Calling in all vibrant,
emotionally-intelligent creatives for…
A transformational 6-month course in creativity
that will take you
from DREAMING about what you want to create
to CREATING what you’ve been dreaming about
"The Spark File is spiritual and emotional scaffolding for my creativity."
Celia Keenan-Bolger, Tony Winning Actor
"I've accomplished things I've wanted to do for years."
Hunter Bell, Tony Nominated Writer
"The Spark File is more impactful for me than my 3 degrees."
Elizabeth Gentner, Coach, Entrepreneur, Performer, Activist
"It's a Masters program in creativity."
Erin Kane, Writer, Producer
Have you spent *years* dreaming about a creative project you want to tackle ‘someday’?
Do you dive head first into fun, new, creative projects only to shelve them at the first sign of difficulty or distraction?
Do you have trouble choosing how to direct your creative energy?
Do you yearn for more rich, consistent creativity in your busy life, but you can’t seem to find the time or space?
Has past criticism or old creative wounds shut down your creativity?
Are you stopped by the vampires, fears and negative stories that stand between you and your creative self expression?
Do you deliver when you are supporting someone else’s vision, but lose momentum with your own creative work?
Are you an interpretive artist who has long-desired to originate your own work, and to enjoy personal agency in your creative career?
Do you seek connection with fellow smart, inspiring, socially-intelligent creatives?
Do you thrive with accountability, structure and deadlines?
YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
WE KNOW FIRST-HAND THAT TAKING THE RISK TO PURSUE YOUR BIG CREATIVE DREAMS CAN FEEL DAUNTING AND SCARY.
And oftentimes, it can feel easier to keep ourselves ‘safe’ by deferring our creative impulses, putting them off for ‘another day’, or dedicating our creative energy to other people's projects.
The Spark File BLAZE offers a different approach.
We have developed a unique, project-based process that delivers proven results.
Within our creative 'safe space',
guided by experienced coaches,
you will
clarify your artistic vision,
declare your creative goals,
and take big creative swings.
We believe that everyone is creative.
And smart creatives don't go it alone.
Supported by The Spark File team of world-class coaches, you'll learn how to prioritize your creative voice, and experience the thrill of creative self-expression...
all while being surrounded by a curated community of kind, emotionally-intelligent creatives who provide accountability, inspiration and encouragement.
YES, The Spark File has created a fun, empowering space where you can connect with your deepest creativity.
YES, our gifted, seasoned coaches can support you as you clarify your vision and accomplish your wildest creative goals.
YES, The Spark File has curated a community of kind, intelligent creatives who provide inspiration and encouragement as you reach new creative heights.
YES, BLAZE features thoughtfully-designed project-based curriculum that provides you with a proven framework for personal and creative transformation.
YES, we provide a rigorous-yet-kind, artist-centered approach to creative feedback that leaves you feeling confident, empowered and excited to continue towards your creative goals.
YES, BLAZE offers practical support, accountability, and deadlines.
Within 6 months, this fun-yet-transformational experience, you'll move from…
"What exactly do I want to make?"
to
“What path do I want to take?”
to
“I can’t believe I’m doing it!”
to
"I accomplished something I've been wanting to create for years!"
Here are just a few of the
Big Creative Goals
that have been accomplished in
The Spark File BLAZE:
Stories have been told.
Novels have been drafted.
Keynotes have been given.
Cakes have been invented.
Gallery shows have opened.
Podcasts have been posted.
Photos have been processed.
Eulogies have been delivered.
Musicals have been composed.
Curriculum has been developed.
Small businesses have been born.
Fragrances have been formulated.
Movements have been architected.
Variety shows have been produced.
Poetry and essays has been crafted.
Theatre companies have been launched.
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.
WANT TO CONNECT?
To schedule a no-pressure call to assess if BLAZE is right for you...
HOW TO KNOW IF THIS IS THE RIGHT TIME FOR YOU?
If, within 6 months, you would love to:
- Work with seasoned, accomplished creativity coaches who provide ongoing support, insight and practical resources
- Clarify and articulate a creative vision that makes your heart sing
- Craft your personalized, step-by-step Creative Roadmap so you have a clear path towards that vision
- Receive (and provide) accountability, encouragement and inspiration
- Widen your network to include a community of vibrant, emotionally-intelligent creatives
- Experience a feedback process that centers, uplifts and emboldens you to keep advancing your creative vision
- Explore concepts that immediately uplevel your creative process
- Absorb creative wisdom from world-class guest experts
- Expand your creative comfort zone by normalizing artistic risk
- Empower your unique creative voice
- Strengthen your confidence as an originating artist
- MAKE MAJOR STRIDES TOWARDS YOUR CREATIVE GOALS
What's included?
