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DYSPLA

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DYSPLA is a London-based Award-Winning art studio supported by Arts Council England. DYSPLA develops and produces the work of Dyslexic + Neurodivergent (ND) Storymakers. Run by two ND Artists, Lennie Varvarides and Kazimir Bielecki to celebrate the ND Aesthetic, (ND_A). The DYSPLA Podcast will host a series of talks with Neurodivergent Creatives, as well as experimental poetry voiced by DYSPLA founder, Lennie Varvarides and published in text form on Medium.

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DYSPLA Neurodivergent Creatives Podcast - Aislinn Evans

DYSPLANov 20, 2022

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DYSPLA Neurodivergent Creatives Podcast - Aislinn Evans

DYSPLA Neurodivergent Creatives Podcast - Aislinn Evans

On this episode of the Arts Council Emergency Response Fund Podcast, Kazimir Bielecki, creative producer at DYSPLA, speaks with one of DYSPLA’s 2021 resident storymakers, Aislinn Evans. Kazimir and Aislinn explore the concepts of identity, autism, and how neurodivergence uniquely influences the aesthetic of neurodivergent artists.  -These podcasts are sponsored by the Arts Council Emergency Response Fund-
Nov 20, 202252:22
DYSPLA Neurodivergent Creatives Podcast - Rosie Baldwin

DYSPLA Neurodivergent Creatives Podcast - Rosie Baldwin

In this episode of the DYSPLA Arts Council Emergency Response Funds Podcast, Kazimir Bielecki and Lennie Varvarides, (Both creative producers at DYSPLA) interview one of  DYSPLA’s 2021 resident storymakers, Rosie Baldwin. Rosie, Kazimir, and Lennie discuss how neurodivergence has influenced Rosie’s creative/work life and how neurodivergent individuals contribute to a greater,  collective neurodivergent aesthetic. -These podcasts are sponsored by the Arts Council Emergency Response Fund-
Oct 16, 202201:21:50
DYSPLA Neurodivergent Creatives Podcast - Nacheal Catnott

DYSPLA Neurodivergent Creatives Podcast - Nacheal Catnott

In this episode of the DYSPLA Neurodivergent Creatives Podcast, Kazimir Bielecki and Lennie Varvarides, (Both creative producers at DYSPLA) interview DSYPLA Storymaker residency finalist, Nacheal Catnott. Nacheal explains the intricacies of living with dyslexia and the symbolism of yams in Caribbean culture among other topics. -These podcasts are sponsored by the Arts Council Emergency Response Fund-
Sep 18, 202201:00:35
DYSPLA Neurodivergent Creatives Podcast - Mike Foreshaw

DYSPLA Neurodivergent Creatives Podcast - Mike Foreshaw

In this episode of the DYSPLA Neurodivergent Creatives Podcast, Kazimir Bielecki and Lennie Varvarides, (Both creative producers at DYSPLA) interview neurodivergent creative and 2021 DSYPLA Storymaker residency finalist, Mike Foreshaw. During the discussion, Mike talks about the creative development process and collaboration with others. -These podcasts are sponsored by the Arts Council Emergency Response Fund-
Aug 21, 202253:16
DYSPLA Neurodivergent Creatives Podcast - Isabella Sperotto

DYSPLA Neurodivergent Creatives Podcast - Isabella Sperotto

In this episode of the DYSPLA Neurodivergent Creatives Podcast, Kazimir Bielecki and Lennie Varvarides, (Both creative producers at DYSPLA) interview neurodivergent creative and 2021 DSYPLA Storymaker residency finalist, Isabella Sperotto. Isabella describes how touch relates to honesty in the creative process and the importance of feminism in her work. -These podcasts are sponsored by the Arts Council Emergency Response Fund-
Jul 17, 202259:44
DYSPLA Discussing the Neurodivergent Aesthetic #2 (ft. Emma Lens)

DYSPLA Discussing the Neurodivergent Aesthetic #2 (ft. Emma Lens)

