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Interview with Alex C. of Eye Digital Emotion
Do you do anything special to get your "creative juices" flowing? Please explain.
Nothing out of the ordinary... we are surrounded with non stop "creative juices which are flowing 24/7" I call it life :). In a typical day when my creativity is low or hitting a wall as some might say. I always end up taking a break, listening to music, watching movies or just taking a walk/drive around. It helps clears the mind. I sometime take a nap, you might find it surprising but when you are working on a specific project and you are thinking too much about it, sometimes you find the answers when you are asleep in your dreams.
If you could be any object, what would you be? Why?
I certainly would love to be a Clock, perfect regularity or/and precision.
What are your words of wisdom for someone starting out in your field?
Motivation, Dedication, Passion, Patience are words I always tend to repeat when asked this questions and last but not least Innovate. You always need to be motivated or find ways or people to be around that have the same drive as you do. Be positive no matter how things get hard. You need to be dedicated to your goals and work ethics. Always be patient with everything you do (patience is a virtue). Innovate! You are always on the cutting edge of technology it is easier said then done but if you put in the time the results will pay off. Try to stand out of the crowd by creating your own style, message or image you want to portray... do not be afraid of failure.
Interview with Lakisha Swift
1. When was the first time that you remember realizing that you are a creative person?
Well, I didn't realize it, my mother did. And she started me out at the age of 3 taking ballet/ tap and roller-skating. I then started writing plays/musicals in high school and started a theater group called Soul-Lo.
2. When did you know that this was what you wanted to do with your life? How did you get started?
I got started after moving to California in my early 20's. That when I made the solid decision to make this my career.
3. What traits, if any, do you think that creative people have as compared to people who are not creative?
I think the traits is being confident and willing to open yourself to the world.
4. Do believe that your training has influenced what you create?
Training keeps you in line and gives you discipline, what you create has all way lived in me.
5. Have you ever felt that your personal expectations have limited your creativity? If so, how have you dealt with this?
No, my personal expectations are to do my very best. Dealing in the creative world, you are able to be an individual and release your freedom of expression.
6. Have other people supported or inspired you? Please explain.
Yes, my family and friends all know how important this is to me no matter how long it takes.
7. How have you dealt with any criticism you have gotten because of your creative endeavors?
It hurts all the time when
someone criticizes your
8. Do you ever feel that you have to censor your creativity because you don\'t want to offend anyone?
No, I don't censor myself.
9. Do you do anything special to get your \"creative juices\" flowing? Please explain.
Prayer
10. Does your work convey a specific emotion or message?
Happiness, freedom, expression, love, and joy.
11. If you could be any object, what would you be? Why?
An octagon, because it has many side and I think I have many different sides in my personality.
12. What are your words of wisdom for someone starting out in your field?
Get trained, have thick skin, be patient because it doesn't happen over night and last don't sell your soul just because you think you may get there quicker.
