Mr. Yams and moi being all nerdy and shit
Desperados!
Ah I am so hyper right now. I just came back from Instameet Vancouver and totally had a blast. For those who don’t know what this whole Instameet thing is, here’s the scoop: it’s a bunch of Instagram users getting together for a photo walk in their city – it happens everywhere around the world and you get to hang out and share your best geek tips. Sounds nerdy? It is! And it’s freaking fun.
The reason why I am mentioning this on the blog today – and not the usual boombastic art – is because I think these type of city events are a GREAT way to connect with other creative minds. That’s the beauty of social media – you use your online profiles to meet with people in real life.
Let’s not forget that inspiration not only comes from pretty pictures and blogs – inspiration comes from people, friends, family and relationships. Nothing will boost your creativity more than having an arty possy where you can share your ideas.
Take advantage of little gatherings in your city and never miss a chance to say “Hello!” to a friendly stranger. You might not end up being BFF’s but you’ll surely refresh your social skills.
So, that being said – I’m now going to share with you some awesome shots taken from the Vancouver Instameet. To see the rest of the images, click here. Thanks so much to Mr. Mario for organizing the event. Oh! If you want to be buddies, add me up yo! @ArtfulDesperado
PS – Tomorrow we’re back to the regular artful posts where I’ll be sharing some fantastic photos of floating objects. Yep.
photo credit: Douglas @dtsyvr
photo credit: Maurice Li @Maurice
photo credit: Maurice Li @Maurice
photo credit: Corinna Chan @Corinna_Chan
image credit: Gabriel @artfuldesperado
photo credit: Mario Arturo Castanon @mackanno
image credit: Tina Albrecht @bittadesign
Resources: I used INK361 to view all instagram pictures on the web. It’s quite useful!
Robby Cowell says
Awesome, looks like you guys got a load of great shots. It’s amazing that we can take pictures like that on our phones now.
The Artful Desperado says
Hi Robby! Yes, it’s incredible how fast technology is growing. I still remember playing the “snake” game on my old Nokia phone and now we can even take HD video! So crazy. Thanks for popping by :)
chocoaeggie says
oh nice!! I wish i was there at #instameet too!!
didnt’ know u’re so involved with the Van IG community hehe~
i went to a Singapore instameet back in Sept when i was home visiting; it was super fun! haven’t been to a Van one yet though! next time~!! ^-^
The Artful Desperado says
Hey Danielle, yah actually this was my 1st instameet and it was pretty fun! I’d love to try to go to other international ones, that’d be pretty fun, and yes come to the next one! We’ll instameet together :)
Margot says
I wish I’d known you when I was in Van last summer, one of my favorite places in the whole wide world! An instameet there would be so amazing!
The Artful Desperado says
That would’ve been indeed amazing! Hey we can always plan one when you visit, right? :)
Colleen / Inspired to Share says
Such a cool concept – sounds like a blast!!!
The Artful Desperado says
It is! You should join the wave ;)