The starting point of this paper is the determination of a human being, that is, what makes a person a human being. It brings us to a conclusion that the essential characteristic which distinguishes people from other living beings is creativity. Also, one of the basic characteristics of a human being is the capability of upbringing and education. If we want to reconcile upbringing and education with the very essence of human being, that is, if we strive for true upbringing that will lead to self-determination and emancipation, it needs to be based on creativity. As creativity is the production of something new, it is always based in the future and carries the future in itself, so true education should be based in the future. As artistic creation is one of the basic components of cultural civilization, one of the key roles of upbringing and education is enabling individuals to reach the ultimate goal of self-determination and emancipation through a creative act. In addition, observing our society, we can see that changes in our environment are becoming faster and more dynamic, so the only way for future generations to respond to new requirements is through the application of their own creative solutions. Therefore, apart from theoretical research about the relationship of creativity and education with human essence, this paper emphasizes the importance of fostering creative expression in education and provides specific guidance on how it can be encouraged in practice.