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James Taylor: The Creator Series #1

Rock 'n' Roll with Me • 239 implied HN points • 08 Jun 24
🎶 Music Songwriting Performance Music Industry Artist spotlight Cultural influence
  1. James Taylor believes songwriting is more of a mysterious process that comes from within. He says that sometimes, it feels like he's just the first person to hear the songs that were already there.
  2. Performing in front of small audiences helped him grow as a musician. He values those early experiences because they allowed him to test his skills and connect with audiences.
  3. For James, music is not just a job, but a way to connect with a community. He feels that playing music creates a shared emotional experience with the audience, which can be very powerful.

art delivery : 02.10.24

The NO SUCH THING AS TOO MUCH ART Society • 569 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Artist spotlight Workshops Art events
  1. Michelle Weddle creates large-scale square canvases with brushstrokes influenced by music.
  2. Danielle Krysa is hosting a workshop in Santa Fe with limited spots left, a live session with the European Cultural Academy, and curated a show at the Soo Visual Arts Center.
  3. The art world is abuzz with upcoming events, workshops, and exhibitions ready for art lovers and enthusiasts to participate in.
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art delivery : 04.01.23

The NO SUCH THING AS TOO MUCH ART Society • 648 implied HN points • 01 Apr 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Artist spotlight Art Process Podcasts Drawing Visual art
  1. Artist Melissa Louise Bolger creates large-scale crocheted drawings as an ode to her mother.
  2. The artist's work is inspired by an Afghan her mother made and is a way for her to connect with her late mother's spirit.
  3. Listeners can find more about the artist and her work in a new episode available for watching on YouTube.