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When we undertake artistic projects,we often engage in introspective processes.
Here, you can find some thoughts about what we reflect on.
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Why I Juggle with Ambient Music Stay In Focus
Juggling invites a state of focus where patterns can unfold naturally. Finding the right conditions to sustain that focus is part of the practice itself. For me, ambient music plays a quiet but essential role. It doesn’t dominate the session or demand attention. Instead, it complements the process, aligning with the ebb and flow of…
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What is a diabolo Dive into the Specifics
The diabolo, often erroneously spelled as “diablo,” is a circus & juggling prop reminiscent of the Chinese yo-yo. Its structure includes an axle connected to two hourglass-shaped cups, with hubs in the middle, secured by a bolt with washers at each end. Certain models, like Sundia, may incorporate extra components such as rings on the…
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Artistic Fairs and the Spam Epidemic The Deluge of Unwanted Emails
In recent years I have been attending a number of art fairs, these come with a spam problem. You attend one, and suddenly your inbox becomes a dumping ground for unsolicited emails. Let’s dive into this annoying trend where artists and promoters spam you regardless of whether their offers match your interests. Artistic Fairs: A…
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From Vertax to Horizontal Diabolo The XYZ Terminology
Let’s delve into diabolo terminology and tackle a term that’s piqued the curiosity of many: ‘Vertax’ or ‘Vertical Axis Diabolo,’ also known as ‘Excalibur.’ Over the years, it’s been characterized as a style in which the diabolo is ‘turned vertically’ and consistently spun in an upright position. However, I suggest a shift in perspective that…
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Diabolo Bearing A Distinctive Spin, Yet Truly a Diabolo?
I’ve spent a lot of time exploring diabolo, focusing on the details that make it such an engaging practice. Bearing diabolos bring something new, with longer spins and smoother movements. But after testing them, I keep coming back to one question: are they still diabolos? Let me explain why. The Mechanics Behind Bearings At its…
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Diàbolo, un llenç per a l’expressió Tracing present forms
Quan treballo amb el diàbolo apareixen línies que es desfan en l’instant mateix de produir-se. Són traces breus, pinzellades suspeses en l’aire que, malgrat la fugacitat, construeixen una presència sostinguda i alimenten una memòria corporal que opera més enllà de la mirada. La repetició hi afegeix matèria sensible: sedimenta sense registre visual i continua creixent.…
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Comparant els diàbolos sundia evo A personal and in-depth opinion
Seleccionar el diàbolo perfecte pot ser complicat, especialment amb tantes opcions disponibles. Avui m’agradaria centrar-me en el Sundia Evo. Fa almenys 10 anys que utilitzo Sundia, i comparar diàbolos m’ha ajudat a entendre què m’agrada quan faig malabars. Sempre hi dedico temps, així que he pensat que podria ser útil per a algú si escric…
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Are institutions overprogramming? Who bears the cost?
On several occasions, I’ve come across proposals that come with a warning: the budget is insufficient, we can’t cover the full fee, we’ll need to tighten our belts. And every time I wonder: do those hiring me really understand what it means to make a living from art? Do they know the reality of our…
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After Circus School A Western that fills the void
After my experience in circus school, I decided to embark on a creative adventure that would break with conventions. That moved me to compose 326 MORMURs, an author’s circus show, featuring a duel between the last man on Earth and a cactus. The choice of a Western theme was not a coincidence but a conscious…
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Juggling Backpacks How I organize my props
Carrying juggling gear on your back is just part of the deal if you juggle, and since I started practising I’ve spent a lot of time moving through the world that way: sports halls, shows, training sessions at skateparks and squares. Over time I’ve refined how I organise everything until landing on a setup that…
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Juggling in Public Spaces Exploring the Pros and Cons
If you’re a juggler, then you know the thrill of seeking out new and exciting training grounds. And what better place to practice than in the great outdoors? As someone who loves juggling in public spaces, I can attest to the energy and excitement that comes from practicing in the open air. Of course, there…
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5 month with the Sundia EVO G2 Orange Diabolo A Juggler’s Perspective
Discover my experience with the Sundia EVO G2 Orange diabolo, a lighter and less flexible option that improved my precision and control. Ideal for long training sessions, but I’ll stick to my trusty white diabolos in windy conditions. Check out photos of the bright orange diabolo in action at Túnel, Porto.
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How many diabolo battles could have been avoided? Do not fight
The world of art often flirts with competition—whether it’s dance-offs, painting contests, or talent shows. Recently, even the diabolo community has seen a rise in battles where jugglers face off to outdo each other. But is this the right approach for an art form rooted in individual expression and creativity? In this article, we’ll explore…
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Contemporary Circus Just call it circus
Over the years, circus has been evolving, and with it the way we refer to it. Today it’s common to use the term contemporary circus to talk about proposals that move away from the traditional format, opening up new spaces for practice, language, and presentation. This label, however, dates back to the 1970s, when a…
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5 music albums that I like to juggle with
Music possesses the ability to elevate and motivate people, and with the advancement of digital platforms like Bandcamp, discovering new artists and albums has become easy. This article presents 5 Bandcamp albums that not only provide a pleasant listening experience but also make for perfect juggling music, given that music and juggling are closely linked.…
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Why we stop using passing as a juggling term Share your props
Some years ago we did Dame du Cirque, a diabolo sharing show. In the begging we call use as tagline a diabolo passing show, but while we where researching all the material for the show we realize that most of the work that we did was about sharing diabolos instead of passing. Maybe you don’t…
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A rhythm that sustains you Music to train 3 diabolos
I listen to music whenever I can, and over the years I’ve realised that, for training, it can be a key factor. With time, I’ve ended up building a whole set of playlists and music for different situations. As you can imagine, many of them are specific to juggling; in this case, we’re talking about…
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Post-Circo Textura, Movimento e Atmosfera
Reflecting on the post-circus genre, this essay explores an experimental circus form that pushes the boundaries of traditional performances. With a focus on texture, movement, and atmosphere, post-circus removes the superhero mood inherent in traditional circus and places the artist’s actions as the motor of the performance. Join the conversation and learn more about this…
