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Congress takes on TikTok, privacy, and AI

The TikTok ban is back with potential Senate vote, along with other tech-related bills like APRA gaining traction in Congress.

Tech issues are becoming a policy priority, with discussions on AI's impact on Hollywood and creativity. [ more ]

Futurism

Newsweek Is Using AI in Its Articles

Newsweek embraces AI in newsroom for efficiency and creativity. [ more ]

Ars Technica

OpenAI winds down AI image generator that blew minds and forged friendships in 2022

The sunset of DALL-E 2 signifies the end of a period of creativity and technological advancement, with newer models surpassing it. [ more ]

Consequence

Billie Eilish, Jason Isbell, & Pearl Jam among 200 artists to sign open letter for responsible AI music practices

AI in music is being criticized for devaluing artists' work and potentially leading to revenue losses.

An open letter signed by over 200 music industry figures highlights concerns about AI replacing human creativity and degrading the value of artistic work. [ more ]

Forbes

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The Top AI Tools For Content Creators In 2024

The creator economy benefits from AI in productivity, creativity, and insights. [ more ]

AnOther

12 hours ago

50 Questions With St Vincent

Annie Clark, also known as St Vincent, discusses her forthcoming album All Born Screaming and her creative process. [ more ]

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Everything Must Go by Dorian Lynskey review why is it always apocalypse now?

Exploring various forms of apocalyptic scenarios in art and literature, Dorian Lynskey showcases the creativity and inventiveness of doomsayers' creations, making this a captivating read. [ more ]

Oregon ArtsWatch | Oregon Arts & Culture News

3 days ago

Bobby Bermea: Ken Yoshikawa, man on a mission

Ken Yoshikawa is exploring playwriting with creativity and risk-taking sensibility. [ more ]

The Paris Review

Prescribing Creativity: The Meta-Diaries of Marion Milner - The Paris Review

Creative potential central in psychoanalysis but challenging to understand. [ more ]

Vulture

How'd You Make That?

Creators' stories have a classic structure, starting from nothing and ending with something.

Transitioning from editor to artist involved struggles of self-doubt and the balance between perseverance and surrender. [ more ]

Slate Magazine

I Got Help for My Insomnia From a Dead Writer With A Singular Mind

Insomnia can be seen as an opportunity for creative activities rather than just an affliction.

Lewis Carroll's Guide for Insomniacs offers whimsical ways to pass sleepless hours, emphasizing the value of wakefulness for creativity. [ more ]

iRunFar

Kelly Halpin and the Art of Running

Kelly Halpin combines creativity in ultrarunning, thru-hiking, alpinism with art, photography, and children's book illustration inspired by nature. [ more ]

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4 days ago

NYC politics

Original Observer Photography

Finding inspiration from reality can fuel creativity and help in dealing with fixation on difficult topics. [ more ]

Forbes

Where To Find Inspiration For Your Next Marketing Campaign

To keep creativity flowing, marketers should seek inspiration outside of traditional sources like competitor analysis and online tutorials, focusing on nature and community for rejuvenation. [ more ]

The Paris Review

"Throwing Yourself Into the Dark": A Conversation with Anne Carson - The Paris Review

Empty space is a creative playground for Anne Carson, emphasizing absence-as-presence in her work. [ more ]

The Wire Magazine - Adventures In Modern Music

Bells, William Blake and Hildegard von Bingen: Clarissa Connelly charts her world of work - The Wire

Clarissa Connelly views each of her albums as a distinct world of work, with her latest album reflecting her core music philosophy.

Connelly draws inspiration from Georges Bataille's concept of the exterior 'world of work' and Hildegard von Bingen's connection between prayer and music for her latest album. [ more ]

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Uncertainty is Science's Super Power. Make It Yours, Too

Uncertainty is a rich source of inspiration for poetry.

Engaging with uncertainty leads to potential and creativity. [ more ]

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Web design

Gay Interior Design Masters star spills the tea about working alongside Alan Carr

Interior design is inherently camp and playful, with a lack of judgment during the creative process. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

Web design

Procreate Dreams beginner tips - Danni Fisher-Shin shares her animation insights

Understanding the fundamentals of animation is key for boosting workflow in Procreate Dreams.

