How to Escape your Creative Ruts (a thought for makers)

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In this video, I share some advice on how to get out of the creative ruts we find ourselves stuck in from time to time. Share it on if you found it helpful.
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[@BadVulf]

Sean, thank you so much for doing what you do. I discovered you late last year when I was in a bad place. I lost friends to covid, my girlfriend left me, and my mother had passed from cancer. I had no drive at all to go out and do the thing I love. I started watching your videos, especially your philosophy playlist, and your videos really helped me through those dark times. Thank you again.

[@seanorphoto]

This could not have come at a more perfect time. Such solid advice from one of the best. Thank you Sean

[@josiahsmith7250]

I, concur.

[@frankleap]

Brilliant! This has helped me more than you know! I'm very grateful... thank YOU!

[@shadowportraits5406]

The days that I take pictures just because I fancy a walk and feel like hearing the sound of the shutter, those are the days I take images I am happy with. Because I am completely open. No expectation, no need to results.

[@davidabarak]

All your life experiences have led you to make videos like today's - nobody else I've found on KZbin is doing this, at least not with a photographic concentration. This is where you shine when it comes to creative education and motivational speaking. Keep it up Sean.

[@andyprime56]

The ‘Rembrandt’ lighting you’ve used on your face works exceptionally well with the portraits on your wall behind you, never really noticed until now. Your vlogs always inspire me to think differently, thx Sean.

[@davecarrera]

At 53 I am still in my first year of photography, just, and still enjoying the "wonder" of seeing what happens when.... At the moment I am focusing, sorry :-), on product photography and enjoying the path and learning. I believe I have nailed my Astro photography (moon shots) which I enjoy capturing and sharing. Yesterday I started to enjoy small bird photography, visitors to my garden, and just running with that for now. I see many similarities to my attitude to drumming in the last 33 years and my new photography path. At my core I am a rock / blues drummer but venture into jazz, funk, hip hop & nearly all flavours of drumming where I learn something that adds to my core drumming and has made my style. So, in 32 years’ time I will come back and tell how my photography journey went :-) I wish you well Sean and thank you for the inspiration.

[@Mr59Geezer]

Make a mess? Oh yes, I'll certainly be doing that. Quite literally. There will be woidshavings and dust and paint and stuff all over the shop. Your videos are a wonderful combination of inspiration and helpful tips. You manage to package your message and your advice so succinctly, that I always feel the to e watching has flown by. Immersive indeed. Thank you Sean.

[@orangelinn9547]

Sean you've literally pulled my camera bag from under my bed! Thank you!

[@joanneny8638]

For me from my camera closet 👍. Let’s get out there and create. 🤞

[@Loki_Highlock]

I really needed to hear this this right now. It’s so easy to get caught up in the expectations of your audience. Thank you, Sean.

[@AmeliaHeldt]

This is great! I’ve realised that perfectionism is a lie. Perfectionism is insecurity in disguise for me 💗

[@nickadamson6053]

Wow, well said!

[@jonl0711]

I know I'm a controlled and rigid photographer, years ago a couple of models in Italy told me to loosen up and allow the process to immerse into my soul and drop the guards. I found this information to have been the best bit of information I've received and and every so often I will remember this and drop my wall and go for something without such structure. Even my art teacher told me that I need to shoot more from the hip.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Gut, subconscious, feeling, emotion. Important words when finding our voice. Nurturing instinct is a term I like to use. Many thanks for the shout-out buddy :) Fab video, as always!

[@Gennaesse]

Thanks for that yo

[@meagerknight1653]

Took a chance and went out in the Wisconsin snowy weather downtown Milwaukee and to my surprised I stayed out there for almost 3 hours! It was crazy, the longer I stayed out there the more my eyes saw as potential photos. It was addicting. Getting out and just doing it is the sauce that I needed. I feel like I leveled up today. Thank you for your videos as they play a pivotal role to my photography’s evolution. Cheers!!

[@szelag]

Best part of your videos is how genuine they are. Really appreciate it.

[@ehsanmohseni5382]

Sean, I really enjoy your extraordinary videos and talks. You're one the most authentic artists I've seen on the web. Keep doing these videos which are inspirational for beginners like me.

[@Zer-0]

"If you're anything like me, i promise you, if you're feeling stuck the answer will be to make a good mess and see what it unlocks in you." Thank you for this sentence alone. That hit home pretty hard.

