I love the idea that we are all connected, that there is a big picture and that just as it is with a jig-saw, we are all connected. When I started connecting with other artists through various social media platforms I don’t think I fully realised just what a rewarding experience it was going to be.
It was not long after I first joined Twitter that I began to realise just what a powerful medium this social media platform is. At first I was following everybody and their mother, until I attended a brief social media training session. I don’t remember a lot of what the course involved and most of the content shot straight over my head. The people attending the course all seemed way ahead of me and from their language I discerned that most of them were very “professional”. I only remember one bit of information and it was liberating for me. The presenter said this:
“ follow everyone out of courtesy but set-up a select list of the people you believe will add value to your journey and will advance your cause and only read their stuff”
This little tip has been invaluable; it has allowed me access to the work and philosophies of some great artists. From that moment on, Twitter has proved to be a stream of inspiration and encouragement, not to mention a showcase for my own work, ideas and conversation. In this short blog I want to highlight the work of one specific artist and the world of Plein Air which she has introduced me to.
It was not long after I first joined Twitter that I began to realise just what a powerful medium this social media platform is. At first I was following everybody and their mother, until I attended a brief social media training session. I don’t remember a lot of what the course involved and most of the content shot straight over my head. The people attending the course all seemed way ahead of me and from their language I discerned that most of them were very “professional”. I only remember one bit of information and it was liberating for me. The presenter said this:
“ follow everyone out of courtesy but set-up a select list of the people you believe will add value to your journey and will advance your cause and only read their stuff”
This little tip has been invaluable; it has allowed me access to the work and philosophies of some great artists. From that moment on, Twitter has proved to be a stream of inspiration and encouragement, not to mention a showcase for my own work, ideas and conversation. In this short blog I want to highlight the work of one specific artist and the world of Plein Air which she has introduced me to.