After a Short Hiatus…
Dear Readers, I hope 2014 is going well! After a short hiatus, I am back to writing this blog where I document commentaries on fame and journey in exploring celebrity culture. The hiatus does not mean time stopped. On the contrary, I had abundant moments filled with travels, talks, readings, choreography, writing, publications, and gifts that I would love to share! To be honest, I don’t know where to start as I am always in the middle of a journey, literally and metaphorically. Maybe I will start with a serendipitous moment that I still embrace with honour and dignity – the moment when our...
Read MoreAn Inspirational Tip from Andy Warhol
Dear Celebrity Studies Readers, In critical explorations of fame and its irony, Andy Warhol, Pop Art Movement icon, made observations that apply to all in everyday life. Ongoing creation and reflection on it will bring us to a point where our art is recognized for its finest meanings and social change for all living beings. Everyone can be recognized for that art and not just the 15 minutes of fame – a famous expression for which Warhol is well known. Hope this post finds you in the heights of your creative power this week! Special thanks to photographer & friend Hamidah Hemani...
Read MoreFrom Brain Pickings: Iconic Painter and Celebrated Reconstructionist, Agnes Martin
Dear Celebrity Culture Readers, As I travel with values of celebration, I come across reflections on celebrated icons. Here is an empowering thought on the iconic painter and celebrated reconstructionist, Agnes Martin: “The best things in life happen to you when you’re alone.” The thoughts have been shared on http://www.brainpickings.org/index.php/2013/03/22/agnes-martin-1997-interview/ and I found it empowering for all! Honour your solitary moments now. Create or embrace unique experiences in solitude. It is a powerful way to celebrate your path and shine as a star. You choose your...
Read MoreWhy Fame?
Dear Readers, I am writing from my beautiful summer home in Barcelona where I took up a post-PhD thesis writing retreat. The home has an arts library where I find myself reading, writing, and connecting with creative souls. After I read and write, I often seek new paths among Roman ruins, Medieval Gothic architecture, and contemporary art spaces where many heroes and artists received fame. In my last post, I mentioned my focus on celebrity culture. I have been often asked: what is it about fame that appeals me and calls my attention in cultural studies? Let us address this question with a...
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