Sometimes you just sit in the studio and things just happen like a magic, but other times you can stuck to a melody or beat and can't figure out how to continue.
In this cases I just try to do something completely different, and here is the benefit of having many hobbies. Either going up in the mountain for a spin with my Mountain Bike or for a decent amount of runs from the top with my snowboard.
In general I get my Inspiration from spending time in the Nature.
HOW I GET MY INSPIRATION
Snowboarding
Snowboarding has been my lifelong passion, a sport I can't envision ever giving up. The winter mountains are my sanctuary, where I feel truly alive. Descending the slopes with absolute mastery is an indescribable experience. Extreme sports, in their heart-pounding intensity, offer a unique form of relaxation – a dynamic meditation. The sheer concentration required on the slopes allows me to escape from life's worries and immerse myself completely, leaving behind all my troubles and finding renewal and inspiration in each exhilarating run.
Enduro Mountain Biking
Residing in the majestic Pirin mountains grants me the incredible privilege of effortlessly accessing nearby trails with my bike for a daily dose of vitality and excitement. Commencing my day with this invigorating activity is my ultimate joy. Subsequently, in my studio, creativity effortlessly surges, and music flows from me like pure magic. However, sustaining this state for extended periods can be challenging, prompting me to occasionally seek solace in an entirely different endeavor. Repairing my bike serves as a satisfying hands-on alternative that I equally relish.
Carpentry
Since kid I have always been enjoying creating and fixing things. My toys have always been opened and checked how they work and then assembled back. Sometimes there were screws or parts left... :)
But working with wood is something more special. Wood allows to easily sculpt, shape and assemble to make constructions or details. It has this special warm feeling when touched. I'm trying to bring more of this in my office for more nature like look and comfort. It just makes me relax and enjoy spending my time in the Studio. Here is a custom made stand for my Maschine Hardware made of trash pieces wood.
Collaborations
Collaborations have always been a very creative way of getting new ideas, new flow and inspiration. Sometimes gathering with people that resonate in the same frequency is the drive to push you forwards, but sometimes getting outside of the box is even more inspiring. I have several projects with music artists from a different music genres and it turned out to be quite a good coupling of visions.
Gigs
Playing live your own music is probably the best thing an artist would like to achieve. And I find myself very energized and hyped after a live set. I just want to get back in my studio and create the next banger that will make the people jump around. The gigs are also allowing artists to meet, create tunes together and expand.
I really enjoy playing live as it's forcing me to experiment with my gear and think of new possibilities that otherwise I just don't pay attention to.