This essay has been in my mind for a long time after huge amounts of community work over the last 15 years of my life. However, it was clarified and informed greatly by a workshop given by Marty Nasralla. Communities sometimes come together spontaneously. It’s wonderful in those first inspired years where you’ve found your tribe and realized this is …
The 30 days of Flow Instagram challenge Here is a way to get a head start on your new year – join the community #30daysofflowchallenge! This was a blast last year, and I am so happy to be the online host, encouraging each one of you through your 30-day journey! If you miss the first day, don’t worry, join us anytime …
Have you ever heard yourself saying these things?: “I want to be a performer, but I can’t. It’s too hard. I’m too old now, everyone else is doing it, they are better than me, the market is saturated, I am not qualified enough, I’m too busy and don’t have enough money.” There is nothing that kills a creative journey faster …
Image from Free Design File Breaking down the concepts of clean technique into digestible information is necessary for those of us who haven’t learned how to be graceful yet, and want to learn! To read the first part of this essay read: Considering Clean Technique Part 1 1. Learn to have an eye for clean technique Most of us didn’t …
Clean Technique. What is it and how do we get more of it in our work? Before I became acculturated to classical forms of ballet and dance, I literally could not see the difference between clean work and dirty work. There is a certain level of class or cultural education you need to have before you are offered the opportunity to …
Do these things to get fewer gigs and/or instructor spots There are a few things that will ruin your professional career as a freelance artist quickly, do a few of these often, and you will run into some hot water. Don’t follow through on your word Cancel events last minute Don’t have a safety when using fire Don’t show up …
When you learn a new trick there is an amazing feeling of accomplishment inside you. Finally, you worked hard, it’s happened 3 times in a row, you yelp with excitement. YAAAASS! You say to your friend “yes, yes, I got it” and they reply “Oh what? show me.” So you try, and you drop. And then drop again. “No, no, …
[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”] It’s been over a decade since I started street performing and it contributed greatly to my development as an artist. It helped that I joined The Busking Project in 2011. Watching show after show and seeing the …
There is a dark side in Flow Arts. It’s really important to acknowledge, accept, and learn to overcome. In reality, it’s just the dark side of humanity that frequents our cultural niche. Our niche is filled with competition, celebrity worship and an ideal of perfection. Artists can develop a need for attention and a need to be “cool” and accepted …
Many people have anecdotes about how Flow Arts have helped their lives in a myriad of ways. It is well known among our community that it helps us grow into being better humans. But how does playing with toys change us in such profound ways? Physically The lack of physical exercise is currently a global problem, contributing to many chronic …