Editors’s ote
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The Mind Creative
As the world changes,
emerging technologies have
an increasing impact on
every aspect of our lives
and that includes creativity.
Although, the use of
automation
in
the
expression of creativity has
has been with us since decades, it is
only now that there is a global
acceptance of the usage of technology
in the arts. Purists still like thumbing
their noses at the very suggestion of
using computers and digital technology
in the arts. I have, however, always
maintained that if you choose not to
keep up and incorporate technology in
your life then the world will pass you by
very soon. Like it or not, technology is
an inherent part of our lives and is here
to stay. In this issue, I have dedicated
a few articles on the use of computers
and digital technologies in the arts specifically drawing, painting and
creation of imageries. I have personally
been very active in the use of
technology in music, painting and my
performances.
facets of our lives. This issue, has
an excellent article by Lopa
Banerjee,
about
this
extraordinary personality.
On a completely different note have you ever been fascinated
with tales about the macabre?
Well, I have always been an avid
reader of such tales. In fact, I am
planning to do a few cover stories
(in one of the future issues) about
the history of this particular craft
of writing stories that fall under
the category of ‘Horror’. Yes - it
is a craft and a unique one at that.
To hold the attention of the reader
with subtle notions of the
unknown and the terrible, is not
an easy task for a writer. One of
the unforgettable names in this
genré, is H.P. Lovecraft. You will
find one of his masterpieces
included in The Fiction Writers’
Corner section.
And please do not forget to check
the News and Events Corner to
get some details on some very
In 1990’s, Maya Angelou walked into a interesting events coming up.
civil rights meeting, looked around and
Happy reading!!
said “The first problem is that you don’t
have women in here of equal status. We
need to correct you before you can
correct the country.” Her cultural impact
on the world has been enormous and
her influence has stretched across many
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