How could I combine my technical/scientific and "creative" interests?

How could I combine my technical/scientific and "creative" interests?
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answer:marabu: I'm a big advocate for doing (or trying to do) both. I got my undergrad degree in CS, but realized after I interned at Microsoft that I needed to pursue something more creative. So, I got my MFA in Acting, moved to LA, and have been acting on TV -- as well as co-founding this site. There are areas where you can combine technical and creative (new-media art, for example), or try and get a job that combines both (I had a great job during grad school working for Laszlo Systems, where the job description included "left and right-brain ambidextrous".) That said, it sounds like you may have already made up your mind... IMHO it's always better to do things that you're passionate about -- not only do you feel more fulfilled, but I believe that success and passion go hand in hand.
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