Cultivating mental health and creativity is crucial for reaching full creative potential. [ more ]

innovation

Entrepreneur

How to Jump-Start Your Creativity When It's Running Low | Entrepreneur

Creativity is essential in various industries to tackle challenges and promote businesses effectively. [ more ]

Fast Company

Look inside David Lynch's mysterious 'Thinking Room'

David Lynch showcased his unpredictable creativity in a new interior design project at a design fair in Milan. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

8 Tips To Nurture Creativity In eLearning

Creativity in eLearning involves critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation, enhancing engagement and retention through dynamic and interactive learning experiences. [ more ]

Medium

Why are UX professionals on social media thieves of joy?

More companies should embrace events like April Fun Day to foster innovation within their teams. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

"You shouldn't be afraid of AI," says Joshua Davis at OFFF Barcelona

AI is leading us to an age of convergence where everything looks the same

Creatives should embrace AI as a tool and not fight against it [ more ]

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ADHD's Hidden Benefits Can Be 'Awesome'

ADHD can present differently, benefiting focus and creativity. ADHD is not just about a deficit but also about unique strengths and abilities. [ more ]

Kotaku

New Fan-Made Set Lets You Play Tetris With Lego Bricks

Fan-made Lego set turning Tetris into a playable tabletop game surpasses official video game sets in creativity and functionality. [ more ]

ReadWrite

Minecraft player has X-Files moment as they report an in-game UFO sighting

Minecraft UFO sighting sparks speculation and curiosity about unidentified objects in the game world. [ more ]

Brooklyn Paper

Trash to trend: Kings Plaza's 'Recycle the Runway' showcases high-fashion sustainability * Brooklyn Paper

Transforming recyclable materials into high-fashion outfits is a creative way to promote sustainability. [ more ]

Open Culture

Watch Iconic Artists at Work: Rare Videos of Picasso, Matisse, Kandinsky, Renoir, Monet, Pollock & More

The article discusses rare film footage of famous artists like Monet, Renoir, and Rodin captured in the process of creation. [ more ]

designboom | architecture & design magazine

aequo.design develops ambiguous objects from industrial materials for palais de tokyo

The aequo.design OBJ Collection promotes inventive use through versatile design objects that blur the lines between functional items and art, encouraging personal interaction and creativity. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Putting on the pizzazz: a no-holds-barred home in Nashville

Turner's home showcases creativity through unique decor made from traded pieces and eclectic furnishings. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

When Jane Fonda Met Lily Tomlin

Creativity has no limitations, and artists are venturing into new genres and mediums to challenge themselves and create unique works. [ more ]

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What Jon Bon Jovi Did After Losing His Voice

Creativity knows no bounds as artists and creators venture into unfamiliar territories outside their comfort zones. [ more ]

Cequens

The Content Marketer's Dilemma: Finding myself between connecting and selling

Dissatisfaction with current path can lead to positive change, embrace self-discovery for personal growth. [ more ]

BuzzFeed

This Teacher Has An Epic Way To Stop His Students From Cheating

Incorporating creative concepts like anti-cheating hats in education can boost students' confidence. [ more ]

Inc.com

What to Look For With a Digital PR Service Company

Choosing the right digital PR company is crucial for brand success, focusing on relationship-building, tangible results, creativity, transparency, and adaptability. [ more ]

Adweek

The Social Playbook Is Dead. Long Live the Social Philosophy

Playbooks limit creativity on social media platforms by inhibiting flexibility and spontaneity.

A clearly defined philosophy is more effective than a playbook for successful brand building online. [ more ]

BuzzFeed

35 TikTok Products For Anyone Who Likes To Surround Themselves With Beautiful Things At All Times

Decorative rainbow window film refracts rainbows, useful for pets and sunroofs.

Reverse Coloring Book adds lines to watercolor art, great for stress relief and creativity. [ more ]

The Drum

The Drum

Reels on Instagram offers a platform for creativity and self-expression.

Digital creators impact brand discovery and consumer influence. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

3 days ago

How to tell a story in an image

Generative AI lacks human meaning and coherence; human artists can leverage personal narrative to create impactful art. [ more ]

Bustle

3 days ago

55 Weird Things For Men That Have Near-Perfect Amazon Reviews & Are Insanely Clever

Ultimate gift guide for men with top Amazon products. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

5 days ago

The tech that a creative art director can't live without

Avoid burnout and nurture creativity by taking breaks from screens and engaging in hobbies outside of work. [ more ]

GameSpot

6 days ago

Stock Up On Lego Bricks With These Deals On Classic Starter Sets

Great deals on Lego Classic kits at Amazon and Walmart offer endless creativity and inspiration for all ages. [ more ]

