An exhibition exploring artificial intelligence and the future of images in Africa has been opened in Johannesburg. It is the debut exhibition of the newly launched Roger Ballen Centre of Photography in Forest Town, which is steadily turning into one of the city’s art hubs. Founded by internationally acclaimed photographer Roger Ballen, it is one…
Laughing or seeing the funny side of life is likely a unique gift of human beings. Laughter sounds magical. How do we laugh, and why? Is there a purpose in laughing? Science shows that animals also laugh, but their laughter may not be as conscious, delightful, or healing as human laughter. It is probable that…
Forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku in its original Japanese, is a mindfulness practice that involves immersing oneself in nature. The decades-old practice pulls from research that shows that spending time in nature can help lower stress levels and improve focus. Recently, forest bathing is growing in popularity, thanks in part to social media where people are…
