Social Media + The Arts = A perfect fit. This topic could easily be a book. The ability for me to cover it in one blog post or even a series of blog posts is not really possible. Ok, so I tipped my hand here. Yup, I’m writing an e-book on integrating social media with the arts and creative endeavors. In fact, I have 90% of it done, but I am having a hard time wrapping up all of my thoughts and tying it all together. It will be done soon. That is a promise.

Sharing is Key, Sharing is fun.

How much fun s it to get involved in communities like twitter? I say it’s a hoot! For artists, twitter is a great place to share your creative process, but that not my point. Tonight, I asked some folks on twitter why they followed me and what do you know! I found a new friend. her name is Sarah and she can be found on twitter @NmymindCarolina She told me that she followed me because I am passionate about new media and the arts. She asked if any of my live presentations were on my blog:

I realized that this blog did not have any of the video embeds of any of my live speaking sessions. maybe it’s a bit of self-conscious (I hate hearing myself speak) but I decided this blog post would be a custom post for Sarah.

Session #1 – Podcamp Boston 3 at Harvard

Biggest Takeaway – Be Passionate and be Human!

Session #2 – Podcamp Toronto 3 at Ryerson University. (This session was done with Steve Saylor and Julianna Yau)

Biggest Takeaway – Be Passionate and be Human!

More Coming

If you spent the time to watch all of these videos, I applaud you and pity you. hahaha
There will be more coming on social media and the arts integration. Do you have any questions for me? Anything that I can cover? Let me know. It just might make the e-book.

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If you don’t have a chance to listen to the podcast before this evening I am going to be leading the charge on twitter to help support Tim. I am going to be gathering a bunch of friends and folks in the twitter community to live blog Tim’s Chuck appearance as one of the bad ass Fulcrum Agents! We will be meeting on twitter and using hashtag #ChuckTV. Be sure to tell your friends and lets show our support for Tim.

Enjoy the episode! I know I had fun chatting with another brilliant creative mind. Tomorrow, I will embed this post with the new episode of Chuck from Hulu.

Creatives & Community Podcast #2 – Tim Coyne Interview
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Links to Note:
Tim featured in iProng Magazine (PDF Download of the Magazine)

Thank you to John Meadows for the audio work on Podcast #2.

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#1 – There is no such thing as a clique

Approach Podcamp or any other networking event with an open mind. If you have gone with friends, thats great but remember you can talk with your friends any time! In order to change anything in life you must break out of your comfort zone. Once you approach a few people you’ll realize that most of us are there for a common reason and discussion comes easy.

#2 – Read and Listen

Podcamp Toronto as well as most podcamps have a wiki page. This is a page that can be edited by anyone with the password.(Usually Public) I suggest that you read over the sessions and decide which ones you would like to attend. Then Read over the list of attendees and check out some of their work. Make a list of “Must Meet” people and be sure to meet them! Finally, Listen to some podcasts. Many of the attendees will have a podcast. There is no better way to break the ice than to talk to a media creator about their media.

#3 Come with an Agenda to Learn

Are the session leaders covering what you would like to learn? Are you having difficulties in a certain areas that you are not seeing covered? I’ll be harsh here and say, “If you leave without the information you need – It’s your fault!” I don’t mean this to sound rude, but if you have a topic you need covered there are a few ways you can do this. (a) Talk to people in the halls and get recommendations on who might have knowledge in that area (b) Ask an event organizer if they can help you find a person, group or session that will meet your needs. (c) Go to the Wiki Page and post that you are looking for some information. Set up a time to talk about it and I guarantee people will come to listen and teach.

#4 Make & Share

During the event be sure to take pictures, capture some video, record some audio; whatever form of media you prefer. When the event is over or even during the event, share the content with others. Spread the knowledge and network with those that you have met. Sharing online forms a conduit for further communications. I can’t tell you how many people take photos, video and audio that never get uploaded or shared. If there was a room for Podcamp material that never made it to the net it would be the size of a couple of football fields.

#5 Be Prepared

When someone asks you for a business card, be sure to have something. The more creative the better Never eat lunch alone!

#6 Be a Resource

Everyone brings talent, experiences, and ideas to an event. Be a resource and share your passion with others. To be human, and to share is to be successful in any online or offline networking.

#7 Connect Ahead

Don’t be afraid to ping anyone that you ant to meet ahead of the event. Send an email or a message on twitter. One thing that I have learned is that online discussions carry right over to offline discussions. I have met people offline that I connected with for years online and there was never that awkward moment. It’s just like stepping into an existing conversation.

#8 Volunteer

This one speaks for itself. It takes a lot of manpower to run a large event. Volunteers are always needed. There is no better way to break the ice and meet new people than by volunteering.

Speaking Sessions I am involved with:

The Social Media Funnel – I will be discussing my approach to social media, communications, and community building with visual props and sharing my passion! (Sunday : Room 229 10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.)

Artists & Creatives – Discussion led by Keith Burtis, Julianna Yau, and Steve Saylor. Exploring the ties between Social media, The Arts & Creativity. (Saturday: Room359A 11:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.)

Taking Control of Success – John Meadows, Scarborough Dude, Keith Burtis and Katherine Matthews (Sunday: Room 201 11:45am-12:15PM)

If you are attending Podcamp Toronto please make sure we connect! Leave me a comment here and I will make 100% sure we meet. Here is a list of the great organizers of Podcamp Toronto:

Connie Crosby
Dave Fleet
Eden Spodek
Jay Moonah
Rob Lee
Sean McGaughey
Tommy Vallier

Picture by Wayne McPhail

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Speaking at Niagara on the Lake Meetup

For the past two years I have been immersed in the interactive web space some of us call web 2.0. I have learned a lot of things and made many great friends. I have spoken on technology for arts organizations and brought my knowledge to Podcamps. This blog hopes to be an extension of my community and anyone that is looking to use new media tools as a way to help extend their reach. This can be for personal, for business or whatever reason you give yourself.

I invite you to feel free and open to discuss anything that you are passionate about! If your looking for a forum to blog I will gladly bring on the occasional guest post. Mainly, however this blog will revolve around the things I am passionate about! I hope you decide to subscribe, and join me in what hopes to be a journal of passion, success, and sharing.

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