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Places & Art Finds I’d Recommend to Any Writer

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There are times when writer's block hits hard and all creative thoughts dry up. A few things like a quiet café, a bookshop corner and scenic spots get my creative juices flowing. This is my personal collection of places and creative finds that spark ...
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Creative Places In Nigeria

Beautiful places and finds that spark fresh ideas.

 
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Located at No. 2 Oba Yekini Elegushi Road, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, Nigeria. This beautiful sensory overload is the best way to spark inspiration. You'll find paintings, sculptures, textiles, and beadwork. Every corner feels like story inspiration. Visi...
Nike Art Gallery
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This calm museum is perfect for slowing down and letting your creative brain breathe. The paintings could give you ideas for your next plot. Located at Pan-Atlantic University, KM 52 Lekki–Epe Expressway, Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos.
Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art, Pan-Atlantic University
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A lovely stop for history, heritage, and visual inspiration. Great for writers who enjoy culture and storytelling. Located at King George V Road, Onikan, Lagos Island.
National Museum Lagos
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A lovely stop for history, heritage and visual inspiration. Great for writers who enjoy culture and storytelling. Located at King George V Road, Onikan, Lagos Island
Terra Kulture
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A wonderful place for journals, handmade decor, paintings and beautiful African creative finds. Great for writers who love visual inspiration. Located at Jakande Roundabout, Lekki, Lagos.
Lekki Arts & Crafts Market
 
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A bookshop is one of my favourite places to visit. A good writer is an avid reader. Here you will find treasures that build your knowledge and spark inspiration.
Rovingheights Bookstore Garki
 
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Every writer needs a timeout from work; I know I do. Sometimes I need a break after being cooped up writing. Landmark Boulevard, with its oceanfront views, is just the scenic view I needed for a recharge. It boasts of open-air shopping, fine dining a...
Landmark Boulevard
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I have this strange attraction to quills. Practising calligraphy is something I've always wanted to do.
Calligraphy Pens
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These practical desk accessories help me stay organised and improve the visual of my desk.
Unique Office Desk Accessories - Amazon.com
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Art Finds

Found  during my forays.

 
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I love beautiful and regal wrist adornment.
Coral Beads - The Bead Chest
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More quill sets. I love them!
Feather Quills & Dip Pens
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These are great interior decor pieces.
African sculpture
 
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These vibrant colours and designs look absolutely gorgeous after being designed by my tailor.
African fabrics
 
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These vibrant art prints spice up my working space. A change of scenery for when my eyes are tired of the screen.
Vibrant Art Prints

Global Creative Spots for Inspiration

More spots to spark to recharge and inspiration

 
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Writing is an art. What's more special than being inspired by the works of fellow artists?
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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I guarantee you'd leave with a notebook full of story ideas and a camera roll full of things you can't stop staring at.
Louvre Museum
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Need a creative shake-up? You'll  leave questioning life, creativity, and how someone managed to turn a pile of bricks into a masterpiece.
Tate Modern
 
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To me, bookshops are like candy stores. Filled with miles of books, endless shelves. You'll definitely plan to buy
Strand Book Store
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