Response to Kermit the Frog

Creativity is a very flexible term that can be seen in so many different ways. In this video, I found Charles Bouldevaire’s take on creativity/genius being childhood recaptured at will the most fascinating of these definitions. It really spoke to me and added an extra layer of interest to the whole discussion. Another thing that piqued my interest is Kermit’s advice on collaborating during the creative process. I think this is by far the most important aspect of creating because at the end of the day creativity can be constrained by limited perspectives, even on a subconscious level. As explained by Linda Alcoff (in Race and Epistemology of Ignorance), most of what we know comes from making judgment calls within specific contexts, rather than relying solely on logical deductions or direct observations. That is why every person who has to make such judgment calls brings their own personal experiences into the mix. These experiences are influenced by many things like their social environment, personal identity, what they pay attention to, and their individual interests. This means that everyone sees things differently, even when looking at the same thing. Incorporating these different perspectives adds valuable elements to the creation and allows it to reach a wider audience base.

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