Mashable

Adobe unveils AI features for Photoshop - but not everyone is happy about it

Generative AI features added to Photoshop ease image creation from text prompts for both rookies and professionals. [ more ]

Design You Trust - Design Daily Since 2007

Industry Logos as Vtuber Logos: There's a Hilarious Challenge on Twitter

Vtubers logos are now being compared to famous company logos in a creative challenge on Twitter. [ more ]

Design You Trust - Design Daily Since 2007

5 days ago

Photographer Yulia Taits Continues Her 'Porcelain Beauty' Photo Series Featuring People With Albinism, Aided by AI

Yulia Taits utilized AI to broaden the reach of her 'Porcelain Beauty' project, transforming her initial uncertainty into new possibilities for creativity. [ more ]

Pitchfork

6 days ago

Watch Grimes Discuss AI in Music for PBS Series A Brief History of the Future

AI is seen as an opportunity for artists to shape future creativity and talent, similar to the revolution in at-home music production. [ more ]

New York Post

Katy Perry, Nicki Minaj and more warn against 'predatory use of AI' in open letter: 'Will devalue the entire music ecosystem'

Artists are voicing concerns against AI in the music industry

AI is seen as a threat to creativity and livelihoods of human artists [ more ]

Above the Law

The Intersection Of Human Creativity And AI: A Legal Renaissance

AI is challenging traditional notions of creativity and authorship.

US intellectual property offices are taking a stand to preserve the exclusivity of human creativity. [ more ]

The Drum

6 days ago

Should ads follow trends and tropes, or is it simply lazy creative?

Brands should aim to be trendsetters, not followers, by tapping into culture authentically and standing out with distinctive advertising.

Agencies should not jump on popular creative bandwagons like dancing ads without doing the necessary brand and audience research to ensure authenticity and avoid lack of creativity. [ more ]

The Drum

'The end of the world isn't nigh, it's AI' according to Sir John Hegarty

The transformative potential of AI can change everything if creatively engaged with, emphasizing the importance of creativity in marketing and branding. [ more ]

The Drum

'The end of the world isn't nigh, its AI' according to Sir John Hegarty

AI's transformative power is significant, akin to internet/TV, stressing the importance of creatively engaging with it for market distinction. [ more ]

The Drum

It's time to be real about my fake ads

Fake ads can boost exposure but may attract criticism and debate.

Distinguishing between fake ads by brands and by individuals is essential to understand intent and impact. [ more ]

The Drum

Wondering what's wrong with the ad industry eventually led me to Liquid Death

Question the conventional marketing approach

Pursue meaningful work and enjoyment over conventional success [ more ]

Medium

Make product design great again

Digital product design is becoming predictable and lacking creativity, with a standardized and templated approach. [ more ]

Medium

Convention over creativity? The ups and downs of UX design

Established interaction patterns and standards are crucial in UX design for better user experiences.

Leveraging conventions in design increases user comprehension and decreases errors, leading to effective UX design. [ more ]

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QNS

Film

Frank Sinatra Film School highlights student talent at annual Film Festival - QNS

The Frank Sinatra School of the Arts in Queens hosts its 16th Annual Film Festival, showcasing students' creativity and talent. [ more ]

The Atlantic

Film

The Fans Aren't Always Right

Ghostbusters franchise is treated seriously leading to unnecessary controversies.

The recent Ghostbusters movie lacked energy and creativity. [ more ]

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What to Do When You Can't Figure Out How to Draw Anthony Fauci's Glasses?

Writers and artists are branching out to new genres and mediums to challenge themselves creatively. [ more ]

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From Debuts to Do-Overs, What It Means to Become an Artist At Any Age

Creativity knows no bounds; artists across disciplines challenge themselves with new projects. [ more ]

Kotaku

Video games

Yoko Taro Explains Why He Envies Stellar Blade And Its Director

Both Nier: Automata director Yoko Taro and Kim Hyeong-Tae, director of Stellar Blade, express jealousy towards each other's abilities and successes. [ more ]

VG247

Video games

"I'm gonna do something simple, but meaningful" - How one Fallout New Vegas modder perfectly memorialised Matthew Perry

Modders create add-ons for games to fulfill wish fulfillment and enhance gameplay.

Modding allows players to explore and understand game mechanics while adding personal touches. [ more ]

GameSpot

Video games

Anthony Mackie Opens Up About The MCU's Creative Limitations

Working on Marvel projects limits creativity due to existing content while other projects provide more freedom for experimentation.

