Bob Craig makes beautiful collages out of clippings from National Geographic magazines. I remember making collages as a kid with a paste made out of flour and water. His vision begins with imagination as he cuts out and organizes clippings by hue and texture. What begins as a rough drawing slowly grows into a beautiful mural.
Elmo interviews Neil Patrick Harris
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Baby gets Excited Over Silly Dog
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
GPS Guided Walking Tours
Recently, I was contacted by GPSmyCity.com to use my photo of the Black Swan Pub in York, England. The company wanted to use my photo in their GPS walking tour of York. Too bad the app is only available for use with an iPhone.
Today, I looked at some photos from the G20 Summit in Toronto. I did not realize how violent and intense it was. It seems a small group of anarchists have escalated the peaceful protest to violence. Kind of makes me think the 1 billion dollars spent for security was a good move. I do not know all the details of what is occurring during the summit, and some of the money could have been better spent helping homeless or poverty, but it reminds me of the WTO protests during the Battle In Seattle.
70 days later and over 75 million barrels of oil release in to the Gulf of Mexico with no recourse in sight.
Listening to: Icicle Works - Whisper To A Scream
Today, I looked at some photos from the G20 Summit in Toronto. I did not realize how violent and intense it was. It seems a small group of anarchists have escalated the peaceful protest to violence. Kind of makes me think the 1 billion dollars spent for security was a good move. I do not know all the details of what is occurring during the summit, and some of the money could have been better spent helping homeless or poverty, but it reminds me of the WTO protests during the Battle In Seattle.
70 days later and over 75 million barrels of oil release in to the Gulf of Mexico with no recourse in sight.
Listening to: Icicle Works - Whisper To A Scream
Monday, June 21, 2010
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Fort Rod Hill
Last Friday there was a huge celebration at Ford Rod Hill in Victoria, BC. The city celebrated the 150th birthday of the Fisgard Lighthouse and Canadian Navy's 100th Anniversary. The city was swarmed with over 10,000 sailors from around the world.
At Ford Rod Hill, the Luminara group placed lights and lanterns throughout the historical park and a Victoria fire troupe Poi Pixies performed a fire show on the walkway to the lighthouse. After the fire show, there was a beautiful fireworks display over the ocean. Luminara also setup lit art installations featuring jelly fish and salmon schools.
At Ford Rod Hill, the Luminara group placed lights and lanterns throughout the historical park and a Victoria fire troupe Poi Pixies performed a fire show on the walkway to the lighthouse. After the fire show, there was a beautiful fireworks display over the ocean. Luminara also setup lit art installations featuring jelly fish and salmon schools.
Would you drink water that is processed from the polluted ocean? Would you consume marine life harvested from the polluted ocean? An art exhibit titled Plastic Century: a tasted of the polluted oceans is showing at the California Academy of Sciences in honour of Jacques Cousteau's 100th birthday.
A map of the world showing the surface area required to power the whole world with solar power. You may be surprised--I was.
On May 5th it's Mukhtar's birthday, a bus-driver in Copenhagen. In 2010, he had no idea that a large group of people had planned to celebrate him. How wonderful!
A map of the world showing the surface area required to power the whole world with solar power. You may be surprised--I was.
On May 5th it's Mukhtar's birthday, a bus-driver in Copenhagen. In 2010, he had no idea that a large group of people had planned to celebrate him. How wonderful!
Friday, June 04, 2010
Happy Friday
Kitty, and her human companions, are walking across the American continent to the South American continent from Miami to Ushuaia for a 3 year trek.
Kitty started traveling the 9,000-mile journey when he was a kitten.
Electric Daisy Carnival Auditions featuring Nigel Ficke who shows how to do it better, faster, stronger, harder, unicornier.
I recently came across some vintage and sexist advertisements for products from the nuclear family era. Did you know that Lysol used to be promoted to prevent pregnancy and STIs?
Not too mention how to avoid a Booby Trap and not get an STI.
Listening to: INXS - Suicide Blonde
Kitty started traveling the 9,000-mile journey when he was a kitten.
Electric Daisy Carnival Auditions featuring Nigel Ficke who shows how to do it better, faster, stronger, harder, unicornier.
I recently came across some vintage and sexist advertisements for products from the nuclear family era. Did you know that Lysol used to be promoted to prevent pregnancy and STIs?
Not too mention how to avoid a Booby Trap and not get an STI.
