Posts Tagged ‘Creative people’
SparkFire President Chris Fagan Heads to the South Pole!
SparkFire helps businesses and entrepreneurs ignite creativity, imagine possibilities, and push outside comfort zones. Now SparkFire’s President Chris Fagan puts these principles into practice on a personal quest in Antarctica.
In late November, Chris Fagan and her husband Marty will fly to Antarctica to set off on an expedition with no guides or resupply. They will attempt to become the first American married couple to ski 570 miles from the edge of the continent, where land meets sea, to the … Read more
The Art of Creating Fine Wood Furniture
Ken Richards, fine furniture maker for the past 30 years, approaches each project with the attitude of an artist. “I am not just trying to create beautiful furniture, I want to create works of art,” says Ken. From initial inspiration to delivery of the final product, Ken meticulously completes every detail himself, ensuring the highest quality and the full expression of his design vision. He is a rare breed, working with the finest materials and designing pieces that take incredible … Read more
Helen Thayer: An Uncommon Life of Adventure
At the age of 48, Helen Thayer, a world class athlete and mountaineer, stood on top of Mt. Communism in Tajikistan and was struck by an inspiration. At that moment, she decided to start a new chapter in her life by using her world expeditions as metaphors to teach and inspire students. She founded the non-profit Adventure Classroom with the mission “to inspire students to embrace integrity, demonstrate courage, and assume responsibility for their actions.”
“I work to inspire kids … Read more
Creative Thinking Books
Bookstore shelves are packed with resources that claim to inspire creative thinking and innovation. These five stand apart from the pack. Ranging from playful to artfully designed to more serious, each book keeps you thinking long after you’ve put it down.
1. The Art of the Ideaand How it Can Change Your Life by John Hunt
John Hunt is an award winning playwright, author and World Creative Director of TBWA. He’s created a sharply written and well-designed book that … Read more
Treehouse Inspiration
When I see a treehouse, I’m filled with a sense of curiosity and wonder, excited to explore inside. Since my family is in the process of building a treehouse, I jumped at the chance to attended a recent book signing by Seattle author Pete Nelson who shared insights from his most recent book “New Treehouses of the World.”
Pete’s book takes readers on an exciting international tour of more than 35 new treehouses. Each photo and accompanying description invite you … Read more
