
My performance, "The Banana Communion," pushed the boundaries of traditional art, diving into sociology and psychology. On April 4, 2024, in New York City, I used a simple banana to stand in for me at a brunch, sparking a deep discussion about how we connect and build community in today's urban life. This project made us rethink our rituals, our bonds, our connections, and the spaces we consider sacred.
Basically, a banana went from a piece of fruit to a symbol of deep community connection. I blurred traditional linesβartist and audience, sacred and profaneβand invited people to find wonder in everyday things. This act of sharing a banana catalyzed a new kind of spiritual communion, reaching beyond the immediate circle to touch a broader community.
The performance began with a simple yet meaningful gesture: I asked a friend to take a banana to the famous Fidel's Brunch as my proxy. At the brunch, this banana was not just left there; it became the centerpiece of a memorial. From this moment, what started as a planned art piece evolved into a spontaneous movement, drawing everyone present into a shared experience of community and connection.

As the event unfolded, the banana symbolized unity, connecting people across New York City during NFT 2024 Week. This new ritual celebrated the power of collective experiences and emphasized the importance of creating sacred moments in everyday life.
As more people joined, each banana marked a new chapter in a growing narrative, showing how cultural rituals can evolve and resonate. This project turned into a dynamic network of shared moments, underscoring our deep need for connection.
The influence of "The Banana Communion" extended beyond just one event, demonstrating that meaningful connections and communal spaces aren't confined to traditional settings. Simple actions and objects can be significant in building community and fostering connections.
"The Banana Communion" was a spark to rethink our interactions and deepen our communal bonds. It challenged us to find profound shared experiences in unexpected places afk. Take a banana with you, peel back a moment, and enjoy life.
1. Verily, he took up the banana, and having given thanks, he brake it, and said, "Behold, partake of this, my gift; for it is the essence of our unity."
2. βHe that eateth of this fruit shall find everlasting fellowship; for it is the manna of our gathering.β
3. βAs the fruit is peeled and laid bare, so let our souls be unto each other, in openness and truth.β
4. βBlessed be the sharers of the harvest; for their bond is forged in the spirit of communion.β
5. βThis offering I present unto you, a covenant of our congregation; eat thereof in memory of our shared purpose.β

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i guess iβm old testament now
Bro looks like Arthur from peaky blinders
bless u
I want top see next, when you make wine :))))
You want to feed this piece whom?
1. Verily, he took up the banana, and having given thanks, he brake it, and said, βBehold, partake of this, my gift; for it is the essence of our unity.β 2. βHe that eateth of this fruit shall find everlasting fellowship; for it is the manna of our gathering.β 3. βAs the fruit is peeled and laid bare, so let our souls be unto each other, in openness and truth.β 4. βBlessed be the sharers of the harvest; for their bond is forged in the spirit of communion.β 5. βThis offering I present unto you, a covenant of our congregation; eat thereof in memory of our shared purpose.β
Which ai do u using π
man shall not live by bananas alone π€
close man shall not only live alone with bananas 1. Verily, he took up the banana, and having given thanks, he brake it, and said, βBehold, partake of this, my gift; for it is the essence of our unity.β 2. βHe that eateth of this fruit shall find everlasting fellowship; for it is the manna of our gathering.β 3. βAs the fruit is peeled and laid bare, so let our souls be unto each other, in openness and truth.β 4. βBlessed be the sharers of the harvest; for their bond is forged in the spirit of communion.β 5. βThis offering I present unto you, a covenant of our congregation; eat thereof in memory of our shared purpose.β
hehe this is really good!
you're the most wonderful person on the earth
why thank you ππΌ be blessed
thanks to you too. Merry Christmas in advance
Very niceπ
Love the reference!
gm frens be blessed
Stay full buddy GM
π€£ full of what is the question
Dang it that is a good question Hopefully full of love and good vibes buddy ππ€£
Good morning Aaron π«Άπ»
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GM brother, love this pic lol. Did the diner have bananas, or did you bring one? π€£
oh i brought it with me π€£ π€£
My man lmao
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Happy sunday aaron
gm fren same to you!
Gm! Happy Sunday buddy
gm fren hope all is well
All is great! Thank God
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confirmed https://blog.aaronvick.com/my-banana-the-power-of-simple-symbols
So where were you during Fidel's brunch, were you eating a banana?
omg! i was dying back at the airbnb i was soooooo sick so i had @lampphotography take my banana π she held a remembrance at an empty seat
i rallied to MC the community panel and then snuck out to lay flat in an LYFT as i sobbed in agony back to the airbnb needless to say, the LYFT driver was thinking i was going to die so he booked it to the east side π€£
That's hilarious π₯΄πLmk if there's an opening in your banana cult.
kinda love this piece by @lampphotography Let's All Go Back to NYC by @lampphotography on @rodeodotclub
Hahha love this piece 1300 $degen
thx so much @anemale.eth - isnt it great!
itβs meeeeeee https://blog.aaronvick.com/my-banana-the-power-of-simple-symbols
yesssss! why i love it!!!! hahaha π π π
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It was my memorial service for the dearly depared @aaronv.eth β€οΈ
omg! hahaha
I accidentally convinced a few people @aaronv.eth was actually dead, and then I felt bad....but not bad enough to stop telling people he had died.
So cool π€β @lampphotography & @aaronv.eth
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Greetings to all art lovers.
gm gm :)
hello thompson π 16 $RARE
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Trust yourselfβyouβre capable of amazing things.
maybe expand on the experimental art that started with my face and a banana π https://blog.aaronvick.com/my-banana-the-power-of-simple-symbols