Articles
Artist Spotlight: Horror and Healing
Philippine artist Rendyl James Lazala explores the intersection of internet horror and personal trauma. He discusses growing up on "Creepypastas," documenting his nightmares, and using art to heal a fractured relationship with his father.
Author Spotlight: Jasper Osborne
Author Jasper Osborne discusses his new book, Dreams We Made Along the Way—a global collection of real dreams, from the hilarious to the terrifying. Discover how a personal journaling habit turned into a worldwide archive of the subconscious.
Tattoo and Piercing Waikiki: Where Island History Meets Contemporary Art
Waikiki is known for sunsets and resorts, but its tattoo culture runs deep. Victor Ko of Black Palette Tattoo explores the history of kakau, modern safety standards, and why ink is the ultimate "living souvenir”.
Creative People Aren’t Picky-Their Brains Literally See the World Differently
Why does bad kerning cause physical stress? Research shows creative brains process visual information differently. We explore "material literacy," the math of design failure, and why being "picky" is actually a superpower.
When Words Fail: How Processing Other People’s Pain Inspires My Music
Musician and therapist Tyell explores the intersection of mental health and melody. He shares how processing his clients' stories—and his own past depression—inspired his emotional new single, "In The Rain."
Tattoo Artist Spotlight: Justas Jurkevičius
Lithuanian artist Justas Jurkevičius (Green Buddha Tattoo Studio) shares his journey from audiovisual art to tattooing. Discover his focus on Baltic pagan motifs, his work in ceramics, and his perspective on 10 years in the industry.