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When was the last time you looked at a stranger and said hello? For many of us, that’s hard to do. Imagine if you COULD bravely say hello, if you then swapped stories and were influenced by one another. Imagine, just for a moment, what ripple effect that would have. Hunter Franks, San Francisco-based artist transforming public space into places of conversation and connection, shares his experience and advice on taking the road less traveled and making your introduction to the next face you see.
Hunter’s journey’s about creating art that intervenes in the social and physical landscape of our urban environments. His participatory installations in public space break down barriers and help us reimagine our relationships with each other, our neighborhoods, and our cities. Projects include a 500-person dinner on a freeway, a storytelling exchange to connect disparate neighborhoods, a public display of first love stories and more. In 2011 he walked from Los Angeles to New Mexico — an experience that continues to fuel his desire to tell the stories of underrepresented people and places.
The inspiration you need to be a contributor in your community and build a greater sense of connection with the world starts NOW!
Key Takeaways:
Your need to champion. Whether it’s in your social feed or a story your friend’s telling you – there’s a cause that’s close to your heart. It’s something that brings you joy in learning more about or makes your heart ache in sympathy. Before you jump in and get involved, know THIS… [7:52].
Your world of pure imagination. Look at the world around you – how does it sound, look, and feel like to you? What would you change about it? Through Hunter’s latest project, he’s discovered that there’s ONE commonality we all share and it just might surprise you…[12:45].
Your guide to getting started. It can be as simple as wanting a hello from your neighbor or a bike lane implemented on your street - you want something to change and you’re tired of waiting for it to happen. But how do you start? The three pieces of advice you NEED to get moving…[23:08].
Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. That’s how we Live Lead and Play!
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By Luke IorioWhen was the last time you looked at a stranger and said hello? For many of us, that’s hard to do. Imagine if you COULD bravely say hello, if you then swapped stories and were influenced by one another. Imagine, just for a moment, what ripple effect that would have. Hunter Franks, San Francisco-based artist transforming public space into places of conversation and connection, shares his experience and advice on taking the road less traveled and making your introduction to the next face you see.
Hunter’s journey’s about creating art that intervenes in the social and physical landscape of our urban environments. His participatory installations in public space break down barriers and help us reimagine our relationships with each other, our neighborhoods, and our cities. Projects include a 500-person dinner on a freeway, a storytelling exchange to connect disparate neighborhoods, a public display of first love stories and more. In 2011 he walked from Los Angeles to New Mexico — an experience that continues to fuel his desire to tell the stories of underrepresented people and places.
The inspiration you need to be a contributor in your community and build a greater sense of connection with the world starts NOW!
Key Takeaways:
Your need to champion. Whether it’s in your social feed or a story your friend’s telling you – there’s a cause that’s close to your heart. It’s something that brings you joy in learning more about or makes your heart ache in sympathy. Before you jump in and get involved, know THIS… [7:52].
Your world of pure imagination. Look at the world around you – how does it sound, look, and feel like to you? What would you change about it? Through Hunter’s latest project, he’s discovered that there’s ONE commonality we all share and it just might surprise you…[12:45].
Your guide to getting started. It can be as simple as wanting a hello from your neighbor or a bike lane implemented on your street - you want something to change and you’re tired of waiting for it to happen. But how do you start? The three pieces of advice you NEED to get moving…[23:08].
Tune in and turn the volume up for a dose of inspiration and life lessons. That’s how we Live Lead and Play!