Creative Process
Sign of the Times
Here’s an interesting post — created by being out of work — the blog The ART of out of work. I think the design is very creative. What’s that idiom, “Necessity is the mother of invention?” In this case, I would say that the situation presented a creative opportunity for this blogger and I hope it brings them success! I appreciate the postings as very inspirational for creative hutzpah. Here’s an update to my last post regarding the Eric Clapton and other musician portraits at Robert Hall in London: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8014017.stm. And speaking of, you never know when you’re going to meet someone in the entertainment world. Over the weekend, my…
Imagine Coney Island
This is perfect for a visionary but wacky week. I found this cool link of possible revitalization photos of Coney Island, the famous adventure-land, amusement park in Brooklyn, NY, from Curbed, which linked me to ImagineConey. Here is where there have be over 250 ideas submitted to architects, engineers, amusement designers and creative producers as they plan for Coney Island’s future. The public exhibit was recently on view through March 12th, but this web link has many background sources through the Municipal Arts Society (MAS), and you can still submit your ideas! It’s interesting to me to see the public’s interactive involvement in this creative process.
Feeling Philosophical @ Business
Here are some valuable links to somewhat philosophical takes on the creative process of art business. Learning from these sights can save you a lot of time and money when you’re launching a new business in any field. 1) The method of graphic metaphor as branding: http://www.customercrossroads.com/customercrossroads/2008/03/when-metaphors.html 2) Questions to ask about your audience and creating an audience: http://escapetoinfinity.blogspot.com/2008/12/audience.html 3) Networking on Facebook: http://www.brooklynrail.org/2009/03/artseen/the-art-world-on-facebook-a-primer –I’ve learned this from my sister and business partner, Lindsey, who manages our open-group Facebook page for casart coverings. It is extremely helpful to use this platform to network with others to get your message out and in the process gain free exposure. Plus, it’s way…
