Monthly Archives: March 2012

Despairingly Demotivating

There is a company that I simply adore, because of their sarcastic sense of humor. I have two of their motivators on my desk to not only remind me of life, but to laugh at some of my biggest obstacles: … Continue reading

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We The Menu

                              Just a thought… Is this really how we want to live? Why isn’t this the main topic of discussion in society (& in politics)? Well, … Continue reading

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Embrace Difference

This interview with Rick Genest (aka Rico the Zombie) by Avant/Garde Diaries is a pretty moving short that takes you into the mind of a performing artist whose trade (and looks) make him stand apart from all that’s normal. Looks … Continue reading

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Milky Mountain

                        How often do we get to see the Milky Way like this? Kae Horng Mau took this image for National Geographic, and it is something to behold. Here … Continue reading

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Ningyō

I just found this video on the Living Artists of Japan, with artisans who are known for their Hina Dolls which come out on Girl’s Day (March 3rd) or Hinamatsuri. While these dolls (called ningyō in Japanese) range in materials, … Continue reading

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Another Form of Art: Kanzashi

                Since we’re talking about art from Japan, I wanted to show you another form of functional art known as Kanzashi (which dates from the Jōmon period). As hair was an important part … Continue reading

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Wagashi

If you’ve been to Japan, then you know all about Wagashi. It’s the traditional Japanese confection that is a form of art that pleases the palette as well as the eyes. Usually seen at tea ceremonies, it can either be … Continue reading

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Alternative Viewing

meanwhile, in another universe…                   I am so glad that today I found this picture up on Reddit (man, I love their humor). Frankly, I’ve been really deflated this week as things … Continue reading

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Stronger

http://youtu.be/Nf_7hfA5Pgk We’ve all lived with bullying at one time or another. Some managed to leave it behind and grow stronger, while others are still looking for the strength to stand up. Megan Landry went a step further and made a … Continue reading

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Sandy Etchings

And once again, Twitter lets me discover an artist who canvas is not only big but also gritty. Andres Amador makes incredible sand etchings or beach art using rakes and a whole lot of imagination along with lucky timing. Can … Continue reading

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