Comments for Natalie Timmons Designs

Comment on Fostering a more creative space externally and internally by Natalie Timmons

Natalie Timmons — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 12:33:49 +0000

Hi Viktor,

I completely agree that constructive criticism is a valuable part of the creative growth. I find, however, that it hinders me if I invite it in too early in the creative process. If I’m having a trouble with a piece, I seek feedback for direction. Otherwise, I tend to wait until a piece is finished before I ask for a critique. And, I’ll check out your art community – thanks for the invite.

Comment on Fostering a more creative space externally and internally by Viktor Dujmovic

Viktor Dujmovic — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 11:26:06 +0000

I think negative critiques have a powerful place in feedback; we learn more from them than the “Whee, I like it!” fluffy-bunny positive reviews. However, it’s nice to give some suggestions to go with the bashing. If someone told you “You screwed it up” or “Maybe you should give up now…” and haven’t told you what would be a good way to fix it, I think you shouldn’t listen to them….
By the way, I really like your art and hope to see some of them at my art community some day…

Comment on For the joy of reading by Kevin McLeod

Kevin McLeod — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 13:18:11 +0000

I like that you don’t use a book element. The library has evolved and people need to know that this is a place to open your mind and explore. I get that vibe from the circles and waves in your logo. I can see this becoming “Imagine More, Kingston Library” in the near future. Good luck.

Comment on Not So Creative Beginnings by admin

admin — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 02:31:41 +0000

Jean – thanks to years of exercising and acting on your creativity – you’ve got well developed “creative muscles.” What fun you’re going to have designing your new Reiki/Massage Studio! I’m looking forward to being one of your first customers!

Comment on Not So Creative Beginnings by admin

admin — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 02:21:22 +0000

Hi Ed – Writing is a skill but creativity is what breaths life into the skill! I’m happy to hear you saw The Secret. I enjoyed that movie myself and definitely believe in the power of focused attention – mostly because of the results I’ve realized in my own life. However, I winced when I read “all he or she needs to do is focus on that thing.” I like to think of the Secret as the “first step” in helping us realize our dreams. There are other necessary steps – like taking action. I can visualize a published book all I want, but unless I pick up a pen and start writing (or tap away on my keyboard), my book will never get written – never mind published.

Comment on Not So Creative Beginnings by admin

admin — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 02:08:55 +0000

Dianne – Wow tough questions. I would yes – some people are more creative because they choose be. These individuals are fully open to their creativity and when inspiration strikes they act. Better yet, they act even when seems as if inspiration isn’t striking! What’s your take on it?

Comment on Not So Creative Beginnings by Ed Timmons

Ed Timmons — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 01:20:52 +0000

Hi Natalie,
I have a question about creativity. Does the idea of being creative apply also to writing skills. When I sit down and work on my book, the words just come out. I started writing after having my writing work praised highly. What the idea we all agreed with is this;
1. Some people are not good at certain skills.
2. Some people are fair at certain skills.
3. Some people are good at certain skills.
4. Some people are excellen at certain skills.
There is a movie called “The Secret” that puts forth the idea that if a person should want a certain thing to happen, all he or she needs to do is focus on that thing, For example a man wanted to recieve $100,000 by the end of the year. He pasted an imitation $100,000 bill above his bed and looked at it everynight. His book did well and speaking engagements did even more to help the sales. In December of that year he recieved a royalty check of $98,000. Not $100,000, but close enough.
One other idea from this movie is about energy. Wondering about the energy we have and there is so much all around, presenters had this thought, ” Look at the tremendous energy in the very “atoms” that is what composes everything.” To me I kind of ‘get it’, but it is beyond my understanding, and I think, as I have all my life of the science of these types of research. Think of Biggest or think of smallest, but just think of what you want, and do it often.

Comment on Not So Creative Beginnings by Jean MacDougall-Tattan

Jean MacDougall-Tattan — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 18:50:51 +0000

Hi Natalie–
You forgot to mention how techno-savvy you are in addition to creative–God bless those skills of yours–they have saved me more than once.
But you are right–you don’t have to be born creative–you truly can develop those skills. I know that from my own experience. Sometimes I truly surprise myself!!
I can’t wait for your new book to come out. I read the preview and saw the cover and it makes me want to read it even though I am not an artist. Who knows what tips I could pick up for inventing a reiki/massage studio because it is all about creating an environment.

Comment on Not So Creative Beginnings by Dianne Tarpy

Dianne Tarpy — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 13:02:32 +0000

Hi Natalie,

I know I can always count on you to be involved in something interesting. Good for you! The creative process is, in and of itself, an interesting concept…and, to your point, are some of us more creative than others simply because we choose to be?

With Best Wishes
Dianne