Creating that "Creative Space"
Dec. 12, 2009 8 Comments Posted under: Actions for Changemakers, Inspiration for Changemakers
Every creative soul needs that space where she can just be–where being in the zone comes as easily as sipping a cup of tea.
My idea of the perfect creative space is one where I can meditate, dream, read, write, ruminate, paint, cut-and-paste, and plan out meaningful changes–whether alone or with other kindred souls. If I were to design my dream home, there would be lots of greens; organic materials such as wood, bamboo, and stone; art works; mementos from travels from around the country and around the world; a library for my beloved books and magazines; a nice solid desk for writing, dreamboarding, or painting; a nice jamming area for Paul’s friends to connect with the rhythmic vibe; and a nice dining table for sharing meals with family and friends (and plotting out the next creative idea). It would have to be a clever mix of vintage and contemporary, of countryside charm and urban living; of funk and Zen.
And so, feeling all cabin fever-ish and restless, I decided to channel my inner tension into something more productive: dreamboarding! (After all, the first step to achieving something is visualizing it.) I popped in a CD of beach wave sounds (and supposedly with subliminal messages of abundance), while hubby settled into a corner of the bed and started playing his aquadrum. Once in the zone, I did one of the things I do best: CUT AND PASTE.
Here’s what it looked like in the end:
Dreamboard of my creative space (December 2009)
The next series of photos are a bit blurred because they came from my camera phone after the original camera died. In any case, I hope these will inspire YOU to MAKE YOUR OWN DREAMBOARD. 
"Make space... where the living is easy"
What is space?
Make a space for YOU
My dream space will have beautiful details--each with their own story to tell
Do you want to learn how to make your own dreamboard? Check out this SlideShare presentation below:
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Robbie said:
Jun. 13, 2010
I’ve always wanted to do one of these dreamboards in my room cause I heard that it motivates you to get to your goals easier, or something to that effect, kinda like the whole ‘The Secret’ thing.
But I never really got to making one. Hahaha.
jean said:
Apr. 25, 2010
this is a very interesting post. i like your blog!very informative and inspiring. More power to you and heaven bless you.
ninaterol said:
Dec. 14, 2009
Hooray, Neva! Have fun with the dreamboard and good luck in bringing it to life!
neva said:
Dec. 14, 2009
hi nina!
this post is so perfect! i’m in the process of making our dreamboard (more of a dream folder actually haha)for our future house. cheers to you nina
ninaterol said:
Dec. 13, 2009
Thank you, THANK YOU MUCHO, Loes! I continue to be inspired by your generosity and look forward to the day when we can all dreamboard again, all in the same country
Loes said:
Dec. 13, 2009
Love your dreamboard, Nines! Here’s to dreaming and making our dreams come true, and to the day that we can do a live dreamboard circle again!
ninaterol said:
Dec. 13, 2009
THANK YOU SO MUCH for your kind words! At the end of the day, we try to do what we can to make life more meaningful. Good luck with your own journey! I hope to see you here more often
denmor said:
Dec. 13, 2009
I am a forever student, 39, but get’s more youthful by the day. It’s only lately that I have started to share what I’ve written. Maybe that has something to do with it. Creating. Expressing. Sharing. Teaching. Advocating. I am learning a lot from your posts. “Thank you” is really what I’d like to say.