Dustin Yellin: A journey through the mind of an artist

The speaker shares their artistic journey, starting from childhood fascination with boxes to creating complex art pieces using resin and glass. They discuss their major work, 'The Triptych', inspired by Hieronymus Bosch, and current projects like 'Psychogeographies'. The talk emphasizes the interconnectedness of humanity and the importance of collaboration, as exemplified by their project, Pioneer Works.

What did the speaker bury in a box as a child, hoping future beings would find it?

• A toy car, a spoon, and a book

• A dollar bill, a pen, and a fork

• A letter, a photo, and a stone

• A map, a coin, and a key

Why did the speaker switch from using resin to glass in their artwork?

• Glass was cheaper and more accessible

• Resin was causing health issues

• Glass allowed for more vibrant colors

• Resin was too difficult to work with

What inspired the creation of 'The Triptych'?

• A dream about the future

• A famous sculpture in Italy

• Hieronymus Bosch's painting

• A novel about mythical creatures

What is the lady creature in 'The Triptych' doing with her hands?

• Carrying a basket of flowers

• Playing a musical instrument

• Holding a sword and a shield

• Spitting oil and releasing clouds

What unique feature does the serpent's tail in 'The Triptych' have?

• It glows in the dark

• It is covered in feathers

• It ends in a cycloptic eyeball

• It is made of gold

What is the main concept behind 'Psychogeographies'?

• Painting abstract representations of emotions

• Designing futuristic cityscapes

• Building human-shaped archives of culture

• Creating landscapes from recycled materials

What is the purpose of 'Pioneer Works' as described by the speaker?

• To serve as a traditional art gallery

• To be a space for scientific experiments

• To host music concerts and festivals

• To foster creativity and collaboration