Listening to: INXS - Suicide Blonde
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Banksy In Toronto
Previously, I wrote about Banksy new film Exit Through the Gift Shop. For the Toronto premiere of his new film, he created some art in Toronto.
Near near 4th and La Brea
Near 9th and Broadway
I wonder if he will leave his mark on Vancouver.
The CBC gallery of Banksy's work around the world.
Near near 4th and La Brea
Near 9th and Broadway
I wonder if he will leave his mark on Vancouver.
The CBC gallery of Banksy's work around the world.
Friday, May 14, 2010
A Sweet Reunion
Conservationist Damian Aspinall raised gorilla Kwibi for five years in England. He released into a conservation park in West Africa. After being apart for five years, Kwibi was attacking humans. Aspinall decided to go to Africa and see if Kwibi would remember him. The reunion is amazing.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
I Am A Gleek
I think I am officially a Gleek. I recently watched the clips from Madonna episode the Golden Globe winner Glee and was hooked. Jane Lynch's rendition of Madonna's Vogue is outstanding.
The show features a passionate talented group of performance artists (outcasts) in a high school. Each of the show's character's and actors are an inspiration to nerds, geeks, misfits and outcasts everywhere. It is interesting to hear about their high school experiences, usually of being outcasts because they were part of choir or drama clubs.
The Glee cast was also on the Oprah Winfrey show. The cast also performed at the White House for Easter.
Creator Ryan Murphy says the show is about "celebrating the difference in you". He continues to say that at that young of an age you think that's the worst in you, but as you grow older and wiser, you realize it's one of the best things about yourself.
Recently, there was a Glee flash mob in Seattle.
Listening to: Glee Cast - Don't Stop Believing
The show features a passionate talented group of performance artists (outcasts) in a high school. Each of the show's character's and actors are an inspiration to nerds, geeks, misfits and outcasts everywhere. It is interesting to hear about their high school experiences, usually of being outcasts because they were part of choir or drama clubs.
The Glee cast was also on the Oprah Winfrey show. The cast also performed at the White House for Easter.
Creator Ryan Murphy says the show is about "celebrating the difference in you". He continues to say that at that young of an age you think that's the worst in you, but as you grow older and wiser, you realize it's one of the best things about yourself.
Recently, there was a Glee flash mob in Seattle.
Listening to: Glee Cast - Don't Stop Believing
Thursday, May 06, 2010
Urban Art Is Here
Finally, Vancouver is starting to showcase and magnify the landscape with temporary and permanent urban art installations. The previous week, I walked with J across the Cambie Bridge and along False Creek North to English Bay. Along the seawall, we saw many art installations and the new park by Granville Bridge.
By Sunset Beach, there is a beautiful aluminum art structure in the shape of a man consisting of letters and symbols from many languages. Another installation is a group of bronze statues laughing at English Bay. The metallic structure at Vanier Park titled Freezing Water is another installation.
These art installations are part of the Biennial Exhibition.
This week, I walked with J again over the Cambie Bridge, past Chinatown, through Gastown, around Canada Place and around the new Convention Centre. The interior of the Convention Centre is stunning. The new center has a living roof, seawater heating and cooling system, on-site water treatment (recycles washroom water) and a fish habitat in the foundation.
The art installations consist of a gigantic blue teardrop (maybe a raindrop) and a Digital Orca by Douglas Coupland.
Listening to: Gorillaz - Stylo
By Sunset Beach, there is a beautiful aluminum art structure in the shape of a man consisting of letters and symbols from many languages. Another installation is a group of bronze statues laughing at English Bay. The metallic structure at Vanier Park titled Freezing Water is another installation.
These art installations are part of the Biennial Exhibition.
This week, I walked with J again over the Cambie Bridge, past Chinatown, through Gastown, around Canada Place and around the new Convention Centre. The interior of the Convention Centre is stunning. The new center has a living roof, seawater heating and cooling system, on-site water treatment (recycles washroom water) and a fish habitat in the foundation.
The art installations consist of a gigantic blue teardrop (maybe a raindrop) and a Digital Orca by Douglas Coupland.
Listening to: Gorillaz - Stylo
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Frisky reviews eleven questionable Barbie releases by Matel. I remember having the Barbie MacDonald's restaurant, however, I do not ever recall seeing the Poop-n-Scoop version with dog Tanner.
To celebrate hard-working, under paid Administrative Professionals everywhere for Administrative Professionals Day, here is a list of the best ten movie and tv shows with secretaries, receptionists and personal assistants.
