botanical studies of internet magic 05. the wandering way of the artist hermit
Mar 19, 2024
Dive into a journey of self-discovery as the speaker reflects on leaving the chaos of NYC for slow travels during the pandemic. Discover how embracing uncertainty led to a richer creative life and the importance of making art without the pressure of an audience. Experience the liberation of a digital detox that quieted the mind and rekindle a devotion to creation as a vital practice. Explore the metaphor of a website as a personal garden, highlighting the interconnectedness of art and home.
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Leaving NYC
- Kinning felt financially suffocated by New York City's high cost of living.
- This, combined with shame and deteriorating mental health, led her to leave.
Travels
- Kinning spent time in various locations, including Japan, Italy, Berlin, and the Greek islands.
- She followed a calling to Istanbul, where she stayed for two years.
Living Without Plans
- Embrace living without plans, both physically and emotionally.
- This was the medicine Kinning needed, coming from a background of pressure to succeed.