September 10, 2023

By Afzal

Creativity goes hand in hand with constraints, not freedom.

When you're on a journey and there are no predefined paths, just an open expanse, reaching your destination can be challenging. A clear path makes the journey easy, but an open area offers countless routes, making it more demanding. Constraints serve as the guiding pathway to creativity, akin to how a blank canvas can initially overwhelm. Being overwhelmed can stifle creativity and idea generation. Constraints act as a remedy, helping to dispel the feeling of being overwhelmed and facilitating the emergence of ideas and concepts. In the realm of creative pursuits, consider embracing constraints as a committed approach. Constraints assist in focusing on essential elements, leading to the generation of effective ideas and concepts. When creativity feels stifled, it's crucial to work within tight constraints to foster innovative thinking. While this approach may not apply universally, it particularly resonates with craftsmen, who often excel within strict boundaries, crafting remarkable creations within their specialized niche. I think many artists won’t agree with this approach because nothing is more subjective and emotional than art, as an art piece even this typographic visual looks dope I think:

But as a carefully crafted niche dedicated craft, this typographic visual works better:

So next time when you are working on a craft or creative masterpiece try setting up some rules, don’t break them, and see the magic.

Thank you!

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