Thomas’s Thoughts Posts about making and consuming art, technology and web development, socialism / leftism.
Getting My Art Into a Gallery 58 implied HN points • 26 Apr 23 🎨 Art & Illustration Gallery Collage Exhibition Artist Artist set a goal to get art into a gallery and accomplished it Inspirations for the art included items from dollar stores and techniques like weathering fake money Artwork featured in a group exhibition at AlterWork Studios curated by Tim Kelly and Tina Stipanovic
The Future of the Web is Employee Owned. 3 HN points • 05 Apr 23 💼 Business Ownership Ethics Incentives Compensation Funding Trends Build a network of cooperative infrastructure for the future marketplaces and services. Consider supporting solidarity economy in worker-owned businesses for a more ethical structure. Shift towards employee-owned models might provide more stable employment and prioritizing social value.
What is an ethical pricing structure for a marketplace, app, or service? 2 HN points • 03 Apr 23 🕹 Technology Pricing Models Consider the fees platforms charge creators for their services. Employee-owned companies tend to have more transparent pricing and decision-making processes. Different pricing models exist, such as monthly platform fees or per transaction charges.
Discovering the Joy of Brush Calligraphy: My Journey to Daily Creativity 0 implied HN points • 13 Mar 23 🎨 Art & Illustration Creativity Process Emotions Committing to daily practice can lead to personal growth and mastery of a craft. Choosing to focus on one thing consistently can be more rewarding than constantly switching interests. Engaging in a simple, daily creative practice can offer meditation, reflection, and unexpected personal insights.
The Shirt Site 0 implied HN points • 01 May 23 🕹 Technology Web Development E-commerce Software Development Graphic design Entrepreneurship The author worked on a website called "Interactive Stitch", where users could design and purchase custom tee shirts. The project faced challenges like needing a business ID for taxes and printer malfunctions. Despite setbacks, the author sees potential in expanding the idea to other products and is open to collaborations or suggestions.
Document Your Artistic Influences 0 implied HN points • 30 Mar 23 🎨 Art & Illustration Influences New York City Graphic design Museums Document your artistic influences to understand what shapes your art. Growing up in a city exposes you to various art forms and influences. Being surrounded by art can fuel creativity and help you connect with creators.
Yoga Attire for Non-Binary Folks: Navigating Gender Expression on the Mat 0 implied HN points • 10 Mar 23 🪞 Fashion & Beauty In yoga, what you wear is mostly up to you - there are no strict rules. There can be discomfort and challenges for non-binary individuals in gendered public spaces like locker rooms. Non-binary individuals have the freedom to define their own style and comfort in activewear.
Michael Rider's solo exhibition “Even Muddy Rivers Flow” 0 implied HN points • 04 Aug 23 🎨 Art & Illustration Contemporary Art Symbolism Emotions Michael Rider's exhibition 'Even Muddy Rivers Flow' explores murkiness and the unknown in contemporary art. The art pieces in the exhibition evoke curiosity and fear with their hues of blues and greens. Rider's work uses bursts of color and patterns to create an eerie ambiance, sparking emotions of discomfort and unease.
Why Aren't There Any Worker-Owned and Operated Coffee Shops in Astoria? 0 implied HN points • 08 Mar 23 💼 Business Small business Entrepreneurship Community Building Social Impact Worker-owned businesses offer benefits like investment in overall business and transparency in operations. There is a lack of awareness and effort in promoting employee-owned businesses. Efforts to create a network of alternative businesses can help support a thriving solidarity economy.