What can you learn from two brothers who flew through impossibility? How to finance your dream. How to run your business. How to work with partners. How to learn your craft. How to develop your skills. Make sure to read yesterday's primer on the first 5 lessons you can learn about ignoring impossibility and exploring the creative frontier. Today we dive into specifics on what … [Read more...]
"The Wright Brothers flew through the smoke screen of impossibility." -Dorothea Brande It was the 1890's and the race to fly was on. Even Wilbur Wright himself in a moment of deep disappointment, remarked to Orville that man would fly, but not in their lifetimes. Somehow the brothers moved past the disappointment, setbacks, obstacles, failures, copycats, haters, and lack of resources to hold … [Read more...]
The answer is yes. There's an entire feature-length documentary that proves it. You can watch the trailer below and the full length documentary is currently available streaming on Netflix. If you're a creative (or would like to be), this work will open your eyes to the world of design that we all live within. How can you apply it to your life and work in a more intentional and focused … [Read more...]
A photographer gets real about growing up and doing the work, dealing with fear and living an awesome life. Daniel Dunn is our featured 365 challenge photographer this week. His story will challenge and inspire you. It’s never too late to join the challenge with over 500 photographers. It’ll change your life forever! Daniel Dunn: A Photographer on a Mission My name is Daniel Dunn, I’m … [Read more...]
Okay, even the title is kind of awkward, but I don't care. It's true! Here's my story. Growing up I didn't think much about modesty. I went to church and loved God (more than anything), and I dressed modestly. But it wasn't a conscious decision. I wore the clothes I was given: hand-me-downs from my older brother, outfits from the church share closet, and garage sale bargains. That's what I … [Read more...]
Remembering the essentials in life is critical. Whether it's putting on deodorant, brushing your teeth, putting on shoes instead of slippers. Sometimes we all need a little reminder to do those things that can easily evade us in the rush of life. Here are a couple tips from Jenna Lucado (daughter of Max Lucado) and author of Redefining Beautiful: Two things I've learned: one, how to laugh at … [Read more...]
Ever had a dream? A dream that you watched go up in smoke because it took too long, was too hard or required too much in blood, sweat and tears? It was a few years ago that I first heard my friend Zack Arias say: If you can do anything else or have any other options, DO NOT BECOME A PHOTOGRAPHER. It took some time before I understood the depth and truth of those words. In the … [Read more...]
Some days it feels like someone, something or the world in general is out to get you, knock you down, trip you up, and thwart your highest hopes, greatest dreams and best plans. Am I right? Other days you feel like you're unstoppable, invincible, and moving mountains. Yes? What's the difference? What's the worst enemy of your success? Not the only, just the worst. Answer these questions … [Read more...]
"An idea not coupled with action will never get any bigger than the brain cell it occupied." ~Arnold Glasow It’s a myth that you can get everything done. It's also a myth that you can't get anything done. Both habits of thinking will lead you nowhere you want to go. And they are habits. Habits that can be changed, if you're willing to do the work. Here's a sneak peek at what I've been … [Read more...]
Today's images represent my digital life right now (and Day 11 of Project 365). There are a lot of good things in here. Organic tomatoes, fresh garlic, cut mushrooms and delicious spices. But they're all jumbled and floating around like a chaotic mess. Great for pasta sauce. Awful for digital life. This is a perfect metaphor for my computer and hard drives right now. Do you ever feel … [Read more...]
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PUBLICATIONS Top 100 Wordpress Article: Stepping Into the Frame on PhotoFocus Featured Photographer on Darren Rowse's Digital Photography School Featured Writer on 5 Minutes for Mom for Photography and … [Read More...]
I am not a sales person and actually am trying to overcome a particular disdain for anything that smacks of overt selling. I do however like to talk and write about products, services, and people that I like and love. … [Read More...]
Welcome to the new home of Real Women Scrap - the book and blog that helps people get inspired to take back their time, find balance, liberate their creativity, and pursue their passions. My name is Tasra Dawson and I’m the woman behind … [Read More...]
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