The Course
Dive into the vibrant world of creativity where the power to innovate and transform lies within you just waiting to be awakened. This hands-on course invites you on an exciting journey to explore and expand your creative abilities. As a participant, you'll engage with an array of stimulating exercises designed to challenge your usual patterns of thinking. You'll discover unconventional methods and tools to feed your imagination and propel your brain into a universe of endless possibilities. From the novice eager to spark their creative flame to the seasoned professional looking to sharpen their inventive skills, this course has something for everyone.
Throughout your adventure, you'll learn the art of looking at problems from fresh, unexpected angles, and you'll find out how to harness the power of divergent thinking to generate ideas that can lead to novel solutions. By connecting with your inner artist, you stand to gain not just a boost in your personal life, but also a competitive edge in the professional realm where thinking outside the box is a prized commodity. You'll leave with a toolkit overflowing with strategies and the confidence to apply your new skills anywhere from the canvas of an art studio to the boardrooms of the business world. Embrace this chance to transform the way you think, create, and act in your daily pursuits.
What you will learn
I kicked off this adventure with a clear vision that creativity is not just innate; it's a skill that can be nourished and expanded with the right set of tools and practices. After fine-tuning every lesson with real-life exercises and thought-provoking projects, I'm proud to say that this journey is meticulously designed to unfold your creative potential in a structured yet flexible way. Not only will you discover techniques to ignite your original thinking and innovation, but you'll also gain the confidence to fearlessly express your ideas. What's really exciting is seeing students who start out hesitant about their own creativity gradually become powerhouses of imagination, all because the course is created to be as user-friendly and engaging as it gets.
Curriculum
- Day 1, Be Creative. Observe.
- Day 2, Be Creative. Slow Motion Multi-Tasking
- Day 3, Be Creative. Ask Questions.
- Day 4, Be Creative. Try Something New.
- Day 5, Be Creative. Dream.
- Day 6, Be Creative. Rest.
- Day 7, Be Creative. Get Outside.
- Day 8, Be Creative. Sing.
- Day 9, Be Creative. Use your Imagination.
- Day 10, Be Creative. Originality.
- Day 11, Be Creative. Illusions and Perception.
- Day 12, Be Creative. Be afraid and do it anyways.
- Day 13, Be Creative. Doodle.
- Day 14, Be Creative. Listen to your Instincts.
- Day 15, Be Creative. Experiment and Grow.
- Day 16, Be Creative. Honor Yourself.
- Day 17, Be Creative. Follow Your Enthusiasm.
- Day 18, Be Creative. Challenge your Idea of Art.
- Day 19, Be Creative. Laugh.
- Day 20, Be Creative. The Illusion of Certainty.
- Day 21, Be Creative. Learn how to See.
- Day 22, Be Creative. Fail Forward.
- Day 23, Be Creative. Be Brave.
- Day 24, Be Creative. Passion.
- Day 25, Be Creative. Potential.
- Day 26, Be Creative. Get comfortable with being wrong.
- Day 27, Be Creative. Brainstorm.
- Day 28, Be Creative. Meditate.
- Day 29, Be Creative. Read.
- Day 30, Be Creative. Ask for More.
Your instructor
Allison McGree is not only a seasoned working artist whose heart beats in rich, kaleidoscopic rhythms, but she is also a devoted educator, skilled in guiding others to tap into their own wellspring of creativity. With her eclectic background — a BA in Fine Arts, a BA in K-12 Art Education, and a MA in Holistic Art Programming — Allison brings a profound understanding of the artistic process into her teachings. Her hands-on approach is deeply influenced by a harmonious blend of emotion, environment, and the innate creative spirit, encouraging students to explore and express their unique visions through art.
In the classroom, Allison's passion ignites a transformative learning experience. She leverages her extensive expertise and personal journey as an artist to connect with each student, fostering an environment where imagination and self-discovery are paramount. Her commitment to nurturing creativity goes beyond technique and theory, delving into the philosophy and emotion embedded in each brushstroke. Students benefit from Allison's personalized guidance as they embark on their own journey to recognize the beauty in simplicity and to master the art of living and creating in vivid color.
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