Tid Bits

Helvetica

Star-E — Fri, 14 Sep 2007 22:13:33 GMT

a documentary film by Gary Hustwit is touring the country and I missed the first viewing but now it's time for the second coming. October 5-7 Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, San Francisco CA, USA i feel like such at typography geek, excited by this to the point of ____, well i'll let you fill in the blank. yet i would be even more excited if I could inure this blog entry was in Helvetica for all. Here's some more info: Helvetica is a feature-length independent film about typography, graphic design and global visual culture. It looks at the proliferation of one typeface (which is celebrating its 50th birthday this year) as part of a larger conversation about the way type affects our lives. Helvetica is currently screening at film festivals, museums, design conferences, and cinemas worldwide, followed by the DVD release. Get more info about the film... http://www.helveticafilm.com/about.html

Perseid Meteor Shower - Sunday night at 11pm PT

Star-E — Sat, 11 Aug 2007 17:26:27 GMT

According to the best estimates, this year Earth is predicted to cut through the densest part of the Perseid stream sometime around 2 a.m. ET on Monday. That corresponds to 11 p.m. PT Sunday for those living in the western United States or Canada. (8 p.m. EST) The interval when the meteors will be falling at their highest rates will likely last several hours or more on either side of these times. As a result, it is the late-night hours Sunday, on through the first light of dawn Monday, that holds the greatest promise of seeing a very fine Perseid display. The moon, whose bright light almost totally wrecked last year's shower, will have zero impact this year. The moon will be new on Sunday, meaning that there will be no interference from it at all.

mystery of levitation 'solved'

Star-E — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 19:52:14 GMT

It looks like we might get those levitation boot's after all. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/08/06/nlevitate106.xml According to Telegraph.co.uk as of 8/8/2007 1:41am BST: Levitation has been elevated from being pure science fiction to science fact, according to a study reported today by physicists.

kodamas

Star-E — Thu, 07 Jun 2007 03:23:23 GMT

i don't know if it will happen it's just that i have been talking about it for month's now and i feel i must give it a decent try. this is the concept image for the mutant vehicle that with fingers crossed will grace the playa this year. The dream will include lots of lights and the sounds of BRBC 99.1 all solar powered radio.

Support 4 the gifts you have received

Star-E — Fri, 15 Dec 2006 23:16:37 GMT

So as it turns out the Conexus Cathedral from Burning Man 2006 is still working to recoup costs. The project was a wonderful success attracting international attention and even showing up on satellite imagery. There were over 20 weddings and a fabulous dance events! They still need to raise $7k to cover some unexpected last minute expenses primarily related to safety and structural integrity that were not optional. The structure could not have happened had this money not been spent. So if you enjoyed this structure and want to help please consider making a tax deductible donation before the end of the year. It would really be appreciated and enable them to move forward toward BM 2007. To donate, go to http://conexusvillage.org/donate. To donate via PayPal, use the email conexusqueen@gmail.com.

Thanksgiving fun :)

Star-E — Mon, 20 Nov 2006 20:51:42 GMT

Why did they let the turkey join the band? Because he had the drumsticks Why did the police arrest the turkey? They suspected it of fowl play. Why did the turkey cross the road? It was the chicken's day off. Which side of the turkey has the most feathers? The outside Enjoy your Holiday!!!

face mash up

Star-E — Fri, 10 Nov 2006 19:29:14 GMT

hay look what a friend found on the interwebs today. calling all you photoshop experts into action!

Spinal Tap 10/31/06

Star-E — Wed, 25 Oct 2006 21:35:09 GMT

That's right my lovelies it's 'SPINAL TAP' this Halloween!!!! Toas Hum will be outdoing them selves in a tribute performance as Spinal Tap!!! for the annual Red Devil Lounge Halloween Tribute Show this is a show not to be missed... you can beg for things any day of the year.... but this is a one time only offer. so bring your bad ass costumed up sassy self over and join in the mayhem! I'll be the fuzzy black cat with pink bits. Red Devil Lounge: http://www.reddevillounge.com 1695 Polk Street (at Clay), San Francisco, CA 94109 ADVANCE: $7 NIGHT OF SHOW: $10 DOORS OPEN: 8pm Costumes encouraged

to carve or not to carve that is the question?

Star-E — Tue, 17 Oct 2006 03:49:59 GMT

what will you create?

luv the hugs

Star-E — Mon, 02 Oct 2006 22:29:50 GMT

hugs might possibly be one of my favorite things in the world. And yet for many years i repressed it. Unsure of the others comfort with physical touch. now i try to let it roam free and even have different styles for different people or interactions. but i haven’t tried this and it sure does look like a fun thing to try some afternoon. an exercise in openness perhaps or of giving to those you don't even know. So here's to hugs all around . . . http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vr3x_RRJdd4 Thank you Tom for sharing this :-)

friday afternoon cuteoverload break

Star-E — Fri, 29 Sep 2006 21:47:57 GMT

Well it's Friday, and I’m ready for some cuteness... I know plenty of you are familiar with this site but some of you may not be...and how could I let you live that kind of life... One of many photos’ - Cats in boxes part 4590 http://www.cuteoverload.com/

Possibly Cutest iPod Covers Ever

Star-E — Thu, 14 Sep 2006 17:38:09 GMT

I want one! I want one! there is no doubt in my mind these will be a huge hit here... someday in the future, but for now the earlier adopter that i am will have to try to be the first on the block with one!!!! unless you get one first... "The Bibis turn your iPod or MacBook into ferocious little beasts, killing other devices with the sheer power of cuteness. Designers Laura and Paulina debuted these gems at the Apple Expo in Paris." to find out more visit: http://www.core77.com/ If you want one of these iPod covers, the Bibis don’t have a website yet, but you can e-mail them at laurenandpaulina@hotmail.fr.

