By Cade Martin
As a kid, I spent many a dinner at a table surrounded by friends of my parents, an eclectic cast of characters — sculptors, writers, painters, creatives. That thread of creative community has remained in our offices, our teams, and our collaborations. But that thread feels thinner in this moment.
So I asked, with the purpose of sharing, and of supporting and caring for this creative community in its current, uncertain reality. I asked what people are doing, how they are feeling, how they are sparking creativity. It feels important to share what we do, when we can’t do all our doing.
Reaching out first to some of the talented people I’ve had the good fortune to profile though the Capitol Communicator portrait series. It’s my version of a virtual dinner table of sorts. Grab a chair and listen in to my conversation with Dennis Goris, Goris Communications.
Dennis, what, if anything, are you doing differently?
I am fortunate to be able to easily work anywhere, so the pivot to working with clients completely remotely is natural. Interesting projects still walk in the door (can you help us brand a Covid antibody test?).
Are you staying creatively active?
Absolutely. Early this year, I started a series of cartoons for Capitol Communicator—”Brand Creep” focused on the marketing/ad/PR industry. Also, collaborating with a copywriter friend on a very cool, topical book project has been a creative challenge. Having a lot of fun with the cartoons, strategic writing, painting large canvases, painting small illustrations. Painting the bathroom. It’s refreshing to have the time to focus on messages and craft—without being rushed.
How are you sparking yourself creatively?
I love watching what people everywhere are doing from home. I am amazed at the creativity. Like that photographer shooting portraits remotely via users’ webcams. Hats off to you Cade!
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