92 Positive affirmations for creative people

What are affirmations?

An affirmation is a short powerful statement. It is the practice of positive thinking and self-empowerment and helps give you a positive mental attitude.

Why do artists and creatives need to use affirmations?

As artists, we have a tendency to allow self-doubt to creep in. We often doubt our abilities as an artist and worry that others will not find our work to be worthy.

I have heard many an artist say they can’t sell their work for what it is worth or that they are not a professional artist. Many believe the mindset of the starving artist syndrome and come from a place of lack.

How do you change the mindset of artists?

You change your mindset by thinking positively about your artist’s practice.

“Did you know, 80% of your sub-conscience thoughts are negative thoughts?”

In order to change our way of thinking, we need to create a daily affirmation.

How do I create a daily affirmation?

Each day write down or say aloud a positive statement about your art practice. It needs to created with the intent of being positive, motivating and thought-provoking.

• You need to state it as truth and believe it.
• Make it in the present tense, for instance, I am a thriving artist and not, I will be a thriving artist.
• Speak it as it has already happened
• Don’t use any negative words
• Keep it brief and simple
• Make it specific to you and your practice

How do I use the affirmations?

You need to make a connection with your daily affirmations.

You can make the connection by

• writing it down and carrying it with you during the day
• place it next to the piece you are working on
• refer to it every time you will negative thoughts creeping in
• place it next to your bed or under your pillow and read it several times before going to sleep
• doodle while thinking of the affirmation, doodles help connect with the sub-conscience mind

To help you get started, I have made a list of 92 creative affirmations. Pick any that resonate with you and tweak it to suit you.

Creative Affirmations

1. I create from a place of abundance and joy
2. There are no mistakes in my art, only happy accidents
3. My creative ideas flow effortlessly
4. I always have to get creative
5. Anything I can imagine, I can create
6. My divine creativity knows no limits
7. My creative practice supports me in all that I need
8. I have an infinite pool of creative ideas
9. I am buzzing with new and exciting ideas
10. I was born to live a creative life
11. I am a talented artist
12. I celebrate my infinite creativity
13. I am always inspired
14. I am destined to create great things
15. I was born to create
16. I inspire others with my creativity
17. I have unlimited creative ideas
18. I find inspiration everywhere
19. I am free to pursue my passion
20. I see only beauty and wonder around me
21. My creativity connects me with the world
22. My ideas are unique and inspiring
23. I solve problems with ease
24. I value my creativity
25. I am a creator of new ideas
26. I am at my best when I get out of my comfort zone
27. I am connected to my creative inner child
28. I trust my inner creative guide
29. I am in my happy place
30. I am grateful for my creative gift
31. My art is divinely guided
32. I am innovative, creative and passionate
33. I love sharing my creativity with others
34. I am the creator of my life
35. Magic happens when I am being creative
36. I release the need to be perfect
37. I am a thriving artist
38. I have an abundance of ideas
39. I love exploring my creative talents
40. My creative skills improve daily
41. Being creative fills me with joy
42. I am an abundant artist
43. I am not intimidated by success
44. I welcome success
45. My art is worthy
46. Creating heals my soul
47. I find it easy to share my art
48. I am thankful for the gift of free expression
49. I am prosperous and living the life of my dreams
50. Every day I attract abundance
51. I know what needs to be done and do it
52. I am born to do great things
53. I bring joy to the world
54. The world wants more of what I have to offer
55. Creating wonderful art is my calling
56. I come from a place of positivity
57. I can easily tap into my creative energy
58. I have a positive mindset
59. I can do anything I set my mind to
60. I have a successful art career
61. I let my imagination run wild
62. I give myself permission to be creative
63. I am a creative thinker
64. There are no limits to my creativity
65. My mind is free and open
66. I create with ease
67. I push through my fears
68. I make things happen
69. Energy flows through my every being
70. I choose to create
71. Creativity is my birthright
72. I have a stream of creativity supporting my dreams
73. I trust that what I focus on will grow
74. I surround myself with like-minded creatives
75. Creativity heals my soul
76. The universe works fast when I am having fun
77. I have all I need to be creative
78. My creativity lights up the world
79. My art is divinely guided
80. I am an abundant artist.
81. I have an abundant art career
82. I always come up with new ideas easily.
83. I am not intimidated by success.
84. I deserve to make lots of money from my art
85. With each art sale, selling my artwork becomes easier.
86. I can talk easily about my art.
87. My confidence is getting better the more I talk about my art
88. Talking about my art comes naturally and flows from me.
89. I always welcome criticism
90. I love creating art
91. I am enjoying the process of selling my art
92. Reading and writing positive affirmations help achieve my goals.

I hope this list helps to shift your mindset and create the life of your dreams.