Bright Lights and a Right Brain translated:

Miami Critical Mass : Friday, January 27th

2012-01-26T08:18:00.003-05:00

info C/O: http://www.themiamibikescene.com

Friday, January 27th
6:30pm

Government Center
150 NW First Street
Downtown Miami

We will be riding through Downtown, East Little Havana, West Flagler, Coral Way, Little Havana, and The Roads. The route is available here, total distance slightly over 12 miles. It's strongly suggested that you print a copy of the map for yourself in case you are tardy. The ride stops/ends at The Filling Station, which offers specials on food & drinks for cyclists. It's conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Miami and just two blocks from Government Center.

Don't forget to bring bicycle lights. It's the law!

Please read the tips & guidelines to help you understand what is expected of all participants on this community ride. Cyclists ride at their own risk and assume responsibility for their own safety! This is a very big group, look out for one another.

We will be leaving at 7:15pm sharp. If you arrive late you will be left behind, the ride starts & ends in Downtown Miami. Rain or shine!

RSVP on Facebook.

Cue Notes:

The Filling Station will have specials for cyclists including $3 PBR tallboys and a $5 food menu (burgers, wings & veggie wraps), they also have indoor & outdoor seating plus an upstairs with televisions, foosball & air hockey. Bring a bicycle lock if you intend on going inside! See you there!

* Riders are advised to immediately clear the street and not obstruct traffic outside the establishment once we arrive, please move yourselves and bicycles to the surrounding sidewalks and/or parking lot across the street.

Why we've got to stop SOPA ans PIPA

2012-01-20T11:24:00.002-05:00

Members of Congress are trying to do the right thing by going after pirates and counterfeiters but SOPA and PIPA are the wrong way to do it.
1. SOPA and PIPA would censor the Web

The U.S. government could order the blocking of sites using methods similar to those employed by China. Among other things, search engines could be forced to delete entire websites from their search results. That’s why 41 human rights organizations and 110 prominent law professors have expressed grave concerns about the bills.
2. SOPA and PIPA would be job-killers because they would create a new era of uncertainty for American business

Law-abiding U.S. internet companies would have to monitor everything users link to or upload or face the risk of time-consuming litigation. That’s why AOL, EBay, Facebook, Google, IAC, LinkedIn, Mozilla, Twitter, Yahoo and Zynga wrote a letter to Congress saying these bills “pose a serious risk to our industry’s continued track record of innovation and job-creation.” It’s also why 55 of America’s most successful venture capitalists expressed concern that PIPA “would stifle investment in Internet services, throttle innovation, and hurt American competitiveness”. More than 204 entrepreneurs told Congress that PIPA and SOPA would “hurt economic growth and chill innovation”.
3. SOPA and PIPA wouldn’t stop piracy

To make matters worse, SOPA and PIPA won’t even work. The censorship regulations written into these bills won’t shut down pirate sites. These sites will just change their addresses and continue their criminal activities, while law-abiding companies will suffer high penalties for breaches they can’t possibly control.

There are effective ways to combat foreign “rogue” websites dedicated to copyright infringement and trademark counterfeiting, while preserving the innovation and dynamism that have made the Internet such an important driver of American economic growth and job creation. Congress should consider alternatives like the OPEN Act, which takes targeted and focused steps to cut off the money supply from foreign pirate sites without making US companies censor the Web.

Dave Mossop & JP Auclair Make a dope showing for ALL I CAN

2012-01-10T15:41:00.002-05:00

JP Auclair Street Segment (from All.I.Can.) from Sherpas Cinema on Vimeo.

Above is a segment from the film/project titled: All I Can.
...An unparalleled cinematic experience: All.I.Can is a stunning exploratory essay that compares the challenges of big mountain skiing to the challenges of global climate change. Shot on 6 continents over 2 years, the world’s best skiers deliver inspirational performances while ground-breaking cinematography expands our vision of the natural world.

StyleProfile: CK Jeans Waxed Leather Adam Oxfords

2012-01-05T08:58:00.007-05:00

So the freshness this winter season is in full effect... I just wanna say i love the fact that "wingtips are on and poppin" in the streets once again. With that said the pair of shoes that have really caught my eye in the last few weeks is the Adam Oxfords being offered up by the Calvin Klein Jeans "style house".

The shoe features:

A Distressed leather upper.
Lace-up closure.
Leather lining.

The worn in treatment of the toe and heal are personally my favorite aspect of this shoe, making it perfect for casual, club, or semi formal evenings.

"The SWAGGER is strong within you my son"

22 delicious juice recipes for a healthier and LIGHTER year

2012-01-04T07:53:00.008-05:00

Happy New Year all, in line with keeping up with those of us that have openly and subconsciously declared a new focus on healthful living, I've posted 22 great tasting, stomach filling, waist trimming juice recipes for you to use at your will... enjoy!

