How To Walk On Clouds: A Dream State Experience

Dream State hosted a creative workshop for entrepreneurs this past Sunday called How To Walk On Clouds  , hosted by in collaboration with the Asian Art Museum (SF) and other partners.

With over 100 applications and 30 creatives in attendance, this event aimed to guide participants in taking actionable steps towards their dreams and ambitions, with insights from mentors and industry experts in creative fields.

The team held up their end of the bargain creating a space for impactful dialogue through conscientious spatial design, engaging workshops, impact and impactful dialogue that left attendees fulfilled and ready for the next DS activation.

• Cloud Sessions : The event featured sessions led by mentors like Lisa, Chelsea, and Adonis, each bringing unique perspectives from their respective fields such as media, illustration, and digital storytelling.
• Chelsea’s Insights : Chelsea, an artist, illustrator and designer, emphasized the importance of personal connection in art. She shared her journey of “failing her way up” and encouraged attendees to embrace creativity as a form of personal expression and community connection.
• Adonis’s Journey : Known as “The Filipino Anthony Bourdain,” Adonis shared his transition from growing up in the streets of SF, serving in the military, and his current creative outlet of storytelling on IG. He highlighted the significance of supporting small businesses and maintaining authenticity in content creation.
• Lisa’s Branding Workshop : Lisa, a branding expert, discussed the evolving nature of personal branding and the importance of authenticity. She encouraged attendees to align their brand with their personal story and creativity.
• How Neural Connections Stimulate Creativity : Jenay Denise Hatchell lead a workshop educating us on the connections between creativity, gratitude and neuroscience. Curated exercises like the “Dream State Playlist” and “Gratitude Cards” fostered self-reflection, creative expression and an appreciation for life all in one beautiful session.
• WHOSE DREAM was an interactive art session hosted by Yasmine Anastasia & Steph Cai that allowed attendees to make their own versions of Dream Catchers that originate from the Chippewa Native American Tribe.

• Fear of Failure : Many participants expressed concerns about failing in their creative endeavors. Chelsea addressed this by sharing her own experiences of “failing her way up” and emphasized the importance of viewing failure as a pivot point rather than a setback.
• Balancing Creativity and Business : Adonis discussed the challenge of maintaining creative integrity while pursuing business opportunities. His solution was to avoid paid promotions, allowing him to retain ownership and authenticity in his work.
• Branding and Authenticity : Lisa highlighted the apprehension around branding oneself without losing authenticity. Her advice was to let the brand evolve naturally and ensure it aligns with one’s personal story and values.

• Embrace Creativity : The event underscored creativity as a therapeutic and essential part of personal and professional growth.
• Community and Connection : Building and maintaining connections within the community was a recurring theme, with mentors emphasizing collaboration and support.
• Authenticity in Branding : Attendees were encouraged to let their brand evolve naturally, ensuring it remains true to their core values and story.

This was a refreshing event. Dream State brought together creatives with diverse backgrounds at different levels in their careers together to learn from, connect and share with one another in intentional, vulnerable and productive ways.

The day was positive from start to finish. There wasn’t one empty interaction throughout the day. That’s saying a lot after doing an 8 hour shift with folks. I’m dreaming more than ever before after today. I’m sure everyone that was in attendance is doing the same.

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