NEW YEAR, NEW HOBBIES: TIPS FOR EXPLORING CREATIVE PURSUITS

A new year means there’s lots of new things to focus on, new ideas, new resolutions, and most importantly new hobbies! There’s no better time to start exploring new creative pursuits than at the beginning of the new year. Try things you’ve always wanted to, something you’ve been eager to do again, or something that you’ve simply never done before. 

Here are some tips on how to unleash your imagination to kickstart your journey! 

EXPERIMENT NEW TYPES OF ART

Here’s a little tutorial to help you get started on your first masterpiece!

When it comes to different forms of art, there is no right or wrong way to go about it. There are diverse forms of art that people can use to express themselves. Doodling can be a good start to recognize what you truly want to focus on. If you want to step out of your comfort zone and explore other options, you can try canvas art or watercolor painting, and see if that resonates with you. Another great way to learn more about art is to head to your local art gallery and take a look at some of the art pieces currently on display! 

CHANGE YOUR SURROUNDINGS 

Have you ever been stressed out by a sibling or friend? I think we’ve all had that happen to us, and the easiest solution for it is to just leave the room to cool down for a bit. The same concept applies to being creative, if you’re stumped on what to do, try changing your environment to get more inspiration from things around you. Taking a stroll around the park, or any scenic area, can change your whole perspective and give you a clear mind to get creative. 

HEAD TO THE KITCHEN

Here’s what you’ll need!

  • Milk + Pudding mix

  • Sweet condensed milk

  • Vanilla extract

  • Frozen whipped topping

  • Vanilla wafers 

  • Bananas

Creativity does not only exist in the form of art, cooking is also one of the most common creative outlets. Whether you’re trying new recipes or tackling a new cuisine, it all starts in the kitchen. Cooking can allow your thoughts to come into life, quite literally! Another great way to put cooking into use is to gather friends or family and have a potluck to enjoy each other's company and some good food! 

WRITE IN A JOURNAL

When in doubt, pour your feelings out into a journal, and create your own story. The best thing about writing is that it comes with no rules, you can write whatever you want while exhibiting your creativity. Sometimes it can even be things you want to do in the near future, or simply good memories that you’ve had in the past. To give you a head start, some popular journaling topics can include — personal goals, things to improve on, or just a snippet of how the new year is treating you so far!

DISCOVER NEW SPOTS

Roam around downtown Toronto and discover amazing new spots. Try visiting some local cafes or restaurants to see if you can use them to ignite your creativity even further. Downtown is the perfect place to enjoy some nice music, new food spots, and nearby markets. Here’s a few spots that you can visit; Bar Poet for some good vibes and nice music, Kensington Market  for various different eateries and festivals throughout the year, and last but not the least, Twist Gallery for some stunning art pieces and an impressive event space in Toronto

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