To some Shea Hembrey might seem to have a case of multiple personality disorder,  to others he is simply a genius. One thing’s for sure though, he is most definitely creative.

Shea knew that he wanted to produce his own biennial, which is typically a contemporary art show put together by a number of artists in two years time. He had certain “criteria” that he wanted fulfilled by these artists. Most of  his criteria was developed after seeing some contemporary art shows in Europe that seemed too inaccessible. Shea wanted artists and non-artists alike to be able to grasp and appreciate the different works. It was after realizing this that he knew he would have to create every piece himself.

Shea developed 100 different “characters” or different artists that he embodied to create unique art. These artists came from all over the world and each had their own story. His inventiveness both in his art and in his stories is impressive.

To see the video of his story and to see some of his work, please click here.

Sir Ken Robinson will also be speaking at TED2010, a four day program held in Long Beach, CA with speakers focusing on the topic of “What the World Needs Now …” For a taste of what this year’s talk might be like, check out the video below of Sir Ken Robinson’s presentation at TED2006.

How important has creativity been in helping to shape who you are today?

“Mae Jemison is a poster child for an education that combines arts and sciences. As she says, “I always knew I’d go to space.” Trained as an engineer, Jemison is a medical doctor, and she practiced in LA before becoming the Peace Corps’ Medical Officer for Sierra Leone and Liberia. While running that effort, she researched Hepatitis B, schistosomaisis and rabies with the CDC and NIH.”

Click on this link and listen to her speak on the topic of combining arts and science in the education system.

Mae Jemison speaks on Teaching Arts and Sciences together