On this episode of the DYSPLA podcast, Lennie and Kazimir are interviewed by Emma Lens, a PhD candidate for creating neurodivergent narrative aesthetics: uncovering a new cultural paradigm. 
Jun 19, 202201:21:52
DYSPLA Discussing the Neurodivergent Aesthetic #1

DYSPLA Discussing the Neurodivergent Aesthetic #1

On this episode of the DYSPLA podcast, Lennie Varvarides and Kazimir Bielecki  discuss the importance of space in this companion podcast to the DYSPLA VR experience, ineedspace.
May 22, 202230:15
Chance

Chance

To read this poem, please click here: https://medium.com/know-thyself-heal-thyself/chance-6de92727f634
May 31, 202101:05
contra stare

contra stare

prose poem with friends link for those not on Medium: https://medium.com/scuzzbucket/contra-stare-5cd96098699e?sk=ef03243a39c872fcc805d91d794a01d1
May 12, 202101:51
The jar fills

The jar fills

The jar fills FREE-VERSE POEM A Friends link to read the poem can be found below: https://medium.com/london-literary-review/the-jar-fills-8844d492e9d3?sk=bcdb5ecf6c8af8e5d8c286f833eeca86
May 12, 202101:20
Still Lucky

Still Lucky

Free Verse Poem with Dog bark.
May 11, 202102:35
Near

Near

This style of poetry is called a Fib and is based on the Fibonacci sequence. To write a Fib you need to count each syllable per word and write a six-line poem using 20 syllables only. Each line must have 1/1/2/3/5/8 syllables. 
May 10, 202100:29
More

More

Since January 2021 I have been creating content on Medium, most of which is poetry and prose.  https://dyspla.medium.com/
May 09, 202103:18
OSCAR

OSCAR

Over the next few months, I will be recording Audio files of my new poetry published on Medium. I will also share links to the poem too. Click here for the Friend Link to read OSCAR without a Medium Subscription. https://medium.com/the-bazaar-of-the-bizarre/oscar-e5a801f6189c?sk=87f1dba56a6f58fd57296c7706a45e30 Click here to see the original prompt that inspired this poem https://medium.com/the-bazaar-of-the-bizarre/freedom-waiting-in-exile-from-oblivion-b0201996bbe7
May 04, 202109:39
DYSPLA Touch Narrative Workshop 6 (23rd November 2020)

DYSPLA Touch Narrative Workshop 6 (23rd November 2020)

DYSPLA_touch is a sacred gift of multiple dimensions, transcending space and time. Extend your hand and let the journey begin. Featuring Artists... Lennie Varvarides instagram.com/dyspla_festival Kazimir Bielecki instagram.com/dyspla_festival Susanna Dye instagram.com/susannadye AVB instagram.com/dyspla_festival DYSPLA_touch is an intimate XR installation and publication exploring the ‘narrative of touch’ from the perspective of a neurodivergent (ND) woman, specifically exhibiting traits of High-sensitivity and Tactile Synesthesia. The experience will intertwine narrative and human to human haptic sensation simultaneously within a VR environment. There has never been a more crucial time to investigate the importance of human touch and to challenge humans' need for physical contact and the transference of oxytocin. Using ASMR techniques and Volumetric Capture, the single audience member will explore the value of physical touch and human connection.
Jan 25, 202127:23
DYSPLA Touch Narrative Workshop 5 (30th October 2020)

DYSPLA Touch Narrative Workshop 5 (30th October 2020)

DYSPLA_touch is a sacred gift of multiple dimensions, transcending space and time. Extend your hand and let the journey begin. Featuring Artists... Lennie Varvarides instagram.com/dyspla_festival/ Kazimir Bielecki instagram.com/dyspla_festival/ Emma Jane Hines instagram.com/emmajanehinds/ AVB instagram.com/dyspla_festival/ DYSPLA_touch is an intimate XR installation and publication exploring the ‘narrative of touch’ from the perspective of a neurodivergent (ND) woman, specifically exhibiting traits of High-sensitivity and Tactile Synesthesia. The experience will intertwine narrative and human to human haptic sensation simultaneously within a VR environment. There has never been a more crucial time to investigate the importance of human touch and to challenge humans' need for physical contact and the transference of oxytocin. Using ASMR techniques and Volumetric Capture, the single audience member will explore the value of physical touch and human connection.
Jan 21, 202134:56
DYSPLA Touch Narrative Workshop 4 (29th October 2020)

