Creativity: The Perfect Crime
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"Creativity: The Perfect Crime" is a book by high-wire artist Philippe Petit in which he explores the nature of creativity through his experiences, philosophy, and artistic practice.
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| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf | book ⓘ |
| aimsTo |
challenge conventional views of creativity
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encourage readers to cultivate creativity ⓘ show creativity as an act of transgression ⓘ |
| author | Philippe Petit NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| describes |
Philippe Petit’s approach to discipline
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Philippe Petit’s approach to practice ⓘ Philippe Petit’s approach to risk ⓘ Philippe Petit’s artistic philosophy ⓘ Philippe Petit’s creative process ⓘ |
| explores |
ethics of artistic risk
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importance of preparation in creative acts ⓘ obsession as part of the creative process ⓘ playfulness in creation ⓘ relationship between discipline and freedom ⓘ relationship between fear and creativity ⓘ role of constraints in artistic work ⓘ the artist’s relationship to the public ⓘ the role of secrecy in artistic projects ⓘ |
| genre |
art
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creativity ⓘ philosophy of art ⓘ |
| hasNarrativeForm | first-person reflections ⓘ |
| hasPart |
anecdotes
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drawings ⓘ essays ⓘ practical advice for artists ⓘ reflections on art ⓘ |
| inspiredBy |
Philippe Petit’s World Trade Center walk
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Philippe Petit’s high-wire performances ⓘ |
| language | English ⓘ |
| mainSubject |
artistic practice
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creativity ⓘ high-wire walking ⓘ imagination ⓘ performance art ⓘ personal philosophy ⓘ process of creation ⓘ risk-taking in art ⓘ |
| perspectiveFrom | Philippe Petit’s life as an artist ⓘ |
| targetAudience |
artists
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creative professionals ⓘ general readers interested in creativity ⓘ performers ⓘ writers ⓘ |
| titleCharacterization | presents creativity as a “perfect crime” ⓘ |
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