Archive for the ‘Inspiration’ Category

Focus & Drive


Sunday, December 13th, 2009

P A S S I O NWell, as you all can see, I have been extremely slow with posts…I think it’s been almost a month since my last! I apologize, but unfortunately, I am so busy with my current projects, I haven’t had a spare second to write anything!

I am in the middle of a bunch of really fun personal and professional projects that are taking up most of my time over the next few months. Some of the highlights include:

  • My super amazing family
  • Multiple new products for Microsoft
  • An interactive visual toy called univerSOUL
  • JamMaps.com + JamMaps Desktop, my maps based concert browser & tour-date management software
  • 2 New Organic Collective albums
  • The Art Of Creativity Book.
  • Sleep

As you can see, I’m nearly overwhelmed on time, but I’m making it work! Most of my focus is on univerSOUL, my interactive visual toy! Basically, its a new way for fans to interact with the music at concerts…It’s being built in Adobe AIR 2.0, with full support for WiiMote & some motion detection action.

So, my blog will have to suffer. I would LOVE to have lots of free time to write good articles for everyone, but I just don’t right now. Someday, hopefully soon, I will be able to spend time on the blog again, but the old 5-10 posts a week is definitely over for now.

Check back for updates on the current projects & demos soon!

Encourage Inspiration: Watch creative movies


Thursday, November 12th, 2009

Encourage Inspiration is a series of posts dedicated to sharing practices that help foster creativity & inspiration.

Watching creative movies is a fun way to get inspired.They can take you on nearly fully-immersive experiences, into worlds you would’ve never imagined. Sometimes a good relaxing movie session is just the creative refresh you need.

Here are a few of my favorite movies to watch when I need some inspiration, share yours in the comments!

Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou

Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou

This has to be one of my favorite movies of all time. It’s just great all around. The soundtrack is amazing, the art direction is amazing. Definitely one of the easiest movies to get inspired by.

Alice In Wonderland

Alice In Wonderland

A classic all around. My first introduction to mystic, esoteric wisdom. Pay close attention to this movie, and you’ll find plenty of divine inspiration. =)

I Heart Huckabee's

I <3 Huckabee’s

This is another happy movie. I always feel great after watching it. Lots of great actors, and an amazing story/message. Can’t go wrong with this one.

The Fountain

The Fountain

The fountain gets you thinking about so many things! This one isn’t easy for people who haven’t experienced super deep movies, but I suggest it for everyone! You’ll come away from it feeling so lifted up on a soul level, it’s not even funny.

Yonder


Tuesday, November 10th, 2009

Another inspiring animation to check out!

Yonder from Emilia on Vimeo.

Feed The Machine


Saturday, November 7th, 2009

An animated look at the world.

Feed the Machine (Soulstar feat. Rev. Billy) from Soulstar on Vimeo.

Let There Be Sound


Friday, November 6th, 2009

Another great animated short, sure to inspire anyone into music!

Let There Be Sound from Tom, Dick & Harry on Vimeo.

The Astronomer’s Dream


Friday, November 6th, 2009

Mayan symbolism all over!

The Astronomer’s Dream (2009) from Malcolm Sutherland on Vimeo.

Un tour de Manège


Friday, November 6th, 2009

Sweet short film!

Un tour de Manège from Les Manèges on Vimeo.

Angeles


Friday, November 6th, 2009

Some deep stuff…

Angeles – by Luca Lumaca from celeste.prize on Vimeo.

Encourage Inspiration: New Artwork


Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

Encourage Inspiration is a series dedicated to practices that help foster creativity & inspiration.

Starry NightIf you have a few extra dollars to spend (who doesn’t, lol), head on over to your favorite art store, and pick out some new inspiring artwork for your creative area. Framing is a bit more expensive, but I feel it’s always worth it.

Here are some of my favorite places to get inspiring artwork:

Once you are surrounded with stuff you find inspiring, its hard not to get creative!

Have any inspiration encouraging practices? Post them in the comments!

JumpTrumpRumpBump


Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

Underground communication:

JumpTrumpRumpBump from Molasses Murphy on Vimeo.