Back from Mexico, from scuba diving, and from quite a lot of margaritas. I shall make up for lost time by putting far too many links in one post, and call it art.
First, a practical link from Spectral Layers, a visual spectral audio editing program:
Spectral Layers from DIVIDE FRAME on Vimeo.
Not the first program to provide/attempt a spectral editor, but the layers and intuitive interface seem pretty novel. Other similar programs would be iZotope RX 2, Photosounder, CEDAR ReTouch, Adobe Audition, and of course the completely free SPEAR from Klingbeil. That’s probably only a partial list.
Spectralism is quite the can of worms, and I could easily do an entire post on it, but I wouldn’t feel comfortable tackling it at the moment since I’ll probably be studying it in depth in the coming year anyway. The compositional applications are only part of the use of visually representing the sound spectrum, other obvious uses include mixing and mastering, sound removal, timbre hijinx, etc. I definitely recommend all musicians, electronic or no, at least experiment with spectral waveforms to get a feel for the physics of what they do on a daily basis.
A photo of the handiwork of Stikman, one of my favorite graffiti artists:
It says The true artist helps the world by revealing mystic truths, which is a recreation of a work by Bruce Nauman. Such a wonderful quote, and very appropriate to this blog.
Ravel plays Ravel – “Valses nobles et sentimentales”
Such a surprisingly emotive work, I feel as if his playing adds a sort of desperate attention deficit disorder to the overall feel, which makes my little heart skip a beat. Amazing stuff.
And, finally, in honor of my recent week spent in Mexico!
The amazing and alluring Larkin Grimm, everybody.
Happy Summer!
Larkin Grimm = BOLD
Dear Stikman
I have a project for you.
Please contact me
I have a feeling the above comment is spam, but it’s got a sort of desperate, creepy vibe that I feel Stikman would dig. APPROVED.
We’ve had the honor of stikman’s presence in Lancaster,PA recently this year. The arts in Lancaster have been growing in leaps and bounds. We also have a PCAD ( Pennsylvania College of Art and Design) that helps to support my ideas. Your work in Lancaster has brought us into the 21st century of art culture. Thank you.
I’m working on a project at Fulton Elementary School in the city. An outdoor urban mural. Thought stikman would consider a contribution of your talents. The historic school building will be remodeled/restored while students will be moved for 1 year to boys and girls club in September 2012 until august 2013. Kids return to ‘new’ building in September 2013.
There is a 2 foot wall rising to 7 feet leading into alley by school, then sweeps into a 1/4 circular wall that rises to 9 feet. A section of the 2 foot wall will be repaired by the school district. The 1/4 circular wall is in great shape.
I greatly admire your concepts of art. Would there be a possibility of a contribution on your part to leave a permanent piece of your talent at Fulton School. ( the city has already removed the stikman decals:( )
I’d love to hear from you and talk possibility.
Haurora
Stikman
Do you have an interest in my project?