Creative Writing and the Military: Thoughts and Impressions?

Within the military, I have not discovered much in the way of creative writing, and sharing one's personal experiences through creative outlets. I personally enjoy writing, and often compose poetry and short bits of prose during my free-time.

Therefore, my question is how many of you write or pursue creative activities (such as painting, drawing, photography, composing music, et cetera) in order to possibly share or otherwise annotate your personal as well as military experiences?

For those who have spent a minute or two in the military, have you met, lead, or even served under any Soldiers who have utilized creativity to positively shape their lives, especially during or after a deployment?

Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I appreciate the insight!