promote to a new audience?
re live the experience?
remember the experience?
inform about visual music/ performances?
Thursday, 30 September 2010
Wednesday, 29 September 2010
What is bad about the live show?
I want to come up with a list of opposing views to see if this will guide my project in a certain direction.
1. costs money
2. is not in your own environment
3. will never be able to re-experience a live show because Fever Ray project has finished
4. memories will fade
5. you will never be able to engage with the music in the same way at home
6. merchandise available to buy and keep does not reflect the live show
7. not able to buy live show to watch
Is there a way you could connect with music in the same way as a live show but at home, engage with it through interaction that enables you to share and relive your experience!?
1. costs money
2. is not in your own environment
3. will never be able to re-experience a live show because Fever Ray project has finished
4. memories will fade
5. you will never be able to engage with the music in the same way at home
6. merchandise available to buy and keep does not reflect the live show
7. not able to buy live show to watch
Is there a way you could connect with music in the same way as a live show but at home, engage with it through interaction that enables you to share and relive your experience!?
Tuesday, 28 September 2010
More good things... workshop exercise!
today we had an exercise where we had to write a list of 10 more things that we thought were good, these were..
time patterns-
i always seem to catch the clock 'digital ones' when its an interesting pattern like 01.23 or 11.11 22.22 etc.
mood lighting-
it can control your mood and create an ambient atomosphere
silohuettes, shadows-
i like looking at shapes and how they are warped
good manners-
they don't cost a thing
fancy dress-
is fun, let your hair down and you can be someone else for a day
good memories-
give you the best feelings
fresh sheets on your bed-
a crisp feeling, makes you feel rejuvinated
adrenaline rush-
a natural high, a burst of emotion
blue and pink cola bottles-
the fizzzzzz
sigur ros-
uplifting
then we swapped good things with other groups and had to write about how they could be bad things, we tried to make these amusing and think outside the box, here's a few below...
chicken-
look like dinosaurs with wings that can't fly
being better looking than your ex's new girlfriend-
face it your ex replaced you ..get over it
breasts-
not on guys mooobs
sleeping with one arm under the pillow-
don't you have anyone to put your arm around?
josh-
where do we start?this was a really interesting exercise and was really fun! it showed us how to further our research subjects...
Wednesday, 22 September 2010
Decisions
the feedback from my presentation was very positive and i had a strong reaction of the path in which to take. everyone agreed how passionate i was about fever ray and how interesting the subject is to explore.
looking back at my research, i am particuarly interested in 'the experience' what fever ray has created through her live performance and the connection with the audience. how it made us feel, our personal connections and experiences, how did she create this?
what i found so difficult about this subject is it is so difficult to explain through words, no one will understand unless they too have been there and experienced it for themselves.
things to look into:
experiences
emotions
live shows
merchandise
visual music
looking back at my research, i am particuarly interested in 'the experience' what fever ray has created through her live performance and the connection with the audience. how it made us feel, our personal connections and experiences, how did she create this?
what i found so difficult about this subject is it is so difficult to explain through words, no one will understand unless they too have been there and experienced it for themselves.
things to look into:
experiences
emotions
live shows
merchandise
visual music
Tuesday, 21 September 2010
Fashion Termonology
Couture -
Is generally used to describe the garments of high-end, more respected designers. I usually use it to describe more ready to wear garments than when I use the term Houte Couture. But sometimes fashion people use the two terms are interchangeably.
Houte Couture-
The French fraise for high fashion it is usually dresses that are tailor maid for one specific person. Many costumes are Houte couture and this style is usually un-realistic for day-to-day life. So it’s only for very special occasions.
Avant Garde:
Fashion that is also a piece of artwork, avant-garde fashion is experimental and modern. In history Avant Garde has also been used to describe artists who are the best in their fields.
Ready to wear:
It’s the clothing in your closet. Many designers have runway shows of ready to wear clothing but a lot of ready to wear clothing is redesigned specifically for a clothing store with inspiration from the more avant-garde fashion shows.
