Anyone else get home, sit at your desk and just not want to power on that audio interface?
Sometimes but only when I'm having writers block and I still usually just try to push my way through.
I seem to be stuck in a rutt where I can't focus and the only way I can practice or get something out is by hauling my laptop out to Starbucks and tool around.
How long has it been since you've taken a break? You should try taking one to recharge your batteries. If you're still not feeling inspired after that break then the issue may run deeper than just your environment.
Could it be because I spend most of my time at work on a computer?
Honestly if it were me then yes. Producing tends to be a pretty solitary activity for me. Something about spending 8hours in a room alone by myself listening to the same music repeat endlessly takes a huge mental toll on me. Leaving my room and hanging out with friends/going out really helps me recharge my batteries.
Any tips for improving your environment to make it more inspirational to create?
That's kind of a tough question because people are inspired by different things. In my room I have a couple of famous quotes by guys like Ira Glass and Daniel Coyle. My room is completely empty aside from a bed, and one piece of furniture. Everything else is studio equipment which I find VERY inspiring just by walking into my room. (Pianos, guitars, electronic drum kit, interface, external HDD, microphones, monitors...)
Obviously that all costs money.
Anyone else have this issue?
Yes. It comes and goes in phases. I don't have environment to blame however so the cause of uninspiration tends to run much deeper. I just ignore it and keep on moving.
