Content Overview - Pursuits selects top movies, TV shows, books, theater, dance, and art for November [1]

Turning Cornish bamboo into works of art https://t.co/JP858abiIU ...

Musical Journey & Heritage - The speaker comes from a five-generation family of pianists, highlighting a deep-rooted musical heritage [1][2] - The speaker's musical journey began in a family environment filled with music, joy, and bonding, influenced by their grandmother's piano playing [3][4] - Early exposure to music was nurtured by American music missionaries, shaping the speaker's initial musical education [2][7] Career & Identity - Initially, music was considered a hobby, but the speaker pursued it as a career, studying at a music college in Singapore [8][9] - The speaker sought to find a unique sound and identity as a musician, leading to the creation of three "S's": Sound, Sincerity, and Souls [12][13] - The speaker aimed to blend Naga folk music with classical music training, embracing both worlds to create something beautiful [14][15][16] Musical Philosophy & Art - Western classical music provided structure and discipline, while Naga folk music offered freedom and soul [17] - Naga folk music is not written but carried through voices, rhythms, and sounds, emphasizing memory, improvisation, and community [20] - Art, like life, should evolve and be dynamic, allowing for the mixing of different cultural elements [21] - Originality is about being oneself authentically and courageously, rather than trying to be different [25] - The speaker believes that the beauty of art is directly related to the beauty of the artist's heart [27]

Core Idea - The presentation explores a novel approach to art creation using brainwave technology (EEG) to translate thoughts and emotions into audiovisual art in real-time [3][4][5][6][7] - The core of art should be alive, unfiltered, present, and capturing the essence of a moment in time [2] - The presenter calls this approach "full presence expression," emphasizing creation through being rather than doing [11] Technical Aspects - EEG technology captures brainwaves, which are then translated into digital signals to generate audiovisual art [5][6] - Different brainwave frequencies (beta and gamma for active thoughts, lower frequencies for calmness) correspond to different audiovisual parameters [8][9] - The system allows for a direct, raw sensory expression from the brain to the screen, akin to playing an instrument and painting simultaneously using the mind [7] Inspiration and Purpose - The project was inspired by working with underprivileged children with autism, ADHD, motor neuron disorders, and sensory impairments, who are often excluded from traditional art forms [14][15][16] - The aim is to provide a means for these individuals to express their inner voices, feelings, and emotions through art, showcasing their inner beauty and presence [17][18] - The project seeks to redefine art and expand the definition of who can be an artist, promoting connection and understanding beyond typical labels [18][20] Key Takeaway - The presentation encourages embracing inner freedom, courage, and essence to express oneself fully, unconstrained by societal norms or limitations [19][20]

First of all, I genuinely think they chose the wrong person for this TED talk. I believe they fumbled this casting. I'm so confused right now. But before I tell you guys why, hi everyone. My name is Anola and I'm a 23-year-old painter, content creator, and perpetual sad person. I've Oh, I've never publicly stated this before, but uh I got diagnosed with depression when I was 18. I'm off meds now, but sometimes I still get a cute little mental breakdown every now and then, and I get sad every few hours. This ...

[സംഗീതം] നമസ്കാരം ഞാൻ കൂടുതൽ കൺഫ്യൂസ് ആകും പറയാൻ നന്നായിരുന്നു അതുകൊണ്ട് ഞാൻ എനിക്കറിയാവന്നുള്ള പണി വെച്ചിട്ട് എന്താണ് പരിപാടി എന്നുള്ളത് കുറച്ച് ഡെമോൺസ്ട്രേറ്റ് ചെയ്യാം ഞാൻ പണ്ടട്ടോ വരക്കും ഭയങ്കരായിട്ട് വരക്കും നന്നായിട്ട് വരക്കും. എനിക്ക് ഭയങ്കര കോൺഫിഡൻസ് ആണ് വരക്കുന്ന കാരണം ഞാൻ ആര് പറയുന്നും കേൾക്കാറില്ല ചിലര് എന്തായാലും പടം എന്ന് പറച്ചു കഴിഞ്ഞാൽ കുറേ പേർക്കുള്ള പ്രശ്നം കാണിക്കത്തില്ല കോൺഫിഡൻസ് ഒന്നും ഇല്ലായിരിക്കും. ആൾക്കാർ എന്താ വിചാരിക്കും അല്ലെങ്കിൽ അങ്ങനെ കാണിക്കും. അപ്പോൊ ഞാൻ എനിക്ക് അങ്ങനെ പ്രശ്ന ...

Art is not dead. Quines up above their 7.5 ETH mint price and 2x from the bottom. @waleswoosh is in profits now, can you imagine. https://t.co/Kzg6Zfol2c ...

On days like this I like my art weird, warped and wonderful...Just minted a new 1/1 by the immensely talented @DianeeLindo to add to my other piece from her in The Culture Vault.Diane Lindo (@DianeeLindo):‘What do you see?’ invites us to slow down and reflect on our inner experience.A call to step off autopilot and observe with intention.collected by RaoulGMI https://t.co/pRLhweqZKi ...

Under 5 ETH now… minters in shambles.I guess art NFTs are not back 😭If only @waleswoosh had told everyone in advance that he was minting… the minters could’ve dodged a bullet 💀 https://t.co/9XIpD8lYpCXeer (@Xeer):The @artblocks_io x @larvalabs Quine auction has ended and all 477 pieces cleared at a flat 7.5625 ETH each.I had bids in at 2 ETH… turns out I wildly underestimated just how much dry powder is sitting on the sidelines for onchain art 🤯.Will be watching secondary on this https://t.co/JntTvg3ssn ...

Museo Casa Kahlo opened recently in Mexico City. The collection is small, but the insight it offers into Frida Kahlo’s formative years is valuable https://t.co/pPi2eraLZL ...