In a society where the spread of germs and viruses is a growing concern, always remember to never try on make-up samples until they have been sterilized. Personally, I always just try it on my finger and wash my finger afterward.
Oh, la la! Where did you get that gorgeous roadkill accessory bag? I would die to have one just like it! Just kidding.
Listening to: Bjork - Big Time Sensuality
To celebrate hard-working, under paid Administrative Professionals everywhere for Administrative Professionals Day, here is a list of the best ten movie and tv shows with secretaries, receptionists and personal assistants.
In a society where the spread of germs and viruses is a growing concern, always remember to never try on make-up samples until they have been sterilized. Personally, I always just try it on my finger and wash my finger afterward.
Oh, la la! Where did you get that gorgeous roadkill accessory bag? I would die to have one just like it! Just kidding.
Listening to: Bjork - Big Time Sensuality
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Banksy's Exit Through The Gift Shop
President Obama mandates visitation rights in hospitals for same-sex couples.
Crimson Collective builds a gigantic solar-powered crane art installation for the Coachella Music Festival.
Adam Savage's speech to Harvard students titled Food for The Eagle.
Listening to: Steve Miller Band - Fly Like an Eagle
President Obama mandates visitation rights in hospitals for same-sex couples.
Crimson Collective builds a gigantic solar-powered crane art installation for the Coachella Music Festival.
Adam Savage's speech to Harvard students titled Food for The Eagle.
Listening to: Steve Miller Band - Fly Like an Eagle
Friday, March 26, 2010
Monday, March 22, 2010
The Story of Bottled Water
I personally donate monthly to Oxfam because one of the organization's primary initiatives is to provide clean water for developing countries.
Another organization H20 Africa Foundation was co-founded by Matt Damon.
Monday, March 15, 2010
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Olympic Gold
Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir, became the first Canadians and North Americans to win Olympic gold in ice dancing.
Watch the video of their exquisite and flawless performance.
We Are More by Shane Koyczan
Watch the video of their exquisite and flawless performance.
We Are More by Shane Koyczan
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Olympics Fever
What a week! Last week I trekked, laughed, gazed and socialized all over the 2010 Olympics bonanza. Last Monday, we saw DJ Spooky from New York mix-mash it up with violinist Daniel at the Yaletown stage.
DJ Spooky provided an amazing performance showcasing his mixing talents off his new album. We avoided the corporate pavilions. After the show, we wandered up to Davie Street for some French Canadian poutine at La Belle Patate.
On Wednesday, Yonderboy and I met at the Olympic Station and walked over the Cambie Street bridge on a beautiful sunshine day. We could see the sea of red at China Creek Park next to Science World for the taping of Colbert Report with Stephen Colbert. I wanted to be at the taping, but I did not want to line up at 7 am for 6ish hours. Although, from the photos online, I see he rode a moose, hoisted up a stuffed beaver and sang O Canada to the music of the Star-Spangled Banner.
We checked out all the live shows and zip trek at Robson Square. It was incredible to watch people zip trek across the square. The ice skating rink looked awesome too. It was so great to walk around the crowds of people from all over the world excited and wearing their nations' colours with pride.
We walked down to the Olympic Flame (Cauldron) and took some photos. We also queued for 30 minutes to see the Cauldron from the viewing platform. The mountains were majestic behind Stanley Park. We also went into the movie theatre housed in double-stacked shipping containers to watch a short-film.
On Friday, I rode the new Canada Line train to Yaletown. I was very impressed with the signage and announcements to assist passengers to their destinations. The train felt like a high-class form of transportation. I met Nic in Yaletown. The streets were humming with young folks. I heard that fans has been lined up for the Deadmau5 evening show since 9 am in the morning.
We walked over the Vancouver Library to meet Y. Her mate has been VJing in the Aboriginal Peoples Pavilion all week. You could see the video displays from the exterior next to Queen Elizabeth Theatre. We went to Roxy Burger on Granville Street for dinner. Granville Street was a mad-house full of youths and people wear the flag as capes. A few more friends joined us as we cheered on Manitoba's Jon Montgomery win gold in skeleton.
We met up with a few more friends on Georgia Street and walked around Granville and Robson Streets. The art installations on Granville Street looked fantastic lightened at night.
