Constraint Begets Creativity
A list of constraints:
deadlines
the desire for approval from a particular person
boredom: i.e. the infinite vastness or perhaps illusion of space-time and, therefore, possible discomfort with being with oneself (i.e. one’s thoughts) for too long
the laws of physics <3
using only 6 notes across all keys
bank account balance
any kind of perceived urgency: needing to pee badly with restricted bathroom access, birth of a child, hunger, cold
credentials: age, race, sex, “5-10 years of industry experience for entry level position, masters or PhD required”
the misunderstood ego
the unfavorable limitations within the present moment
a blank canvas…