Creativity and Self-Expression

Discovering new ways to develop creativity, ignite passion and express myself.

  • Join My Creative Workshops: Discounts Inside!

    It’s been a while since I last posted something on the blog, and a lot has happened in that time. I took a little break from posting to focus on other things in life as I felt my attention needed… Continue reading

    Join My Creative Workshops: Discounts Inside!
  • Unleashing Inspiration: A Journey of Reflection and Creativity

    As the month of April draws to a close, I’ve been thinking a lot about the power of inspiration and looking at how to carry it forward into May. Over this past month, we’ve reflected on quite a few different… Continue reading

    Unleashing Inspiration: A Journey of Reflection and Creativity
  • Finding Further Inspiration in Nature

    Please accept my apologies for a lack of blog posts recently… I hope my latest community project will make up for it! Continue reading

    Finding Further Inspiration in Nature
  • What Inspires Me: Finding Magic in the Everyday

    Join me as I discuss finding inspiration through small, intentional acts rather than waiting for sudden bursts of creativity. Discover ways to reconnect with your creativity and how to cultivate inspiration from everyday moments. Continue reading

    What Inspires Me: Finding Magic in the Everyday
  • Finding Inspiration: Why I Do What I Do

    Join me for a reflection on my own inspirations on why I started The Opaque Elephant and where this inspiration is leading me now. From nature to connection and how creativity weaves through it all, I want to invite you… Continue reading

    Finding Inspiration: Why I Do What I Do
  • 5 Writing Prompts for Inspiration

    In April, the theme is ‘inspiration’! We’re going to start by focusing on exploring its meaning through various prompts. Engage with reflection by asking recalling moments of inspiration, creating mind maps, and describing instances of inspiring others. A workbook titled… Continue reading

    5 Writing Prompts for Inspiration
  • Reflections on My First Workshop!

    Join me as I reflect on my first informal workshop aimed at fostering community through creativity. Celebrating the Spring Equinox, we explored some painting and the joy of unstructured creativity, which I’m looking forward to doing for more people in… Continue reading

    Reflections on My First Workshop!
  • Awakening Your Inner Child Through Messy Play

    This week, I’m exploring the joys of messy play for adults adults. Come join me as I highlight the liberating experience of creating art without constraints, reflections on connecting with my inner child through creative expression, and share your thoughts… Continue reading

    Awakening Your Inner Child Through Messy Play
  • Photographs of the World Awakening

    Just some spring photography for you today. The world is coming alive – so let’s celebrate the spring awakening together! Continue reading

    Photographs of the World Awakening
  • 5 Writing Prompts to Awaken Yourself

    Continuing with the month of Awakening, I’m featuring writing prompts aimed at self-reflection and motivation. Suggestions include listing uncompleted tasks, exploring personal meanings of “awakening,” recalling moments of inspiration, and recognizing individuals who believed in you. These prompts facilitate personal… Continue reading

    5 Writing Prompts to Awaken Yourself
  • Spiritual Exploration and How We Present Ourselves

    Today, I’m going to be exploring using different wording to describe myself. I’ll explore the difficulties in navigating being your authentic self, whilst still balancing that with being inviting. Continue reading

    Spiritual Exploration and How We Present Ourselves
  • Paint Pouring for Relaxation

    In this creativity post, I’m sharing some of my paint pours! There’s something mesmerising and soothing about watching colours morph and move around the canvas… Continue reading

    Paint Pouring for Relaxation
  • Creating as an Act of Self-Love

    In this post, I want to explore how creating is a relaxing and liberating act. I explore finding joy in the process, using colour and movement to express emotions, and advocate that the value of art lies in personal expression… Continue reading

    Creating as an Act of Self-Love
  • Pink Perfection

    A little celebration of the colour pink today with some photography prints. Continue reading

    Pink Perfection
  • 5 Prompts to Explore the Concept of Self-Love

    This month’s blog theme is Self-Love, so join me for some writing prompts to enhance your of self-perception. Prompts include listing personal positive traits, creating a mindmap on self-love, recalling confidence-boosting moments, reflecting on compliments received, and identifying lessons learned… Continue reading

    5 Prompts to Explore the Concept of Self-Love