Understanding Creativity

Boost Your Creative Abilities to Improve Your Photography

A General Photography Presentation by Joe Edelman

“Creativity is the ability to solve problems in a relevant and novel manner.” — Joe Edelman

Understanding Creativity

Why is it so hard if we all have the potential to be creative?

For starters, many ways we traditionally learn photographic techniques are creativity killers.

Where does creativity come from? Are humans born with it, or do they learn it? Can we really tap into our brains to become more creative? The answers are bound to intrigue, challenge, and encourage you.

We will begin by looking at the scientific roots of creativity and the challenges that it creates. Then I will help you discover how to unlock your full potential as a creative photographer.

Armed with a better understanding of how creativity works, I will help you lay the foundation to elevate your photography skills by harnessing the power of creativity!

Here’s what you’ll walk away with:

The Science of Creativity: Unravel the mysterious cognitive process behind why creativity seems elusive to many.

The Key Hurdle: Uncover the primary reason why individuals face difficulties in blossoming into creative photographers.

Redefining Creativity: Embrace a revolutionary perspective of creativity that liberates your thinking and metamorphoses your creative approach.

The Secret Sauce: Absorb my top strategies for enhancing your creativity to excel in photography.

Harnessing Thought Patterns: Discover the advantages of Divergent and Convergent thinking in unearthing unique ideas and transforming them into captivating photographs.

Skills Augmentation: Learn practical techniques to develop and hone your photography skills by leveraging your creativity.

…and a treasure trove of thoughtful insights and knowledge that will revolutionize your photography journey!

Presentation Details

Duration: 90 minutes with time for Q&A.

Available as an In-Person or Virtual Presentation.

This subject also works very well as an in-person 3-4 hour hands-on workshop.

Intended Audience

This interactive and inspiring session is intended for photographers of all skill levels and all interests.

The concepts and techniques apply to both digital and film photography across all genres.

Set up Needed

In-Person: Requires the use of a digital projector and screen or a large-screen TV with a HDMI connections.

Virtual: I can host up to 100 people via ZOOM, or I can present on your organization's account. The presentation is delivered from a professional Livestream studio with professional lighting and sound.

Have more questions? Are you ready to book? Contact me with this link.

Images of Live & Virtual Presentations

All of my presentations, in-person or virtual, are lively, interactive, inspiring, and packed with useful information, with a little bit of humor thrown in for good measure!

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