Creative Codex 21: The Magic Secrets of Salvador Dali
Apr 7, 2021
Dive into Salvador Dali's eccentric world with his '50 Secrets of Magic Craftsmanship.' Discover the bizarre 'slumber with a key' technique that links rest to creativity, alongside Dali's unique methods for oil painting. Learn about the metaphorical role of mustaches in enhancing awareness and the playful dynamics of a love triangle between an artist, their work, and personal life. The podcast also humorously portrays Dali's flamboyant entrances and innovative techniques, leaving listeners captivated by his surreal legacy.
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Painting As Mystical Layering
- Dali frames oil painting as a near-mystical craft built from layered, translucent films like the Mediterranean sky.
- He argues modern painters lack this refined, spiritualized handling of pictorial matter compared to the old masters.
Use Sleep To Solve Technical Problems
- Sleep deeply before beginning a major work to solve subtle technical problems unconsciously.
- Use the brief 'slumber with a key' nap to refresh body and mind and return to work with clarity.
Schedule Sexual Energy Around Work
- Abstain from sex during conception to channel libido into creative gestation, then make love daily during execution to stay calm and focused.
- Time lovemaking after the slumber-with-a-key and before sleep, not in the morning.
