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Cultural festivals for the soul: 2024 events that celebrate art, design, and creativity

Creative Boom

Picture yourself wandering the labyrinthine alleyways of Venice during the Biennale, discovering hidden masterpieces around every corner, soaking in the electrifying energy of SXSW, where music, film, and technology collide in a vibrant Texan melting pot, or feeling the thrum of anticipation alongside aspiring filmmakers at Sundance.

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Anniversary book from Semi Permanent is a 20-year time capsule of stunning creativity

Creative Boom

It also includes fresh contributions from filmmaker Roman Coppola, industrial designer Sabine Marcelis, architect Bjarke Ingels, artist CJ Hendry, and digital entrepreneur Mikaela Jade. In contrast to other sections in the publication, there are no images on these pages, making the point that creativity isn't always visual.

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Hardcore: The Cinematic World of Pulp is a beautiful book every designer will love

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And Mark Webber, Pulp's guitarist, runs the Visible Press, which publishes books on cinema and writings by filmmakers. Jarvis hated being in the spotlight, unable to do what he wanted without the public glare. Hardcore: The Cinematic World of Pulp is published by Thames & Hudson, and is available to buy now.

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Open Planet Is a Growing Library of 4,500 Free Videos Documenting Nature and Climate Issues Around the World

Colossal

Without effective storytelling tools to convey the severity of the crisis and what’s at stake if we don’t act, it can be difficult to motivate the broader public to advocate for change. Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $5 per month.

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February 2024 Opportunities: Open Calls, Residencies, and Grants for Artists

Colossal

All three artists will have the opportunity to develop and lead a public program at the museum. Sony Future Filmmaker Awards (International) The Sony Future Filmmaker Awards elevates voices that bring a fresh perspective to storytelling. Their work will be installed from May 2024 through May 2025. Deadline: February 4, 2024.

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Conner Griffith Animates the World of Objects Through Historical Engravings in ‘Still Life’

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“ Still Life ,” a short animation by Los Angeles-based filmmaker Conner Griffith , opens with a classic game of “guess which hand.” Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $5 per month. Find more of Griffith’s work on his website and on Vimeo.

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December 2023 Opportunities: Open Calls, Residencies, and Grants for Artists

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Open Calls Beam Center New Hampshire Open Call (International) The center seeks proposals for public artworks that will be realized by a community of more than 100 young people at Beam Camp in Strafford, NH. The winners, plus 20 shortlisted photographers, will be featured in and receive a copy of a special mini-photo publication.

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