Before you can go out and make movies, you need something to say, a story to tell. But you don't have to sit around waiting for inspiration to magically strike. In this half-hour class, award-winning filmmaker Dean Peterson shares a quick hit of inspiration, with exercises to get your creative juices flowing and supercharge your filmmaking.

Learn how to energize your filmmaking practice by:

• Keeping a notebook to organize your ideas
• Creating a workspace that is clean and inspiring
• Soaking up culture every single day
• Taking care of your body
• Moving out of your comfort zone to cultivate an inspiring, interesting life

Plus, download the worksheet designed to help you break out of a creative rut and spark new ideas in unexpected ways.

This class can benefit anyone who wants to explore ways to be more creative, but the lessons are specifically geared towards filmmakers. Whether you're searching for your next idea, workshopping an existing script, or hoping to level up, this class will unlock a more reliable route to that "aha!" moment. Follow along to craft a life—and filmmaking practice—that overflows with excitement, curiosity, and inspiration.