Writing portfolio
A selection of my writing, both personal and commissioned by freelance clients and publications.
On becoming a minimalist: 8 things I learned after selling 90% of my possessions (plus a couple of regrets)
Personal essay
Essay reflecting on minimalism and my experience selling 90% of my personal belongings to move from Australia to the Czech Republic with my double bass and a handful of clothes. Includes links to relevant references, books, blogs and other recommended resources.
What I learnt writing a piece a day (for a year)
How-to article / personal essay for CutCommon Magazine
Personal essay on my experience writing a piece of music a day for a year for The Song-Chain Project, with actionable advice drawn from the lessons I learned over the course of the project. Commissioned by CutCommon Magazine, an online magazine for emerging classical musicians.
Working through your blocks
Personal essay for ArtsHub
Personal essay on my experience writing a song a day for a year, what I learned, and how readers can implement tools and techniques to work more productively. Commissioned by ArtsHub, Australia's leading independent online resource dedicated to the world of the arts.
Sobriety and Creativity
Personal essay
A personal essay reflecting on the relationship between alcohol, sobriety and creativity.
A year of double bass
Personal essay
A personal essay reflecting on my first year learning double bass as an adult learner.
The Life Cycle of Creative Work
Personal essay
Personal essay on my experience with three phases of creative work: Practice, Creation and Promotion, and what it means to wear multiple hats as a freelance creative worker.
Social Media and Creativity (in a time of Covid-19)
Personal essay
Personal essay exploring the impact of social media on creativity and mental health.
My first year as a freelancer
Personal essay
A personal essay reflecting on my first year as a freelancer and some ideas for overcoming the financial and emotional challenges of working for yourself.