the continuing conversation between art and life
Read with thoughtful paceand conviction by Denise Lewis, Olympic Heptathlon. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlidrTpH0IE Denise, in her own life time of sport, had to come through trials, injuries, obstacles. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vKzRTIW7s7o
Cara Murphy, based in Northern Ireland designs astonishing silverware. (it's a bowl) See Cara describe her work in a BBC arts show (2 minutes) at: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p04r0t9l (a still from the programme) See more of her bold designs on her website: http://www.caramurphy.com/
Last week, I went to Tate Britain (in London) to see the current exhibition of Paul Nash's works. The exhibition has been on since October, but well worth the visit. I have to declare a personal preference for early 20th Century art, so Nash is well within those dates. His usual palette is a gentle natural stone …
Listen to this poem by Charles Bukowski if you want to follow a creative career, especially writing. It just take 2 of your earth minutes. It is compelling and clear. He lists the main reasons to be creative - and traps that hold you back. It's that simple. It's the entry level test for creatives. …
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Vivienne Westwood is a top British (counter-cultural) designer, and has been for decades. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_FGRnH1ap8 http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8004710.stm In this rather rushed interview, with a very busy lady, there is concern for the environment, clothes advice and inspiration sources. Top tips for fashion in a recession.... bearing in mind that most people are a bit lower on dosh/money/spondulaks …
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http://www.timjohnsonartist.com/ I don’t normally ‘get’ basketweaving, but this artist’s website is a treasury. Not only are there basketwoven articles which are clearly skilled - he is incredibly generous as an artist. There is a photography blog of what he’s made, and a separate studio blog of what he works on. Student artists will benefit greatly …
