Shortly after SIS came down from the Gowanus Ballroom, I went to Washington DC on a brief vacation. I had the opportunity to move there before it was such a hip place but turned it down. When I went a few weeks ago I recalled why: DC isn't about art; it's about politics (duh, Anita). It's a stark contrast to NYC and you feel it when step off the train.
Its design vibe is ubiquitous, however, and it's evident no where more than its museums. At the Air & Space, one of the many flying machines designed by Leonardo was rendered life-size and suspended from the ceiling in the main corridor. Silent as if gliding over the Tuscan countryside, seeing it hover overhead was sublime.
Equally beautiful was the Wright Brothers' flying machine; a large, dimly-lit room is dedicated to a full-scale model of it and its development. This brings me to a TED talk a friend sent me on the onset of getting SIS off the ground. Simon Sinek delivers--from his perch of solid self-confidence--the core of what drives an idea into realization, regardless of the obstacles.
He brings up the Wright Brothers and their main competitor, Samuel Pierpont Langely, an aviation pioneer funded heavily by both private and government sources. The difference between the two comes from an honest introspective belief that fuels the Wright Brothers' consistence and persistence. The sincerity of the Belief inspires those surrounding you to believe in and support you in your endeavors.
As I explore other exhibition possibilities, reflecting on the past unleashes the courage. Deep breaths with closed eyes re-awaken the reason for making this work; the experience of its creation being part of the journey.
Its design vibe is ubiquitous, however, and it's evident no where more than its museums. At the Air & Space, one of the many flying machines designed by Leonardo was rendered life-size and suspended from the ceiling in the main corridor. Silent as if gliding over the Tuscan countryside, seeing it hover overhead was sublime.Equally beautiful was the Wright Brothers' flying machine; a large, dimly-lit room is dedicated to a full-scale model of it and its development. This brings me to a TED talk a friend sent me on the onset of getting SIS off the ground. Simon Sinek delivers--from his perch of solid self-confidence--the core of what drives an idea into realization, regardless of the obstacles.
He brings up the Wright Brothers and their main competitor, Samuel Pierpont Langely, an aviation pioneer funded heavily by both private and government sources. The difference between the two comes from an honest introspective belief that fuels the Wright Brothers' consistence and persistence. The sincerity of the Belief inspires those surrounding you to believe in and support you in your endeavors.
Start at 6:45, although the entire speech is riveting.
As I explore other exhibition possibilities, reflecting on the past unleashes the courage. Deep breaths with closed eyes re-awaken the reason for making this work; the experience of its creation being part of the journey.
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