Episode 09 — Finding Inspiration in the Mundane

Feeling uninspired or creatively stuck? You’re not alone — and the good news is, inspiration isn’t hiding somewhere far away. In this episode of The Photog Files, Brisbane photographer Rick Nelson shares how to rediscover creativity by learning to notice the extraordinary hidden in everyday life. Through stories, mindset shifts, and practical exercises, Rick explores how to see beauty in the familiar — from dishwater bubbles that look like galaxies to quiet light falling across your living room. You’ll learn how to train your eye to notice again, turn frustration into creative fuel, and find endless ideas right where you are. Whether you’re a photographer, writer, or simply someone who wants to feel more inspired, this episode will help you slow down, see deeper, and reconnect with your creative spark.

In This Episode You’ll Learn:

• Why your brain tunes out the familiar — and how to wake it back up

• The power of seeing beauty in the ordinary

• How creatives like Vivian Maier and Ernest Hemingway found magic in daily life

• Three practical ways to reignite your inspiration: journaling, photographing daily moments, and reframing frustration

• A gentle reminder that creativity begins when you start noticing again

Listen now:
Apple Podcasts | Spotify |

Connect with Rick:
Instagram — @carolinahawkeye

Youtube - RickNelsonPhoto
Website — ricknelson.photography
If you missed the previous episode, listen to Make Time to Create: How to Protect Your Creativity When Life Gets Busy.