Why Art is so important for our future

The case for making art when the world is on fire

234,907 plays | Amie McNee | TEDxManchester • March 2025

Making art isn’t self-indulgent — it’s an essential, radical act of creation, says writer Amie McNee. She explores the importance of having a creative practice, whether you’re a long-time artist or an aspiring one, and shows how to move past self-doubt and start expressing yourself. If you’ve ever felt like your creativity doesn’t matter in a world with so many problems, this talk is for you.

Creativity | Art | Humanity