Developing Your Creativity (Short Course)

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. You will learn techniques used by great contemporary creative designers and artists to develop innovative projects.

Through practical exercises and illustrated talks, you will develop new idea generation skills, unlock new practices and expand your horizons. You will leave with an ‘innovation toolkit’ that will give you the confidence to approach any creative project with confidence.

The ability to draw on a range of creative techniques to create and develop a project is crucial to its success.

• It is vital in the world of innovation to create unique, original ideas that make both you and your work stand-out from the crowded competition. You will learn what makes some people more able to think of unique ideas and develop original projects. You’ll discover how to improve your ability to generate original ideas and solutions. This course will give you the tools that will help you to learn how to broaden your scope for ideas.
• To build strong foundations for your creative practice there are specific skills you can develop. Learn how to get your message through to the hearts and minds of your audience. You will improve your ability to generate original ideas and solutions to design problems.
• Through practical exercises, contextual studies, technical demonstrations and illustrated talks, you’ll discover how to convey your 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.

Course outcomes
By the end of this course, students will:

• Have acquired 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
• Investigate the power of images, the impact of words, branding, storytelling and strategic messages to promote your ideas.
• Have defined your position, mission and vision as a creative person.
• Identify your core values and purpose (why you want to be creative) and discover ways to express your personality and style.
• Have built a strong and effective sense of your goals and vision.

Who should take this course?

• 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.

Entry requirements: None apart from an open mind and a willingness to take risks.

Level: Beginners as well as experienced students

Please note: This course is for students aged 18 and older

Clear, easy to understand lessons:

• Our tutors will explain things in easy to understand, accessible English. If they need to use any special terminology they will make sure they explain what they mean.
• New methodologies will be explained or demonstrated
• We also offer learning resources for you to access outside of the classroom

Experience life on campus:

• Study at Central Saint Martins, Granary Square a world-famous art and design college
• Network and share ideas with students from across the globe
• Access the technology and materials relevant to your discipline
• Ask questions of your tutor in real time
• Receive feedback and critique on your assignments
• Experience the many sights of London on your down time

All our online short courses include:

• Live and interactive online lessons with classmates from around the world
• The same course content and learning outcomes as our face to face courses
• Lesson recordings, for review, so you never have to miss a class
• Access to the virtual learning environment with course content
• Forums for support
• 2 weeks online access to the recordings of the live classroom sessions
• Ask questions to your tutor in real time

A certificate of completion:

• You've put the work in so we want to make sure you have something to show for it!
• As long as you attend a minimum of 80% of your classes, we will provide you with a certificate of attendance.
• However we always recommend you attend all of the classes so that you get the most out of the experience!
• Certificates are a great addition to your CV

Details
Topics covered

• Practical strategies for developing and creating new ideas.
• You will leave with the confidence to experiment with unusual solutions to challenging situations requiring a creative approach.
• 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.
• Many different approaches for generating ideas are explored in an atmosphere that is stimulating, enjoyable and supportive.
• Discover, 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.

You will leave with the confidence to experiment with unusual solutions to challenging situations requiring a creative approach.