The Danger of Monetising Your Passion

There are two types of motivation in life. Intrinsic – This is when we do things simply because we love to do them, motivated by the sheer joy and pleasure they give us. Extrinsic – This is when we do things for the reward, financial gain, or Read More …

Good Vibrations: Emerging Artist Makes Portals to the Universe

15 minute read. If you prefer to listen, click play below. 1. Darya sits in the warm grey light of a bright window. The New Jersey sun is diffused as it passes through thin, soft curtains, partially drawn. She looks at the camera, with bright Read More …

Is Creativity Dangerous?

Do you need to be “fucked up” to be creative? Do you need to endure some form of suffering before you can really express yourself ‘creatively?’ Look at some of the great artists and you will find they were all nutters. Salvador Dali, Vincent Van Gough, Picasso… Read More …

Has digital content changed our concept of ownership? Are we still sentimental?

What happened to my physical world? My study room was full of the things I love. Records with their scratchy sound, followed by CDs that I could stack in towers of musical categorisation. I had photos on the wall and in albums that reflect my life. Read More …

Beijing Bike

Off the chaotic streets of the  Xicheng District in Central Beijing, lie the tranquil ancient alleyways of Houhai. Filled with old dwellings, cafes, bars, markets and restaurants, this area feels like old Beijing. In this photo an unused bicycle stands outside a colourful Beijing home between the Read More …