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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH TOP INSTAGRAM VISUAL ARTIST, ART INFLUENCER, MAJED VEYSEL

INFLUENCER SPOTLIGHT: MEET MAJED VEYSEL, INSTAGRAM ARCHITECTURE, PHOTOGRAPHER, VISUAL ARTIST, AND ART INFLUENCER.

Majed Veysel (@mm.v) maintains a devoted following a hundred thousand followers on Instagram alone. He is known for his black and white photographs of various architecture. Majed started from a humble begging in Aleppo, Syria. He went to the American school in Aleppo back in 2012, after which he moved to Bahçeşehir Üniversitesi in Istanbul, where he graduated in architecture. He studied architecture in Italy and started his master 2 years ago.

As a highly talented architect, he has managed to win several awards. Once an Intern Architect, “S.B.ARCH. Bargone Associati” In Rome – Italy in 2016, now well known for his work on Skyland Istanbul Highest Skyscraper in Turkey.

We came in contact with the talented architecture, photography to discuss his creative influences, work, inspiration, drive, and background from Majed himself in an exclusive interview below.

HONKMAGAZINE: What have you learned from architecture?

Majed: There is a massive power inside every person that he or she cannot take advantage of it. Human beings eat, drink and sleep more than they should. The average human being sleeps 25 years in life. There is a treasure of vitality inside me and every person, and the capacity to understand, endure and be patient… We do not use much out of that treasure, I try to make the most of it. It has no limits, no boundaries for creativity.

HONKMAGAZINE: Why just black and white? Is that creative or unique in some sense of meaning for you?

Majed: Black and white photography has a certain timeless quality that captivates me. When colors are stripped away from an image, only the essence of the scene remains. And photography then becomes a game of contrast between light and shadows and black and white are the purest colors in all forms for my line of work, especially architecture. When shapes matter more than anything, black and white bring them all out.

HONKMAGAZINE: How do you make this a statement in one line.

Majed: “To see in color is a delight for the eye but to see in black and white is a delight for the soul.” Said Andri Cauldwell. [Majed smiles.]

HONKMAGAZINE: Your images are sharp high contrast compositions of art, architecture, should we expect color to show up soon?

Majed: Maybe [Majed smiles.]

HONKMAGAZINE: You’re featured everywhere on Fox, news rooms, TV’s and many people. How does one from the east side of the world get some much attention in the Western world?

Majed: You know.. art is universal and again – art has not limits. A lot of building, architecture in the Western World are inspired from European, modern area and renaissance art. Art is global and the attention on my pictures are globally. My main fanbase, I cannot tell. More than 100 countries follow me on Instagram and there is a beauty in seeing the global traction.

HONKMAGAZINE: How do you decide where t take a photo? There are so many nice places, buildings out there. What captivates your attention?

Majed: The foundation of my philosophy is that everything in Universe is created twice: first in our minds, then in the material world. Before deciding what to capture, I first try to dream and as you see a meaningful caption is applied to any of my work. There’s always a story in my head that I try to bring to life in pixels.

HONKMAGAZINE: Majed, it was a pleasure chatting today. How do people get in touch with you for collaboration?

Majed: honestly, direct mail is best on my website: majedveysel.com or DM in my Instagram, so many people message me on a day to day basis so allow me some time to get back! http://instagram.com/mm.w/

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Eddie Castillo’s Powerful Ocean Conservation Video Campaign

“We are the last generation that can save the oceans, and we are the first generation that must learn to live without them.” – Silvia Earle

By Altered State Productions

The Ocean Foundation has taken on a mission of critical importance: to save our dying oceans from the irreversible damage caused by human activity. With marine ecosystems teetering on the brink of collapse, the organization’s latest campaign aims to educate and inspire action through the power of storytelling.

Meet Eddie Castillo, Founder of Dallas production company Altered State Productions and media director who’s passionate about the ocean’s survival. His latest project with an ocean conservation organization takes viewers on an emotional journey, blending breathtaking aerial footage with a powerful stewardship message.

“It’s easy to become numb to the devastation happening around us”, says Castillo, “We scroll past images of environmental destruction, momentarily horrified, yet quickly moving on to the next distraction.” While other campaigns often depict the devastation—plastic, trash, turtles entangled in debris—the Last Generation campaign strives to remind us of the beauty we are at risk of losing forever. The brand video captures the ocean’s waves hitting the shore, smooth and therapeutic.

Castillo’s work, reminiscent of National Geographic’s Planet Possible, combines awe-inspiring visuals with a profound sense of responsibility for our planet. Using advanced drone technology, Castillo captured mesmerizing scenes of Hawaii’s North Shore, showcasing the pristine beauty of marine ecosystems under threat. These stunning visuals, paired with philosophical narrations by Alan Watts and a cascade of electronic synths, create a dreamlike quality that blurs the lines between reality and fantasy.

The Ocean Foundation’s storytelling hinges on compelling imagery, reminding us of our collective responsibility to protect these fragile ecosystems. By raising awareness and inspiring change through the power of commercial video production, the project serves as a rallying cry for ocean literacy, species protection, and habitat preservation.

