The Future of Art Schools: Navigating Creativity in a Technological Age
Art education is poised for a profound transformation. Art schools, once bastions of traditional techniques and methods, are now at the...
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Roy Sharples is the Founder, President and Chief Creative Officer of Unknown Origins on a mission to unlock everyones creative potential.
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Influential Perspectives on Creativity, Innovation, Leadership, and Entrepreneurship
Roy Sharples
Aug 4
The True Essence of Being an Artist: Attributes, Proficiencies, and Lessons from History's Masters
Creativity is often heralded but not always understood, the life of an artist stands as a testament to the pursuit of beauty, expression,...
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Roy Sharples
Jul 26
Creative Revolutions That Moved Britain Forward
Britain has been a hotbed for creative revolutions due to its unique blend of history, modernity, and a culture that nurtures innovation...
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May 6
The Future of AI in Storytelling
In the age-old storytelling tradition, where narratives weave the fabric of human experience, a new protagonist has emerged: Artificial...
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Roy Sharples
Apr 21
Cirque du Soleil's Creative Alchemy in "Love" by The Beatles
When Cirque du Soleil first teamed up with The Beatles to create "Love," the world held its breath. Could the avant-garde brilliance of...
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Roy Sharples
Mar 25
Influential Cities Shaping the Modern Cultural Landscape
In the bustling cacophony of global urbanity, certain cities stand as titans, shaping the ever-evolving tapestry of our modern cultural...
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Roy Sharples
Mar 25
Detroit: The Engine of Creativity
Detroit has been one of the most influential cities in the modern world. From the thunderous roar of Henry Ford's assembly lines to the...
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Roy Sharples
Mar 25
The Societal Impact of London's Grime Movement
Emerging from the streets of East London, Grime wasn't just a genre—it was a cultural force that revolutionized British culture and...
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Roy Sharples
Mar 25
Bristol's Trip-Hop Revolution
Bristol's Trip-Hop revolution of the 1990s emerged from the city's vibrant underground scene. More than just a genre, Trip-Hop was a...
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Roy Sharples
Mar 25
Glasgow's Post-Punk and Indie Scenes
Glasgow emerged as a hotbed of creativity, from the industrial vistas of the Clyde to the artistic hubs of the West End, particularly...
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Roy Sharples
Mar 25
Manchester's Madchester and Indie Vibe
From the post-industrial landscapes of the north to the edgy streets of the city center, Manchester during the Madchester and Indie...
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Roy Sharples
Mar 25
Acid House: Manchester and London's Electric Revolution
Acid House sparked both fervor and controversy within British culture. Emerging from the industrial heartlands of Manchester and the...
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Roy Sharples
Mar 25
Coventry's 2-Tone Revolution
Coventry's 2-Tone revolution of the 1970s and 1980s significantly catalyzed change in British culture and society. Emerging from the...
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Roy Sharples
Mar 25
Sheffield's Electronic Revolution
From the industrial heartlands of South Yorkshire emerged a sound that not only redefined the landscape of British culture but also...
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Roy Sharples
Mar 24
London's Punk and New Romantics Revolutions
The British Punk explosion of the 1970s and the subsequent rise of the New Romantics in the 1980s left an undeniable dent in culture and...
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Roy Sharples
Mar 24
Brighton's Mod Revival
Emerging from the seaside city's eclectic streets, Brighton's Mod revival and its alternative spirit, spanned from the 1960s to the...
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Roy Sharples
Mar 24
Swinging London: The Mod and Carnaby Street Explosion
Swinging London, defined by the Mod movement and vibrant Carnaby Street scene in the 1960s, wasn't just a passing trend. It emerged from...
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Roy Sharples
Mar 24
Liverpool's Beatlemania and The Rise of Merseybeat
Liverpool's Beatlemania was a cultural explosion in the 1960s that transformed British culture and resonated globally. Originating from...
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Mar 24
The Punk Revolution: A Cultural and Societal Paradigm Shift
Erupting in the mid-1970s, punk rock surged onto the scene with raw energy and an unyielding ethos that shook the cultural landscape....
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Mar 24
Thatcherism's Influence on British Pop Culture and Social Revolts
The 1980s saw a seismic change in British culture and society, primarily driven by the ideology of Thatcherism. Margaret Thatcher's...
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