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We all know how inspired we can be by certain people; even at a distance, and even beyond the machinations of time. Several deceased people continue to inspire me. And even living people who you might not know… yet. They can work just fine at a distance but also in close proximity if that scenario should unfold. Then usually comes the dividing line: communication. As long as my projections are one-sided I can decide as a sovereign that he or she inspires me. And that’s that. But what happens if the person in question talks back? Well, of course it could be a paradise of resonance and understanding, and new friendships might bloom. But it could also be a situation in which you might for the rest of your life regret that you ever struck up that conversation. Sometimes the power of osmosis is a greater source of inspiration than a real two-way exchange. This is of course also valid for other essential “agents” of life, such as books. Certain books work wonderfully well as mere...
Sometimes it feels relevant to ask where ideas and creative concepts come from. Although it’s likely that we’ll never truly find out beyond phantasmagorical speculations, sometimes it’s just so mind-blowing to be part of it that we can only believe there is “something” there. And that can be quite enough. I ascribe to no external theory of some “angel” or “daimon” helping humans out in need or in pleasure. I believe in the human soul making itself heard and seen through the complex machinations of the psyche. In that sense, a schematic image of an idea “bubbling up” or “trickling down” can be useful when talking about it. But I’m not sure it has any value beyond the function of a model. Anyway, this morning I woke up with a new movie on and in my mind. Bam! From beginning to end, more or less complete. I was amazed. Was it a dream? A hypnopompic revelation? Or a mix? I’m not entirely sure, but there it was nonetheless. The film in question is a follow-up to my first feature...
After some months of trying Patreon out, we have found it to be a great platform. We create so many things at such a frantic pace, and to feel that there are people out there willing support us with more than a Thumbs Up actually makes a great difference. That’s why we intend to post more unique Vanessa & Carl stuff at Patreon too, and have different treats for different levels of commitment. Unique videos, musical mixes, photos, cut-ups, collages, and behind the scenes video clips, to mention but a few things. Plus general news before anyone else gets it, of course. To be our patron is to be our friend! Take a look at what’s there and see if it appeals to you: Vanessa & Carl’s Patreon Here’s how we’ve segmented the support: $2 or more per month: Thank you for supporting our work! At this level, you gain access to locked posts and videos, etc. You’re welcome to submit writing to be integrated into the cut-ups, and we can talk about...