A look:
The whole outfit on a runway, a look is created by a stylist for a fashion show because many times a designer wont create all of the shoes and accessories for their show.
Garment:
A fancy fashion term for a piece of clothing, it just makes it sound more expensive and special than calling something a shirt.
Supermodel:
A model who has become so famous they become a household name. They are models who become celebrities as well.
Fashion Designer:
They are the initial creators of fashion through sketches. Smaller designers also market, and plan production for their own lines.
The New Look.. Dior
FASHION EXPLOSIONS
The work of every fashion dictator such as Christian Dior looks like a volcano, which eruptions resound not only through the years but also through decades and even centuries. Which are the strongest fashion explosions in Dior’s work? The pioneer role of the maestro, mentioned in each textbook for young designers and in fashion encyclopedias and dictionaries, is visible even in his first collection, which media extremely reasonable called “new look”. Tight bodices and skirts in shape of bell grab the attention of connoisseurs and consumers for a long time. After the poverty and misery during The World War II suddenly a creator appears and he offers women’s clothes, made of the most expensive fabrics in amazing volumes. It is said that more than 20 meters of fabric was needed to make only one of these dresses.
The work of every fashion dictator such as Christian Dior looks like a volcano, which eruptions resound not only through the years but also through decades and even centuries. Which are the strongest fashion explosions in Dior’s work? The pioneer role of the maestro, mentioned in each textbook for young designers and in fashion encyclopedias and dictionaries, is visible even in his first collection, which media extremely reasonable called “new look”. Tight bodices and skirts in shape of bell grab the attention of connoisseurs and consumers for a long time. After the poverty and misery during The World War II suddenly a creator appears and he offers women’s clothes, made of the most expensive fabrics in amazing volumes. It is said that more than 20 meters of fabric was needed to make only one of these dresses.
That’s how Dior himself remembers that time: “We emerged from a period of war, uniforms and women-soldiers who looked like boxers. I was creating women-flowers with flourishing breasts slim waists which looked like liana and skirts which looked like flowers”.
Central place in the exhibition was kept for the work of the creator of the new look, the genius Christian Dior. Visitors could see program patterns from his collection, shown for the first time in 12th February 1947 which scandalized society with their wastefulness – unusual luxury and a new, really revolutionary concept of fashion. The suggestion of this exhibition was that Christian Dior is the first fashion creator, who, after the World War II restores the high taste and sets the ultimate romanticism and new extravagancy. I really enjoyed not only the contemplation of the well known “new look” silhouette, but also of the gorgeous evening gown, worn by Marlene Dietrich in 1949, as well as other wonderful models, made by Coco Chanel, Cristobal Balenciaga, Elsa Schiaparelli and others.
1947 brought Dior's groundbreaking New Look collection. Christian Dior almost single handedly redefined the of-the-moment silhouette for women. Gone were boyish figures; women now craved hourglass looks, big bust and hips, with a tiny waist. Dieting became a hot trend, in order to fit into the dresses; overt feminimity became "in", and independence fell into the shadows.
Trips to the arts cafe
This meal was for my friends 21st birthday there was about 20 of us having the set menu, i had duck and oliver had seabass and my oh my... the duck was sensational!
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About the Art's Cafe
arts is Leeds’s original Café Bar. Opened in September 1994, really the first of its genre in Leeds.
Offering around 50 covers, Arts has built a reputation on offering exceptionally high quality and interesting cuisine in a relaxed and friendly environment, at affordable prices where you can always be assured of attentive and welcoming service. The atmosphere is complemented by regular 6-weekly exhibitions of artwork by local and regional artists on the walls.
