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2016 A through Z Blogger's Challenge Theme Reveal


2016 A through Z Blogger’s Challenge
Daily Creativity Hacks

"Orchid 6B" sumi-ink on printmaking paper. c. Stephanie Rose Bird, 2015

One of the toughest issues facing creative people of all strips, is creative blocks. The theme of my 2016 A through Z Blogger’s Challenge is Daily Creativity Hacks, inspirational ideas to play with, to get you through those dull spots that stand in the way between you and creative flow.

These days the words hack and hacks are used in many different ways. I'm using hacks to mean a clever solution to a tricky problem. Think of hacks as quick fixes, remedies, rituals or exercises. 

 Are you struggling with creative blocks? During April you’ll find an A to Z blog post offering mind-expanding ideas and new ways of thinking of old ones, all designed to enhance your creative outlook. 

Tune in, all during April. I will be blogging 6 days a week, taking Sunday’s off as a breather. I’ll be visiting as many blogs, by fellow blog challenge participants and others, as possible during that period and leaving comments. I hope you’ll stop in and visit Stephanie's Studio, feeling free join the site, ask questions or leave comments and your creative input, as well as additional ideas.
"Nuggets" colored pencil on paper. c. Stephanie Rose Bird



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  1. JazzFeathersMarch 21, 2016 at 6:43 AM

    Sounds awesome. YOu never know when you'll need one of these... hacks ;-)

    @JazzFeathers
    The Old Shelter - Jazz Age Jazz

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  2. Tasha Duncan-DrakeMarch 21, 2016 at 7:06 AM

    What a great idea - creativity can be such a frustrating thing when it's playing hard to get. I look forward to hearing your ideas during April.
    Tasha
    Tasha's Thinkings | Wittegen Press | FB3X (AC)

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    1. Stephanie BirdMarch 21, 2016 at 7:48 AM

      Yes the muse is a jealous and fickle one at times, for sure!

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  3. Nilanjana BoseMarch 21, 2016 at 7:38 AM

    That's going to be useful, I am going to be back. Great theme, and I completely love your art!

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  4. Chrys FeyMarch 21, 2016 at 7:39 AM

    This theme will help a lot of creative people. :)

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  5. Anna TanMarch 21, 2016 at 7:56 AM

    Sounds fun.
    Looking forward to it!

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    1. Stephanie BirdMarch 22, 2016 at 5:23 AM

      Anna, I hope you'll find this to be a fun space!

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  6. bettyMarch 21, 2016 at 8:10 AM

    That is a very interesting theme; when I think of the word hack I think of computer hackings, but I like your definition far better!

    Thanks for visiting my blog :)

    betty

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    1. Stephanie BirdMarch 31, 2016 at 3:05 PM

      Betty you're very welcome! I love it when words have such diverse meanings, ranging from horrible to helpful.

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  7. Hilary Melton-ButcherMarch 21, 2016 at 8:45 AM

    Hi Stephanie - these will be fun ... and I look forward to your ideas. Being creative can be challenging - and I'm sure your art amazes ... as you let us into your secrets ... cheers Hilary

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  8. Deborah WeberMarch 21, 2016 at 11:01 AM

    What an excellent and welcome topic Stephanie - can't wait to read your posts.

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    1. Stephanie BirdMarch 22, 2016 at 5:22 AM

      I can't wait to write them all, LOL! Thanks Deborah!

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  9. SaraMarch 21, 2016 at 1:52 PM

    Awesome topic! Looking forward to April!

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  10. Optimistic ExistentialistMarch 22, 2016 at 1:50 AM

    I love the "nuggets" drawing...WOW

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  11. BevimusMarch 22, 2016 at 11:53 AM

    What an awesome theme! I'm always looking for new writing prompts and other tricks to get me writing- this is going to so helpful! Thanks for making this your theme!!!

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  12. A Tarkabarka HölgyMarch 22, 2016 at 5:42 PM

    Oh, I could definitely use some of these in my life! :) Awesome theme! See you in April! :)

    @TarkabarkaHolgy from
    The Multicolored Diary
    MopDog

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  13. tawnyaMarch 23, 2016 at 8:59 AM

    Love your theme! Can't wait to use some of your creativity hacks!

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    1. Stephanie BirdMarch 23, 2016 at 1:18 PM

      Thanks Tawnya! I love your theme. Can't wait to read you posts. Am following you now on Google+.

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  14. Beverley BairdMarch 23, 2016 at 1:05 PM

    What a great theme! I've been suffering a writer's block on and off for a year. Looking forward to following yours.

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    1. Stephanie BirdMarch 23, 2016 at 1:19 PM

      Thanks! I like your theme too. Looking forward to April.

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  15. Susan ScottMarch 24, 2016 at 11:46 PM

    Great idea Stephanie thank you! Golly, April just about here!

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  16. martineMarch 28, 2016 at 7:04 AM

    HI, hope you enjoy the A to Z, I will pop back and read your hacks.

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