Then, we went to see the cauldron at night. It was so beautiful. It was around midnight and the streets were still jammed with people. We headed over to Steamworks Pub to have some beers and bites. The pub was adjacent to Germany House, but the cover was $20. Needless to say, the Germany House was empty and the music played was terrible.
On the way home on the Night Bus over the Burrard Bridge, the male youths broke into song singing O Canada.
On Sunday, we tried to go to La Belle Patate for brunch, but the potato cutter broke and the shop was closed. Plan B was Japadog on Burrard and Smithe, but there was a huge lineup. I like Japadog, but not for a half an hour wait. We ended up with grilled panini sandwiches at IGA Marketplace.
We checked out Robson Square. I cheered as the zip trekkers went overhead. We were lucky enough to see the Squamish Nation's Eagle Dancers perform their songs and dances at the stage. Wow, their performance was so mesmerizing. Then, we watched a bit of the Mascots on Ice. Sumi is my favourite.
The naysayers may still be griping about the Olympics in Vancouver. But they are here, so why not enjoy the special events, live performances, showcasing our beautiful city and welcoming International visitors?
DJ Spooky provided an amazing performance showcasing his mixing talents off his new album. We avoided the corporate pavilions. After the show, we wandered up to Davie Street for some French Canadian poutine at La Belle Patate.
On Wednesday, Yonderboy and I met at the Olympic Station and walked over the Cambie Street bridge on a beautiful sunshine day. We could see the sea of red at China Creek Park next to Science World for the taping of Colbert Report with Stephen Colbert. I wanted to be at the taping, but I did not want to line up at 7 am for 6ish hours. Although, from the photos online, I see he rode a moose, hoisted up a stuffed beaver and sang O Canada to the music of the Star-Spangled Banner.
We checked out all the live shows and zip trek at Robson Square. It was incredible to watch people zip trek across the square. The ice skating rink looked awesome too. It was so great to walk around the crowds of people from all over the world excited and wearing their nations' colours with pride.
We walked down to the Olympic Flame (Cauldron) and took some photos. We also queued for 30 minutes to see the Cauldron from the viewing platform. The mountains were majestic behind Stanley Park. We also went into the movie theatre housed in double-stacked shipping containers to watch a short-film.
On Friday, I rode the new Canada Line train to Yaletown. I was very impressed with the signage and announcements to assist passengers to their destinations. The train felt like a high-class form of transportation. I met Nic in Yaletown. The streets were humming with young folks. I heard that fans has been lined up for the Deadmau5 evening show since 9 am in the morning.
We walked over the Vancouver Library to meet Y. Her mate has been VJing in the Aboriginal Peoples Pavilion all week. You could see the video displays from the exterior next to Queen Elizabeth Theatre. We went to Roxy Burger on Granville Street for dinner. Granville Street was a mad-house full of youths and people wear the flag as capes. A few more friends joined us as we cheered on Manitoba's Jon Montgomery win gold in skeleton.
We met up with a few more friends on Georgia Street and walked around Granville and Robson Streets. The art installations on Granville Street looked fantastic lightened at night.
Then, we went to see the cauldron at night. It was so beautiful. It was around midnight and the streets were still jammed with people. We headed over to Steamworks Pub to have some beers and bites. The pub was adjacent to Germany House, but the cover was $20. Needless to say, the Germany House was empty and the music played was terrible.
On the way home on the Night Bus over the Burrard Bridge, the male youths broke into song singing O Canada.
On Sunday, we tried to go to La Belle Patate for brunch, but the potato cutter broke and the shop was closed. Plan B was Japadog on Burrard and Smithe, but there was a huge lineup. I like Japadog, but not for a half an hour wait. We ended up with grilled panini sandwiches at IGA Marketplace.
We checked out Robson Square. I cheered as the zip trekkers went overhead. We were lucky enough to see the Squamish Nation's Eagle Dancers perform their songs and dances at the stage. Wow, their performance was so mesmerizing. Then, we watched a bit of the Mascots on Ice. Sumi is my favourite.
The naysayers may still be griping about the Olympics in Vancouver. But they are here, so why not enjoy the special events, live performances, showcasing our beautiful city and welcoming International visitors?
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Someone Like You
A survey resulting with the top 10 annoying things at work.
Funny signs from the Flickr Blog.
Funny commercial featuring a Japanese Business Cat (thanks JD!).
Funny signs from the Flickr Blog.
Funny commercial featuring a Japanese Business Cat (thanks JD!).
Monday, February 08, 2010
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