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DrawTogether with WendyMac 2122 implied HN points 29 Oct 23
  1. Ruth Asawa's drawing practice started on her family's farm, developing her motor skills and creativity.
  2. During World War 2 internment, Ruth Asawa honed her drawing skills with support from animators and using found materials.
  3. Ruth Asawa's consistent drawing practice at her kitchen table, amidst family life, reflects the importance of a creative space and daily commitment.
First Floor 373 implied HN points 06 Feb 24
  1. Claire rousay is releasing a new album titled 'sentiment,' which she describes as her 'emo record' with singing, guitars and sadness.
  2. Even though rousay is known for experimental music, her new album represents a shift to a more traditional songwriting approach.
  3. She experiences doubts about her music and worries about how the audience will receive her new pop-focused sound.
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The NO SUCH THING AS TOO MUCH ART Society 275 implied HN points 30 Jan 24
  1. The artwork featured is by artist Rachel Comminos, known for her stunning and soft work with unique color palettes and shapes.
  2. The artist found inspiration in self-reflection after the passing of her estranged father in 2021.
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Flow State 727 implied HN points 23 Oct 23
  1. Hiroshi Yoshimura is a Japanese ambient artist from Yokohama.
  2. His music from the 1980s, like 'Surround', is considered canonical in ambient music.
  3. A recommended album is 'Music for Nine Post Cards' from 1982.
Labor Intensive Art 196 implied HN points 16 Jan 24
  1. Tabitha Arnold's solo exhibition in Philadelphia at Swarthmore College's List Gallery includes unseen rugs and popular pieces like Whose Streets and Picket.
  2. The exhibit showcases 5 years of Arnold's textile work, featuring pieces from various residencies and highlighting themes of collective power and solidarity.
  3. The public reception and artist talk for the Workshop of the World exhibit will be held on January 25 at List Gallery, with the exhibit running from January 18 to February 25, 2024.
The False Consensus Effect 59 implied HN points 05 Nov 23
  1. Week #2 of the Friday Stuckist Mini-Exhibition included various artworks and a gathering of people for a 25th-anniversary celebration.
  2. The exhibition featured a diverse selection of paintings and artwork created by different individuals.
  3. The event had a lively atmosphere with drinks, food, and interactions among visitors, fostering a sense of community and creativity.
Aliens of New York 3 implied HN points 14 Mar 24
  1. The author, as a curator, showcases exceptional artistic talents at their prominent New York gallery.
  2. Despite not creating art themselves, the author feels a desire to be the one creating and showcasing their own work.
  3. The author acknowledges the significance of their role as a curator in shaping the art world and supporting artists, despite their personal creative aspirations.
The False Consensus Effect 19 implied HN points 11 Nov 23
  1. Stuckism emphasizes the importance of displaying art and having meaningful discussions about it, rather than focusing on social media validation.
  2. The concept urges artists to question providing free content for tech billionaires and to paint with unique, thought-provoking ideas.
  3. The goal is to nurture emotional growth by moving away from vanity metrics of likes and hearts, and towards genuine engagement and connection through physical art exhibitions.
Ear Worm 19 implied HN points 21 Jun 23
  1. Václav Hálek's compositions are unique and explore the artist's natural condition.
  2. Hálek combined his love for foraging with his ear for new music, composing pieces based on mushrooms, flowers, trees, and people.
  3. Hálek's artistic method gave voice to the natural world, reflecting his deep connection with nature.
The False Consensus Effect 19 implied HN points 22 Feb 23
  1. The author has built a new affordable website and is reaching out to millionaires for support in selling paintings and books.
  2. The author expresses a desire to connect with wealthy individuals to purchase artwork to support themselves and their partner emotionally and financially.
  3. The author emphasizes the importance of painting more and aims for high-end sales to avoid financial struggles.
The False Consensus Effect 59 implied HN points 02 Apr 22
  1. The painter feels a sense of frustration with the changing seasons, wanting spring to arrive fully and quickly.
  2. Receiving positive feedback from a client brought the painter joy and satisfaction in their work.
  3. The painter shared images of their recent paintings and expressed a mix of emotions about their creative process.
Novum Newsletter 1 HN point 31 Jan 24
  1. Florian Yuriev was deeply inspired by the northern lights, which he saw during his childhood in Siberia.
  2. Yuriev developed a unique artistic language combining colors, music, and poetry, influenced by his experiences living in exile.
  3. Yuriev's life was marked by a pursuit of creating meaningful art, as seen in his vision for a 'light music theater' and his resistance against ideological impositions.
The False Consensus Effect 39 implied HN points 26 Oct 21
  1. Human storytelling is unique among species, offering a blend of blessing and curse.
  2. NFTs (non-fungible tokens) are a way for rich individuals to invest and make money, with high values placed on digital art.
  3. The process of creating and selling NFTs involves cryptocurrency platforms and auctions, presenting both challenges and opportunities for profit.
RUINS 0 implied HN points 26 Jan 24
  1. Timothy Henze's photographs focus on ordinary details often overlooked, capturing beauty in somber stillness.
  2. Henze's images blur the lines between abstraction and representation, inviting viewers to see familiar places in a new light.
  3. Henze's photography, influenced by journalistic tradition, highlights the beauty in the mundane and encourages viewers to appreciate the ordinary in a new way.