Christmas Menu 2010
Starters
Ham hock & grain mustard terrine, root vegetable coleslaw & granary toast
Honey roast parsnip & apple soup with spicy parsnip crisps (V)
Crab, prawn & crayfish ‘cocktail’ with tomato, cucumber & apple
Chickpea falafel, mint raita with onion, chilli & apricot chutney (V)
Mains
Traditional roast turkey, sage & cranberry stuffing, chipolatas & duck fat roast potatoes
Roast butternut squash & sage risotto with blue cheese creme fraiche, confit garlic oil & crispy leeks (V)
Ale braised rib-eye steak, pearl onions, pancetta, thyme scented carrot puree & horseradish cobbler
Grilled sea bass fillet on buttered curly kale with a smoked haddock fish pie
Desserts
Orange & cinnamon posset with mulled berry compote
Classic Christmas pudding with brandy sauce
‘After eight’ mint chocolate brownie with blackberry coulis
Selection of cheeses with crackers & chutney
Lunch: £22.95 Dinner £24.95
Price includes coffee & homemade chocolates
Wine List
Whites
Champagne & Sparkling Wine
| Codorniu Clasico 1872 Brut, Cava Classic, dry & sparkling | £16.95 |
| Piper-Heidseck Brut, Champagne Young, lively fruit flavours | £32.50 |
| Piper-Heidseck Rose Sauvage Brut Champagne Ripe red fruit, crisp lively mousse | £50.00 |
| Bollinger Special Cuvee Brut, Champagne Full-bodied, rich & well flavoured | £55.00 |
A La Carte Menu
12 – 10pm Sun – Thurs & 12 – 10.30pm Friday & Saturday
Early bird menu is available Sun – Fri 12pm – 7pm
2 courses for £12.50, 3 courses for £15.00
• Indicates the dishes included
Awards
Art's Cafe winner of the Oliver Award 2010!
THE Oliver Awards are inspired by the Oliver restaurant reviews which appear weekly in the Yorkshire Evening Post. Now an institution in the region, they provide an invaluable gauge of the local dining scene. Our experienced panel of testers, who always remain anonymous, visit over 100 venues a year ranging from gastropubs to cafes, fine dining specialists to your favourite neighbourhood restaurant. Every Thursday in the Scene supplement, our aim is to provide an overview of the best places to eat and drink, taking into consideration our four main criteria: food, value, service and atmosphere. We strive to highlight the very best whilst never shrinking from criticising where criticism is due. As a result the Oliver reviews and the Oliver awards are now seen as the most credible and reliable indicator of quality.
Published Date: 19 August 2010
You'd have thought that, by now, this place would be flagging a bit. It's been 16 years since Arts first opened their doors, choosing corner of the city where most people came to pick up prostitutes, not coffee cups.
But the bright sparks behind Leeds's first bona fide cafe bar cottoned onto the fact that there was a huge gap in the market waiting to be filled by the burgeoning student/young professional contingent.
So the emphasis went on cappuccinos, good wines, snacks and inventive food. It was quite unlike anything else Loiners had ever seen before. They lapped it up.
Which is why Arts is flourishing today and maintains a loyal clientele. Other poor imitations, notably chains, have come and gone but these guys are still going strong.
We dropped in late afternoon for an early dinner, making the most of their great deal which offers two courses for £12.50 or three courses for £15. Just be aware of the fact that only some dishes are included
in the deal.
It does work out to be great value. My main of fresh linguini pasta tossed with roasted artichokes, asparagus & wild mushrooms in a light white wine and parmesan cream was £9.99 if bought on its own, so it was just another fiver for two more courses.
The dish was celestial, the artichokes and asparagus just right and not drowned out in the creamy sauce or a smothering of pasta. The balance of ingredients was well judged and the portion not too big or small.
My dining partner went for the pan roasted wild sea trout with pea, broad bean and brown shrimp linguini, dill & lemon creme fraiche at £10.95 (sadly this wasn't in the three course deal).
He wasn't quite so impressed with his dish insisting it wasn't exactly an orgy of taste, perhaps too subtle a combination for his liking and the lemon and dill didn't quite compensate for the comparatively neutral flavours of the fish.
