" Leonardo da Vinci was a Renaissance man in every sense of the term; he was highly creative, inquisitive about the entire world around him, talented in multiple areas, and master of many crafts. During his life he was a painter, musician, architect, engineer, scientist, teacher, historian, optician, cartographer, and adviser to nobles and kings...Leonardo da Vinci embodied the spirit of the Renaissance because he was so talented and well rounded, both artistically and technically. In fact, he saw little difference between art and technology-seeking excellence and fame by doing both together." the History of Creativity
In my history of Creativity class we talked alot about how here in college we should be molding ourselves into Renaissance men and women...hummm...interesting thought. But how DOES one become a renaissance man or woman?
Leonardo once said, "The natural desire of good men is knowledge." and he truely practiced what he preached. His whole life was filled with learning.
Becoming well rounded in every subject is another way to become a Renaissance man/woman. Our teacher said we should start by having a deep passion and knowledge about one or two topics, but then also know a little about a lot of topics. The lord puts no limits on us. It begins with curiosity and the "will to pursue learning wherever it might be found!"
I am engaged to a renaissance man.:) I am so lucky.
Is Mona Lisa Smiling? I thinks so...probably because she is a renaissance woman.
