Don
Goede
I am a multidisciplinarian artist and entrepenuer whose energy, creativity, and passion knows no bounds.
God & Spirituality: I need it for everything I do.
Mind
My mind generally craves and needs Scripture but I sometimes refer to the Bhagavad Gita, the Tao, the Egyptian Book of the Dead, Old Path White Clouds, and The Essential Rumi for inspiration.
Body
Yoga, nutrition, and water. When I have time I love to ride my bike, hike, swim, lift weights, and run.
Spirit
I am still on the Red Road. As adopted Lakota I resonate heavily with First Nation (Native American) ceremonies. I remain a Lost Sun Dancer, Pipe-Carrier, and a very Lonely Lakota.
Art & Curation
My whole life I have been an artist. Some of my favorite memories as a child are just doodling, drawing, and sketching! I don’t just DO art I collect it! I pride myself on my art collection. I don’t care if a artist is famous. I like to have art around me that speaks to me. Literally. BELOW ARE A FEW HIGHLIGHTS OF MY ART CAREER THAT WILL SOON HAVE LINKS
- One Man Show Cheyenne Mountain High School 1986
- Various Exhibits Shortwave Gallery L.E.S. NYC 2000-2003
- G.A.S. (Goede Art Space) pop up gallery (at Skyway Creations) 2006
- Odium Theologicum: a 9/11 Remembrance Exhibition 2005-Current Various Locations
- Reimagining Guernica Smokebrush Gallery
- Kreuser Gallery: Release of the Trammels December 2023
- Manitou Art Center A Muse’d September 2024
Art Direction
Most of my art direction has been involved with publications and designing spaces. Here are a few:
- Hi, How Are You? The Definitive Daniel Johnston Handbook 1999
- Hi, How Are You? The life, art & Music of Daniel Johnston 2003
- Popaganda The Art & Subversion of Ron English 2001
- Marmapoints Magazine ( 4 issues) 2010-2012
- The New Drum (2 issues) 1995
- Soft Skull Shortwave Bookstore L.E.S. NYC
- Shortwave Brooklyn State & Bond
Branding & Identity
My branding & identity experience goes back to high school. I love helping create identity and branding for people, places, and things. Below are some highlights that will soon have links:
- Soft Skull Shortwave a NYC Bookstore, imprint, & gallery. 1999-2005
- Odium Theologicum: a 9/11 Remembrance Exhibition 2005-present
- The High Plains Messenger online newspaper (defunct) Logo
- Rico’s Wine Bar 2008 Logo
- Motif wine & Jazz Bar Space, Logo, Ads (defunct)
- The Inner Space a healing arts studio 2008 Logo (defunct)
- Marmalade at Smokebrush Logo
- SunWater Spa Logo (w/ Nicholas Baranek)
- Artist/Songwriter Daniel Johnston (w/ The Johnston Group)
- Manitou Springs mineral water
Books
I became a shareholder in Soft Skull Press in 1995 I fell in love with publishing and have never looked back. Here is a short list of my favorite books that exist because of me.
- Popaganda: The Art & Subversion of Ron English
- Painful But Fabulous: The Lives & Art of Genesis P-Orridge
- Song To Look At: A Sibling Collaboration Combining the Art & Music of Daniel Johnston
- Peops: Stories of People by Fly
- Hi, How Are You? The Life, Art & Music of Daniel Johnston
Consulting, Teaching, & advice
I consult in every aspect of art and business. I do my best to keep up with technology and media through anywhere there are moving images. I am fascinated with the transition into Virtual Reality. I generally only ask for lunch or dinner to pick my brain. I am sometimes available for S.W.O.T. analysis and online assessments. I can teach drawing to almost anyone and I am able to train in the fundamental aspects of Photoshop, InDesign, and am currently studying the Creative Cloud. I am relatively proficient on Macintosh Systems and keep up on Social Media impact. I am currently studying Artificial Intelligence and Virtual Reality.
Films / video/ Documentaries
I have recently begun a career in filmmaking and video prodcution. After filming since high school I have decided to compile my footage into a small series of documentaries. Here are a few in the works.
- Hyperjinx! The Strange Story of a Weird Band
- Beyond the Devil: A comprehensive docuseries on the artist & musician Daniel Johnston
- No Guru: We Went To India & All We Got Was Ourselves
- Just Add Water: The Story of SunWater
- Toxic
Marketing
We all know that marketing is the process a business uses to promote and sell its products or services to consumers, other businesses, or organizations. The goal of marketing is to create a relationship with customers, increase brand awareness and loyalty, and ultimately drive more sales. While, I agree with this definition, I feel there is a huge disconnect that money creates. While money is necessary, there needs to a softer and more natural way to connect consumers with products, services, and experiences. I explore the feelings that are involved with this relationship. I am currently writing campaigns that create AD-thuseum not Ad-nauseum.