Playa dust covering your car?

Star-E — Tue, 12 Sep 2006 04:09:10 GMT

if you haven't cleaned off the playa dust yet consider recreating art. When the dust gets thick on the back window, Scott Wade uses it as a canvas to create temporary works of art. Among his creations was a portrait of Kinky Friedman on the back of the Mazda driven by his wife. Besides his finger, he uses traditional art tools, such as paintbrushes, and unconventional ones, like a chewed Popsicle stick, to make his drawings.

Altered Vision

Star-E — Tue, 15 Aug 2006 05:06:25 GMT

the great thing about creative vision and conceptual design is the freedom from budgets... and yet often constraints though challenging can yield amazing shifts and new solutions. so the original design for the alters involved mettle work that would have been beautiful but not reasonable... so the alters were redesigned to meet the budget and i think their even better with special sauce... i was able to incorporate design elements from the beautiful rose window onto the surfaces of the alters. the photo gives a glimpse of them almost completed. so two beautiful alters to adorn the cathedral... i just cant wait to see them on the playa dust and all.

cuddling snuggling purr

Star-E — Tue, 15 Aug 2006 04:52:04 GMT

in a window right next to the warehouse where conexus is building the cathedral elements for BM 2006 was the best cuddling kitties i think i have ever seen so... i had to share naturally. wishing you all good snuggling :)

Zombie Flash Mob 9/19

Star-E — Tue, 15 Aug 2006 02:24:32 GMT

Something sinister is stirring in the streets of San Francisco. Email everyone you know to be on alert! It's a Zombie Flash Mob This Saturday, August 19. 2pm. More information at http://eatbrains.com

FLASHDANCE: #3: 8/5 - NEAR THE FERRY BUILDING @ 8PM

Star-E — Thu, 03 Aug 2006 19:56:47 GMT

FLASHDANCE 3 THIS SATURDAY - Plaza @ Ferry Building Our next FREE outdoor dance party will be: Saturday 8/5 at 8:00PM at the Plaza in front of the Ferry Building WHAT: FlashDance 3 - our THIRD, FREE impromptu outdoor dance party! The last one was soooo fantubric! Let's do it again. WHEN: THIS Saturday, 8/05/06 @ 8pm PLEASE BE ON TIME (Critical mass is important for dance parties) WHERE: Well the voters have spoken & we'll be shakin it at the Plaza in Front of the Ferry Building - that's where Market meet Embarcadero for those who don't know: http://tinyurl.com/klzzx Note: IF THE SOUND IS BAD WE MIGHT MOVE NEAR ABOUTS - SO IF AT FIRST YOU DON"T SEE US - LISTEN FOR US - we'll be close! DETAILS: FlashDance is a flash mob dance party. Basically, we set a time and a place & show up. I'll be there with a sound system & DJ up a storm. You. Will. Boogie. This is the third one - the first two were GREAT- see the website for details. Bring Friends, drinks, cookies, whatever you want! IF YOU BRING ALCOHOL - PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU COVER IT - WE ALMOST GOT SHUT DOWN FOR THIS LAST TIME. This is still a new thing - so SHOW UP and make it a success. If you are not already on the email list PLEASE SIGN UP by emailing me or going to the website. QUESTIONS/COMMENTS/WANNA GET ON THE LIST?: Go to the website: http://www.deeptrouble.com/flashdance.html or email me: deep@deeptrouble.com If you are pretty sure you can make it, send me an email, just to let me know... Of course, you can just show up REGARDLESS- but if you can let me know, please do... RANDOM PLUG: Go see Al Gore's movie "AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH" - it ROCKS Official website of FlashDance: http://www.deeptrouble.com/flashdance.html

Why?

Star-E — Tue, 18 Jul 2006 06:08:38 GMT

I guess you can make a business out of anything, even clothing for guinea pigs. Who would have thought? http://cuddlycavies.homestead.com/clothes.html

Style vs. Function

Star-E — Tue, 18 Jul 2006 05:16:50 GMT

I’ve been looking at the differences between things design for style or function. When I ran across this product it really challenged me to examine when products should focus on function. What role does consumerism play in the acceptance of things made just for style? All big questions with no anzwers right now. No matter what it look’s like a good pass it along therapy gift. to know more: 'The Ex' 5-piece SS Knife Set with Unique Holder http://www.overstock.com/?page=proframe&prod_id=1892705

Like riding a bike

Star-E — Sun, 09 Jul 2006 17:52:05 GMT

Yesterday marked the end of a long hiatus from the metal arts. Gosh the last time i picked up a torch was 10 years ago. where does the time go and why do we stop doing what we love? must work on minimizing that. anyhow it came back like riding a bike and still so much fun. welding, grinding and teaching others how to, such a wonderful saturday even thought i was inside. I cant wait to see the structure glowing on the plya, walk/ride over to it, stand under the arches 40 feet in the air and know i helped build the experience. And from the looks of it, I'll be doing a lot of the work to build my alter design too :)

Meerkat Manor on Animal Planet

Star-E — Sun, 02 Jul 2006 02:59:27 GMT

just so cute! Making me wish i had TiVo. With all the love, squabbling, self-sacrifice and rivalry found in any family, a group of meerkats struggles to survive in Africa's Kalahari Desert. Animal Planet's new 13-part series, Meerkat Manor, is All My Children meets Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom. Don't let their cuddly appearance fool you though — there's a good reason these meerkat families are called a "mob." http://animal.discovery.com/fansites/meerkat/about/about.html Meerkat Manor airs Fridays at 8 p.m. ET/PT