Talks, workshops and resources to nurture and sustain creative wellbeing 

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Talk & workshop
Introduction to the Creative Ecosystem model
AGRAFA International Design Conference
Katowice, POLAND
26th April 2024

Emmi believes the key to nourishing our creative energy lies in design thinking and the creative process itself. Through five key Input areas, her holistic approach focuses on embracing curiosity, and fostering self-kindness.

You will learn:

  • The science behind Creative Ecosystem areas

  • How design thinking gives us skills to live a balanced, healthy and more creative life

  • Techniques and practices for reducing stress, and increasing kindfulness, self-kindness and self-compassion

  • Developing your own wellbeing rituals that can fit a busy schedule

  • Recognise areas in your everyday, that give you energy and inspiration.

DO YOU OR YOUR TEAM FEEL DRAINED OR STUCK?

Burnout affects people in the creative industries three times more than the general population*. 

The Creative Ecosystem model has been developed by the design leader Emmi Salonen to support fellow creative thinkers to reconnect with their purpose, develop personalised wellbeing rituals and reduce stress and burnout. 

This is perfect for workplaces, membership organisations, conferences, events, retreats and academia.

*Wellbeing charity Inspire and Ulster University

HOW WE SUPPORT

Talks, workshops and events provide creative people with wisdom, new ideas and enriching tactics to help prevent burnout and support a more fulfilling creative practice. 

Connect with the Creative Ecosystem community through newsletters, online events and Instagram

NOURISHING YOU

Talks and practical workshops for creative students at universities and colleges

NOURISHING STUDENTS

Bespoke workshops and sessions for creative teams within organisations 

NOURISHING TEAMS

  • "I came away feeling very inspired to try a few new things and make space to nurture my creative wellbeing.”

    TALK ATTENDEE, Online

  • “Listening to your story alongside the workshop exercises really helped my headspace; providing clarity (and excitement!) for my own journey.”

    WORKSHOP ATTENDEE, YCN London

  • "Your talk was incredibly uplifting. I found listening to your journey through your design career to date completely fascinating and the students did too. Packed with priceless pearls of wisdom in there to take away."

    SENIOR LECTURER, Nottingham University

  • "A practical, fascinating, warm and very human workshop."

    WORKSHOP ATTENDEE, All Flows

Talk & workshop
The Design Conference
Brisbane, AUSTRALIA
5–7 June 2024

The Design Conference, one of the most anticipated design events in Australia, is underpinned by collaborations that are focused on delivering a better, more healthy tomorrow for everyone. 

Using design thinking as a tool, Emmi demonstrates how you can best use your existing resources to maintain your creative well-being. Grounded in scientific research, Emmi’s inspiring Talk and Workshop will help you reinvigorate creative energy, foster resilience and achieve a more balanced work-life dynamic.

Discover the story behind Creative Ecosystem

Introducing the Creative Ecosystem model

CONNECTION
WONDER
PAUSE
MOVEMENT
JOY

NOURISHING
INPUTS

CREATIVE
OUTPUTS

“Everything I do is underpinned by a simple but powerful idea: Positive Creativity. As an established creative practitioner and an accredited Happiness Facilitator, I believe design thinking can bring people together, create sustainable choices and foster wellbeing.”

— Emmi Salonen
Founder of Creative Ecosystem
and Studio Emmi

Who we have worked with

NEWS

Online course
Design with sustainability and wellbeing in mind
Emmi Salonen for Domestika

Transform your creativity into a force for good and create visual identities for your clients. Embark on a creative journey led by Emmi Salonen a renowned graphic designer and founder of Studio Emmi.

In this online course, you will learn how to creative visual identities that not only captivate, but also have a positive impact on society and the environment. Emmi will guide you through the process of developing sustainable designs that reflect the values, aspirations and culture of brands and organisations.