Exploring ‘Art in Nature’: Ideas that inspire creativity
In their insightful book Art and Fear, David Bayles and Ted Orland argue that art centered around ideas is far more compelling than art focused…
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Creativity as relationship: Connecting with the self and the beyond
Creativity is all about relationship. When we create something new, we’re not just crafting an object or idea—we’re deepening our relationship with ourselves and our…
Seeing beyond the surface: A lesson in depth and beauty
In yesterday’s class, I gave students a simple yet thought-provoking task: Go out into the University community and find something visual that catches your eye—it…
Courageous willingness: Making good use of what we have
Lately, I’ve been reflecting on the Spanish word aprovechar, which means “to make good use of something.” This simple concept has been a guiding light…
The creative process: Lessons from Gee’s Bend quilts
I started a new class at the Sophia Center yesterday, and as always, I emphasized that it’s about the creative process, not the creative product….
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