makes my work any less valuable to an audience.
Sometimes I'll come up with an idea for a film that I'd fall in love with, only for someone to suggest changes or not see it the way I do. Is it a bad idea, or does it just need time?
Late night reflections on balancing motherhood with creative ambitions, and the guilt that comes with choosing between the two.
Balancing motherhood and creativity has been its own kind of production. A transparent look at the pre-production, production, and post of creating while parenting.