We Do A Little Ayla El-Moussa - The Power of Dreams and the Subconscious
Mar 31, 2025
Ayla El-Moussa is a surreal artist renowned for her unique blend of photography and painting, with a focus on dreams and the subconscious. In this engaging conversation, she discusses the influence of her environment on creativity and the complexities of dreams, including lucid dreaming and recurring themes. Ayla shares her passion for books and films, reflecting on the art of adaptation, and tackles the role of gender in the art world. Through her personal anecdotes, she reveals how her family and experiences shape her artistic identity while advocating for authenticity in the evolving art landscape.
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Fear of Flying
- Ayla El-Moussa describes her intense fear of flying, likening herself to a small, nervous child.
- She hates the lack of control and the thought of turbulence, despite knowing flying is statistically safer than driving.
Fort Building in First Class
- Redbeard describes a negative experience with edibles on a long flight to South Korea, where he built a blanket fort in his first-class seat.
- The flight attendant questioned his well-being, highlighting the potential downsides of mixing air travel with certain substances.
Water, Moon, and Subconscious
- Ayla El-Moussa's art, often featuring waves and deserts, reflects a deep connection to nature and the subconscious mind.
- She links water imagery to the moon's influence on tides, emotions, and transformations, referencing its symbolic presence in dreams.