- Artist & Musician Daniel Johnston w/ The Johnston Group International
- Soft Skull Shortwave NYC
- SunWater Spa Manitou Springs
- Manitou Bindu Healing Arts Studio
- Marmalade at Smokebrush Colorado Springs
- The Olympic District Colorado Springs
Media In General
Media weaves its way into every aspect of our lives. I use it on every level and am constantly looking for ways for it to enrich our lives not overwhelm us. IN THE WORKS:
- I am currently creating a marketing/branding/indentity/advertising agency to serve companies and projects that want life-long relationships with their clients.
Music
I wrote my first song inspired by working in the garden with my Mother when I was around 5 or 6 years old. I traded in my drawing, illustrating, and painting for music (songwriting) sometime in the early 90’s. And I have never looked back. My biggest challenge is discerning, cataloging, and sharing over 1,000 songs. My latest personal project is to find 100 to put on Bandcamp. I am also starting my own labels to release 5-10 albums I think worthy. I vowed to stop writing songs in 2010. It’s hard! Below are some of my musical projects and bands:
- Hyperjinx Tricycle (Alt/Indy) (w/ Daniel Johnston & Ron English)
- The Electric Ghosts (Alt/Indy) (w/Daniel Johnston)
- The Electric Illuminati (Rock) (w/ Michael Kimbrell)
- The New Depressionists (Alt/Indy) (w/ Michael Kimbrell)
- The BeeWees (Kids Music (w/ Michael Kimbrell)
- Vegan Wolf (Blues) (w/ Michael Kimbrell)
- The Kinnikinniks (Bluegrass) (w/ Michael Kimbrell)
- The Cosmic Flying Goats (w/ Smokebrush Foundation)
- Mind of Amelia (Ambient) (w/ Vincent Chase)
Publicity & Public Relations
Every aspect of business needs publicity on some level. I learned the art of public relations by learning to write effective press releases and creating healthy relationships with the press. I am currently working on a small series of videos explaining my approach. Below are four steps to effective getting good press
- READ or WATCH all media you want to be involved with or be covered by.
- Create a media database with said media outlets (television, newspapers, blogs, etc.) eep it current
- Learn to write a effective press release.
- Create a healthy relationship with targeted media.
- Follow up!
Publishing
I am dusting off my publishing hat and starting a new publsihing company in 2025.
Photography
I fell in love with photography at an early age. I am currently compiling online galleries to share what my eye sees though the camera. Below are some photo essays that will have links very soon.
- Goedeyes: Lost Gurus: A month in India
- Goedeyes: Burning Man: Looking For the Shrimp Fairy
- Goedeyes: Summer Camp!
- Goedeyes: Inside & Backstage at The Thorn
- Goedeyes:
Press
I am currently compiling a comprehenvie list of online coverage from various media with links. It’s A LOT!
- Coming Soon
Video & FILM
The most basic difference between the physical object of film and the physical object of a video is whether it is light-readable or you need a machine to see what’s on it. If you unwind a bit of a reel of film and hold it to a light source, you’ll see individual images (called frames). These days video and film seem to be married! I distinguish them more with style. I use video to tell quicker and more fun stories while I compile a film to tell a longer or more serious story. Video is obviously more accessible! there will lniks to my reel soon.
- Tea at Koken
- Beyond the Devil
- Yellow
- Hyperjinx!
Volunteerism
Volunteering is a good way to detach from the daily grind. I try to keep my volunteer work diverse, important, and fun.
- Vice President Mineral Springs Foundation
- Special Kids / Special Families
- Indigenous Peoples Committee
- Cololrado Springs Fine Arts Center Museum Committee
- Pikes Peak Arts Council
- Commonwheel Art Festival
Writing
I am currently starting a Substack. I have written (and writing) several books. I would like to finish them in 2025. I am also excited to share several essays in the near future.
- Notes On The Great Spirit: Manitou Springs Mineral Water Guide
- Blue Skies Will Haunt You From Now On: My Life with Daniel Johnston
- White Man On a Red Road: My Experience Weaving First Nation Culture with Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Beyond
- Essays on NYC 1995-2005
- I Often Dream of Brooklyn: Memoirs
- Substack Launch (2025)
Yoga
Yoga, in my opinion, is the best approach to overall health and wellness we humans have. I am currently studying Sun Salutes. It is my dream to teach Sun Salutes during Sunrise at 6am. I hope to share this practice in the winter of 2024.
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