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We were honored to partner with the Peabody Essex Museum event last week, and thank you to those who joined us. Via Salem News today... THE LOCAL CREATIVE ECOSYSTEM To the editor: Last week, the Peabody Essex Museum and Creative Collective co-hosted a Creative Ecosystem Roundtable, which brought together over 50 community stakeholders from across the region. This event followed a Networking Breakfast and Leadership Forum held in November and offered a chance to delve into our creative community’s unique opportunities and challenges. These events are part of a partnership series on the creative ecosystem that will continue in the fall. According to a 2024 study by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis and the National Endowment for the Arts, with data from 2022, the arts and culture sectors, both for-profit and nonprofit, contribute 4.31% to the nation’s GDP, support over 5.2 million jobs, and represent a $1.02 trillion industry—more than the retail, construction, and transportation sectors. We need more support for the arts and culture sector and this came through loud and clear at the roundtable discussions. The conversations need to shift towards how this sector can be better supported and increase the voices of creatives in discussing our most pressing issues. Collaboration and open and honest dialogue are how we can move even the most difficult issues forward toward resolution. Acknowledging the need for these conversations, last week’s Creative Ecosystem Roundtable gathered a diverse mix of practicing artists, working creatives, government officials, and community leaders. It encouraged participants to break down silos and collaborate on the following themes: Living a Creative Life; Sustainability in the Creative Community; Partnerships and Opportunities; Tourism and Festivals; and Advocacy and Governmental Affairs. The discussions were vibrant and infused with active listening, open-mindedness, and mutual respect. This cross-disciplinary roundtable format was experimental but impactful. The room buzzed with energy as new connections were forged and fresh ideas circulated. A recurring theme was how rare and valuable it is to bring together a wide range of creative stakeholders to tackle old challenges from a fresh perspective. We are compiling notes to identify broad themes, trends, and action items for prioritizing, nurturing, and sustaining creative communities. We sincerely appreciate the participants’ openness and collaboration and for fostering honest dialogue for collective problem-solving. Kurt Steinberg, COO, Peabody Essex Museum, John Andrews, Founder and President, Creative Collective https://lnkd.in/eVhXy8mg

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My view on not making museums like movie theaters: Introducing "Frameless," a groundbreaking art museum in London where the boundaries between art and reality blur! I think when art is converted to virtual reality like at the Frameless Museum in London, it becomes a surreal exhibition! I have visited the Virtual Reality Van Gogh art collection in Paris, and it is disproportionately overbearing and gigantic. The warehouse conversion is obvious, and it was not immersive! Art is not about shock and awe; it is an appreciation of the frozen moment that the artist has put together forever! Is art about immersion and magical moments? Why do we need to find augmented reality? From augmented reality installations to dynamic, living artworks, "Frameless" transforms the traditional museum experience into something magical. Converting artworks into massive virtual reality or augmented reality installations can distort the scale and presentation in a way that feels disproportionate. This can lose the intimacy and intended impact of the original piece. Art is meant to be appreciated in its authentic form, capturing the frozen moment the artist created. The essence of appreciating art is not about creating a spectacle of "shock and awe", but rather inviting quiet contemplation and personal connection with the work. Overwhelming the viewer with exaggerated digital effects and augmented reality tricks could detract from truly appreciating the inherent artistry and beauty. While immersive technologies can engage audiences in novel ways, especially younger generations, there is a risk that the experience becomes more about the technological gimmick than the actual art itself. The magic should stem from the artwork's meaning and aesthetic value, not an overreliance on augmented reality. Iqbal Latif

👀 Talk about an #immersive experience.

Art Is No Longer Confined to Frames: The Immersive Museum Revolution 🤯 #ArtTech #ImmersiveExperience Forget dusty exhibits and hushed whispers. The museum world is undergoing a renaissance, and it's anything but quiet. Take London's "Frameless," where 479 state-of-the-art projectors cast over 160 million pixels across four sprawling galleries, turning art into a living, breathing spectacle. 🎨✨ 🖼️ Why Frameless Matters: Engagement Boost: 82% of visitors reported feeling more connected to the art compared to traditional museums. 📈 New Revenue Streams: Immersive experiences draw larger, more diverse crowds, increasing footfall by 35% on average. 💰 Enhanced Learning: Visitors spend 24% more time engaging with exhibits, leading to deeper understanding. 🧠 🔮 Magic Happens Here: Imagine walking through Van Gogh's "Starry Night," the swirling colors dancing around you. Or stepping into Monet's "Water Lilies," feeling the ripples beneath your feet. Frameless makes this possible, blurring the lines between viewer and artwork. 💰 Cost & Funding: Immersive tech is an investment, but it pays off. Frameless cost roughly £30 million, but they've quickly become a top London attraction. Funding models include: Private Investment Government Grants Crowdfunding Corporate Sponsorship 🇮🇳 India's Immersive Future: Companies like Tagbin and Design Factory India are already dabbling in immersive museum tech. But there's massive potential for growth. 💡 How We Can Help: At Ambrella Nexus, we're passionate about pushing boundaries. We provide the cutting-edge hardware and technological solutions that power these unforgettable experiences: High-definition projectors Integrated audio systems Interactive touchscreens Custom software solutions Ready to reimagine the museum experience? Let's connect! #MuseumTech #ArtInnovation #ImmersiveArt #FutureMuseums #TechnologyAndArt #AmbrellaNexus Tell me, have you experienced an immersive museum? Would you visit "Frameless"? Share your thoughts below!

Did you know most people instinctively turn left when entering exhibition spaces or museums? This fascinating behaviour, known as the "left-turn bias," is a key consideration in exhibit design. Understanding how visitors naturally navigate spaces can create more engaging and intuitive experiences. #ExhibitionDesign #ExhibitGrow #Psychology

the power of immense projection mapping

This is a "precursor" to what many will experience in the immersive metaverse...not "if" but "when..." 😎👍👍👍❤️👉 The exponential rise in metaverse adoption is on the horizon. Just ask Zuck...he did not rename his social platform on a whim. He spotted a huge trend far ahead of adoption. I tip my hat to the man....🎩😁🤘🤘🤘 I still stand by Mark Zuckerberg's decision to rename FB into "Meta." Smart...very smart imho... But.... Zuck, if you are reading this, will you please give us some complimentary Meta marketing dollars? Meta has gotten expensive over the past few years!!! 😬😬😬 -B #zuck #markzuckerberg #Facebook #entrepreneur #startups #founder #meta #metaverse #crypto #bitcoin #nft #blockchain #ai #socialmedia #veteranowned #veteran

Who said we cant be in the past present and future at the same time. Im thinking they are wrong now. The person who has made this or thought of it has foresure seen the past and future and is living it now. #poems #future #timetravel #past #education #philosophy #mentalhealth #happiness #business #businessinsider #vanguard #blackrock #lifeadvice #motivationalquotes #life #lifestyle #poetrycommunity #lifequotes #philosophy #teachers #learning #litrature #teachingandlearning #children #kids #love #purpose #teaching #teachertraining #poem #poetrycommunity #poetry #poetrylovers #peoplefirst #litrature #teaching #teachers #poem #economy #economics #SaveLivesProject #YouAreNotAlone #parliament #parliamentary #government #governmentrelations #governmentaffairs #politicians #wellness #wellbeing

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