Twisted Metal's success can be attributed to the ability to build the world around the characters with more creative freedom. [ more ]

Bicycling

BikeMag

Bicycling

Rider Shows Off 'New' One-Foot Style

Getting creative in bike riding is essential in today's saturated market, focusing on bike-body system understanding for better performance. [ more ]

BikeMag

Bicycling

Creator Has Unique Solution For Lubrication Issues

Brendan Carberry creates humorous bike parts using 3D printing.

Encouragement for creative experimentation in making designs for mountain bikes. [ more ]

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Dining

A Radicchio Salad for People Who Don't Think They Like Radicchio

Chef Frederik Bille Brahe reinvented Apollo Bar & Kantine with a focus on simple yet surprising dinner offerings. [ more ]

WGB

Absolute madlad turns a PS1 into a handheld console and it's beautiful

Creativity shines in gaming community with the transformation of a working PS1 into a portable console. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

Video game ads in the 90s were utterly unbelievable

Video game advertising in the 90s and 00s was creatively bizarre and controversial, reflecting a different era in marketing. [ more ]

ReadWrite

5 of the best free AI image generators

AI image generators are increasingly popular for generating high-quality content across various platforms.

Free AI image generators like Ideogram are cost-effective and accessible, assisting with creative tasks and boosting marketing efforts. [ more ]

Deep House London

Music

Pleasurekraft to release third and final LP "On Growth And Form" | News | Deep House London

Amid global challenges, Pleasurekraft's new album highlights human resilience and creativity

The album revisits previous themes with a nuanced perspective, touching on social media and self-obsession [ more ]

Consequence

Music

Chicano Batman's Carlos Arevalo on the Creative Spark of Radiohead's Kid A: Podcast

Kid A by Radiohead had a profound impact on Chicano Batman guitarist Carlos Arévalo, opening up new musical possibilities.

Kid A marked a dramatic shift in Radiohead's stylistic direction, challenging listeners with its futuristic sound. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Nurturing creativity and imagination in young minds

Open-ended toys spark creativity

Unscheduled free time fosters imagination [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org

Hatching chicks, zombie parasites and honeybee births: A Berkeley photographer's work in the spotlight on Disney+

Anand Varma shifted from aspiring scientist to established nature photographer through a serendipitous job recommendation.

Varma's photography blends scientific rigor with creative techniques to capture unique and compelling imagery. [ more ]

www.hamhigh.co.uk

TikTok trainspotter judges school's rail bridge contest

Trainspotter Francis Bourgeois judged a bridge competition at a Hampstead schools' science fair.

Community involvement and creativity were key aspects of the science fair. [ more ]

Juxtapoz

Juxtapoz Magazine - The Result of Chuck Sperry's Silkscreen Work is "Only Human"

Chuck Sperry's exhibition showcases his career, including new silkscreen prints and rare works.

Sperry believes human creativity in physical art will persist amidst increasing automation in creative fields. [ more ]

eLearning

Education

How Using Technology in Teaching Impacts Classrooms? - eLearning

Classroom technology promotes practical learning and engagement.

Technology fosters creativity, interactivity, and self-paced learning for students. [ more ]

The Mercury News

Education

Student artists transition to professional venue for annual juried show

Creating art submissions is valuable irrespective of winning awards.

Art programs like ArtNow have a transformative impact on student artists. [ more ]

Design Milk

Tarnsjo Tannery Partnership With NK Interior Titillates in Together

Scandinavian creativity in design is anticipatory of the future, focusing on sustainability and local production.

NK Interior collaborates with Tärnsjö Garveri Tannery to showcase eco-conscious leather goods. [ more ]

Design Milk

From Video Game to Vivid Reality: Inside the PUBG Studios Office

Office design inspired by video games can enhance collaboration and creativity.

Spatial layout mimicking gameplay can encourage exploration and interaction among employees.

An immersive office environment that captures the essence of a game's design can foster teamwork and innovation. [ more ]

Oregon ArtsWatch | Oregon Arts & Culture News

Corvallis's PRAx of life opens its doors

PRAx at OSU is a creative arts center showcasing diverse exhibitions and performances.

The center features a mix of historic instruments, digital art, and immersive video installations to showcase experimentation in arts. [ more ]

Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Silicon Valley

Stanford Medicine Orchestra and Medical Student Symposium at Stanford | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Creativity is valuable in all professions, including medicine.

