Gifts of the Imagination from Three Late Bloomers
We can trace the roots of fantasy, horror, and science fiction to three writers who had one thing in common—all were creative late bloomers.
Essays
Maya Angelou observed, “You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.” In this section, you’ll find articles and book reviews about art, creativity, life-long learning, and how culture views late-blooming adults.
Susan Shankin On Designing “The Artist’s Way” Cover
I’m over at Write It Sideways talking with designer Susan Shankin (art director behind The Artist’s Way) about what goes into a compelling nonfiction book cover.
Is There Anything New Under The Sun?
Film director Jean-Luc Godard maintains, “It’s not where you take things from — it’s where you take them to.” It’s time to forget originality and embrace uniquity!
Come MOOC With Me, The Best Is Yet To Be
Almost every major university now offers Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs). I’m taking “Archaeology’s Little Secrets.”
Why Not All Who Wander Are Lost
In the Middle Ages, you could only study law, medicine, or religion. The Renaissance fostered rebellion and lauded the well-rounded person. Yet today, we’ve gone more medieval than ever.
Living the Creative Life at Burbank Senior Arts Colony
At the Burbank Senior Artists Colony, budding creatives over age 55 take advantage of art and sculpture studios, a digital film editing lab, an outdoor performance space, and a 45-seat theater.