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Summary
Cedric Fonja, a 3D artist and music composer, shares his diverse artistic journey, self-taught musical skills, and passion for music and instruments. He discusses his son’s musical talent and the challenges of balancing school and music. The conversation also delves into the history of musical instruments and the significance of music in their lives. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including homeschooling, music preferences, sound design, DNA profiling, creative process, and the symbolism of trees. The discussion delves into the spiritual and cultural significance of trees, the creative process behind 3D artwork, and the influence of Indian culture on the speaker’s life and art. The conversation also touches on the use of dreadlocks and the importance of collaboration in art and music. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including art studies, NFTs, 3D technology, and the future of technology and humanity. The guest shares insights on art history, color theory, NFT culture, and the challenges and opportunities of NFT technology. The conversation also delves into the creative process of 3D art and the impact of NFTs on social media addiction. The guest expresses concerns about the future and the impact of technology on society.In this episode of Rocklaz Radio, Tanmay Shah and Laura Grinbarga discuss books and podcasts they have read and listened to. They share their favorite podcasts, such as Akimbo and Freakonomics, and talk about the benefits of reading digitally and listening to audiobooks. They recommend books like The Artist’s Way, Big Magic, and The War of Art for creative inspiration. They also discuss the importance of finding the right time to read and making notes while reading. The conversation touches on spirituality in art and the impact of books like The Alchemist and Siddhartha. They also mention books on negotiation and personal development, such as Think and Grow Rich and The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. The conversation covered a wide range of topics, including book recommendations, favorite genres, and spiritual and philosophical discussions. Some of the recommended books include ‘Atomic Habits’ by James Clear, ‘The Warrior’s Apprentice’ by Lois McMaster Bujold, ‘The Silver Metal Lover’ by Tanith Lee, ‘Mahabharata’ and ‘Bhagavad Gita’ by Shri Shri Ravishankar, and ‘Business Sutras’ by Devdutt Patnayak. The conversation also touched on the importance of finding balance and substance in the content we consume.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Cedric Fonja: A Multi-Talented Artist
02:27 Cedric’s Artistic Journey and Passion for Music
16:33 The Freedom of Musical Expression
41:30 Exploring Homeschooling and Academic Pressure
42:26 Passion for Contemporary Classic Orchestral Music
45:12 The Love for Music and the Era of CDs
47:09 The Role of Sound Design in Animation and Artwork
01:18:31 The Symbolism and Significance of Trees
01:20:22 Exploring Art Studies and NFT Culture
01:37:22 The Creative Process of 3D Art and NFTs
01:50:39 Challenges and Opportunities of NFT Technology
01:50:39 Concerns About the Future of Technology and Humanity
Takeaways
• Cedric Fonja’s diverse artistic journey spans various fields of art, including photography, theater, music composition, and 3D art.
• Cedric’s self-taught musical skills and passion for music are evident in his exploration of different instruments and musical styles.
• The significance of music in Cedric’s life is reflected in his son’s musical talent and the challenges of balancing school and music.
• The conversation also highlights the history of musical instruments, including the oldest flute found, and the importance of allowing children to pursue their own interests and talents. The spiritual and cultural significance of trees in Indian culture and the difference in the relationship with trees between India and Europe.
• The creative process behind 3D artwork and the influence of Indian culture on the speaker’s life and art.
• The use of dreadlocks and the importance of collaboration in art and music. Art history and color theory play a significant role in the study of art and NFT creation.
• NFTs provide opportunities for artists to showcase their work to a wider audience and generate income.
• The creative process of 3D art involves curiosity, exploration, and personal research.
• NFTs have an impact on social media addiction and require self-control and moderation.
• The future of technology and NFTs raises concerns about the impact on society and the environment.
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