Newsletters Every Creative Person Must Follow
Everyone needs a little bit of inspiration every now and then. Check out this list of creative newsletters to follow and find your muse.
10 Creative Newsletters to Follow
Brain Pickings features the musings of writer and curious mind Maria Popova, as well as the latest news from the worlds of art, science, history and more. Each weekly newsletter is packed with inspirational, intriguing and intelligent articles that are sure to pique the interest of your creative mind.
The Writer’s Digest weekly newsletter features writing advice, tips, information and inspiration for writers of all types. From writing prompts and inspiration that help you get your pencil to paper, to news from the world of writing and publishing, Writer’s Digest is essential reading for any aspiring author and anyone who values creativity.
ArtDaily is a daily (that’s right, every day!) newsletter that offers up the latest art news, inspirational photos, exhibition information, featured artists and more. As the self-proclaimed “First Art Newspaper on the Net,” ArtDaily seeks to be the premiere resource for all things art-related.
The Animation World Network newsletters feature animation industry news, animation and effects tutorials, articles and even job postings. If you’re an animator or someone who is interested in animation, AWN has a newsletter for you.
DIY Daily is the brainchild of musician, band manager and record label owner Brian Thompson. In it, he shares industry news, marketing advice and social media tips for musicians, as well as creative inspiration. As someone who has worked everywhere from record stores to back stage, Brian is an expert when it comes to the music business and the creativity it requires.
The Art Web newsletter takes pride in the fact that it is put together “by artists for artists.” And, truly, who understands the needs, motivations and struggles of an artist better than other artists? The Art Web newsletter features advice, creativity tips and inspiration for artists of all types and gives an artist’s perspective into the world of, well, art.
The Poets & Writers website has been a favorite of mine for a long time now, and their newsletter doesn’t disappoint. The P&W newsletter features tips, writing prompts, inspiration, contests, job postings and more for writers, poets and authors. It is a must read for anyone who believes the pencil is mightier than the sword.
Muse’s News is a monthly newsletter aimed at songwriters of all types. Every issue contains contests, articles, tips and other ways to help you get over your creativity block. Editor Jodi Krangle has been publishing Muse’s News for over thirteen years, so she knows a thing or two about songwriting and the challenges it presents.
No list of newsletters for creatives would be complete without our very own Pencils.com newsletter. Each biweekly issue features articles that explore the creative process, pencils and the people who use them, contests that let you show off your creativity and tips and tutorials from our team of teaching artists. On top of all of that, you also get access to exclusive discounts and promotions that are only available to newsletter subscribers.
Do you have a favorite newsletter that didn’t make the list? Sound off in the comments section below!
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