Over the past couple of years, fans of creativeLIVE have sent in some pretty amazing pictures and blog posts describing their “creativeLIVE classroom.” We’ve seen everything from an elaborate living room streaming system to a smartphone propped up by a beach blanket on the shores of the Mediterranean.While viewing a workshop from the comfort of your couch offers one unique experience, attending LIVE in studio is an unparalleled opportunity to learn in front of the cameras. 

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This past week, longtime creativeLIVE fan Mollie Meagher had the opportunity to attend Kelly Brown’s Newborn Posing workshop LIVE in our Seattle studio. Here is how she described her experience on her blog:

Today, Brooke Shaden continues her 3-day Fine Art Portraits course. Though her technical lessons so far have been extremely informative, it is her ability to motivate and inspire that is truly powerful. At the young age of 25, her talent, is unquestionable and her creativity truly unique. On her path to success, Brooke has done a tremendous job at staying confident and motivated. Here are a few wise words she shared on her blog last month:

What do we fear the most? Is it failure? I used to think so. Back in 1997, I was on the cusp of doing what most of us dream of — becoming a household name actor. I was on shows like Sex and the City, Law & Order, Third Watch, and more. I was the voice of Budweiser and AT&T ads. My agent was rock solid, and I was slowly but surely gaining momentum. Then, out of the blue, I quit.

I quit because I doubted I could be the best of the best — and my career’s momentum wasn’t as fast as I would have liked at the time. When I told my agent, I remember hearing a thunk (quite literally) when his jaw hit his desk. “Why are you quitting now? you are starting to really take off?” he asked. The answer was simple enough: doubt and a fear of failure.

I’m writing about this because I don’t want anyone to look back on their life and have a shred of regret. Just don’t quit. If you find yourself pursuing something you are not passionate about, then by all means, quit, but don’t quit on your dreams. Your dreams should drive your life. If you need help, seek out a mentor and learn how to move towards them.