In the selfie, we freeze a moment, Capturing a glimpse of ourselves, But it's more than just an image, It's a snapshot our psyche. Each pixel a reflection of our souls, The lighting, the angle, the omissions, All woven together to create a tapestry, A visual feast of self-awareness. But as we stare, we begin … Continue reading Un-Selfie Returning Its Gaze – Monochromes in a Colourful Mind
Blue Piano – Monochromes in a Colourful Mind
In the Jazz Cafe, the air is thick with smoke, A sweet smell of whiskey and blues fills the room. I sit and watch the pianist play, His fingers dancing on the keys like flames. His music wraps around me like a warm embrace, As I become lost in the rhythms of the night. The … Continue reading Blue Piano – Monochromes in a Colourful Mind
Blue Guitar – Monochromes in a Colourful Mind
In the Jazz Cafe, smoke swirls and lingers, dancing with the notes of the blues guitarist's fingers. Whiskey-soaked air fills my senses, a heady mix of music and fragrances. I watch him play with intense fascination, lost in the rhythm of his passionate creation. My mind begins to wander as I imagine painting this scene, … Continue reading Blue Guitar – Monochromes in a Colourful Mind
Trying On A Look – Monochromes in a Colourful Mind
Through the haze of smoke and neon lights, I wander, searching for my true form. A chameleon, I shed my skin with ease, trying on different guises like a child with dress-up. The leather jacket and shades of rebellion, the flowery shirt of a hippie dreamer, the tailored suit of a businessman, each outfit a … Continue reading Trying On A Look – Monochromes in a Colourful Mind
The North Face, I Think – Monochromes in a Colourful Mind
Lost in the woods, we hear the whispers Of tales told to calm our fears Moss grows on the north side, they say Or is it fungi on the east But who can trust these tricky myths If the forest has enchanted our minds The trees shift and move, as if alive The leaves rustle, … Continue reading The North Face, I Think – Monochromes in a Colourful Mind
Dusk’s Eye – Monochromes in a Colourful Mind
Clouds gather in the sky like an army Ready to conquer the fading sun As the day draws to a close The photographer takes his stance Framing his composition with care The eye of the island beckons A gateway to another world And the break in the clouds above A glimpse into the beyond The … Continue reading Dusk’s Eye – Monochromes in a Colourful Mind
A Teacher’s Perspective on Understanding and Overcoming Learned Helplessness
What is Learned Helplessness? Learned helplessness is a psychological concept that was initially formulated by psychologist Martin Seligman through his experiments in the 1960s. It refers to a state of passive resignation or inaction that occurs when individuals believe that they have no control over their situation, even when opportunities for change or escape are … Continue reading A Teacher’s Perspective on Understanding and Overcoming Learned Helplessness
Evidence of Muses – Monochromes in a Colourful Mind
In the quiet of the artist's studio, Amidst the canvases and brushes, Lies a treasure trove of inspiration, A library of secondhand books. Volumes on every art movement and technique, On almost every artist that ever lived, Their spines worn, their pages yellowed, Lovingly collected from garage sales and thrift stores. Each book a portal … Continue reading Evidence of Muses – Monochromes in a Colourful Mind
Compare and contrast The Sleeping Gipsy by Henri Rousseau to Wanderer above the Sea of Fog by Caspar David Friedrich – An ‘Isms’ Overview
This analysis aims to compare and contrast two significant paintings from different periods, Henri Rousseau's "The Sleeping Gipsy" (1897) and Caspar David Friedrich's "Wanderer above the Sea of Fog" (1818). These artworks, created in diverse contexts, showcase distinct artistic styles and themes, making them ideal subjects for a comparative study. By examining their composition, subject … Continue reading Compare and contrast The Sleeping Gipsy by Henri Rousseau to Wanderer above the Sea of Fog by Caspar David Friedrich – An ‘Isms’ Overview
A Field of Wind Catchers – Monochromes in a Colourful Mind
In the field of impossibly tall wind catchers, Stands a sea of white, reaching for the sky, Each stem fragile and proud, Yet standing precariously in the dog days of Summer. The slightest breeze, a whispered invitation, To set their fluffs free and continue their journey, Across their world, To take root once again, to … Continue reading A Field of Wind Catchers – Monochromes in a Colourful Mind
The New Renaissance Mindset 