How to Unlock Your Creativity

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Aaron dorkin is a poet, journalist and social entraprener. He's also an accomplished violinist who has served on arts councils under presidents obama and byden. We've tips for unlocking your creativity, no matter what you're calling it. So roll up your sleeves, get out your sketch pad - we'll be right back.

Elaine picked up watercolor painting during her two year, cross country RV adventure with her family. She quickly fell in love with gorgeous nature scenes and found the creative process meditative and healing. But now she’s wondering if her art could be something more. On this episode of How To!, multitalented artist Aaron Dworkin has tips for Elaine and other aspiring artists on how to live a ‘portfolio life’ by finding your signature style, following your passions and ultimately getting paid. He also shares insights for unlocking your creativity even if you don’t fancy yourself an artist.

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