Making Problems to Solve Xyla Foxlin - Seeing Things From a Different Perspective
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Nov 21, 2024 Xyla Foxlin is an innovative engineer and artist celebrated for her creative projects like an LED-powered kayak and an electric violin. In this discussion, she shares insights on how curiosity fuels creativity and the importance of boredom in sparking innovation. Xyla explores the fusion of art and engineering, emphasizing the need to bridge these fields in education. She reflects on the mental rejuvenation offered by nature and the surprising connection between boredom and creative breakthroughs, reminding us that creativity thrives in diverse environments.
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Journey over Product
- Xyla and Dave discuss the shift in creative pursuits.
- The internet allows people to share their creative journeys, making the process more exciting than just the final product.
Problem-Solving as a Universal Skill
- Problem-solving is a skill applicable to every discipline, from art to engineering.
- It's the connecting thread between seemingly disparate fields.
Art and Engineering
- Engineering and art share a core principle: creating to enhance the human experience.
- Society assigns different values to these fields, but they are interconnected.
