When I initially had the idea for this project, I did not think that it would be possible for me to physically execute it. I am comfortable in design and construction to an extent, but I am not very skilled in programming or coding, I did not believe that I would be able to have buttons that stimulate images and music. After discussing with Glen … Continue reading Gemeinschaft ~ Collaborative Learning
As the music industry has already foreseen so many changes due to digitalisation, it is interesting to imagine how it will shift in the future. In response, I have launched my new interview/podcast series entitled Music Bizniz; it encompasses a collection of 1 on 1 interviews with guests that are active artists in the local music scene. We discuss changes in the industry relevant to their … Continue reading Introducing MUSIC BIZNIZ
This week I got the first episode of my podcast MUSIC BIZNIZ up and running. We talk about record labels: their purpose within the current changing climate of the music industry, and in the future. I interview a very special guest Phillip Muzzall, who has his own record label called Barking Mad Records, which he has started with his friend Lewis. This ‘pilot’ episode has its … Continue reading MUSIC BIZNIZ w/ PHILLIP MUZZALL | episode one
For my final project, I am creating a visually artistic response to the NSW Keeping People Safe at Music Festivals, 2019, expert panel report. This report was created in response to the increase in deaths of festival attendees in 2018; my response will be in reference to two particular ideas that are discussed in the report: The panel’s denial to consider pill-testing at festivals as … Continue reading MUSIC TESTING TENT | week 8
In the process of developing my final process I have taken the words of Graeme Sullivan very much to heart. Research, practice, knowing (G. Sullivan, 2010). In undergoing a political process artwork it is essential to have done background research to fully understand the aim of the project. I have read the 2018 Keeping People Safe at Music Festivals report which provided a lot of insight concerning … Continue reading Research, Practice, Knowing
PHILLIP MUZZALL https://phillipamblog.wordpress.com/2019/03/22/bcm325-future-cultures-da/comment-page-1/#comment-17 Phillips beta presentation outlined that he will be continuing his digital artefact from BCM206, which is creating content for his art instagram account as well as his record label account. His plan is to create posts that are more engaging and professional to “entice and inspire our consumers with some unforgettable visuals”. His concept is to shine a light on the DIY … Continue reading A Critical Reflection on Pitchy Comments
From week 1 to week 6 my contribution to discussion in my tweets have definitely improved. Back to when watching Metropolis, first my contributions were mainly compounded of humour (or me trying to be funny) and trying to make memes out of the movie content that were for the most part unrelated. These tweets were not very prominent (although at this stage I thought 2 … Continue reading Live Tweeting Analysis
SWIMMING WITH THE FISHES Beat your opponents and they’ll be swimming with the fishes Swimming with the Fishes is a 2-6 player board game, with a game play of 15-30 minutes depending on the amount of players. SWTF has a pirate theme, contesters will play as ships and work to take down their opponents, leaving them swimming with the fishes. You’ll work to sink your … Continue reading SWIMMING WITH THE FISHES | the board game
This weeks discussion of usage of materials has me travelling back to the ideas considered by none other than Marshall McLuhan: The Medium is the Message. In creating artworks it is important to consider the materials that are in use, as well as the location that the work is displayed. The implications of the materials being used can affect the message being communicated, and askew the viewers … Continue reading The War on Drugs, The Battle on Festivals
There is an importance for a creative practitioner to involve themselves with the creative works of others. Dissecting already established artworks assists in gaining an understanding the process that other artists have gone through to create, and subsequently, builds a further understanding of the kind of process that works for you. This week we re-imagined and re-created artistic images from the past. This kind of … Continue reading Contemporary Media Arts and Me
Media & The Music Industry will be a 3-part podcast series that addresses the past, present and future of this industry in relation to new media. Each episode will focus on either the social, moral or political ramifications that have/will impact on the industry for both the musician and the consumer. This is a new artefact that I am starting for Future Cultures. I wanted … Continue reading MEDIA & THE MUSIC INDUSTRY | pitch
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