However, we were both impressive by the pressed ham hock terrine with celeriac and apple coleslaw, piccalilli and toast.
It was all capped off with two delicious desserts: toffee apple sundae and an inventive rhubarb and strawberry crumble. Both great.
One word of warning with Arts is that if you aren't careful it can leave you with a surprisingly large tab. With a couple of soft drinks and two glasses of wine on top of our food bill the final tally came to over £48 with a tip.
Why? because my dining partner had chosen a dish not in the three-courses-for-£15 deal, which bumped up the price instantly, and the drinks alone came to almost £10. We also ordered a side of coleslaw (wonderful coleslaw, to be fair) which was £2.75.
It all tots up. But the food was terrific and the service, although a little patchy due to the fact there was just one woman serving the whole restaurant up to 6pm, was pretty good.
But the deal breaker is the ambience, which remains very cool, very chilled and very Leeds. Small wonder they're a perennial favourite.
Rating: 4/5
But the bright sparks behind Leeds's first bona fide cafe bar cottoned onto the fact that there was a huge gap in the market waiting to be filled by the burgeoning student/young professional contingent.
So the emphasis went on cappuccinos, good wines, snacks and inventive food. It was quite unlike anything else Loiners had ever seen before. They lapped it up.
Which is why Arts is flourishing today and maintains a loyal clientele. Other poor imitations, notably chains, have come and gone but these guys are still going strong.
We dropped in late afternoon for an early dinner, making the most of their great deal which offers two courses for £12.50 or three courses for £15. Just be aware of the fact that only some dishes are included
in the deal.
It does work out to be great value. My main of fresh linguini pasta tossed with roasted artichokes, asparagus & wild mushrooms in a light white wine and parmesan cream was £9.99 if bought on its own, so it was just another fiver for two more courses.
The dish was celestial, the artichokes and asparagus just right and not drowned out in the creamy sauce or a smothering of pasta. The balance of ingredients was well judged and the portion not too big or small.
My dining partner went for the pan roasted wild sea trout with pea, broad bean and brown shrimp linguini, dill & lemon creme fraiche at £10.95 (sadly this wasn't in the three course deal).
He wasn't quite so impressed with his dish insisting it wasn't exactly an orgy of taste, perhaps too subtle a combination for his liking and the lemon and dill didn't quite compensate for the comparatively neutral flavours of the fish.
However, we were both impressive by the pressed ham hock terrine with celeriac and apple coleslaw, piccalilli and toast.
It was all capped off with two delicious desserts: toffee apple sundae and an inventive rhubarb and strawberry crumble. Both great.
One word of warning with Arts is that if you aren't careful it can leave you with a surprisingly large tab. With a couple of soft drinks and two glasses of wine on top of our food bill the final tally came to over £48 with a tip.
Why? because my dining partner had chosen a dish not in the three-courses-for-£15 deal, which bumped up the price instantly, and the drinks alone came to almost £10. We also ordered a side of coleslaw (wonderful coleslaw, to be fair) which was £2.75.
It all tots up. But the food was terrific and the service, although a little patchy due to the fact there was just one woman serving the whole restaurant up to 6pm, was pretty good.
But the deal breaker is the ambience, which remains very cool, very chilled and very Leeds. Small wonder they're a perennial favourite.
Rating: 4/5
Recipes from the Chef!
beef stifado
Brownie
Fold the chocolate and butter mixture into the sugar, egg and flour along with the rest of the ingredients. Pour the mixture into a lined baking tray and bake at 160°C (gas mark 4) for 35 – 40 mins. Allow to cool and then portion into slices and serve warm or cold.