[@patriciagapske3967]

This was EXACTLY what I needed! I've been struggling for so long and every day wondering what to do about it. I will be watching this a couple more times just so it sinks in more and pushes me on. Thank you.

[@kennygo8300]

I'm an enthusiast that only shoots for myself. This pandemic has been a game changer for the creative people I watch online. Restrictions are really hard on creative people. Seeing how they come out of their "funk" and adapt to escape their frustrations is refreshing. My "regular job" (truck driver) is increasingly choking my creativity by adding rules, surveillance and tracking to maximize my productivity on my job, but eliminate "my time" in my own life... while on the job. Thank you for sharing your perseverance with us. There is always a way to succeed.

[@marionsretreat5602]

My daughter recently purchased one of those $10 disposable cameras. When she got the images back after being developed, she loved them. It wasn’t because of the clarity, composition etc. in fact it was the imperfections she loved. The blur, the color, the raw genuine moments, nothing posed or perfect. So I decided to get my DSLR, put on my 50mm lens and change my settings to Auto. I too LOVED the images, at times being tempted to pose the scene but left it as is. It’s such a freeing experience. 😀

[@cwood250]

Loved this video! Perfect timing as usual.

[@fiona_lark]

Always such great advice, a wonderful video Sean, thanks for sharing. Missing your work on Instagram.

[@ShinDongJi]

In a sea of photographer / content creators which usually focuses on gear most of the time you will rarely come across a hidden gem. This channel is one of those gems. While perfecting the technique behind every shot is almost everybody's priority (and maybe for some it is gear), I find that the mentality / attitude towards the art is something that's first on my list. Once I have the right mindset ready, everything else just falls into place. I had said it a lot of times and I will say it again, Thank you Sean for everything that you do. All the best to you and your future endeavors.

[@AmeerCorro]

This was absolutely fantastic, engaging, and well-written. I was absolutely immersed from beginning to end in your message, and it's exactly what I needed to hear. Thank you Sean :)

[@TobyOft]

This video and your voice is so necessary during the creative void of COVID - i really needed to hear this - Thank you!!

[@PortraitofAsha]

Nine years ago, my vocal coach told me that I had to 'give myself permission to make a noise'. That advice has stuck with me to this day.

[@christoph.schneider]

That's great!

[@ChristineWilsonPhotography]

Your perspective is always changing thts why it important to keep getting out there and surprising yourself , you never know what's round the corner . I got in my car last weekend fully intent on going to a specific destination and found myself in a dissused car park with some old rail junk and a concrete silo factory next door , im sure the universe took me there I had a ball

[@briantrinca6766]

In every moment that i feel stuck or uncreative, i watch some of your videos and you help me to pass through that suck moment. Thanks Sean.

[@marinewife12201]

Thank you for making this video Sean. I really needed to hear this.

[@brianmckeever5280]

"Make a good mess and see what it unlocks in you." Wow, does that resonate with me. I'm turning 60 this year and recently decided to move to a new city. A more succinct and satisfying distillation of my deliberations I cannot imagine. Thank you for the thoughtful and well-crafted videos. The material had no conscious effect on my decision making, but that sub-conscious, who knows!

[@ebreathedeeply]

Absolutely love this! I so appreciate your sharing❣

[@markquiram9012]

Amazingly intuitive and precisely what I have been considering as my weakest characteristic. I am stunned at how often your videos come at exactly the right time. Thank you and take care.

[@craigunscripted]

I’m only 7 minutes in, and I already know I will re-watch this many times over to remind myself! Hit to close to home! .. I heard someone say once before, that the way to get better/progress along your creative journey you need to cultivate a playful curiosity along with a willpower to show to up and try

[@phoozchic]

Always appreciate your insights, Sean. Thank you.

[@Persiaking10]

It's great to see you again Sean, just in time I needed to hear this message.

[@tjsinva]

Nice kick! ⚽ Can't score, if you don't take the shot. 🎯 Love Simon & Meg🐶 Carry on!

[@richarddsouzaphotography]

Thank you Sean. You are a blessing!

[@janiecritchley5107]

Brilliant Sean. Perfect timing for all of us during lockdown. Thank you.

