Michael is at the very beginning of his creative workflow. What is involved in the preparation step of a creative workflow that Michael can be doing?

a. brainstorming, writing/drawing in a sketchbook, walking around, reading books, researching ideas, or digging through old photos

b. sleeping, exercising, or meditating in order to let things marinate in his mind

c.turning on and shining all the lights around you in order to illuminate your ideas and brainstorms

d. photographing and putting ideas into physical form

a. brainstorming, writing/drawing in a sketchbook, walking around, reading books, researching ideas, or digging through old photos