Tom Weksler and Roser Tutusaus discuss the importance of listening, 'priming' in the creative process, challenges of adapting to the online world, creativity, inspiration, teaching creativity through movement, fostering creativity, and the importance of communication in teaching and the creative process.
Absorbing the permission to create is crucial for tapping into one's creative potential and breaking free from societal limitations.
Embracing sketching as part of the creative process allows individuals to tap into their authentic expression and uncover new possibilities.
Partnering and communication through movement foster a deeper dialogue, exploration, and connection in the creative process.
Deep dives
The Power of Absorption in Creativity
Creativity is all about absorbing the permission to create and exploring different associations. It is the act of giving oneself the freedom to generate new ideas and concepts. By absorbing the permission to create, individuals can tap into their creative potential and break free from the limitations imposed by societal norms and expectations. The process of creativity involves broadening one's objectives and operating in various professional universes to promote ongoing creative growth. Through absorption, artists can create a space for themselves, nurturing their creativity and allowing it to flourish.
Sketching: Exploring the Essential Structure of Creativity
Sketching is like a skeleton or structure that defines the essential components of a creative endeavor. It is about exploring the bare minimum required to bring an idea to life. Sketching allows individuals to freely flow and experiment with their creativity, coloring, expanding, and developing ideas without the pressure of creating a final product. By embracing sketching as part of the creative process, individuals can tap into their authentic expression, free from the need for perfection or societal validation. Sketching encourages risk-taking, fosters self-discovery, and enables individuals to uncover new possibilities and connections.
The Role of Partnering and Communication in Creativity
Partnering and communication play a vital role in creativity. Building on experiences in Capoeira and the desire to communicate through movement, partnering has become a central aspect of artistic practice and teaching for the individuals in the podcast. Communication through movement allows for a deeper level of dialogue, exploration, and connection. Partnering encourages a sense of play, allowing individuals to understand the dynamics between themselves and their creative partner. Through partnering, the artists cultivate a space of open communication, where roles flow between expansion and constriction, allowing for growth and refinement in their creative process.
Importance of Guessing in Teaching
The podcast discusses the importance of allowing students to guess and figure things out for themselves in a teaching setting. It emphasizes the benefits of creating a space that encourages guessing and problem-solving, while also being mindful not to overwhelm students with too much unknown information. The hosts highlight the need for a balance between challenging students and ensuring their safety and well-being throughout the learning process. They also touch on the role of suggestion and inspired associations in promoting guessing and creativity.
The Relationship Between Talent, Interest, and Longevity
The podcast explores the idea that pursuing one's interests, even without initial talent, can lead to more sustainable and fulfilling creative endeavors. It challenges the notion of solely relying on talent, highlighting that talent may have limitations, while interests can be ever-evolving and dynamic. The hosts discuss the importance of making choices based on genuine interest and commitment, rather than solely relying on pre-existing talent. They assert that liking something and allowing room for growth and exploration can lead to greater longevity and creative fulfillment.
This discussion is about the creative process, the importance of listening, and the challenges of adapting to the online world. Tom Weskler and Roser Tutusaus explained the concept of 'priming' or warming up as a crucial part of their creative practice. We then discussed creativity, inspiration, and the challenges of sharing creative work. How to have dialogue within the creative process and the role of upbringing in shaping one's creative journey. Can one teach creativity, particularly through movement? The discussion revolved around creating the right space, permissions, and challenges to foster creativity. The importance of communication, both in teaching and in the creative process, was also emphasized.
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