Art Freaks in Lisbon
On my way to Boom Festival, where i would be moderating a discussion panel on Visionary Art, i spent a few days in Lisbon. I happened to meet up with my friends Lynx and Andrei Heyoka, musicians performing at the…
How I Became Featured in a Portuguese Salon Blog
Sometimes when going for a dramatic change in style, it’s best to leave things in the hands of the experts, even if it means you don’t necessarily know what you’re going to get. This is especially true when visiting a…
Video: Boom Festival 2008 Visionary Art Culture Creators Discussion Panel
In 2008, I participated in a panel discussion at Portugal’s bi-annual Boom Festival on the topic of Visionary Art Culture Creators, with Android Jones, Carey Thompson, Luke Brown, Leo Plaw, Laurence Caruana, and several others who joined us unscheduled, including Erik Davis and Sylvia…
Quinta da Regaleira, Sintra, Portugal
Quinta da Regaleira, just outside Lisbon, Portugal, is one of the weirdest, most enchanting places i’ve ever been. At first glance, anyone can appreciate the manicured gardens and intricately detailed architectural features. Looking more closely, a curious observer can delve into…
Boom Liminal Village Crew field trip to Monsanto, Portugal
After an exhausting time building, hosting, and breaking down the Liminal Village at Boom Festival, the crew decided to take a little field trip to the tiny village of Monsanto, located nearby on a picturesque hilltop overlooking the festival site. We strolled together…
Pastel de Nata and Quiet Moments in Lisbon
If you are in Lisbon, you must try the Pastel de Nata. Ideally, you should acquire it fresh from the original bakery in Belem. It’s worth the small effort it takes to find the place.