- 6 months of 2-hour group creativity sessions led by Creativity Coaches Susan Blackwell and Laura Camien (most Saturdays from 11:30am - 1:30pm ET, October 2023 to April 2024)
- Curriculum that speaks to creative's needs and challenges. Past sessions have explored imposter syndrome, perfectionism, resistance, and creative sustainability
- Exclusive sessions with world-class guest experts and coaches. Past guests have included Freestyle Love Supreme creator Anthony Veneziale, Tony winner Celia Keenan-Bolger, Tony winner Laura Benanti, NY Times best-selling children's book author Jill Twiss, and independent publishing expert Jeniffer Thompson
- Opportunities to clarify your creative vision and declare your Big Creative Goal
- As you advance towards your Big Creative Goal, 3 opportunities to share your work and receive feedback via The Spark File Feedback Process-an artist-centered approach that clarifies your next steps, and energizes you to keep going!
- Accountability Check-ins
- Monthly Thought Partnerships
- The Spark File Creativity Lab with the full Spark File community (2x per week)
- Private voice and text message thread with your BLAZE cohort so you can seek resources, share updates, and cheer each other on
- Private voice and text message thread with The Spark File team, providing a direct line of communication with your Coaches, and personal mentorship in your pocket
- Complimentary invitations to special events hosted by The Spark File, including the upcoming 2024 New Year Creativity Kickoff
- Coaching and support from The Spark File team every step of the way…
MEET YOUR GUIDES
Laura Camien + Susan Blackwell have been creative collaborators for 20+ years.
Between us, we have 50+ years of collective creative experience including producing, performing, promoting, curating, writing, teaching, coaching, interviewing, and more.
Highlights include:
- We collaborated on the creation of Tony-nominated [title of show], producing and/or performing the show from it's off-off Broadway inception to it's debut on Broadway
- Susan co-created, starred in, and licensed, the Off-Broadway show NOW. HERE.THIS. featuring "The Golden Palace"
- Laura spent 20+ years building the Blue Man Group brand around the world and served as the Creative Director and Head Writer for the book, Blue Man World
- We have worked with world renowned creative institutions like The Metropolitan Opera, Comedy Central, Walt Disney Imagineering, Walt Disney Resorts, Universal Orlando, Stage Entertainment, Networks, MGM Resorts, Trickster Tokyo, Miranda Family Fellows, Adobe, The Moth, The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center, and many more
- We created and co-host The Spark File podcast, featuring interviews with creative thought leaders like Lin-Manuel Miranda, Sara Bareilles, Leslie Odom Jr, Juliane Moore and Bart Freundlich, Bobby Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, just to name a few
- We have written everything from books to TED Talks, songs, screenplays, performance pieces, plays, press releases and grant applications
- In front of the camera, Susan has appeared on countless films and TV shows, including ‘Billions’, 'Master of None', 'Madame Secretary', ‘Succession’, ‘The Night Of’, 'The Good Wife', 'The Sopranos', 'Law & Order’, Yes God Yes, Auggie, After the Wedding, The Post, The Comedian, P.S.: I Love You, and Margin Call. She also created, produced and hosted 'Side by Side by Susan Blackwell' on Broadway.com for 11 years
- Behind the scenes, Laura has worked with major record labels (Virgin Records, Lava/Atlantic, Rhino), publishers (Hachette Books/Black Dog & Leventhal), major league sports teams, charities, tech companies (Intel, Limbitless Solutions), toy companies (Toy Quest), and major media outlets around the world including The Tonight Show, TODAY Show, NPR's Tiny Desk Concert, The Royal Variety Show, The Grammys, The Emmys, BBC, Telemundo, and many more. She was nominated for a PR News Platinum Award
- We have dedicated our creative energies to creating countless transformational experiences for thousands of vibrant creatives like YOU!
"The last six months have been phenomenal and game-changing."
Chris Pappas, Comedian, Actor and Podcaster
"I surpassed what I could have imagined."
Jill Dryer, Artist, Composer, Lyricist
"This program changed my life."
Tim Baase, Author
Program Investment
$1000 per month x 6 months
($6000 total investment)
Payment plans available
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