Creativity: The Art and Science

Creativity

5 Things That Make Art Meaningful

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on August 15, 2023

There is much more to the experience of art than liking it. Here are five kinds of new understandings.

Anger

Unlocking the Emotional Code of Abstract Art

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on May 16, 2023

New research asks how abstract art conveys emotions (hint: red is for anger, black and grey for fear).

Creativity

Uncovering Emotions in Creativity

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on March 29, 2023

What is the role of emotion in creativity? A new book offers research insights.

Career

Your Brain on Art

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on March 7, 2023

How similar are art creation and appreciation? Neuroscience research says quite a bit.

Creativity

5 Strategies to Realize Your Creative Potential

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on January 29, 2023

Creativity can provoke anxiety. Here are five strategies to cope with this anxiety and boost creativity.

Creativity

Overcoming Creativity Anxiety

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on January 4, 2023

Creativity is uncertain and can provoke anxiety. Here is what you need to know to beat it.

Creativity

Art Builds Understanding

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on November 3, 2022

Where does the sense of encounter after engaging with art come from?

Gender

Gender-Diverse Teams Are More Creative

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on October 18, 2022

Is the creativity of gender-diverse teams rewarded? It depends on the team leaders.

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Realizing Creativity

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on September 19, 2022

What does it take to make creativity happen? A lot of self-regulation.

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The Hardest Thing About Creativity

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on August 26, 2022

Exploring new science about the role of emotions in creativity and how to manage them in order to transform ideas into performances and products.

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Making Creativity and Innovation Happen

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on May 23, 2022

New research outlines who can be creative at work and the key factors that help foster creative workplaces.

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Creativity and Serendipity: Making the Unexpected Happen

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on June 16, 2021

Feeling lucky? Creative serendipity requires a prepared mind and supportive environments.

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What It Takes to Be Creative in a Time of Crisis

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on March 31, 2021

Difficult times are opportunities for creativity. What does it take to act on them?

Leadership

Creative Leadership Lessons from Female Star Trek Captain Janeway

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on March 8, 2021

Four science-based lessons from Star Trek’s Captain Janeway.

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When Is Your Creativity Greatest?

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on February 9, 2021

Is morning the best time to create? It depends on who you are.

Creativity

Resolution: Build Creativity and Well-Being

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on January 12, 2021

What can the science of creativity teach us about living better?

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Creativity Requires Taking Risks

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on November 19, 2020

A team of international researchers found that taking risks is important for creativity; but not all kinds of risks are made equal.

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Who Are the Most Effective Creativity Role Models?

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on October 28, 2020

Do eminent creators inspire others to create? New research suggests not.

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Where Creative Potential Comes From

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on September 22, 2020

Where does creative potential come from and how can it be nurtured? Here are a few lessons from scholars around the world.

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Why Creativity Takes Courage

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on August 12, 2020

How do we nurture creativity? New research shows that emotional climate is key.