The .ART of Community: Introducing Odyssey Magazine

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At .ART, the belief is strong in being more than just a domain registry, being committed to nurturing and supporting a vibrant creative community. This year, a significant step was taken in that direction with the launch of .ART Odyssey Magazine. This collectible inaugural issue acts as a comprehensive guide to the future of art, offering a curated selection of essays, interviews, and practical advice. With specialized sections such as ART & THE FUTURE, ART THERAPY, and SURVIVAL TACTICS, the premiere edition is designed to inspire and guide a diverse audience, including artists, creatives of all kinds, and tech-savvy art entrepreneurs.

Inside this edition, you’ll find compelling articles and conversations that will enrich your creative journey. Here are some highlights:

Stepan Ryabchenko and Freedom

In an interview with Stepan Ryabchenko, a prominent figure in new media art, readers are introduced to a world of boundless creativity. Stepan’s work seamlessly bridges the virtual and physical, challenging conventional boundaries. His “Virtual Garden,” with its imaginative flora and fauna, embodies Stepan’s belief that creativity is the key to shaping one’s life. Stepan’s art reflects his rich childhood experiences, where magic seemed to infuse every moment. His project “Strange Time” (www.strangetime.art) demonstrates the power of creativity to connect and inspire during challenging periods. Freedom, for Stepan, is the ability to creatively shape one’s life. His art pushes the limits of imagination while honoring nature and spirituality, embodying a profound responsibility for shaping our world through art. Dive into Stepan Ryabchenko’s world, and you’ll be inspired to explore the endless possibilities of your own creative journey.

Caption: Stepan Ryabchenko, Ukrainian media artist, talks about imagination and freedom as part of the .ART Odyssey Magazine. Photo by Juliia Abramovych.

Jerry Saltz on the Art World

In an excerpt from the conversation with Jerry Saltz, featured in .ART Odyssey Magazine, the famous art critic and Pulitzer winner shares insights into the art world. Saltz, known for his frank writing style and extensive experience, including co-chief art critic for the New York Times, discusses various aspects of the art world. Saltz emphasizes the power of art to explore human consciousness, calling it the “greatest operating system.” He advocates for more critical reviews in the art world and highlights the importance of local art scenes. During the interview, Saltz shares his thoughts on Cattelan’s banana artwork, offers relationship advice (yes, you heard that right), and encourages artists to embrace fear and uncertainty in their creative process. As he puts it, “Fear is the price of admission to the house of art”.

Caption: Jerry Saltz, accomplished art critic and Pulitzer winner, shares insights into the art world as part of the .ART Odyssey Magazine.

Phil Hansen and the Power of Limitations

Phil Hansen, the internationally-recognized multimedia artist, partner of the Art Therapy Initiative by .ART Registry, official artist for the 51st Grammy Awards and a TED speaker with over 3 million views of his talk, takes readers on a profound journey in his essay featured in .ART Odyssey Magazine. Phil shares his personal exploration of discomfort and how it led him to confront one of the most profound discomforts of all—death. From his early days as a hospital patient transporter to his time working in a funeral home, Phil’s experiences with death challenged his unease and opened doors to a deeper understanding of the human experience. His story unfolds as he embarks on a creative and artistic quest to capture the memories and stories of others dealing with loss. Through his innovative use of text as art, Phil delves into the complex emotions surrounding death and the ways in which art can provide a therapeutic outlet for processing life’s challenges. This essay is a testament to Phil Hansen’s unique ability to transform discomfort into creativity and inspire others to embrace life’s limitations with a fresh perspective. As Phil said in his TED talk, “We need to first be limited in order to become limitless.”

Caption: Phil Hansen, an artist widely known for his viral TED talk “Embrace the shake” on transcending limitation, shares a personal essay as part of the .ART Odyssey Magazine. Photo: Phil in front of this artwork A Death, Remember series.

Paddy Johnson’s Guide to Artist Websites

Paddy Johnson, a distinguished art critic, writer, and curator based in New York, provides invaluable guidance on optimizing your artist website. Her extensive experience in the art world, including founding the renowned contemporary art blog Art F City, has equipped her with insights that every artist can benefit from. Paddy’s advice covers various aspects of creating a compelling online presence, from optimizing image choices that communicate the essence of your work to ensuring clear and user-friendly website navigation.

But one piece of advice that stands out is her insight into the significance of domain names. Paddy Johnson underscores, “Your domain name is your digital identity.” In today’s digital landscape, your choice of a domain name is pivotal in establishing a strong and memorable online identity.

This is where .ART comes into play. As an artist, your online presence deserves a domain extension that not only reflects your identity but also signifies your dedication to the art world. .ART offers a distinctive and recognizable domain extension tailored for artists and the creative community. By choosing .ART, you not only enhance your online identity but also align yourself with a community passionate about the arts. Your support of .ART also aids the Art Therapy Initiative by .ART Registry, a program striving to elevate awareness of art therapy’s benefits and provide support to organisations dedicated to education, research and fundraising in the field.

Caption: Paddy Johnson, a New York-based writer and the founder of Vvrkshop (www.vvrkshop.art), which helps artists land the exhibitions, residencies and grants of their dreams, shares tips on creative website presence as part of the .ART Odyssey Magazine.

Grab your paperback copy of .ART Odyssey Magazine on Amazon, or better yet, register a .ART domain and score a free preview copy—it’s our treat to you!