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SkyBlew: “The Hip Hop Painter” Parkour: Just Flipping Around? Giving Back Creativity To The Community: The Anderson Story InMind Magazine
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Table of Contents
Editor’s Note - 4 Giving Creativity Back To The Community: The Anderson Story - 6 Creativity is not just something you can cultivate, it can be something you can give back to those who need the opportunity.
Tips for the Starving Artist - 10
Our regualr dose of sharing helpful money saving tips for the everyday starving artists.
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Parkour: Just Flipping Around? - 11 Parkour is so much more than you think. Its more than just running and jumping around. Its an art.
The Poetry Block - 14
A Featured Poem from the undiscovered poet out here in the world.
SkyBlew: “The Hip Hop Painter� - 16 Our spotlight artist of this issue is a young, talented, cool, hip-hop nerd. Learn more about this new rising music artist.
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Editor’s Note
W
elcome to the first issue of InMind Magazine! This art magazine’s goal is to help the starving undiscovered artist find their moment in the spotlight. We are not any ordinary art magazine because we want to do something different. We understand that everyone has their own definition of art and have different hobbies, crafts, and activities that they could describe as art. We want to know about it and share it with others and give them a different perspective of what art is. In this issue, we will be shedding the spotlight on an up and coming hip hop artist, giving acknowledgement to someone trying to promote creativity in the community, and showing the artistic side of the sport called Parkour. We have some great articles inside and we hope you enjoy it! Please enjoy the wonderful articles written by our wonderful writers!
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Meet Our Staff
Tanisha Harrelson Editor-in-Chief / Creative Director
Fernando Sanders Editorial Assistant / Staff Writer
Amanda Perkins Editor
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Tree Herndon Blogger / Staff Writer
Danielle Obimah Photographer
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Giving Creativity Back To The Community: The Anderson Story By Fernando Sanders
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nderson is a good guy. I mean genuinely
he did that with a few of the Triangle’s best hip hop
a good guy, with a rapper’s bravado. So
artists: Josh Kerouac, Mark Tha Tyrant, Taha, Cayso,
when he combines those two aspects
Johnny Storm, C.Shreve The Professor, and Sky Blew.
into a showcase you get an event oozing with
But they weren’t the only unique aspect of this show;
feel good vibes and positive motives. Recently
the prize of this show was the host, the Neighbor-To-
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Neighbor program.
Neighbor-To-Neighbor is a program, headed
by Emmanuel Holder, for under-privileged youth that Anderson joined in college after previously working with Young Life in high school. Anderson saw a need in the program that he figured would help these kids in their lives, and naturally that was music. So since his time with the program he has helped those interested minds develop their hip hop experience with not only discussion but with recording sessions and even a music video. Even though Neighbor-To-Neighbor is a Christian organization “my focus is less on the ministry aspect. I’m taking it one step before that; instead of trying to get them (immediately) in the church, I’m trying to get them out of the lifestyle that influences so much of their negative situations that surround them.” So when it comes to music he says, “I’m trying to get them to come in and rap about anything besides drugs, over sexualization, and killing.” To some this seems naive, but to his supporters (and honestly real music lovers) this focus on content matters because there is a difference between influence via music in reality and influence via music in glorification and perversion of reality.
Despite the good work that Neighbor-To-
Neighbor does, Anderson wants to do more. He has a year and a half to graduate which coincides with his time at the program, and even after he graduates N-T-N only takes on a few for new staffing. Anderson wants to continue this endeavor but with a public studio, for the youth only. IT’S
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A GREAT IDEA! Especially when there are DJing workshops around the country for kids, so why not give that same experience to young minds that want an early rap career? If that kid makes an awesome song about lunch time or even what they want to do after high school from work to what colleges, either way, I want to hear it. This whole effort, this whole mission is heavily motivated by Anderson’s own life and how many obstacles he’s had to endure. He’s doing this so they can have a proper outlet and better foundation of blueprint for their musical ventures. He wants, and is raising, money for the studio. I believe his dream and I encourage it to be duplicated, along with the heart that drives it. Anderson wants more shows to be charity associated, especially where patrons/ fans can track their donations to the causes and actually see change. He’s tired of seeing artists talk about all their money and how much they love their neighborhood/city, yet won’t build or donate some of that money for community centers or libraries. He realizes that this will be an uphill battle, but he’s seen the success of other local charity based shows set by his fellow NC State Cypher members, so he is not detoured. With the help of Anderson and many others like himself, we can all make a positive artistic influence on the community.
