I've been a creative person in non-creative corporate environments for nearly three decades, and I have learned that non-creative people and creative people don't have the same understanding of what new ideas are and where new ideas come from.

Like it or not, creative people's brains and non-creative people's brains do not work the same. For any non-creative or non-artistic person looking to work with a creative or artistic person, there are some important details about creative people, creative motivation, and the creative mind that needs to be understood if the goal is to achieve best results. Let's talk about them.

I had the pleasure of interviewing a long-time friend, Thurston Johnson, who is the only black, full-time forensic artist in America. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about this oft-overlooked career for artists and learn how you can get a job in the field.You can find Thurston Johnson on Instagram at @dukes_artspace

I hear from so many artists, both in person and via social media posts, who complain about their own family and friends not supporting them. Let's discuss the very natural reason why this is true.

It's not just you, there is a real conflict between social media and artists (painters, drawers, etc). Let's discuss it.

Advice for artists who feel like the audience for their art isn't growing

Modern society is constantly trying to force people who are multi-talented to pick just one thing to do. Don't fall for the trap, because for the multi-talented, that does not produce happiness or fulfillment.

I am often asked by aspiring artists how will they know that they are a "real" artist. Let's discuss that.