In a reflective post, Morag Noffke explores her creative quirks, which are unique habits that define her artistic process. She prefers a tidy workspace for new projects but embraces chaos for ongoing ones, enjoying the ritual of drinking tea. Silence reigns during her creative flow, with her cat providing calm companionship. Inspiration often strikes unexpectedly, demanding immediate attention, while joy leads her to dance during exciting moments. Noffke emphasizes the importance of acknowledging inspiration and allowing creativity to evolve organically.
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More Than Words: The Use of Texture and Expression in Visual Journaling (part 4 of my journaling journey)
Visual journaling encourages self-expression without the need for artistic talent. It allows individuals to process emotions using sketches, symbols, and textures. Drawing can be spontaneous and liberating, serving as a personal and private space for reflection. The author aims to inspire creativity while exploring emotions through this personal practice.
My Journaling Journey, Overview: Part One
The author shares their personal journey with journaling, exploring its significance in self-discovery, growth, and reflection. Various styles and types are mentioned, emphasizing journaling's therapeutic benefits.
Everybody Knows (after Leonard Cohen)
What have you been working on? Everybody knows I'm working on dreams. Everybody knows what I've been working on, Everybody knows how it grows. First you knock it down, it's an intervention. Then you build it up, and it's a renovation That's how it goes, that's how it grows. Everybody knows that our lives go … Continue reading Everybody Knows (after Leonard Cohen)
Prompt: My Favorite Time of Day
What's your favorite time of day? My favorite time of day Where I dream of word play, I think I must be crepuscular, Is twilight: dawn and dusk, when I prey You see, I capture my nocturnal dreams In the morning, like the hunt And In the evening, I snatch my day-dreams cat kneading or … Continue reading Prompt: My Favorite Time of Day
The Conversation (inspired by the painting Iona Landscape: Rocks by Samuel J Peploe)
A short note to my writing group: On seeing this painting, Iona Landscape: Rocks by Samuel J Peploe I could write about visiting Iona 25 years ago; of receiving a book written in the 1800s and passed down to me, from my Scottish Aunt about Iona history; about the fact that my grandmother was a … Continue reading The Conversation (inspired by the painting Iona Landscape: Rocks by Samuel J Peploe)
‘I am from’ Poem
I am (from) of Scottish/Germanic origin. Creative hands crafting thread, leather, wood and paints. Wordsmith shaping poems, songs and stories. We love nature and are the salt of the earth While still dreaming of utopia. Ours is a deep knowing That we have purpose And a confidence in our Source, The Heavenly Creator. Photo by … Continue reading ‘I am from’ Poem
Looking Back on my First Post: What you will find in my blog posts.
This is the excerpt for your very first post.
Morag Noffke 