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The traditional markers of success—speed, scale, and surface-level wins—have lost their shine. We've outgrown the relentless chase, the endless pursuit of more. True success isn't found in constant acceleration; it lies in what we choose to build, nurture, and sustain over time.
For me, this year isn't about revolutionising my life—it's about... See more
For me, this year isn't about revolutionising my life—it's about... See more
Reference mining, in the context of DJ'ing and creative work, refers to the process of searching for and collecting diverse sources of inspiration and information to use in one's work
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. This practice involves:
Exploring the past and present for relevant material
Discovering rich histories and cultural contexts
Gathering a wide range of references to inform creative output
Examples of reference mining might include:
A DJ digging through record crates to find obscure samples for a new mix
A fashion designer researching historical clothing styles for a modern collection
A writer exploring various literary genres to develop a unique writing style
A filmmaker studying different cultural mythologies to create a new narrative
This process allows creators to act as "mixers," combining diverse elements to produce new and impactful work
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. By mining references, artists can create connections between different ideas, time periods, and cultures, leading to innovative and thought-provoking creations.
This contemplation and collaboration was an incredibly new extension of how I’ve been thinking about work lately. It probably exists in the space my friend Yatú would call “concept composing”. Really working through the forms of language and articulation to reach a shared embodiment.
I’ve been meditating on simplicity a lot. The good life feels... See more
I’ve been meditating on simplicity a lot. The good life feels... See more
Reggie James • Architecture Work: Gloria in the Wilderness
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The most fundamental software infrastructure has become commoditized to the point where most of the innovation is now created at the interface with end users. In the consumer internet world in particular, the marginal cost of software is zero, and design is now the differentiator.