Michelle Francheska: On Creativity
Marianna
Do you have a routine for entering into a creative headspace?
Michelle Francheska
As soon as I wake up I put on my workout clothes and sneakers and walk out the door and start moving. I meditate, write in my journal, do yoga, then have a smoothie, coffee, or tea and then get in workflow.
Marianna
Where do you think ideas come from?
Michelle Francheska
Ideas come from the experiences we have with everyone and everywhere. When we create connections and realizations from the things we experiences and the people we meet.
Marianna
What does creativity mean to you?
Michelle Francheska
Creativity to me is using imagination and turning it into reality. A unique form of self-expression and meaning. A spark of magic that brings an idea to life.
It’s playing the right songs at the perfect moment and creating an energy in the room. It’s a vibe.
Marianna
When do your best ideas hit you?
Michelle Francheska
Usually, when I am on my morning runs/walks I listen to inspiring motivational content and things tend to connect and lead to positive outcomes. showers and massages.
Marianna
Do you use a process to come up with ideas?
Michelle Francheska
I like to get deep tissue massages when I’m feeling stressed and stuck in my head. Once I release some tension during my massage I am able to have a clearer head and get clarity on what I need to do next.
Marianna
What are the unexpected turns your life took to lead you to become who you are today?
Michelle Francheska
When I was younger, I never knew how to answer the question “What do you want to be when you grow up?” I always thought, how could I know if I don’t know what’s out there yet. In high school, what interested me the most was learning all sorts of instruments and painting, but I didn’t think I could have a successful career in the arts. So I entered college with a Business/Psychology major and I got a job at an Investment Bank after college.
Then I had the rare opportunity to travel the world and DJ. In the end, I found my passion by following my heart and it’s made me who I am today.
Marianna
What inspires you?
Michelle Francheska
Nature. The colors in the sky during sunrise and sunset…especially when it’s so colorful and vibrant making me feel that anything is possible. The ocean for its healing powers…so magical and mysterious. When I spend time in nature, it makes me feel like my mind is expanding and that anything is possible.
Marianna
What creative accomplishments are you most proud of?
Michelle Francheska
Morning rituals, spending time alone to get to know myself again, and being able to follow my heart, and do what I love.
Marianna
Do you experiment in your work?
Michelle Francheska
Yes, I’m always constantly trying to re-invent myself.
Marianna
What do you think is something that the most creative people in the world have in common?
Michelle Francheska
Emotional Intelligence.
Marianna
How do you make sense of chaos in your life?
Michelle Francheska
I make sense of the chaos in my life through introspection. when things aren’t going the way I want or expect them to I analyze myself and accepting it and acknowledging that some things are just out of my control. I believe that things don’t work out so that better things can come together.
Marianna
Why do you think people get stuck on problems?
Michelle Francheska
I believe in the law of attraction and that we attract what we think about most. People get stuck on problems because they focus on the problem, instead of a solution.
Change happens when people shift their focus and their way of thinking.
About Michelle Francheska:
Michelle Francheska is an international DJ, vibe creator, energy reader, event curator who uses music as a tool to communicate, learn, travel, and spread love, light, and good vibes. From classically trained musician to internationally renowned DJ, New York native, Michelle Francheska has captivated audiences from Las Vegas to Australia, Marquee to XS, cementing herself as one of the country’s most in-demand DJs.
Sonically progressive, Francheska’s nuanced, deep-tech house music defies the characterization, ensuring each performance reflects her own unique style and the energy of the room. She has been DJing for 7 years and has played with some of the biggest names in the industry and has held residencies at Lavo, Marquee, Catch, Raven and Haus as well as around the world in NY, Vegas, Australia, Greece, Philippines, and Asia.
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