How to stay motivated during your studies

Whether you’re mastering the art of animation, diving deep into the world of VFX, or building beautiful game environments, studying at Escape Studios is an exciting and rewarding journey. However, sometimes the pressure of studies takes over and become difficult to manage. Deadlines, creatives blocks, technical difficulties, and pressure to constantly improve can test the most passionate students.  

The questions are, how does one stay motivated when things get tough? We have put together several tips to help you stay inspired and on track. 

Breaking down big tasks 

Large projects can make one feel overwhelmed. While the natural urge may be to tackle everything at once, breaking down assignments into smaller, manageable tasks may make all the difference. By doing so, tasks are less daunting but also provide a sense of achievement post completion.  

A good old-fashioned to-do list may help in keeping track of the progress along the way.  

Celebrating small wins 

Don’t hold back until your final render to feel proud. Every little victory is worth a celebration, whether it’s mastering a new tool in Houdini or getting positive feedback on a project, these moments matter. 

Acknowledge your growth. It not only builds confidence but also keeps the momentum going.

Find your creative community 

One of the biggest advantages of studying at Escape Studios is the community around you. Connect with your peers, tutors or alumni to share your work, ask for feedback, and support others in return.  

Being part of a creative network can not only boost your skills but also help you to stay motivated. And who knows, maybe you will find people to collaborate with for your next project.

Create outside of coursework 

Sometimes, stepping away from assignments to create something just for fun can do wonders for your motivation. By exploring personal projects, whatever they may be, you will engage in an outlet to experiment and rediscover your love for the craft.

Reconnect with your why 

Sometimes, when motivation drops, simply stepping away and taking a moment to remind yourself why you chose this path can move mountains. Was it the dream of working on blockbuster films or AAA games? A love of storytelling through visual art? Keeping your end goal in mind can reignite that initial spark.  

By writing your goals down or creating a vision board, keeping on track with your why will become a lot easier.  

Staying motivated isn’t about being constantly inspired, it’s about building habits and routines that help you with the highs and lows. At Escape Studios, you are not alone in your creative journey. You have peers, tutors and a community behind you, and a future in front of you. So, take a breath, stay curious, and keep going. You’ve got this.