Adultland is a short video about what, I’m not quite certain, but I believe it is about taking risks. A man goes out on an unknown adventure, with unforeseen consequences and little reward. What happens next? Click to find out. The video was produced as a MA graduation film at the ‘University of the West…
Like everything else, being an artist requires work. We are not defined by who we say we are. We are not defined by who we surround ourselves with. We are not defined by what we intend to do or intend to be. We are defined solely by what the hell we do. If you do…
A photograph is an illusion of a literal description. A camera saw a piece of time and space. I’ve sorted through a few videos on Garry Winogrand, and I thought this one is the best for understanding him as a photographer. Winogrand is speaking to students at MIT (and frustrating the 1970s-version of Hipsters in…
Sometimes you’re lucky in your life, and you get a benediction from somebody who actually speaks your language and cherishes that you’ve joined the tribe … you’re no longer lost.
Contrary to what may seem to be the case over the last week or so, this is not a photography blog. Instead, this is about art. Or more correctly, it’s about loving art, living art, finding the art within. Some time ago, we featured 100 Days of Art, but stopped after 36 days, primarily because…
I must admit, that despite my fairly advanced knowledge of music, I knew little to nothing of Sia. It had nothing to do with her talent; rather, it is that Pop music has to cross a pretty high threshold to get my attention. Perhaps “Diamonds” as performed by Rhianna should have done it, since it’s…
Logic of People’s Army and Logic & Last Resort. Here’s his bio, from his website: Born & Raised In south london, My music is simply a reflection of me. Whatever you hear in any of my tracks is 100% true. That’s the way I believe music should be. Regardless of the genre. Its an art.…
I wasn’t going to post this, but Maria has insisted that I do. I must apologize for the bad accent, but love kinda lingers and you do what you must. So, mon Juliette, this one is for you.
As read by Bill Jones, Jr. Originally read on Saturday Night Live by Eddie Murphy.
Well, it’s time for another Wednesday Short Film Festival, and since I’m getting to it late, let’s jump right in. No big thoughts or political agendas, just a few smiles. Sin: First up, here’s “Dandelions” by Illimite Productions, directed by Syam Chandrasekhara Menon. Now, for a dramatic change of pace, here’s “This Way Up.” Finally,…
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