> I will also point out that creativity doesn't happen in a vacuum. "Remix culture". Less-creative people only consume, or are content with making a minor twi

> I will also point out that creativity doesn't happen in a vacuum. "Remix culture". Less-creative people only consume, or are content with making a minor twist to something they encounter. More creative people take inspiration from 1001 existing things, actively seek out particular ones, and transform bits & pieces into something new. Gifted artists do that, but don't shy away from transforming the tools & technology used, as well. Sometimes creating truly unique works, or breaking open entire new fields (like a game designer starting an entirely new genre of games). This also happens in science. Of course we should cherish such gifted artists. But I'm convinced everyone's got a creative streak - it's more like a skill that can be grown & enhanced.