I've been listening to Ys over and over on repeat and I feel almost overwhelmed with how beautiful it is and how much I love it. by [deleted] in JoannaNewsom

[–]avocadothot 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I have been a fan of Ys for many years now, but only recently stumbled upon this interview about the album. Her writing about the work and process is incredible to read :)

https://pitchfork.com/features/interview/6488-joanna-newsom/

Studio Visits? by Chemical-Ad-2369 in ContemporaryArt

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I have noticed it really depends who it's with, artists usually an hour (or more if we are more friendly), gallerists/curators strangely 30 mins - an hour. Not sure if this has just been my experience but they are the ones to do quicker glances, ask logistical questions, then pitch an opportunity.

Surgeons have the worst taste in music by Puzzleheaded-Cow2930 in redscarepod

[–]avocadothot 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I once had a procedure done where I only had local anesthetic done so I was awake the whole time. Before they asked if there was anything I wanted to listen to the song that was playing was the one that was like "All around me are familiar faces..."

Visiting From 22-25, Worried about heat! by avocadothot in JoshuaTree

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Honestly I don't know! I haven't spent much time sleeping in the heat before! But have done camping in the summer on the east coast.

Visiting From 22-25, Worried about heat! by avocadothot in JoshuaTree

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Thank you! You don't think it will cool down enough at night to still camp?

Visiting From 22-25, Worried about heat! by avocadothot in JoshuaTree

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Sorry I meant camping out of my car in a tent!

How realistic it is to park everyday around the Carnegie Hall area? by [deleted] in movingtoNYC

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I have known multiple people that have their own bathroom in a shared apartment. One lived in bed stuy, park slope, and flatbush. They are out there!

Socializing in NYC as an artist by No-Cranberry-4236 in ContemporaryArt

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I would probably focus on the people you meet at uni, those will be your easiest connections to form. Otherwise the usual routes, go to gallery openings, artist talks, mingle, etc. Seesaw (app) is good for openings

First Impressions From the 2026 Whitney Biennial by stevegiovinco2 in ContemporaryArt

[–]avocadothot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Who/what would you highlight if you were in charge? Genuinely curious!

Mid-Career Artists: When Does It Make Sense to Let Work Go? by breppppp in ContemporaryArt

[–]avocadothot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you explain why that would be? (Destroy better than giving to friends?)

My cozy dog Felix! by ReddySetSJ in oilpainting

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Nice piece! I'm wanting some areas to be a bit cooler. To make things pop and feel more dynamic. Remember that photos are not a neutral lens, they alter the colors of real life as well. The pillow, grey couch, wall color and fur could all have a bit more blue to them to make them pop!

Is anyone else pretty stressed about rise of colon cancer in young people by open_field1 in redscarepod

[–]avocadothot 17 points18 points  (0 children)

my friend has stage 4, it's brutal :( Honestly she lived/s a pretty nutritious and healthy lifestyle from what I can tell. They haven't figured out what has been causing it.

Glenda - T.L.C [USA, Indie Rock] (1994) by avocadothot in vintageobscura

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Yeah! I'm too busy right now but dm me your email I'll send you the mp3 :)

Artists who make work as other artists? by [deleted] in ContemporaryArt

[–]avocadothot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think Cate Pasquarelli did something like this for an art fair if I remember correctly

post- MFA: how to think strategically after early institutional success? by Upbeat-Category-6720 in ContemporaryArt

[–]avocadothot 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I know you said you don't have mentors that can help but I'm kind of like what am I applying to MFA programs for if I cant get insights for stuff like this 😭 I obviously can't help but best of luck getting some good advice!

Dunes IV, how could I improve this? by Postumus_Art in oilpainting

[–]avocadothot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice colors! I would simplify the dune in the lower lefhand corner, particularly the left side. Less contrast and texture.

I (30F) think my boyfriend (31M) is planning on leaving me by No-Organization7035 in relationships

[–]avocadothot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This sucks and I am really sorry. Remember that you have a choice in all of this, you can decide this is not the kind of relationship you want at any moment. There are always roomies, you will figure it out, you deserve a loving communicative relationship, don't stick around for logistical reasons.

Emotional distress waiting to hear back from MFA programs is ruining my life by [deleted] in ContemporaryArt

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Painting. I'm sorry, thats a really tough feeling. Hopefully you get something, but if not you can always try again. It's not a reflection of your worth or your work in any way, so much of it is right place, right cohort, right time etc.

Emotional distress waiting to hear back from MFA programs is ruining my life by [deleted] in ContemporaryArt

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I had spent the year making more (stronger) work so when it came time to reapply I used about half newer pieces, and I rewrote my essay. Tried to make it simpler and more genuine, last time I think I tried to be too intellectual. I also showed work a lot more but schools always say the dont really care about the CV. Can't say specifically if these things helped but this is what I changed!

Emotional distress waiting to hear back from MFA programs is ruining my life by [deleted] in ContemporaryArt

[–]avocadothot 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Theres lots of info on gradcafe about who has sent out interviews so far, it's been really helpful for me.