My life has been driven by a sense of curiosity. Being a journalist has allowed me to explore my various interests and passions. And looking through the viewfinder of a camera allows me to see things I’d never see otherwise. It gives me a different perspective on the world around me.

Curiosity is also at the heart of creativity. I've spent my life surrounded by incredibly creative individuals who challenge and inspire me. I'm fascinated by how we teach and learn creative-thinking skills, as well as the connections between creativity and talent development. Among the things I enjoy most in life is helping others tap their creative potential--whether through teaching, writing or mentoring. We are all creative, but the nature of creativity is that it must be nurtured.

ABOUT

Lee Anne White is a writer, photographer and workshop instructor. The former editor of Fine Gardening magazine and consulting editor for Taunton Books, she has photographed more than 75 magazine features and is the author or editor of 17 books, as well as a contributing or sole photographer for each. Her photographs have been featured in both solo and group exhibitions, and she is an instructor for the Maine Media Workshops. Prior to her work in the publishing field, she spent nearly 15 years in corporate communications.

Lee Anne holds an M.S. degree in Creative Studies from the State University of New York/Buffalo State College, where she is a recipient of the Mary Murdock Creative Spirit Award from the International Center for Studies in Creativity. She also earned a B.A. in Journalism, Broadcasting and Commercial Art from Brenau University and studied Business at Georgia State University. Lee Anne serves on the advisory boards of the Department of Mass Communication and the Art Galleries at Brenau University, and is the advisor for a collegiate women's organization.