brings together
emotionally-intelligent
Creatives-of-all-kinds
who are ready to
cultivate a consistent creative practice,
and expand their network
so we can
stay inspired,
make HUGE creative strides,
and enjoy the most creative years of our lives!
What The Spark File Community Members are saying…
'The Spark File is welcoming, safe and f*ing fun! I have been reminded to trust my instincts, to take risks, and to embrace the beauty of imperfection.'
Gina N.
Artist
'The Spark File gave me permission to try without judgment. It is so inspiring to be around other people who are doing cool shit. It made me think ‘I can do cool shit, too!'
Amanda W.
Entrepreneur, Author
'The Spark File changed my life.'
Tim B.
Author
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An Uplifting and Supportive Journey into Your CREATIVITY
In The Spark File Creative Community, you’ll move from feeling creatively stuck, scattered, or solo — to showing up consistently, making meaningful progress, and reconnecting with your creative self.
This is your creative home — a warm, positive, and inspiring community where your ideas are nurtured, your projects are celebrated, and your creativity has space to thrive.
You’ll also come to understand what we’ve seen time and again in our years of creative coaching:
Creativity isn’t just a talent — it’s a practice.
And smart creatives don’t go it alone.
We believe everyone is creative — but creativity requires fuel and friends.
That’s why The Spark File Creative Community exists: to help you reclaim your creativity, make it a joyful part of your daily life, and explore your full creative potential in the company of kindred spirits.
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The creative journey is never a straight line.
From our decades of creating and coaching creatives, we can share a map of the creative process:
The Spark File Creative Community travels together — a journey of exploration, making, reflecting, and growing. It’s an ever-evolving path that deepens your creative practice with each cycle.
Every month, we’ll focus on different facets of creativity — from generating new ideas, to getting unstuck, to completing what you start — so that you’re always expanding, learning, and creating at a deeper level.
You’ll find yourself more connected to your creativity, your voice, and your unique contribution to the world.
Step in, spark up, and let’s see where your creativity takes you!
Inside The Spark File Creative Community, You’ll Experience:
The Like-Minded Creative Community
Surround yourself with socially- and emotionally-intelligent people who believe in making creativity a priority — just like you.
And all of them agree to our 'don’t be a dick' policy.
You can read our community guidelines below.
Daily SparkStarters
A steady stream of fresh prompts and provocations to keep your imagination fueled and the community connected.
Live Weekly Creativity Labs
Tuesdays from 5-6:30pm ET (holiday weeks excluded)
Creativity thrives with time and space, which is why we host The Spark File Creativity Lab almost every week.
At the lab, you choose how you want to spend your time...
The Quiet Car
In every Creativity Lab, a peaceful, library-like breakout room for heads-down, focused work. Cameras off, distractions minimized.
The Cabaret Car
In every Creativity Lab, a lively ‘open mic night’ that provides space for reading, performing, or sharing work aloud — perfect for creatives who want to practice in front of a friendly audience.
Monthly Live Coaching
Once a month in Creativity Lab, bring your questions to a live ‘Office Hours’ session led by a Spark File Creativity Coach. Targeted coaching in a group setting to help you navigate creative blocks, gain clarity, and stay on track.
Monthly Making Time
1 Saturday per month
11am - 12:30pm ET
Moderated by a Spark File Creativity Coach, we gather on Zoom for dedicated time and space to move your creative work forward, or dust off a "just for fun" creative project you've been yearning to make.
Creative Resources
An ever-growing collection of resources designed to help you start, sustain, and complete creative work.
Creativity Workshops & Special Surprises
Invitations to sessions that will expand your skills, refresh your perspective, and keep your practice growing. Plus the occasional surprise!
PLUS! Discounted invitations to select special events!
WHAT KIND OF CREATIVE WORK GETS MADE IN THE SPARK FILE?
Theatre Companies have been launched. Stories, Poetry, and Essays have been written. Keynotes have been given. Recipes have been invented. Gallery shows have opened. Podcasts have been produced. Musicals have been composed. Curriculum has been crafted. Small businesses have been born. Fragrances have been formulated. Variety shows have been performed. Halloween haunts have been concepted. Albums have been recorded and released. Crowdsourcing campaigns have been funded. Established businesses have been restructured. Shows, screenplays, and TV pilots have been written. New careers and income streams have been developed. Social media brands and channels have been established.
MEET THE FOUNDERS
Susan Blackwell and Laura Camien have been creative collaborators for 20+ years.
Their creative work has been seen on stages, TV & Film screens, and bookstore shelves around the world.
Together with a team of coaches and guest artist instructors, all professional creatives themselves, Susan and Laura guide you and your creative process from idea to completion.
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