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Gaming, art, and science? What a combination! Check out these thought-provoking articles at the intersection of technology, psychology, and the world of miniature tabletop wargaming.
Painting miniatures with ADHD is like trying to write a school essay and you weren’t listening. Wait, what was that? The paint brush doesn’t move, and you’re thinking about the dirty-dishes; your mind races from thing-to-thing. Mind racer? It could be something or another, maybe not even the “80-HD” as my kids call it. Here’s […]
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Ever pick up a pen and feel like it belongs in your creative space, not just in your pocket? That’s how I felt when I first started using the Leuchtturm1917 Drehgriffel Nr. 1. It’s a pen with heritage roots, modern reliability, and a design that makes even the most ordinary notes feel intentional. If you’re
The Leuchtturm 1917 Drehgriffel Nr. 1 Pen Review (My Favorite Everyday Pen) Read More »
Ever spent an hour perfecting the light reflection on a single gemstone? Or repainting a shoulder pad three times because the edge highlight didn’t “feel right”? If that’s you, you’re not alone—and more importantly, that level of focus reflects something meaningful about how your brain engages with creative work. It reveals a capacity for depth,
Ever notice how some days you can paint for hours, totally locked in—while other times, you can’t focus for more than ten minutes? Your lighting might be the reason. A good lighting setup in your hobby space doesn’t just help you see better. It can actually boost your motivation, sharpen your focus, and help you
Struggling to Stay Focused While Painting? Fix Your Lighting Read More »
Creative momentum takes time. That’s something I was reminded of the other evening as I crouched beside a fire pit, coaxing a stubborn flame to life. I was out there alone, watching the smoke curl and twist in the fading light, trying to remember how I usually get these fires going. It took me longer
From Spark to Blaze: Building Creative Momentum the Natural Way Read More »
Fasting is something people try for all sorts of reasons—health, spiritual growth, or just curiosity. For me, it was about pushing my boundaries. Getting to know myself a bit better…I wanted to see how my body would react, sure, but more importantly, I wanted to understand how my mind would cope without food. Would I
What a 48 Hour Fast Taught Me About Boredom and Creativity Read More »
The blank canvas, the empty page is both horrifying and thrilling. So much emptiness demands we fill it. Yet, whether you’re a seasoned creative—the professional—or someone who enjoys casual doodling, the path is often marked by self-doubt and the relentless quest for perfection. In this post, I felt the need to explore the common challenges
Facing The Creative Paradox: Uncertainty and Confidence in Art Read More »
Have you ever sat down at your painting desk, miniature figure in hand, and felt a wave of intimidation wash over you? You’re not alone. Many of us in the miniature painting community grapple with the drive for perfection, a drive that can sometimes hinder our creativity more than it helps. In this article, I
Embracing Imperfection: A Guide to Overcoming Perfectionism in Miniature Painting Read More »
I’ve learned to overcome procrastination a long time ago. While everyone is different, psychologically, I think there are some common issues that anyone can tackle if they want to overcome procrastination. Whether it comes to hobbies, e.g., painting miniatures, or work and adult life responsibilities, the single hurdle to overcoming procrastination learning that it is
The Art of Overcoming Procrastination Through List-Making Read More »
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are here to stay. Whether it is ChatGPT, AI image generators, or other emerging AI tools that seemingly create something from nothing (a misnomer, by the way), they are becoming more accessible and easier to use. Of course, in my career and artistic pursuits, I’ve often found myself relying on these
How AI Tools Stifle My Creativity and What I Learned Read More »
Creativity may not be what comes to mind when you think of a mental illness, but it’s worth considering that many creative people are also often diagnosed with anxiety disorders. In fact, creativity is a common trait among those who suffer from anxiety disorders. Yet, it’s not well-known what causes this link or what to
Creativity and Anxiety: A Tentative Link Read More »
I’ve found that I’m more creative when painting miniatures at night because I can go into a trance-like state. Painting miniatures in the daytime is draining and it seems like my brain is too busy to focus on any one thing, but it’s amazingly captivating at night. It’s quiet and the light is soft, but
Do You Paint Miniatures at Night or Day? What’s Better? Read More »
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has brought a tidal wave of potential applications across a vast range of fields, from healthcare to finance, education to entertainment. One area that is ripe for exploration is the intersection of AI and gaming; specifically, wargaming and tabletop role-playing games (RPGs) like Dungeons & Dragons (DND). In this
AI Enhanced Wargaming and Tabletop RPGs (Tips and Uses) Read More »
I write a lot. Most of it is technical academic stuff for work. But, often I’ll pull up a blank page and draft a creative story or some essay on the state of the world—life. It’s something I enjoy doing and it helps me make sense of what’s going on internally in my head. Journaling
The Silver Lining: How Inflation and a Bad Economy Can Fuel Your Creative Writing Read More »
So, you’ve heard about artificial intelligence (AI) generated art? But do you know about ChatGPT, a language model developed by OpenAI? ChatGPT is a text-generating AI system that can generate coherent conversations and stories in human-like language. I love to write and I’ve been playing with ChatGPT to see what it is capable of. Well,
Miniature Painting with ChatGPT: 10 Inspiring Ways to Use AI Read More »