Altered State Productions proudly circulates its media campaign through syndicated sources, utilizing targeted messaging that hits viewers on a different level. “As a media production company, our mission is to create impactful messages that drive real change,” says Brian Medina, Communications Director at Altered State Productions. “We pour our hearts into every project, hoping to make a difference. We’ve successfully generated over a quarter billion dollars in attribution for brands and companies worldwide. If we can do that for profit, imagine what we can achieve for causes worth standing for.”

The media agency’s impressive portfolio includes over 96 nationally aired TV ad campaigns for brands like Jameson, Valyou, and OWN.

In one scene, two young children hold up a surfboard to protect themselves from an incoming wave, playing innocently as kids do. The scene cuts to a breathtaking timelapse of an iridescent coral reef, with aqua blue currents turning the rock. This moment signals that those two kids could be the last to witness such beauty, delivering the hard-hitting message of what we stand to lose—an ocean and all its wonder, and the chance to truly experience it.

In the end, we are faced with the undeniable truth that if we do not act, our children and their children may never know the oceans’ true splendor, leaving behind only a memory of what once was—a heartbreaking legacy of neglect, making the next generation, possibly the last generation.

Altered State Productions is a video production company and digital marketing agency, specializing in video editing services that propel brands with competitive advertising.

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How to Get Your Music on Spotify’s Algorithmic Playlists

Hey there, music maker! Let’s chat about:

* The cool types of algorithmic playlists out there

* How Spotify’s playlist magic works

* Some nifty tricks to get your tunes on these playlists

* Ways to boost your chances of playlist success

* Some final thoughts to keep you inspired

Spotify’s Algorithmic Playlists: Your New Best Friend

Wondering how to get your music featured on Spotify’s playlists? No need to stress we’ve got you covered! Here’s the lowdown;

Option 1; Create a hit song that gains 5,000 to 10,000 streams, within the two weeks of its release. Sounds challenging? Keep reading!

Option 2; Consider using our Spotify advertising campaign to boost your streams and potentially catch the attention of those playlists.

Option 3: Use Spotify ad campaign to trigger the algorithm

Let’s dig in shall we?

Promoting your music on Spotify is like amplifying your voice in a room. Those algorithmic playlists? They’re like winning lottery tickets for artists helping them connect with listeners and even securing a spot, on Spotifys curated playlists. Stuff, right?

Think of these playlists as your music’s personal matchmaker. They introduce your tunes to listeners who might never have found you otherwise. It’s like having a friend who’s always saying, “Hey, you’ve got to hear this!”

Landing on a popular algorithmic playlist can give your Spotify profile a serious boost. And if you’re lucky enough to hit a trending playlist? Well, that’s when things can really take off!

What kinds of algorithmic playlists are out there?

Spotify’s algorithm is like a DJ that knows exactly what each listener wants to hear. Here are some of its greatest hits:

Discover Weekly:
Your personal Monday mixtape, filled with new tunes and old favorites.

Daily Mix:
A fresh playlist every day, blending your faves with similar tracks.

Release Radar:
Friday’s new music party, featuring your top artists and similar sounds.

Your Library:
A mix of your likes, saves, and new releases from your favorite artists.

On Repeat:
The songs you can’t stop playing, plus some new recommendations.

Repeat Rewind:
A blast from the past, featuring your old favorites and similar tracks.

Time Capsule;
Take a trip down memory lane personalized for you.

Spotify Radio;
Craft your playlist inspired by any song, artist or music genre.

Ever wondered how Spotify creates its playlists?

Think of Spotifys algorithm, as a music enthusiast robot with a memory. It observes listener preferences examines song details, adapts, to your listening patterns and notes how people engage with songs.Pretty smart, right?

So, how do you get your song on these playlists?

You’ve got two main routes:

Option 1: Create an amazing song that gets lots of love quickly. Aim for 5,000-10,000 streams in the first couple of weeks. Remember, Spotify also looks at things like user engagement and how well your song fits different playlists.

Option 2: Give our Spotify ad campaign a try. It’s designed to boost your streams and often triggers those algorithmic playlists. Plus, the benefits often continue even after the campaign ends!

Option 3: Use a Spotify ad campaign to trigger Spotify’s algorithmic playlists.

Here are some tips to boost your chances:

Use Spotify for Artists: It’s like your backstage pass. Fill out all the info you can when submitting your music.
Creating music is essential. It’s a no brainer!
Share your music; Put your songs on playlists made by users reach out to curators and promote your tracks on media platforms.
Create your own playlists: Mix your songs with similar artists and try to gain followers.
Keep at it: Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither are music careers. Stay patient and persistent!

What’s next after you hit those algorithmic playlists?

Set your sights on Spotify’s editorial playlists. They’re like the Mount Everest of playlist goals and can really launch your career into the stratosphere!

Final Thoughts:

Music promotion can expose your tracks to new listeners and new potential fans. Spotify is a crucial platform to get exposed. Remember, the key to triggering these playlists is getting those streams quickly – aim for at least 5,000 in two weeks. And the more tracks you create and release, the better your chances to hit the algorithmic playlists.

You’ve got this, superstar! Now go make some noise!