Creative Expression
What Creativity Means to Me
A creative challenge by Zahra
The Challenge
This challenge is about sharing your voice and celebrating what makes you creative. Zahra, a young artist from Oxfordshire, wants to hear from other young people about what creativity means to them.
Everyone is creative in their own way. You do not have to be good at drawing or painting to be creative. Creativity can be found in how you solve problems, the stories you tell, the games you invent, or the way you see the world differently from everyone else.
Your Task
Think about what creativity means to you. Then share your thoughts in whatever way feels right. You could:
- Write a short piece about what creativity means to you
- Create a drawing or painting that represents your creative self
- Make a list of all the ways you are creative
- Create a collage using images that inspire you
- Record yourself talking about your creative ideas
Questions to Think About
These prompts might help you get started:
What makes you feel most creative?
When do your best ideas come to you?
What would you create if you could make anything?
How does being creative make you feel?
Who or what inspires your creativity?
Why Your Voice Matters
Young people have unique perspectives on the world. Your ideas, dreams, and creative thoughts are valuable. By sharing what creativity means to you, you help others understand how young people in Oxfordshire think, feel, and express themselves.
Your response might inspire another young person to explore their own creativity. It might help adults understand what matters to you. And it will add your voice to a growing collection of creative expressions from across our community.
About Zahra
Zahra is a young artist from Oxfordshire who believes that every young person has a creative voice worth sharing. She created this challenge because she wanted to hear from other young people about their creative experiences.
Zahra enjoys drawing, writing stories, and finding new ways to express her ideas. She hopes this challenge will encourage other young people to celebrate their own creativity, whatever form it takes.
Share Your Response
We would love to hear what creativity means to you! Ask an adult or carer to submit your writing, artwork, or recording. Pictures and videos must be of artwork only and should not include people.
Submit Your ResponseChallenge Details
Category: Creative Expression
Time needed: 30 minutes to 1 hour
Materials: Paper, pens, or whatever inspires you
Ages: All ages welcome