Creativity
Disney legend Joe Rohde announces book on creativity
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Former Walt Disney Imagineer Joe Rohde has revealed his upcoming book, 'Floating Mountains: The Art of Imagining the Impossible,' following a tease on social media. The 320-page work, set for release on September 8, 2026, explores the secrets of creativity drawn from his career experiences. Published by National Geographic, it is available for pre-order on the Disney website.
A new excerpt highlights personal reflections on creativity and storytelling through everyday items.
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Fana Media Corporation and the Ethiopian Artificial Intelligence Institute have extended the submission deadline to Megabit 14, 2018, for their joint AI-powered music talent contest with a 1 million birr prize. Participants are actively submitting works in Addis Ababa.
South African trumpeter and composer Marcus Wyatt shares insights into his creative journey in a recent interview. Growing up in a musical home, he discusses the joys of ensemble music and the challenges of thriving in a conservative local scene. Wyatt emphasizes art's useless beauty as a path to freedom.
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New studies show that attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is associated with higher creativity, driven by a tendency for the mind to wander. Presented at the ECNP congress in Amsterdam, the research highlights deliberate mind wandering as a key factor. Findings suggest potential benefits for psychoeducation and treatment of ADHD.