April 2026 Theme: Ember
Our theme for April is EMBER. It was chosen by our Poulsbo chapter in Washington and illustrated by Sarah Gordon.
The literal meaning of ember is a small piece of burning or glowing coal or wood in a dying fire. But as a metaphor, it means so much more.
Our Poulsbo chapter had this to say about the significance of this month’s theme:
“Embers represent the quiet, enduring remnants of fire—what remains after the intensity fades. They carry a smoldering potential, a subtle strength that holds heat long after the flames have gone. As a quieter community outside the city, we may not always burn the brightest, but we never burn out. Our spark lives in reflection, resilience, and the space we have to pause, think, and grow."
Each month, a different CreativeMornings chapter chooses a theme for all global CM talks taking place in cities around the world.
This year, many of our monthly themes will be in that chapter’s local language.
The hope is that this will give each theme a richer meaning and foster deeper connections to other communities and cultures.
Here's some resources to inspire your own reflections on this month's theme:
- April Themed Playlist: Ember
Listen to songs about burning embers, old flames, and the quiet strength glowing deep inside you in our playlist for April’s theme EMBER curated by our community around the world. You can also add your own. Learn more. - Release Day: May 29th
It's time to finally share that special thing you've been working on. This month-long program includes accountability groups and practical tips, and is presented by CreativeMornings, Creative Quests, and Adobe. It will end with a Release Day party on May 29th. Pledge a commitment to yourself and sign up to participate.
