Quote Originally Posted by Saraibre Ryu View Post
I use everything at my disposal, the entire world around me. I got through most of my science classes [Biology man...], as uninteresting as they were, because I used them in application to a science fantasy series I'm making. I look at something and see how it can apply to something, see how it fits in with my creative works. My brain is in a constant motion of thought [it's not as nice as it sounds, trust me] and I try to curb it by working on something creatively productive. I also use negative emotions as well. If I'm feeling upset or angry, I put that energy into something productive, rather than just sitting there being pissed off and possibly insulting someone in conversation later.

Also standing outside in the middle of a thunderstorm in just a jacket. Try it. It's invigorating.
This post made me smile. I used to work in this way when I had more time for art, but now I seem to send my motivational and constructive energies towards school work and work. I cannot wait for the day when I can focus on art a ton more again. When I do have time for art (or make time for it as a study break) I have hardly any emotional energy left so that's why I tend to turn to music.

I do agree weather is a good motivator as well. :) Or just nature in general!