DYSPLA Touch Narrative Workshop 4 (29th October 2020)

DYSPLA_touch is a sacred gift of multiple dimensions, transcending space and time. Extend your hand and let the journey begin. Featuring Artists... Lennie Varvarides instagram.com/dyspla_festival/ Kazimir Bielecki instagram.com/dyspla_festival/ Emma Jane Hines instagram.com/emmajanehinds/ AVB instagram.com/dyspla_festival/ DYSPLA_touch is an intimate XR installation and publication exploring the ‘narrative of touch’ from the perspective of a neurodivergent (ND) woman, specifically exhibiting traits of High-sensitivity and Tactile Synesthesia. The experience will intertwine narrative and human to human haptic sensation simultaneously within a VR environment. There has never been a more crucial time to investigate the importance of human touch and to challenge humans' need for physical contact and the transference of oxytocin. Using ASMR techniques and Volumetric Capture, the single audience member will explore the value of physical touch and human connection.
Jan 21, 202122:34
DYSPLA Touch Narrative Workshop 3 (28th October 2020)

DYSPLA Touch Narrative Workshop 3 (28th October 2020)

DYSPLA_touch is a sacred gift of multiple dimensions, transcending space and time. Extend your hand and let the journey begin. Featuring Artists... Lennie Varvarides instagram.com/dyspla_festival/ Kazimir Bielecki instagram.com/dyspla_festival/ Emma Jane Hines instagram.com/emmajanehinds/ AVB instagram.com/dyspla_festival/ DYSPLA_touch is an intimate XR installation and publication exploring the ‘narrative of touch’ from the perspective of a neurodivergent (ND) woman, specifically exhibiting traits of High-sensitivity and Tactile Synesthesia. The experience will intertwine narrative and human to human haptic sensation simultaneously within a VR environment. There has never been a more crucial time to investigate the importance of human touch and to challenge humans' need for physical contact and the transference of oxytocin. Using ASMR techniques and Volumetric Capture, the single audience member will explore the value of physical touch and human connection.
Jan 21, 202133:07
DYSPLA Touch Narrative Workshop 2 (27th October 2020)

DYSPLA Touch Narrative Workshop 2 (27th October 2020)

Development Workshop for DYSPLA Touch Narrative Workshop 1 (26th October 2020) https://dyspla.com/touch DYSPLA_touch is a sacred gift of multiple dimensions, transcending space and time. Extend your hand and let the journey begin. FUnded by the Arts Council England, DYSPLA_touch is an intimate XR installation and publication exploring the ‘narrative of touch’ from the perspective of a neurodivergent (ND) woman, specifically exhibiting traits of High-sensitivity and Tactile Synesthesia. The experience will intertwine narrative and human to human haptic sensation simultaneously within a VR environment. There has never been a more crucial time to investigate the importance of human touch and to challenge humans' need for physical contact and the transference of oxytocin. Using ASMR techniques and Volumetric Capture, the single audience member will explore the value of physical touch and human connection.
Oct 29, 202023:55
DYSPLA Touch Narrative Workshop 1 (26th October 2020)

DYSPLA Touch Narrative Workshop 1 (26th October 2020)

Development Workshop for DYSPLA Touch Narrative Workshop 1 (26th October 2020) https://dyspla.com/touch DYSPLA_touch is a sacred gift of multiple dimensions, transcending space and time. Extend your hand and let the journey begin. DYSPLA_touch is an intimate XR installation and publication exploring the ‘narrative of touch’ from the perspective of a neurodivergent (ND) woman, specifically exhibiting traits of High-sensitivity and Tactile Synesthesia. The experience will intertwine narrative and human to human haptic sensation simultaneously within a VR environment. There has never been a more crucial time to investigate the importance of human touch and to challenge humans' need for physical contact and the transference of oxytocin. Using ASMR techniques and Volumetric Capture, the single audience member will explore the value of physical touch and human connection.
Oct 27, 202025:17