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[caption id="attachment_10945" align="alignnone" width="477"] Photo by La Vie En Photos[/caption] At CreativeLive, we believe that creativity is more than just a way of thinking -- it's a gift that you share with those around you. And we're so honored that our audience chooses to share their creativity with us, every single day, whether it's online or here in our studios.

[caption id="attachment_10774" align="alignnone" width="620"] Image via Pantone[/caption] Scientifically, we know that color matters to people -- it impacts the way we feel, what we buy, and even how much we eat -- but rarely is it more clear, socially-speaking, than when Pantone announces their Color of the Year. This year, it's a wine-inspired burgundy-brownish shade called Marsala, which Panton calls a "tasteful hue.

The holidays are going to be here faster than you can say "candy cane binge," and chances are, you still have a few presents to buy, specifically for the photographer mom in your life. If your wife (or mother!

What do freelancers need, other than more clients and more hours in the day? Plenty of things -- and even if they don't, they might still like a thoughtful present that says "even though I don't have a single clue what it is you actually do, I hope you continue to do it well in the new year!

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[caption id="attachment_10669" align="alignnone" width="620"] Photo via Kate Hisock via Flickr[/caption] Self-employed people and freelancers know: The holiday season is both a blessing and a curse. With no real PTO, the dreaded approach of tax season, and, often, clients who don't really care if you have to work through the weekend or holiday if it means the work gets done, this time of cheer and joy can actually turn into an exercise in white-knuckled will-power.