I’m trying to get them out of the lifestyle that influences so much of their negative situations that surround them.”
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Tips for the Starving Artist The struggle is real out there. We understand so here are some tips to help you out. You’re welcome! Use leftover cardboard boxes to cut up and use to frame or place your art work. Use old plates or even paper plates (depending on what kind of paint you are using) as a paint palette. You can usually keep reusing them for a long time.
If you need cheap art supplies, you can recycle plastic containers and/or old cups to hold water. Or you can use it to put your brushes in when you are cleaning.
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Parkour: Just Flipping Around? By Tree Herndon
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am sure you have seen them. They could be
parkour is the body’s personal form of art. How so?
anywhere. They frequent the park, fields, and
First, let us define what parkour actually is.
abandoned buildings. You might see them
jumping up onto walls, running, or balancing on rails.
Definition and Philosophy of Parkour
They are called traceurs and they are practicing the
art of parkour. Despite how physically challenging
SĂŠbastien Foucan in the late 70s in France, and has
you could imagine parkour to be, it is also mentally
spread all over the globe in just 40 years. Its origins
and emotionally challenging. Most importantly,
are rooted from military obstacle course training
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Parkour was invented by David Bell and
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and gymnastics. The main goal for the traceurs, are to perceive the fastest, most efficient way to get from point A to point B. Perception, of course, is subjective, so the traceur would use a variety of different techniques to achieve that goal. The eight basic techniques would be running, vaulting, jumping, swinging, proper landing, climbing, balancing, and wall running. Despite first glances and misconceptions, parkour is more than a group of bored, rebellious young adults acting out their troubles of youth. It is far more deeper! The philosophy of parkour is rooted in strong core values that are valuable to everyone of all ages to development and to lead a fulfilling life. It takes honesty with what you can achieve; humility to acknowledge your limitations, respect for your body, for others, and for the environment, and sacrifice and hard work to reach your goal. Jay James, a parkour instructor and ambassador for American Parkour, states that “Fear is the first obstacle, and fear is always there. First, you must overcome yourself and your mind, be patient with yourself, and then commit!” One could say that parkour is about acknowledging your obstacles in life, physical and mental, and overcoming them to create. Create what? Art. But how is Parkour considered art?
Why consider Parkour Art?
“Think of your body as a paintbrush, your emotions as the paint, and your environment as your canvas.”
Parkour wouldn’t be considered a sport,
but more of an art form. Why? Because in sports, you are competing with other people to win a prize. In parkour, it is not about winning, scoring points, or showing off to your friends. It is about
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developing and expressing yourself by using only your body and the abilities that are natural to you. James brings out a quote that sums up the concept perfectly. “Think of your body as a paintbrush, your emotions as the paint, and your environment as your canvas. Each move you do is making marks on your environment.” Just as a painter takes a piece of who they are to create fluid strokes on a canvas, in parkour, your mind and your body come together in one synonymous accord to create your own art. James brings out that the “different shapes you make with your body shows your creativity.” Traceurs come from many different backgrounds,
life but the lives of the people around them and perhaps the world.
We all have an innate feeling towards the
arts, and we use it as part of living, growing, and developing. So, instead of signing up for sketching 101 or that clay sculpting master class, why not enroll in a local parkour class and express yourself creatively with your body? Jay James teaches a parkour class at Superior Gymnastics in Morrisville, NC. If interested, call (919) 388-1632
from gymnasts to dancers, to martial artists. He goes on to say, “If you were to take the silhouettes of different traceurs, they would all look different. Their personalities and styles come out in their movements.” There is a sense of spirituality that comes with parkour as well. It would be normal to hear the common artist experience a sense of nirvana during and after creating a masterpiece. It’s the same with parkour. It’s like you become apart of the environment, and you are one with nature. And once you finish creating your masterpiece, “it is the happiest feeling in the world.” The Importance of Parkour
Parkour is so much more than a sport
or even entertainment. The mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual connection that traceurs feel as they paint the world with their movement would be considered art. The honest core values that they live by enhance not only their quality of
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“Each move you do is making marks on your environment.”
