Creativity Principles

This mind map highlights a wonderful quote from the book “Head First” by mind map inventor Tony Buzan (ISBN 0722540469)

The quote cuts straight to the heart of the principles of creativity and also serves as a perfect example of summarizing text into keywords within a mind map. When I read the explanation I felt compelled to express it within a mind map.

Here is the quote in text:

“Creativity, by its very nature, implies getting away from the norm. The statistical concept of the norm, the average, gives rise to our concept of ‘normal’. Normal is that to which your brain has become accustomed; that which gives you no surprises; that which remains the same; that which no longer shocks, startles, surprises or provokes you; that which does not stretch your imagination. To create means virtually the opposite: to bring into existence something new; to give rise to; to establish an association that has never been established before” Tony Buzan (in the book “Head First”)

Using imagination to move away from the norm is great fun and it unearths original trains of thought – something accessible to everyone. I highly recommend reading “Head First”, the book is full of fascinating gems to help develop and further your thinking potential and creative expression.

Discover more about Tony Buzan at the Think Buzan Website. You can also follow Tony Buzan on Twitter @Tony_Buzan and also try Buzan’s iMindMap software (affiliate link)

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Paintbrush mindmapping

Mindmapping offers a wonderful opportunity for personal expression and exploration; for developing a style of your own. One way to explore your creative side which is original and therapeutic is to create mind maps using paintbrushes.

Using a paintbrush slows your pace down; you can create in a relaxed manner, with deliberate action and contemplation. Whether you experiment by sticking to paintbrushes only or incorporate other media, you can encourage your artistic finesse and flair by creating original and personal mind maps; unique to you.

You can try many mediums; acrylic inks, acrylic paints, watercolours, coloured pencils and ink pens, to name only a few. Lettering offers another opportunity for expression; block letters, fancy fonts, even calligraphy; using brushwork or ink pens. Illustrations can also be created by brush as well as ink.

For examples of artistic mindmapping from around the world pay a visit to Mind Map Art where you can explore galleries, check blog posts (and subscribe), even rate mind maps and vote for your favourites.

In the above mind map I have endeavoured not to dictate a style; it is created as a summary of some of the many possibilities open to you when you move into mediums other than standard pens and pencils. (See also: Ideal Mindmapping Pens and Mind Map Tools of the Trade)

If you wish to learn more about drawing and how I create my mind maps check out the following E-Books:

Drawing Tips for Mind Mapping – the beginners guide to creating simple cartoons and illustrations

How I Drew my Mind Maps – the follow up; learn how to take your drawing to the next level

I hope you enjoy viewing my Mind Maps – there are hundreds more planned here at the Mind Map Inspiration Blog plus ongoing creativity and drawing tips. If you are not already subscribed, why not do so now via RSS or Email

Also available: E-Books designed to help you create stylish and artistic mind maps of your own.

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