Week 3: BRAINSTORMING

Ideas come about randomly, from doing crossword puzzles to bathing. Scientifically, all these happens thanks to our brain, an organic chemical called Dopamine is released.

Being responsible for most of that cause, this enables us to come up with ideas never commonly thought.

Recently, we gathered our thoughts on to a large piece of paper. I am  personally at awe to how much we can come out  our sickest minds and turn a impossible idea, plausible without much contradicting our thoughts and taking the initiative to jot our ideas down.

Indeed, ideas comes about only if we act, thus acting upon an idea becomes rather a constructive fundamentals in our idea in order to really work.

Come to think of it, being restrictive with our thoughts constricts us into bringing out what is supposedly brilliant idea of our own. Is it by law? or  maybe because we take pride in our very own comfort space so not to be rejected by society?

Perhaps, we should abide by laws but brilliance is braving the scales of that thin circumferential line of society at the same time, tickling others brains in persuasion.




Here are some ideas and inventions that made it into society:

The Gameboy by Nintendo :

As mentioned earlier about our natural egoistic manner, being on top of the food chain can never give us a better observation to a potential to how can a staple food be of better use.

   

The Dyson Fan:

Or rather, the blade-less fan. Recently a trend which was believed to be revived 20 years after(patent wise) which was believed to be an idea brought Toshiba Corp. Reasons unknown but whoever brought this idea back to life sure is 'brilliant'.

The Patton Chair:

Invented by Verner Paton, the design back in 50's was rather 'monotonous' and limited in its design due to the lack of technology not until the 60's pave way in creating such innovation. His designs did not win early in the era but eventually became influential due to its simplicity and convenience. The idea came about the matter of influence of his own.

Whisky Tooth Paste:

Absurd as it seems but early in the 20th century, many had an knack of futuristic themed innovation such as the radioactive toothpaste which came about upon discovery of the x-ray. There are still who thinks the opposite about radioactivity, these individuals came out with another solutions which is giving stronger potency to their daily commodities such as this. True enough, alcohol does literally kill bacteria but too much can simply means absurd, hence, this was one of those acceptable ones which might have broke the social norms.

The Lipstick Stencil:

When I say be Japanese, I literally meant be Japanese due to the fact that they have this 'unusual' way of shocking the crowd through their inventions. They focus mainly in modular designs without losing its edge in usability. And yes, we all can learn alot from them. Don't ask how they got those ideas but all i can say is, imagination. 

The Amphibious Bicycle:

Surely, early 20th century was at its peak of creating the craziest of ideas, as such this idea was never a foolish idea. Nevertheless, this was the start to break free from the restrictions of metaphysical science and aesthetics.

The Facebook:

There was Usenet, Mirc, Geocities, Friendster, then was Myspace, then came along Facebook. Social media networking plays an integral part of our lives presently but what is so special about Facebook? Mark Zuckerberg was a college dropout mainly due to the fact that his ideas was rejected by authorities within the community. Eventually, he brave out the idea thus came about a revolution. Indeed it became a flagship for the masses.

Pet Rock:

I first thought it was degenerative but hey, this is self explanatory. The idea brought about millions of dollars to the bugger who brought this 'innovation' by winning people who would want to...rather enchance their imaginations. Like they say, a true leader create leader.

In conclusion, ideas does not need to be physical nor scientific. For as long as you are able to win peoples hearts, it is as honest as serving people their plates to satisfy their daily needs.

Week 2: Revolutionary and Revolution - Art

Oscar Wilde

An Irish poet playwright and writer between end of 19th century to the beginning of the 20th century. His works were popular but later in his life, it became controversial due to his works conflicting the social,moral and religious norms. Imprisoned due to the fact that Christianity was dominant in the European society, he was put on trial for his homosexuality and the elements of his works. Nevertheless, he prevails and continued to be an influence.

“There are only two tragedies in life: one is not getting what one wants, and the other is getting it." - Oscar Wilde

Architectural Revolution:

Frank Gehry is well known for his works going forms in the architectural world. Being strongly criticized both personally and professionally, Frank Gehry stood against all odds that presently, his works were a major influence to many architects and designers alike.

Quick facts: He was too eccentric that his home was quite often receiving complaints from their neighbours for being too ‘messy’ as due to its deconstructivist style.

Erotica..not really?

Despite its strong erotic elements, the illustration certainly combines cuteness and simplicity. Most erotic art remains unfathomed to most viewers as such, it is often criticized for literal message brought upon visually. This as such tricks our mind into looking into something explosive rather than the outright innocence of the picture. Regardless,  going beyond norms brings out most of our mind, tickled.

Art by:
Yusuke Nakamura

Going Beyond Geometry:

Despite the strict rules bound by geometrical physiology, artist and architects alike are anarchic towards metaphysical boundaries as such, it is hard to tell whether a work is a piece of architecture or a sculpture. For as long as it does not contradict its physical function, it is then an architecture.

‘Secreted Concrete Baths’ by Alexander Varvantankis

c.2013

Week 1: Much Ado About Anything

Some of the artworks that caught my eyes on a certain day at a certain time.

Music Album Covers:

Above: MAXIMUM THE HORMONE'S(マキシマムザホルモン) latest album cover

Above: Spitz (スピッツ) Album Cover

Above: Asian Kung Fu Generation album cover. (Artwork by Yusuke Nakamura)

What fascinates me most about these album covers is that, the impression I have upon seeing it for the first time. It somewhat reflects (which usually does) their songs inside the album. I may not know much nihongo but the feeling does relates to the arts. I can guess this affects the album sales as well...even probably a collectable.  

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Artworks Away From Home

A simple architectural sketch render of an ancient wonder, The Colosseum.

A monochromatic photography by David Goldes

Oil on wood panel artworks by Darren Waterston

Works shown above were spotted in the office I work at. These artworks related to the office environment which I believe creates a aura or rather, a psychologal effects to remind the employees and visitors that the company is of an elite status. On the other hand, these art works also reminds them to take time, relax and contemplate; never forget your own well-being

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Artwork by Yoshitaka Amano

Some cartoon spotted in a foodcourt.

My pet Salmon, the Guinea Pig.

Things come and go but art prevails once it captures you. Everything can be an art, its everywhere. From a painting to a metaphysical object, representation of one represents a meaning,emotions and intention. The last picture above may not seem to be of an art form but, imagine if it were a of pastel on canvas.

TED Presents : Tim Brown

Tales of Creativity and Play
"Integrity has no need of rules."
-Albert Camus

The world is bound by rules, by laws it was set by genuine mind of an individual but what is the difference between laws and rules? Surely laws are set by nature while rules are set by the organic minds.

Nature speaks nothing of limitations neither has science . But why set rules?Perhaps to limit us from abuse and harms, from greed or perhaps, sway away from strife of an ideology.

The world is open to opportunities despite the cobwebs restricting our minds to stay on track. The world is limitless by nature. Ironically, brilliant mind sets the pace of the many but the many can never see the horizon which is cast in view of the shepherd.

Descriptively, adults alike has embedded this way of thinking, in fear of risk and despairing results.Young minds are indeed curious to most way of life thus, more prone to stray from the herd.

Does leaving a company astray pertains to a unforgivable feat? Perhaps but as long as integrity plays a part, an honest heart will eventually not only lead a herd but broaden the rows for everyone to open their minds.

Certainly, rules are bound by the ingenious mind but nevertheless, brilliance is for fools who fear no risks. Being creative is being insane, being insane is bringing the world another way round, to review, to circumvent the ways that went past, to bridge a new future and live freely.

Patience and humility plays an important role in brilliant mind, hence failure is a rope a climb towards success. Be influential.