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There's species-wide programming and then there's individuality. The overlap between those two opens up a space for creativity. Live in that space. I'm here too. Maybe I'll see you around sometime.
Creative Quest
Questlove's new creative book offers inspiration, anecdotes, and lessons on how to live your greatest creative life.
In this one-of-a-kind guide to living your greatest creative life, Questlove—musician, bandleader, designer, producer, culinary entrepreneur, educator, and all-around cultural omnivore—shares his knowledge on the issues of inspiration and uniqueness.
Questlove synthesizes all of the creative theories, teachings, and experiences he's heard from the many artists and collaborators in his life, as well as his personal experience, in Creative Quest, to educate readers and fans on how to think about creativity and where to discover it. He covers a wide range of topics, including what it means to be creative, how to find a mentor and serve as an apprentice, the importance of maintaining a creative network, dealing with critics and the pitfalls of success, and the specific pitfalls of contemporary culture, all in the service of guiding both long-time fans and newcomers unfamiliar with his storey.
Questlove talks with the openness and excitement that fans have come to expect, whether addressing his personal life or channeling the lessons he's learned from predecessors like George Clinton, collaborators like D'Angelo, or similar-minded artists like Ava DuVernay, David Byrne, Björk, and others. Creative Quest is a lot of things, but it's most importantly a thoughtful and wide-ranging discussion on the timeless mystery of creativity.
There's species-wide programming and then there's individuality. The overlap between those two opens up a space for creativity. Live in that space. I'm here too. Maybe I'll see you around sometime.
