Leonardo da Vinci’s Seven Principles of Creativity
Curiosita An insatiably curious approach to life and an unrelenting quest for continuous learning. Example: asking questions, seeking information, reading and researching, lifelong learning.
Dimostrazione A commitment to test knowledge through experience, persistence, and a willingness to learn from mistakes. Example: scientific experimentation; learning by trial and error; sports or arts practice.
Sensazione The continual refinement of the senses, especially sight as a means to enliven experience. Example: Observation, visual exercises.
Sfumato “Going up in Smoke;” A willingness to embrace ambiguity, paradox, and uncertainty. Examples: enjoying uncertain book or film ending; research.
Arte/Scienza The development of the balance between science and art, logic and imagination; “whole-brain” thinking. Example: liberal arts education; scientific research about arts; graphic arts.
Corporalita The cultivation of grace, ambidexterity, fitness, and poise. Examples: physical practices: sports, yoga, dance.
Connessione A recognition of and appreciation for the interconnectedness of all things and phenomena. Examples: systems networks, spiritual/meditative practices.