The Medical Student Symposium highlights artistic talents in the field of medicine. [ more ]

The Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Next act: Edward Enninful turns his attention from fashion to the world of art

Edward Enninful is driven by a thirst for knowledge and a love for cultural immersion, especially in art.

His childhood experiences, including exposure to vibrant colors and early sketching, shaped his philosophy on creativity and limitless possibilities. [ more ]

WhoWhatWear

Second Life Podcast: Brigette Romanek

Brigette Romanek is a successful interior designer known for blending luxury with functionality.

Romanek's career path has been non-linear, transitioning from music and fashion to interior design. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

5 ways creatives can stay optimistic - and creative

High sensitivity can lead to both creativity and dark places.

Managing thought patterns is essential for preserving mental health and creativity. [ more ]

Independent

My favourite room: 'I did an energy upgrade while retaining the original features' - architect Robert Bourke

Passion for creativity, sustainability, design manifested in Dublin home.

Architects crucial for maximizing space, clever design features in building projects.

Simon Open Door campaign offers homeowners architect consultations for realistic advice. [ more ]

London Jazz News

London music

Philipp Schiepek - 'Versuch zu Traumen'

Philipp Schiepek is a renowned German guitarist with training in jazz and classical guitar, known for his individual sonic language.

His album 'Versuch zu Träumen' explores the theme of dreaming, reflecting on dreams as a window to creativity. [ more ]

Remodelista

Trend Alert: The Art of the Handwritten Note - Remodelista

Handwriting adds a personal and sentimental touch to various items.

Imperfect handwriting is encouraged for a more authentic feel. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

These new Maya and 3ds Max 2025 tools will save you time

New tools in Autodesk software enhance workflows and save time for creatives.

Maya and 3ds Max updates include Smart Extrude, Motion Trail Editor, and Retopology tools. [ more ]

VentureBeat

OpenAI shows off first examples of third-party creators using Sora

AI model Sora showcased by select creatives.

OpenAI's generative AI helping bring ideas to reality. [ more ]

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Agile

The Power of Creative Constraints in Scrum

Frameworks like Scrum enhance creativity by providing structure and constraints that inspire innovative solutions.

Examples of how frameworks foster creativity include William Shakespeare's sonnets and the structured episodes of the TV show Friends. [ more ]

Design You Trust

Artist Crafts Mesmerizing Wire Sculptures that Breathe Life Into Metal

Wire sculptures by Samuel Troyer tell unique tales and aim to evoke joy in viewers.

The artwork of Samuel Troyer showcases the fusion of skillful craftsmanship and boundless creativity. [ more ]

Futurism

OpenAI Showing Off Video-Generating System to Hollywood Directors

OpenAI's upcoming video-generating AI, Sora, is poised for public release soon.

Some in Hollywood are embracing AI for film production, while others express opposition. [ more ]

BuzzFeed

Books

34 Products For Anyone Who Has Recently Been Told "You Need To Find A Hobby"

Reverse Coloring Book encourages creativity and stress relief through line drawings instead of coloring.

Beginner's guide to calligraphy offers thorough instruction, including practice for base strokes and posture. [ more ]

Berlin Startup Jobs

Berlin

Job Vacancy: Praktikum Marketing & Kooperationen (m/w/d) // Realtainment GmbH | Internships Jobs | Berlin Startup Jobs

ArtNights offers unique painting courses inspired by artists for creativity and enjoyment.

Marketing internship role at ArtNights involves developing strategies, initiating partnerships, and daily marketing support. [ more ]

Defector

A Journey Through The Process Of Making And Talking About Art | Defector

Critics play a crucial role in maintaining standards and fostering appreciation of art through healthy criticism.

Criticism is an art form that helps people understand the nuances of creation and the influence of context on art. [ more ]

Fstoppers

Inspirational Home Tour of a Photographer's Work Space

Photographer Bart Kuykens' home tour showcases a re-imagined workspace that inspires creativity and comfort.

Having a personalized space at home for work and play is essential for productivity and inspiration. [ more ]

FlowingData

Business intelligence

Birding and data visualization

Combines birding and data visualization for coders and birders

Encourages learning by applying data visualization to specific fields for better understanding. [ more ]

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Joan Jonas: A Trailblazer Shines at MoMA

Creativity has no hierarchies; all materials have equal potential.

Joan Jonas is a trailblazer in video, performance, and installation art, blending feminist and environmentalist themes. [ more ]

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