kristen.rea, Author at The Fusioneer

How to Solve a Problem: Unleashing the Power of First Principles Thinking

For humans, problems are universal and inevitable. They come in various shapes and sizes, testing our resilience and creativity. While the word “problem” may carry negative connotations, it’s helpful to remember that every problem is an opportunity in disguise – a chance for growth, iteration, innovation, and discovery. Challenges and problems are what led modern […]

A Guide to Paintbrush Types for Beginner Artists

Have you been inspired by Paul Kirby and his amazing robot artist Dulcinea to pick up a brush and begin your own journey in painting? With the right mindset, anyone can be a painter, experiencing the mindfulness, creativity, and therapeutic effects of shaping an image on a canvas. Painting offers a versatile and vibrant medium […]

Inventor Paul Kirby’s Recommended Reading

Are you looking for inspiration to fuel your creative fusions and groundbreaking ideas? Look no further than the recommended book list from modern innovator Paul Kirby. As an accomplished artist, inventor, and robot designer, Paul has spent years exploring the STEM and art worlds learning how to inspire himself and others to live their passions. […]

Inspiring Innovations Spotlight: Benjamin Franklin

Benjamin Franklin was a polymath statesman, writer, scientist, printer, progressive philosopher, and prolific inventor – as well as one of the most influential Founding Fathers of the United States. Regardless of what country you hail from, you’ve almost certainly heard something about the man. A genius ahead of his time, Franklin’s insatiable curiosity led him […]

What is Surrealism, and Why is It Important?

Melting clocks, Victorian businessmen with bird heads, and pipes that aren’t pipes… are these elements from some strange dream, or subjects from one of the most recognizable art movements? The answer is: both. Welcome to Surrealism, where dreams and reality coexist and transform our perceptions. What are the roots and meaning behind this wild movement, […]

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Who Is Paul Kirby?

An artist, scientist, and engineer, Paul represents what can happen when you follow your passions and form them into one unique vision. Learn more about Paul and his fusioneering journey.

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