Cousin Lee

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  • Bollocks, not the Bull sort

    This is going to be interesting – (subscribe)

    So, we have reached a point along this journey. My brain seems to have clicked and decided to make some changes.

    I think Twitter’s not for me. Maybe it’s just what it’s become. It doesn’t seem to engage me in the way I need to be engaged, and there’s probably a lot of suffering somewhere on that platform. Of course, it is not the only platform.

    Of course, the challenge is to organize one’s thoughts into something meaningful. Once you find an audience, however, that doesn’t seem to be happening on X.

    So, I took the plunge and opened up a Nostra account and started an email subscription account. I like the way it’s made Nostr. It makes you think. My decision isn’t so much about the freedom to write what you will, although that could be important. It is more to organise and focus my thoughts and ultimately what I do.

    So yeah, if something doesn’t work, you must stop, change it, and do something else. That must be an important life lesson. As they say, the definition of insanity is to keep doing the same thing and expecting a different result.

  • Note, working on new tracks

    Note, working on new tracks for 3025 (There is thought) of which this is one. Listen to Winter Is Coming by Cousin Lee on

    #SoundCloud

  • Is it Any Wonder – Live – Cousin Lee

    On Spotify too. The album version.

  • Change Your Mind

    Change Your Mind – unreleased from practice session – Painting You. It’s just the music from an unreleased song that still resonates today.

     

  • My first movie

    Freedom (1998)

     

  • In the Gallery, I Hear before I See

    In The Gallery, I hear before I see before I walk.

     

  • Secret Inside Dance Piece One Rehearsal

    Secret Inside Dance Piece One Rehearsal https://youtu.be/2hqSQmkr9Hc?si=VZ_YNYEUUhXIhKoo via @YouTube  Been meaning to share this earlier. Men should dance more.

  • Piano (nothing that moves)

  • Nothing

     

    Some where to start. Even Ai has this figured. Happy Creating everyone is the most important ingredient.

    Finding Your Creative Spark: Somewhere to Start

    Every artist, whether a painter, writer, musician, or any other creative soul, knows the challenge of facing a blank canvas or an empty page. The journey of creation begins with finding that initial spark of inspiration. Here’s how you can embark on your creative process:

    1. Embrace the Blank Canvas:
      The blank canvas is both a challenge and an opportunity. Instead of seeing it as an intimidating void, view it as a space filled with endless possibilities. Allow yourself to feel excited about the potential of what you can create.
    2. Draw Inspiration from Your Surroundings:
      Look around you. Inspiration can come from the most unexpected places—a walk in the park, a conversation with a friend, or even the way light filters through your window. Keep an open mind and let your surroundings fuel your creativity.
    3. Experiment and Play:
      Don’t be afraid to experiment with different techniques, styles, and mediums. Playfulness is a crucial part of the creative process. Try new things, make mistakes, and learn from them. Sometimes, the best ideas come from happy accidents.
    4. Reflect on Your Emotions:
      Art is a powerful way to express emotions. Take a moment to reflect on how you’re feeling. Are you joyful, melancholic, or contemplative? Use these emotions as a starting point for your work. Let your feelings guide your creative expression.
    5. Seek Inspiration from Other Artists:
      Explore the works of other artists, both contemporary and historical. Visit galleries, read books, listen to music, and watch films. Seeing how others have approached their art can spark new ideas and perspectives in your own work.
    6. Set Small Goals:
      Sometimes, the enormity of a project can be overwhelming. Break it down into smaller, manageable tasks. Set achievable goals for each step of the process. This approach can help you stay motivated and make steady progress.
    7. Trust the Process:
      Creativity is not always a linear journey. There will be moments of doubt and frustration, but trust in the process. Allow yourself to explore, take detours, and embrace the unexpected twists and turns. Every step you take is a valuable part of your artistic journey.

    Remember, the most important thing is to start. The act of beginning, no matter how small, sets the wheels of creativity in motion. So, pick up your brush, pen, or instrument, and let your imagination take flight. Happy creating!

  • All that you can’t see

    The working title for the next Album ‘All that you can’t see’