What Is A Content Creator?

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The idea of being a content creator can be fun and interesting, especially with today’s modern technology.

It is definitely growing in demand as a career because many people are choosing to become digital nomads.

We’re all artists…

…Driven by respect for individuality and a generous helping of passion for the present.

This is spearheading a worldwide phenomenon known as the “democratization of creativity.”

Technology, particularly the smartphone, enables the average person to become a content creator. Even those who dislike the term can easily create and share media.

Today, with the help of the digital world, we are free to express our creativity in many ways.

From designing our homes and customising our vacations, through dating and even building our online brand, there are countless ways we can express our unique style. We can share stories of places we’ve visited and things we’ve bought. We can even seek advice on naming our kids with a bit of flair.

The digital world has made it easier than ever to cultivate and express our creativity however we choose.

For instance, recently-engaged couples can design a perfect wedding invitation quickly and easily. No need these days to involve a print shop designer or find a friend with Photoshop skills. With the help of free and accessible tools, anyone can refine their ideas using YouTube tutorials. 

The digital world makes it very clear that perfection isn’t necessary. Instead we should just confidently bring something into existence.

Don’t be afraid of creativity

As author Neil Gaiman says: “Go and make interesting mistakes, make amazing mistakes, make glorious and fantastic mistakes. Break rules. Leave the world more interesting for your being here.”

Maybe also take heed of advice from the greats: “If you hear a voice within you say ‘you cannot paint’ then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced.” Vincent van Gogh.

Don’t be afraid to challenge conventions and go against the grain. It will not only bring a sense of empowerment, but will also make the world around you that much more  fascinating.

Here’s the Urban Dictionary’s top definition of creativity showing where’s it’s at now:

Creativity: Playfulness — playing childishly with obvious, known or old information and ideas can produce something new and great.

This is creativity. It is the engine of imagination and the keel of not just science and art, but all intelligence, problem solving and dealing with life in general. Every child is born creative. It’s our key challenge to help our kids preserve their creativity into adulthood.

Blame 20th century pop culture — they started it!

Opening up art to everyone is a work in progress, although one that’s gaining popularity. For this reason, basics clothing brand Uniqlo launched “Art for All” in their New York flagship stores at the end of January 2018.

This brings accessible art products, talks, and art production workshops directly to the public. The initiative was inspired by 20th century pop duo Gilbert & George, who made the motto “Art for All” their mission statement.

Punk’s raw sound and rebellious lyrics, as exemplified in songs like “God Save The Queen”, changed the musical landscape completely. These early content creators showed that anyone could make music without the need for the vocal power of Elvis or the songwriting finesse of The Beatles.

This DIY approach was emphasised by many punk bands. They released and distributed their own recordings, actively rejecting the idea of ‘professionalism’. This inspired a whole generation to take up music, regardless of their technical ability.

Challenge traditional ideas

In another case, long before punk, the artists behind Dada and Surrealism were pioneers in challenging traditional ideas about art and the methods of creating it.

Marcel Duchamp made a bold statement with his “readymades”, displaying ordinary, mass-produced objects as art. This defied the conventional notions of artistic expression and the artist’s role as a skilled artisan.

This revolutionary concept overturned centuries of beliefs concerning art and the artist. Disruptors continue the trend today in technology, art, retail and many other fields.

The popularity of adult colouring books is growing rapidly, for instance. More and more people from all walks of life – office workers, mom bloggers, and clubbers – are using them to de-stress and find a creative outlet.

Titles like “Doogle Zen: Finding Creativity and Calm in a Sketchbook” allude to the spiritual benefits of the activity. Other books such as “Adult Colouring Book of Memes” bridge the gap between humour and mindfulness. 

Digital life as bridge to creativity

The digital revolution has transformed the way art is made and appreciated, making it more accessible than ever before. Just about anyone can create just about anything digitally these days.

Through the use of technology, traditional art forms like drawing, painting, design, and music composition have been transformed. Digital art is now often considered contemporary art.

Thanks to advances in digital culture, the smartphone has become a powerful tool for discovering and appreciating art. Apps like Daily Art – Your Daily Dose of Art provide users with a daily dose of inspiring classic, modern, and contemporary masterpieces.

With this technology, art is no longer just for the privileged few, but for all who seek to explore and enjoy it.

The Enlight Photofox app and other mobile photo editing software has brought a sense of liberation for users, as shown by the sheer amount of creative content on Instagram. From people merging into backgrounds to designs featuring graphic elements and galaxies, the possibilities are endless.

This shift in the way we create art has even inspired books. Titles such as “Painting Without Paint: Landscapes with your Tablet” and “Mobile Digital Art: Using the iPad and iPhone as Creative Tools” explore how digital tools can help unleash latent talent.

The revolutionary hobby of creating on mobile

Smartphone apps are challenging the idea that tech-led digital life is boring, offering users creative tools to explore a variety of interests.

Mobile apps offer a new way of expression. There is a huge range to choose from: writing communities (HaikuJAM calls itself a multiplayer writing game); ambient noise apps such as Coffitivity that can help overcome creative blocks; global crafting with Etsy. Of course there are also many apps to choose from for photo manipulation and creating your own videos too.

Even the basic phone camera can be used to capture unexpected occurrances. No matter the interest, there’s a mobile app that can help users explore it.

For many, taking a snap is just the starting point for a creative journey. Mobile phones may not have the same power as professional cameras, but modern devices like the iPhone X and Google Pixel 2 are certainly capable of producing stunning images.

With the help of photo-editing apps, anyone can easily and quickly turn an ordinary photograph into something extraordinary.

The accessibility of these apps has enabled people to express their artistic visions and unlock their creativity at little to no cost. Mobile photography has opened up a world of possibilities for anyone to create amazing visuals of their daily lives.

Data from several polls has revealed that Millennials prefer to share photographs on platforms such as Instagram and Snapchat rather than Facebook, which is more text-based. This has made photography accessible and exciting for people who may not have been interested in images before.

Everyone seems to be more confident in taking pictures of unusual moments and interesting people, adding their own unique artistic flair. Why shouldn’t you join them?

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