Iced raspberry parfait
Serves 4-6
- 1 k diced beef (shin or braising steak)
- 8 tomatoes
- 1 medium red chilli
- 2 large red onions
- 1 handfull of fresh basil (picked)
- 1 handfull fresh parsley (picked)
- 1 handfull fresh mint (picked)
- 2 red peppers
- 1 bottle of red wine
- 1 bulb of garlic (peeled & crushed)
- 1 ltr of beef stock
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Fry the beef with the sliced onions, garlic & dried spices in a little oil until well browned. Add the red wine & stock. Simmer for 2 hours uncovered. When the meat is tender & the stock has reduced by 2/3rds, add the finely sliced chilli, rough chopped tomato, red pepper & shredded herbs. Simmer for a further 30mins to thicken. Season well & simply serve with warm crcrusty bread.
chocolate fudge brownie with iced raspberry parfait
- 12oz of cooking chocolate (dark)
- 6oz unsaltted butter
- 6 beaten eggs
- 18oz of brown sugar
- 9oz of plain flour
- 6oz of milk chocolate chips
- 6oz of white chocolate chips
- pinch of baking powder
Fold the chocolate and butter mixture into the sugar, egg and flour along with the rest of the ingredients. Pour the mixture into a lined baking tray and bake at 160°C (gas mark 4) for 35 – 40 mins. Allow to cool and then portion into slices and serve warm or cold.
Iced raspberry parfait
- 4 egg yolks
- 65g caster sugar
- 250ml whipped cream
- 250ml raspberries (pureed in food processor)
Food Reviews
restaurant-guide.com
The ViewLeeds Review
Review byTacita Vero'29/07/2008
Some art on the wall and an interesting menu are the distinctive features of Arts Cafe Bar. During the afternoon it's the ideal place for a meditative tea and slice of cake.
The Venue
Arts Cafe Bar keeps things simple. There are basic wooden tables and chairs and the room is bright and airy void of decorations besides the art on the walls. Everything is neutral to focus the attention on the painting which is exhibited regularly and this cafe doubles as an art gallery.The windows have blinds to separate the venue from the busy street and most of the diners tend to retreat to the back of the room on the split level.
The Venue
Arts Cafe Bar keeps things simple. There are basic wooden tables and chairs and the room is bright and airy void of decorations besides the art on the walls. Everything is neutral to focus the attention on the painting which is exhibited regularly and this cafe doubles as an art gallery.The windows have blinds to separate the venue from the busy street and most of the diners tend to retreat to the back of the room on the split level.
The People
Arts Cafe Bar aims to attract not only the arty types but also provide a relaxed, quiet alternative to the loud music and cocktails you can get virtually anywhere else on Call Lane. However, what they didn't take into consideration that as they're on Call Lane anybody is going to walk in for food and drinks. It is not a bad thing actually and those who prefer Arts Cafe Bar over the other places are usually a more mature crowd not interested in getting drunk on beer or Champagne but rather wanting to taste the night in full. The atmosphere is relaxed and pleasant throughout the whole day.
Arts Cafe Bar aims to attract not only the arty types but also provide a relaxed, quiet alternative to the loud music and cocktails you can get virtually anywhere else on Call Lane. However, what they didn't take into consideration that as they're on Call Lane anybody is going to walk in for food and drinks. It is not a bad thing actually and those who prefer Arts Cafe Bar over the other places are usually a more mature crowd not interested in getting drunk on beer or Champagne but rather wanting to taste the night in full. The atmosphere is relaxed and pleasant throughout the whole day.
The Food
The menu is one of the good points of Arts Cafe Bar. They serve lunch until 6pm and an a la carte menu until 10pm. For a bite at lunchtime you can choose between a lunch plate (£5.50 to £6.50) with a choice of fish, vegetarian, Mediterranean and Yorkshire. Or you can get a sandwich (£4.50 to £5) with either focaccia or granary bread and fillings like crayfish or pan fried halloumi, salads and a few dishes (£5.50 to £7). For dinner you can order a three course meal but don't expect a long menu since they only have a handful of options for each course. The starters (£4 to £6) include confit of duck, satay spring rolls with vegetable, cashew nut and coriander salad with mango and spring onion dressing, tuna nicoise, salad of Yorkshire asparagus and feta cheese and a few others. Within the mains (£10.50 to £14) you can pick from sustainable sourced beer battered haddock, pan fried fillet of sea bass, pot au-feu summer vegetables served with yellow pepper dressing and a couple of others. A few desserts (£4.50) complete the list. Arts Cafe Bar is definitely putting some efforts in sourcing locally and from ethical sources and the food made with these ingredients is tasty and nicely presented but quite pricey.
