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Our theme for January is JOURNEY. It was chosen by our Muscat chapter in Oman and illustrated by Salim Al Salami.

Let’s go. Let’s get out there and see what the world has waiting for us.

By putting ourselves in a new environment or experience, we gain a different perspective. That sense of discovery sparks fresh inspiration. If your brain feels stuck, try moving your feet.

So, let’s travel somewhere we’ve never been. Either down the street or across a far-off border, there’s so many places to explore. Or we can take a metaphorical journey like unlocking personal growth in therapy, advancing on our career paths, or undergoing a spiritual awakening. Or we can enjoy a journey into imagination through a book, film, or other work of art.

As we travel through life, everyone you meet is at a different point in their own unique journey. Some of us know where we’re going. While other paths are full of twists, turns, and obstacles thrown in our way. The trick is to embrace the detours and delays. Because there are no shortcuts on a journey of self-discovery or creative expression.

Just please remember: you are not traveling alone

Our theme for November is THREAD. It was chosen by our Derby chapter in the United Kingdom, illustrated by Carla Dee, and is presented by our global partner Adobe.

Have you ever pulled on a loose thread in a sweater or sock? Things can unravel quickly.

The creative process can feel like that. A nagging thought, an imperfect bit, or a big tangled mess. But maybe that thread is trying to tell you something. Follow it and see where it takes you.

Because thread is both a physical and metaphorical tool of creativity. In film and literature, a “thread” is the progression of a plot line or theme that helps tie the narrative together. While in sewing, weaving, embroidery, and knitting, the “thread” physically embellishes and holds the piece together.

No wonder a loose thread is so hard to ignore.

It turns out that all the good and bad in your life is forming a beautiful tapestry.

Our theme for October is VISION. It was chosen by our Riyadh chapter in Saudi Arabia and illustrated by Razan Alshalan.

How do you see the world? How do you want to change it?

Vision refers both to the sense of sight and our ability to imagine the future. Are you focused on the little details? Can you see the big picture?

As we age, our eyesight begins to deteriorate; seeing objects up close gets more difficult. And as we gain experience, what we want to accomplish evolves. Will your life grow darker or brighter?

Each creative act involves seeing something in your mind’s eye then attempting to make it a reality. A painter, an architect, and every other type of artist or craftsman has a vision for their work. What message, emotion, or impact do you want to convey in yours?

You are your own visionary. What do you want to see?

Next Event: 04.October Selina Holesinsky about Reflection at Loft & Lumia

Selina is a creative strategist with a knack for words and writing. She stumbled into the Paris TBWA office when she was 17 and knew she wanted to work with brands and culture ever since. In the industry for over 10 years now with stops in Berlin, San Francisco, Hamburg and lately Vienna, she is as eager to learn and develop brands and stories, as she was back then in Paris.

Foto Credit: Gabriel Hyden

Meet our next speaker: Gabriel Roland is the director of VIENNA DESIGN WEEK. Besides leading the team organising Austria’s largest curated design festival, he is directly responsible for many of its international relations, commissions and special projects. For example, he initiated the Virtual Festival Headquarters of 2020 and curates the festival’s renowned ‘Passionswege’ format, which brings together design and craft. Roland has a background in textile design as well as fashion and art writing. Besides VIENNA DESIGN WEEK, he was involved in projects bridging topics as diverse as toys, digital media, pop culture, and the contemporary art market.


Foto: Erli Grünzweil, [erligruenzweil.com](http://erligruenzweil.com “‌”)


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This month we will be back at @‌leica_camera_austria 💚 Your place for photography, learnings, creation and exhibitions in Vienna’s first district. Since end of July the gallery space shows “Women on the Frontline of Climate Change“ – three photo series from female perspectives. So mark August 30th in your calendar, join us for our monthly talk and breakfast, enjoy the exhibition and try out some cool @‌leica_camera_austria cameras! 📸

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Meet Matt Smithson @matt__smithson, who illustrated our RITUAL theme for August! He is a director, animator, and painter whose work is influenced by his dreams and daily circumstances. Explore some of Matt’s favorite works on the #CreativeMornings blog #CMritual

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What do skydiving and portrait photography have in common? – It’s two things: TRUST and Werner Streitfelder.

The photographer will tell us more about his career and approach on photography and how he started his heart project 2012 FACES. He will even work his magic LIVE on stage at Das Packhaus. Get ready for some action at our next event! Disclaimer: No worries, this action does not involve great hights for our participants 😉

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