[@msturi2002]

Brilliant Sean! Thank you ❤️

[@DharmaOcean108]

*Make a good mess.* I try so hard to have it all hang together, clean, clear, rational. Which tends to take the life out of what I'm doing. When I let the mess in, it wakes me up, wakes up my work, and is so much more alive. Then to have a light hand at editing into something of a whole. Thanks for all the big picture, from the gut, material that you create.

[@talay7565]

Thank you for this video Sean!

[@ronmasters751]

Just received Collection IV. Thanks for the work & the wisdom!

[@nasroullahdinally5140]

Yet another great video Sean and great contents. Thank you.

[@christopherbarber9351]

As always, excellent and thought-provoking content! Thank you for making all these videos, and for this one particularly.

[@hazi4101]

Wonderful insights and reminders , thanks Sean!

[@JaraKada]

Thanks for the perspective Sean 🙏

[@carmanterblanche]

I find that the reckless, impulsive art you make is almost always better than the structured art. I always find myself more impressed my the impulse shots than the carefully planned ones. I am glad I have a second opinion on this. My profile picture for instance is one of those shots. I got home, grabbed my tripod and phone, put it on the street and shot a few images, but for some reason my hair was in the way and I tried to get it out of my eyes, and at that moment the shutter went off, creating a natural shot more than a composed one.

[@wey2004]

Amen to that Sean. I will continue to experiment, and challenge myself....Always love your work, and your wise words.... Looking forward to seeing this new chapter....

[@JordanGray]

This was super helpful. Thank you brother. Really loved it and got a lot out of it.

[@saketraut]

Really thankyou for your advice in every video. Every time I watch you, you just change my perspective. Thank you for being there !

[@ericstephenvorm]

Excellent advice. Always appreciate your transparency and vulnerability. Thanks for sharing.

[@Ordnajela1]

Brilliant video. Thank you always for the quality content

[@azzucenaz]

Thank you for another inspiration! It was much needed.

[@MatthewWagnerFilms]

So helpful! Thank you! I need this currently!

[@Alex-ci2qw]

When I watch one of your videos, Sean, I know I will come out with some new information to think about, some food for thoughts, that makes me strongly reflect on what I do creatively and why I do it. I have to say though, this is probably the best video I have watched on your channel in terms of content. I feel like I have been doing my craft based on some "hints" given by my intuitions all along, but it would sound a bit stupid to me when I either say it to myself or to someone asking me how do I do what I do. You made me realise that, it is an actual part of the creating process, it is not something that mindlessly happens, but it is part of what we are as individual artists. I thank you for making me realise that, I feel like this has strengthen me in believing on myself and my creativity even more, without being too scared to try something different. Thank you Sean.

[@gilles6238]

Thanks Sean, it's the best advice that I've heard for a long time !

[@andrewhookerphotography4774]

Great video and message Sean. Thank you.

[@MaryWenPhotography]

This resonated a lot, will work on giving myself permission to explore more. Been coming to your channel for calming, sound advice, and to get away from the flashy/gimmicky side of Instagram/KZbin, and I definitely did not leave disappointed. Thanks Sean!

[@Tom_Hoppins]

Another great video! I recently received my copy of your most recent collection. Your work is always inspiring. Thank you.

[@rudig5698]

Thank you Sean for inspiring me to start my own KZbin channel!😊❤️

[@BalletPink]

As a perfectionist, I never felt ready to start my channel. When I finally gave up keeping everything under control, I was ready to take the risk.

[@calvinwongmedia]

I know exactly how you feel! Definitely been there more than once.

[@e.conwaybryansr.8626]

Ditto for me also...once I ceased agonizing and started flowing with what I wanted and needed to do, I enjoyed it more and it all began coming together quicker and perhaps better.

[@pmbartley]

Great information! Thanks again for your insight!

[@marcfootman2766]

As always....inspiring 👏

[@GabrielJThomas]

You nailed the thinking of a perfectionist. It is so hard to break out of that mindset until you let go and allow yourself to experiment

[@leilasmama01]

Brilliant teaching ! ❤️

[@archeiafaith]

Glad to see you back !! :)

[@gerikmd]

Great video. It's great that you understand and give help to the photography community. You both inspire and guide people. Kudos Sean. Thank you

[@FerrisThomas]

Having taken to shooting more film lately, I've completely embraced the "just make images without checking them" ideal. Thanks, Sean.

[@PosudjenaKnjiga]

Really needed to hear this right now. Thanks!