The menu is one of the good points of Arts Cafe Bar. They serve lunch until 6pm and an a la carte menu until 10pm. For a bite at lunchtime you can choose between a lunch plate (£5.50 to £6.50) with a choice of fish, vegetarian, Mediterranean and Yorkshire. Or you can get a sandwich (£4.50 to £5) with either focaccia or granary bread and fillings like crayfish or pan fried halloumi, salads and a few dishes (£5.50 to £7). For dinner you can order a three course meal but don't expect a long menu since they only have a handful of options for each course. The starters (£4 to £6) include confit of duck, satay spring rolls with vegetable, cashew nut and coriander salad with mango and spring onion dressing, tuna nicoise, salad of Yorkshire asparagus and feta cheese and a few others. Within the mains (£10.50 to £14) you can pick from sustainable sourced beer battered haddock, pan fried fillet of sea bass, pot au-feu summer vegetables served with yellow pepper dressing and a couple of others. A few desserts (£4.50) complete the list. Arts Cafe Bar is definitely putting some efforts in sourcing locally and from ethical sources and the food made with these ingredients is tasty and nicely presented but quite pricey.
The Drink
They serve spirits and beers including Vedette, Liefmans, Duvel, Erdinger and Moretti (£2.90 to £3.20) but Arts Cafe Bar is much stronger on wines. They serve ten whites, twelve reds and two rose all grouped by fruitiness and body. Many wines are single grape varieties but there are a few blends. They also import from classic new and old world countries typically producing wine.The bottles are cheap with most of them in the £12.50 to £15 range with peaks at £20. Not many glasses are available and they are priced at £3 to £3.50 and £4 to £4.60. The more interesting part is still to come though. Arts Cafe Bar sticks to its principles offering seven bottles which are both organic and fair trade. These are Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Chardonnay, Chardonnay-Sauvignon, Shiraz-Carignane and others. Prices are surprisingly the same as the regular whites and reds and the cheapest bottle is only £13. They are all priced below £15 except for one which is £20. A good selection of sparkling wines and Champagne (£15 to £45 with one bottle at £95) complete the list.
They serve spirits and beers including Vedette, Liefmans, Duvel, Erdinger and Moretti (£2.90 to £3.20) but Arts Cafe Bar is much stronger on wines. They serve ten whites, twelve reds and two rose all grouped by fruitiness and body. Many wines are single grape varieties but there are a few blends. They also import from classic new and old world countries typically producing wine.The bottles are cheap with most of them in the £12.50 to £15 range with peaks at £20. Not many glasses are available and they are priced at £3 to £3.50 and £4 to £4.60. The more interesting part is still to come though. Arts Cafe Bar sticks to its principles offering seven bottles which are both organic and fair trade. These are Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Chardonnay, Chardonnay-Sauvignon, Shiraz-Carignane and others. Prices are surprisingly the same as the regular whites and reds and the cheapest bottle is only £13. They are all priced below £15 except for one which is £20. A good selection of sparkling wines and Champagne (£15 to £45 with one bottle at £95) complete the list.
The Last Word
Arts Cafe Bar is a nice place to go for food, a drink or just to sip a latte looking at some contemporary art. It is not exciting or unforgettable but it provides the ideal alternative to other Call Lane venues when you feel like being alone for a while.
Arts Cafe Bar is a nice place to go for food, a drink or just to sip a latte looking at some contemporary art. It is not exciting or unforgettable but it provides the ideal alternative to other Call Lane venues when you feel like being alone for a while.
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