Creativity: The Art and Science

Cognition

How to Overcome a Creative Block

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on September 28, 2026

Learn why we get stuck and what psychology tells us about how to get ideas moving again.

Learn why we get stuck and what psychology tells us about how to get ideas moving again.

Creativity

How to Develop Creative Potential

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on April 21, 2026

We build creative capacity at the intersection of what we learn and what we absorb—often unconsciously.

We build creative capacity at the intersection of what we learn and what we absorb—often unconsciously.

Creativity

Creative Potential Is Equal; Recognition Is Not

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on March 10, 2026

Research shows no gender differences in creative ability, yet disparities persist in opportunities and public praise. What happens between having ideas and receiving recognition?

Research shows no gender differences in creative ability, yet disparities persist in opportunities and public praise. What happens between having ideas and receiving recognition?

Creativity

Does Stress Kill Creativity?

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on February 2, 2026

Research shows whose creativity can thrive under conditions of stress.

Research shows whose creativity can thrive under conditions of stress.

Confidence

How to Build Creative Confidence

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on January 5, 2026

We do what we believe we can do. Boost your resolutions with four research-based strategies to develop creative confidence

We do what we believe we can do. Boost your resolutions with four research-based strategies to develop creative confidence

Creativity

Once You Learn to See, Creativity Follows

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on December 18, 2025

Key creativity lesson: Instead of thinking harder, see the problem in a new way.

Key creativity lesson: Instead of thinking harder, see the problem in a new way.

Awe

Why Are We Drawn to Art?

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on November 14, 2025

Latest research shows the transformative power of art, from surprise and insight to a sense of awe.

Latest research shows the transformative power of art, from surprise and insight to a sense of awe.

Emotions

What Art Teaches Us

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on August 5, 2025

New research provides insight into transformative experiences of art, from being moved to wonder and awe to new insights about ourselves and the world.

New research provides insight into transformative experiences of art, from being moved to wonder and awe to new insights about ourselves and the world.

Creativity

How We Think About Creativity Matters

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on June 27, 2025

Our beliefs about creativity can diminish our confidence; here is how research can reassure us and help boost our creative potential.

Our beliefs about creativity can diminish our confidence; here is how research can reassure us and help boost our creative potential.

Creativity

Creativity Is a Choice, Not a Trait

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on May 27, 2025

Looking at creativity as a decision-making process leads to three important questions. Number one is how to get started—or not.

Looking at creativity as a decision-making process leads to three important questions. Number one is how to get started—or not.

Career

The Paradox of Successful Problem-Solving

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on May 13, 2025

The science of creativity finds a paradoxical effect: The best way to successful problem-solving is time spent on problem-finding.

The science of creativity finds a paradoxical effect: The best way to successful problem-solving is time spent on problem-finding.

Creativity

Yes, We Can Define and Understand Creativity

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on April 2, 2025

A new look at decades of creativity science help describe creative potential and what it takes to transform it into something tangible.

A new look at decades of creativity science help describe creative potential and what it takes to transform it into something tangible.

Creativity

What Do We Get Out of Art?

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on March 18, 2025

Art is part of what makes us human; but what makes us understand it and feel it?

Art is part of what makes us human; but what makes us understand it and feel it?

Creativity

The (Hidden) Advantages of Creativity

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on February 23, 2025

We know that great inventions, discoveries, and art make creativity valuable. But what about personal and social benefits of creativity in our everyday lives?

We know that great inventions, discoveries, and art make creativity valuable. But what about personal and social benefits of creativity in our everyday lives?

Career

Where Do Original Ideas Come From?

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on January 28, 2025

Inspiration for original and creative work needs material to work with. And we can give it a helping hand.

Inspiration for original and creative work needs material to work with. And we can give it a helping hand.

Creativity

5 Things That Make Art Meaningful

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on August 15, 2023

There is much more to the experience of art than liking it. Here are five kinds of new understandings.

There is much more to the experience of art than liking it. Here are five kinds of new understandings.

Anger

Unlocking the Emotional Code of Abstract Art

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on May 16, 2023

New research asks how abstract art conveys emotions (hint: red is for anger, black and grey for fear).

New research asks how abstract art conveys emotions (hint: red is for anger, black and grey for fear).

Creativity

Uncovering Emotions in Creativity

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on March 29, 2023

What is the role of emotion in creativity? A new book offers research insights.

What is the role of emotion in creativity? A new book offers research insights.

Career

Your Brain on Art

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on March 7, 2023

How similar are art creation and appreciation? Neuroscience research says quite a bit.

How similar are art creation and appreciation? Neuroscience research says quite a bit.

Creativity

5 Strategies to Realize Your Creative Potential

Zorana Ivcevic Pringle Ph.D. on January 29, 2023

Creativity can provoke anxiety. Here are five strategies to cope with this anxiety and boost creativity.

Creativity can provoke anxiety. Here are five strategies to cope with this anxiety and boost creativity.