Developing Your Creativity Short Course
Course description
Course overview
This course aims to teach artists, designers, and innovators in any field, a range of processes to make generating creative ideas easier. It's a myth that creative people wait for inspiration. They don't. They work at it - with practical methods.
The ability to draw on a range of creative techniques to create and develop a project is crucial to its success. It's vital in the world of innovation to create unique, original ideas that make both you and your work stand out from the crowded competition. This course will give you the tools that will help you to learn how to broaden your scope for ideas.
You'll learn techniques used by great contemporary creative designers and artists to develop innovative projects and how to get your message through to the hearts and minds of your audience. Through practical exercises, contextual studies, technical demonstrations and illustrated talks, you'll discover how to convey what is unique about you as a creative person, your purpose, personality, mission and vision. You'll discover how to take your work in different directions, unlock your imagination and expand your horizons.
Every student receives a copy of the book 'The Art of Creative Thinking' by Rod Judkins, a valuable resource that will inspire and guide you in your design journey.
This course is available both on campus or online. Please check location assigned to specific dates in the booking section.
Who this course is for
The course is designed to help anyone to learn techniques to develop ways of thinking and working more creatively. It would suit designers, artists, entrepreneurs and anyone interested in innovation.
Both beginners or experienced practitioners will leave the course with new ways to develop their ideas. We are simply looking for anyone with an open mind and a willingness to take risks for this course.
Key information
Topics covered
- Practical strategies for developing and creating new ideas
- The power of images, the impact of words, branding, storytelling and strategic messages to promote your ideas
- Participants will work individually and in groups to aid the flow of ideas
- Many techniques are examined through slide shows and talks, and then put into practice to tackle various creative projects
- Practical, reliable methods for creating solutions to design and innovation problems
- Your creative proposition, your core values, personality and what is at the heart of you as a creative person
Learning outcomes
- You will leave with the confidence to experiment with unusual solutions to challenging situations requiring a creative approach
- A better understanding of how to best apply your creative abilities, and the process of creating innovative ideas
- Develop good interactive experiences and foster strong bonds with your audience
- Feel more confident about presenting your ideas and work. Be more effective at communication and creating compelling conversations
- Have defined your position, mission and vision as a creative person and purpose (why you want to be creative) and discover ways to express your personality and style
- Digital badge and certificate of attendance
Materials
On campus
- Notebook and pens
Online
If you are taking this course online, please see our Guide to taking online short courses.
Tutor
Rod Judkins
Rod Judkins is a London-based artist, illustrator, designer and writer. Since graduating from the Royal College of Art he has had numerous solo exhibitions in London and abroad. He teaches on conceptual-thinking seminars at many colleges and has written two books, The Art of Creative Thinking, and Change Your Mind: 57 Ways to unlock Your Creative Self.
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