corners of creativity

in the past, in the Indian subcontinent, temples stood as harmonious playgrounds of creativity and divinity. spaces that offered patrons and artists a sanctuary to engage in expression, appreciation, and learning

folks could step into these realms, to explore beyond the mundane, beyond the routine of daily lives

nowstalgia

today, such playgrounds have vanished into the haze of time. but, why indulge in nostalgia when we can build new ones right in our homes? why not start from where we hold sway, where compassion and influence reside, which is right under our own roofs?

this is a decentralized movement, needing no nod or blessing from a central authority

techno logical connection

imagine an app where artists, itching to share their craft, could sign up. your everyday joe could offer up his home, inviting people in with a simple promise: come on over, perform at my place

you match these entries by time, space, and location, and just like that, people can play once more.

we must keep the arts and crafts of yesteryears alive. and the perfect playground is our own homes

charity begins at home, they say, but damn, everything begins at home. so, reach out to an artist you know, invite them, invite friends, listen, encourage, and appreciate

scale is exaggerated

create a ripple, a small wave that spreads wider than you could ever fathom.

obsession with scale, the damnable chase for commercial viability – toss all that aside! the only thing that matters is playing in the moment, in our immediate corners

so, here's my question to you. what arts and crafts can you perform, create, or share, to bolster a greater cultural appreciation? what arts and crafts do you yearn to observe, to study, and savor as a connoisseur?

run these questions through your friend circle, find the artists and the audience, bring them together.

third spaces

we need the common man to swing open his door for artists, turning homes into third spaces. in these spaces folks can engage with the arts from both sides: the appreciation of a connoisseur, the performance of a professional. not commerce, no, what matters is sustainability in the common man's very soul

people crave third spaces beyond their homes. but what if these spaces were nestled within their walls? in our times, there's a gaping void of cultural education across all stretches of society - folks either dive in professionally or don't give a damn!

the arts demand either a lifelong dedication turned commercial, or mere oblivion

the beauty of such intimate concerts whether we call them mehfils or salons, lies in detaching from the obsession for scale, social approval, commercial success. the essence is to respect the arts, share that respect with the unknowing, touch hearts and minds, and find joy in mutual appreciation

play together

this is the game – to resonate through society with fun, joy, and a touch of play!