Birth is simultaneously the most frightening and the most beautiful phenomenon that occurs on the planet. The journey from conception to inception is rarely without trials and tribulations but perhaps this is what makes it so rewarding. Whether it’s the early morning eureka moment that births the infectious lyric to a track, or the slight brush of paint that brings out the character of a masterpiece: the process is just as essential as the product.

We spoke to creatives from different fields about how they circumvent creatives, how to nurture your work, and what the meaning of birth is to them. Over the next week, we will be sharing our conversations with these multi-disciplinary artists, for an in-depth account of the work it takes to produce art.

Thumbnail Image: Bai Joiner

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