{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"312. Building a Culture of Curiosity with Dustin Black","description":"312. Building a Culture of Curiosity with Dustin Black In this episode of Creative Chats, host Mike Brennan speaks with Dustin Black, an executive creative director at Preston Spire. They explore Dustin's unique perspective on creativity, the importance of resourcefulness, and how to teach creativity to the next generation. The conversation delves into the impact of AI on creative processes, the necessity of adapting to change, and the significance of fostering a culture of curiosity within teams. Dustin shares insights on celebrating wins in creative work and offers advice on balancing personal and professional growth. 3 Key Takeaways: \ud83c\udfa8 Cultivate Curiosity \u2013 Dustin emphasizes the importance of adopting a "culture of curiosity." Whether you're learning a new technology or navigating uncharted creative waters, staying curious helps you adapt, grow, and keep your work fresh. \ud83c\udfa8 Creativity Thrives Beyond the Rules \u2013 Mastering the fundamentals is essential, but true innovation happens when you push beyond the boundaries. Dustin encourages not just following patterns but making them your own, and experimenting\u2014failures included\u2014along the way. \ud83c\udfa8 AI is a Tool, Not a Threat \u2013 Rather than fearing advances in AI, Dustin discusses how creatives can leverage these new tools to eliminate excuses and unlock new possibilities. Human insight and curation remain indispensable, even as technology transforms the creative process. Links and Resources: Dustin Black\u2019s personal site: https:\/\/dustinblack.com Preston Spire https:\/\/prestonspire.com Mike Brennan\u2019s Daily Creative Habit Journal & Resources: https:\/\/dailycreativehabit.com See Dustin\u2019s artwork in-person: Minneapolis Airport, Terminal 1, F4 through October 2026 Feeling inspired? Make sure you subscribe to Creative Chats and leave us a review! Your ratings help us reach more listeners and bring you stories from exceptional creatives like Dustin Black. And if you\u2019re ready to level up your own creative routine, check out the Daily Creative Habit Membership at dailycreativehabit.com to join a supportive community and access exclusive resources. Stay curious, keep creating, and we\u2019ll catch you in the next episode!   ","author_name":"Creative Chats with Mike Brennan","author_url":"http:\/\/creativechats.me","html":"