Fearless Love in the Context of Art-Making

Explore the intersection of love, art, and community in this 16-minute TEDx talk by Aiden Kocian at St. Olaf College. Delve into the challenges of fostering love in an increasingly complex and divisive society, and discover how lessons from artistic communities can be applied to navigate our global interconnectedness. Learn about a proposed framework for cultivating love within the arts industry that can be extended to broader social contexts. Gain insights from Kocian's experiences as a music composition student and his involvement in various musical ensembles. Reflect on the transformative power of love and its role in the creative process, drawing inspiration from diverse influences including Anne Lamott and Carly Rae Jepsen. Consider how this intentionally incomplete framework can be used to nurture a culture of love in artistic spaces and beyond.