[@harveywalls1698]

Hi Sean I love videos, I have learn so much from watching them. Thank you

[@scottcosta7119]

Yes, indeed. My fear of losing the approval of others. Especially prior to watching your videos for the past several months. But you've helped me think of the long game and continued growth. And I'm grateful for that. I'm a continuing work in progress. Good to see you Sean. Wishing you positive vibes with every Roger Deakins movie I've been watching. ;) Thank you!

[@GrimPixels]

Another gem of a video. ❤️

[@stansabev]

Thank you Sean🙏🏻

[@AnnaNesinka]

Thank you so much! The best advice I've heard for my creativity 🙂

[@nataliamakarenko3547]

flipping the image upside down sounds like a great advice, thanks!

[@e.conwaybryansr.8626]

Thanks so much Sean...your work is extraordinary but you are a real gift to help the lives of so many. Peace, hope and strength on your journey as you continue to evolve and touch the world with your gifting. Be well.

[@photowalk.podcast]

As always, so well timed, it's almost like you're reading my state of mind! Simon Baxter's idea of flipping the image for the edit is inspiring. Thank you Sean, for another calming influence film on photographic life.

[@MehdiMahjoubi]

Thank you Sean !

[@colinrogers5006]

Glad you’re back

[@icyQ243]

Came to the right time. Thanks Sean.

[@Pat-1000]

Thanks for the notes , Stay well man ..enjoyed.

[@gilbertwalker6769]

What a wonderful sharing, Sean, born of your struggles with creativity and your willingness to risk! You've given me some ideas, and encouraged me to risk also. Thank you!

[@dylanwyatt7264]

Sean you’re awesome thank you!

[@rob_ward]

Honest, thoughtful and inspirational as always.

[@marklambert7734]

Thanks- insightful and instructive as ever. Enjoying Collection IV too- the images and the book are worth spending time with

[@rogerwyatt3246]

What an important and timely video. I suspect that I’m not the only image maker feeling ground down by the unrelenting pressure of the pandemic and related crises. Under those circumstances it’s very easy to end up in a creative rut. You suggest that we loosen up, dodge our rational selves, and lead with our gut. You are right. When I edit my films if I feel I’m in a rut I will review my footage with my eyes closed. Just about every time I will find something that I hadn’t thought about and find a new way to edit the footage. From where you stand determines what you see. If you don’t like what you’re seeing then stand in a different place. Once again you have created a process to get your viewers to higher creative ground. Well done and keep moving.

[@fgc1981]

Great one Sean!

[@meritrana2620]

You yes you are an inspiration for people like me. so thankful for your words... your every words has its own presence that I so look up to. Thank you Sean Thank you very much(:

[@RossJukesPhotography]

Great advice as always. Similar to the examples you gave, I found that changing ‘format’ helped me out of a rut, I started shooting film about 12 months ago or so and now, if I could only shoot one format, it would be 4x5 large format. I’ve found that the slower process has made me think a lot more about the ‘why’ of an image rather than churning out the same old digital images that started to feel like filler....

[@michaellee2652]

Don't know why I'm just now watching this Sean!! This was really good! I've been doing photography for 20 years now and I love the idea of just shooting full auto and then editing upside down. I feel like this will unlock something totally new to me! Thanks mate!!

[@Max-nt5ps]

Thank you, Sean. I love you.

[@daryljohnson9010]

Excellent advice Sean. Thank you. And greetings from icy Portland, OR

[@gnuhapi]

Thank you for a meaningful presentation.

[@danielbarakat]

Excellent video. I love the idea of shooting from the hip on auto then examining to see if you can find something fresh.

[@bradleybeck-hill8742]

Great video as always. Really nice advise and wise words.

[@EJKelly]

Well articulated. Thanks

[@jamiej.tilleyphotographyar5177]

After almost a year of feeling pretty inspired, I have spent the past two months feeling rather stuck. This video came at just the right time. Thank you!

[@nicknichols4249]

You are wise beyond your years, thank you for sharing your inspirational wisdom.

[@laurelb8372]

Thanks for this Sean, have been doing seascapes for some time but planning to venture out to a sunflowers field for a change. Time to play with close up or vista. I will give myself permission to play.

[@My24hradventure]

This is good timing for me. Thank you 👍

[@TjasaH92]

This intro is EVERYTHING 🖤 okay, back to watching.. 🙂