personal growth
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The Winter of the Absent Muse
In a season where inspiration should whisper through the quiet hush of snow, I find only silence. This winter has left me creatively barren, my vision dulled, my hunger for expression absent. Yet, I must move—force the hand, take the photograph, and hope that something, somehow, stirs awake. Continue reading
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On the Influence of Art: A Philosophical Inquiry into Creativity, Constraint, and Inspiration
Can too much influence confine an artist’s creativity? Influence shapes both freedom and constraint. While it offers a foundation, it also poses a paradox: it fuels creativity yet risks stifling originality. Artists grapple with this tension, transforming inherited traditions into something profoundly unique, seeking a delicate balance between inspiration and innovation. Continue reading
Shayan Afzal 