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The Poetry Block Our Featured Poem
The Monster Within Me By: Jewel Ausby Lowe I feel somewhat gloomy yet the sun may shine the world looks dreary and so does this life of mine. The walls were pink and now they are grey, with no one here to hold me or to wipe my tears away. I need that gentle touch so how can I get people to understand that I need a shoulder to cry on, not just a giving hand. And yet they shun me away and this does bring me pain to know that when I cry for help I only feel ashamed. It is said that tears should make you feel a lot better inside, Well the tears inside of me right now are ones to not take pride. They are building and building internally but I’ll put a smile upon my face Yet underneath it all it hurts inside to try to cover up that space. A space in which is full of pain and grief that should not be ignored because if it is then for sure apart my life will be torn So many pieces that shuns the thought of happiness and dares not crack a smile. Maybe that’s why I feel happy one moment and then sad in just a little while. It is eating me up inside and I hunger for someone who can rid me of my deepest fears. My fears of always having inside this huge monster built of tears.
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Spotlight Artist
SkyBlew: Painting the Sky Blue By Tanisha Harrelson
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ecently, InMind magazine had the privilege of interviewing a new up and coming hip-hop artist named SkyBlew. His music is enticing
and innovating with just the right mixture of hiphop beats and jazz infused together to produce insane sounds. The message conveyed in his songs has reached the hearts of the downhearted and continues to be inspirational. Who is this artist who seems to be on a mission to spread a positive message to the world? We wanted to know too. SkyBlew: The Artist Behind the Music
Growing up in difficult circumstances as a
child, Mario Farrow found comfort and an outlet in video games and music. Farrow’s stepfather really introduced the world of hip-hop to him when he
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played music from well known artists such as Tupac,
have substance and meaning. The melody in each
Nas, and A Tribe Called Quest. The most influential
song produces soothing vibes for one’s ears to enjoy.
hip-hop artist in his life was Common. While in school,
The goal behind the music is to promote equality and
Farrow was encouraged by his teachers to write more
spread love for everyone. His vision involves bringing
which fueled his desire to write songs. Because of
people together of all colors to listen to the music he
his circumstances growing up, he wanted to create
provides to those who share the same kind of need
music that inspired and uplifted people who may
for love and acceptance. Each song provides new
have found themselves in similar sad circumstances
meaning and understanding of not just the artist
growing up. “I’m just here for other people. I want
himself but also the kind of person we all are inside.
to be somebody who is there when they feel no one
When asked what the ultimate goal was SkyBlew
else is there because I care and not a lot of artist
reveals that his goal is to make a difference. “I don’t
care” mentions the artist. After high school and the
want people to say ‘he just made dope songs.’ I want
sad passing of his grandmother in 2008, whom he
them to hear my stuff and touch lives and say it made
has dedicated much of his music to, Mario Farrow
a difference” reveals the artist. His main thing is to
decided he wanted to do more with his music and
spread love and peace through his music. Love for
his life and soon became SkyBlew. “When I had my
music and peace is what motivates SkyBlew to pursue
epiphany and became Skyblew that’s when I was like
his music like he does and to give back to the people
I want to do uplifting stuff. I want to uplift people and
who helped him on his musical journey so far. If you
make them happy” said the young rising artist. Yet,
still want to learn more about SkyBlew, you should
becoming SkyBlew did not come easy. After years
pop in some headphones and listen to his music.
of perfecting his sound and using his own personal
Just like any artist, you can usually tell more about
experiences to drive his music, Farrow created several
the individual through their artwork. “I am kind of a
albums with his latest being Jazz for Autumn Kismet
mystery to a lot of people. I don’t say too much but I
that have become well known to those who explore
reveal a little bit each album” says SkyBlew.
and indulge in the underground music world. What is Next? The Music: So Much More
SkyBlew’s music is a beautiful combination
can expect more solo tours and new music. SkyBlew
of both hip-hop and jazz influences. Unlike most
is working on a big project that will reveal more about
mainstream hip-hop today, the songs that he creates
himself to his fans and have so much more meaning
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“I am kind of a mystery to a lot of people. I don’t say too much but I reveal a little bit each album”
than anything else that he has done before. These new ventures that will be more than music but will be thought provoking sounds and music videos that will captivate the minds of anyone who takes the moment to listen to this soulful and insightful artist. This will be the biggest project to show just how much SkyBlew has found his sound. We were able to get the preview
Check Out SkyBlew’s Music at http://skyblew1. bandcamp.com/
name of the album which will be Race for Your Life, SkyBlew. So as we anticipate for the next big project to drop, we highly recommend everyone to listen to this lyrical genius and his inspirational sounds. In the uplifting words of this artist lets all “paint the sky, blew.”
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