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It Was Never About Where I Came From

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The Beginning of a Legacy Chinese Mythology & Creativity: The Tales My Mother Told Me (Vol. 4)

Passion Does Not Pay the Bills Alone

Quote of the week – “Live Your Purpose, Not the Purpose Other People Want for You”

It Was Never About Where I Came From

Vinh Van LamJune 12, 2026
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Why Artists Need Input Before Output

The Beginning of a Legacy Chinese Mythology & Creativity: The Tales My Mother Told Me (Vol. 4)

Passion Does Not Pay the Bills Alone

Artist Tips

It Was Never About Where I Came From

Vinh Van LamJune 12, 2026
8

Why Artists Need Input Before Output

June 11, 2026

Quote of the week – “Live Your Purpose, Not the Purpose Other People Want for You”

June 8, 2026

Designer Tips

Threads of Triumph: Navigating the Rollercoaster of Surface Design Challenges

Vinh Van LamMarch 19, 2026
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Building a career in surface design is exciting, but it also comes with many challenges. Every project teaches us something...

Navigating your Surface Design Career Path

March 10, 2026

Letting Go to Grow: A Strategic Guide for Creative Entrepreneurs Reinventing Themselves

March 4, 2026

Navigating Solo: A Guide for Artists and Surface Designers in the Art Licensing Industry

February 24, 2026

Crafting Creativity: The Art of Structured Schedules for Artists and Designers

February 19, 2026

Business Tips

Why Artists Need Input Before Output

Vinh Van LamJune 11, 2026
25

Why Artists Need Input Before Output Many artists dream of creating work that is original, meaningful, and memorable. However, one...

Passion Does Not Pay the Bills Alone

June 9, 2026

Quote of the week – “Live Your Purpose, Not the Purpose Other People Want for You”

June 8, 2026

Winter Palettes & Creative Themes for Artists & Surface Designers

June 5, 2026

AI Is Not the Enemy: Why Refusing to Learn May Leave You Behind

June 4, 2026

Empowering Artists and Elevating Art

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Inspiration

Quote of the week – “Live Your Purpose, Not the Purpose Other People Want for You”

Creativity Is Not About Staying the Same

Don’t Leave Your Creative Dream in Someone Else’s Hands

Every New Week Asks the Same Question

Art Licensing

Turning Trade Show Experience Into Opportunity

Vinh Van LamMay 28, 2026
105

What Buyers Look for in Repeat Patterns

May 19, 2026

See You at Licensing Expo 2026: ArtSHINE Heads to Las Vegas from 19–21 May

May 8, 2026

Goal Setting

Setting Creative Goals That Actually Work

Vinh Van LamApril 10, 2026
158

At the start of every year, month, or even week, many creatives say the same thing: “I want to do...

The “Finish One Thing” Rule: How Completing Just One Project Can Transform Your Year

January 22, 2026

Starting Today Does Not Mean Finishing Today — It Simply Means Beginning

January 20, 2026

The Power of One Small Step: Why Tiny Creative Goals Lead to Big Results

December 10, 2025

The Creative Block That Taught Me to Slow Down

December 5, 2025

Interviews

Meet Our Bright Star of the Week: Kirana Haag

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Mindset

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Changing the World One Step at a Time

Vinh Van LamMay 15, 2026
129

When I was young, I often heard people say, “We can change the world.” At the time, I did not...

What to Do When You Feel Behind in Your Creative Career

April 29, 2026

Mindset Matters: Why Creative Growth Begins in the Mind

April 7, 2026

The Future Does Not Reward Intention. It Rewards Action.

March 23, 2026

Take Your Power Back: Understanding Procrastination and Learning to Move Forward Slowly

March 20, 2026

Global Tales

tales my mother told me (volume 4)

The Beginning of a Legacy Chinese Mythology & Creativity: The Tales My Mother Told Me (Vol. 4)

Vinh Van LamJune 10, 2026
49

Artwork illustrated by Anthony Van Lam “Every story my mother told me was more than a myth —it was a...

Honouring Memorial Day: A Time to Remember, Reflect, and Give Thanks

May 23, 2026

Mamma, You Are the One: A Mother’s Day Song for My Mum and Mothers Everywhere

May 1, 2026

Easter: The Quiet Power of Starting Again

April 3, 2026

Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day: The History, Significance, and Global Festivities

March 11, 2026

Lifestyle

Why Every Serious Gamer Needs a High-Quality Gaming Chair

Vinh Van LamApril 22, 2026
137

Image Source Back in 2017, I was lecturing in a college for the Game Design Accelerator program. At that time,...

Mindset Matters: Why Creative Growth Begins in the Mind

Vinh Van LamApril 7, 2026
178

  Creative success does not begin with talent alone. It begins with mindset. This may sound simple, but it is...

The Future Does Not Reward Intention. It Rewards Action.

Vinh Van LamMarch 23, 2026
258

The Future Does Not Reward Intention. It Rewards Action. – Vinh Van Lam Everyone has good intentions. “I will start...

Leaving a Legacy Through Creativity: Why Every Creative Soul Can Make Their Mark

Vinh Van LamSeptember 16, 2025
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In a world where time seems to fly, we often equate legacy with fame, wealth, or monumental achievements. We think...

Move Your Body, Clear Your Mind: Fitness for the Creatively Blocked

Vinh Van LamAugust 8, 2025
703

Image Source Struck by creativity gridlock? You could be a designer, writer, painter, or strategist, you’re familiar with hitting a...

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