Juice Recipes:

ABCs
2 Asian pears
2 Apples (Choose any variety!)
2 Beets
2 Carrots
1 cup Cabbage (choose any variety!)
6 handfuls Chard 3 cups
Calories: 430
Protein: 11 g
Fiber: 2 g

Apple-Beet-Carrot Juice
1 Apple
2 Beets
3 Large Carrots
1 Piece Ginger (thumb sized)
4 cups Spinach/Kale
Calories: 280
Protein: 8 g
Fiber: 2 g

Apple-Cantaloupe-Honeydew-Kale-
Swiss Chard
2 Apples
1/2 Cantaloupe
1/2 Honeydew
6-8 leaves Kale
6-8 leaves Swiss Chard
Calories: 320
Protein: 10 g
Fiber: 4 g

Apple-Carrot-Beet
2 Apples
4 Carrots
2 Beets
6 leaves swiss chard - 1.5 cup
1" ginger root (1 tablespoon)
Calories: 300
Protein: 9 g
Fiber: 2.5 g

Apple-Cabbage-Carrot-Swiss Chard-
Ginger-Lemon
2 Apples
1 wedge Red Cabbage
2 Large Carrots
1 Piece Ginger (thumb sized)
6 leaves Swiss Chard
1/4 lemon
Calories: 321
Protein: 10 g
Fiber: 2 g

Beet, Celeriac, Carrot Juice
4 Carrots, stems removed
1/2-1 Apple, seeded
1/2 Celeriac root
1 Beet
1/4 inch slice Ginger root (optional)
Calories: 285
Protein: 7 g
Fiber: 1 g

Blackberry Kiwi
1/4 large Pineapple, core removed and roughly cubed
1 cup Blackberries
1 Kiwi Fruit
1/4 Comice Pear
1/4 cup Coconut Water
30 Mint leaves
Calories: 230
Protein: 5 g
Fiber: 2 g

Carrot-Kale Combo
1 Green Apple
3 handfuls Spinach
6-8 Kale leaves
4 large Carrots
1 piece Ginger (thumb size)
Calories: 280
Protein: 9 g
Fiber: 1 g

Gazpacho Juice
4 Plum Tomatoes
1 large Cucumber
2 stalks Celery
1 Red Bell Pepper
1/4 small Red Onion
2 cups Parsley, leaves and stems, roughly chopped
and packed into the measuring cup
1 Lime
Calories: 250
Protein: 12 g
Fiber: 2 g

Great Green Fruity Mix
2 cups Beet Greens, Red Swiss Chard, Kale, Spinach or a combination,
roughly chopped and packed into the measuring cup
1 Golden Delicious Apple
1/2 Comice Pear
10 Strawberries, green tops cut off
1 cup Coconut Water
Calories: 255
Protein: 6 g
Fiber: 3 g

Great Greens Juice
2 Green Apples
2-3 cups Spinach
6-8 leaves Swiss Chard
1 Cucumber
4 stalks Celery
1/2 Fennel Bulb
1 bunch Basil
Calories: 329
Protein: 16 g
Fiber: 2 g

Green Juice
6 leaves Kale
2 cups Spinach
1/2 Cucumber
4 stalks Celery
2 Apples
1" Ginger root
Calories: 180
Protein: 12 g
Fiber: 1 g

Green Lemonade
1 Green Apple
3 handfuls Spinach, 1.5 cup
6-8 Kale leaves, 2 cups
1/2 Cucumber
4 Celery Stalks
1/2 Lemon
Calories: 210
Protein: 10 g
Fiber: 1 g

Lemon Lime
1 Lemon
1 Lime
2 Asian Pears
2 Green Apples
2 Carrots
1 Piece Ginger (thumb sized)
2 cups Purple Cabbage
Calories: 410
Protein 7 g
Fiber 1 g

Mexican-Style Jugo
2 large Cucumbers
4 cups Cilantro, leaves and stems, roughly chopped and packed
into the measuring cup
1 Lime
1 Poblano Pepper, ribs and seeds removed
1 Golden Delicious Apple
Calories: 200
Protein: 8 g
Fiber: 2 g

Minty-Fresh Berry
2 cups Blueberries
2 Kiwi Fruit
16 Strawberries
2 cups Mint leaves, packed into the measuring cup
Calories: 319
Protein: 5 g
Fiber: 4 g

Purple Power Juice
6 cups Concord Grapes
1 Golden Delicious Apple
2 2 x 2" pieces Ginger
1/2 cup Blackberries
Calories: 480
Protein: 4 g
Fiber: 1.5 g

Refreshing Fennel-Pear
2 Comice Pears
2 medium Fennel Bulbs
Calories: 306
Protein: 7 g
Fiber: 3 g

Spinach-Fennel-Cucumber
1 Fennel Bulb
1 Cucumber
3 Celery Stalks
3 cups Spinach
Calories: 170
Protein: 10 g
Fiber: 1 g

Sunset Blend Juice
1 large Sweet Potato
1 medium Carrot
1 Red Bell Pepper
2 large Red Beets
2 Golden Delicious Apples
1 Orange, optional
Calories: 436
Protein: 9 g
Fiber: 2 g

Sweet N Tart Citrus
3 cups Cranberries
2 2 x 2" pieces Ginger
3 Oranges
2 small Ruby Red Grapefruit
2 Limes
Calories: 500
Protein: 7 g
Fiber: 9 g

V28
3 large Red Beets
2 medium Carrots
2 stalks Celery
4 Plum Tomatoes
4 cups Parsley, leaves and stems, roughly chopped and packed into the measuring cup
1 Jalapeno, ribs and seeds removed
12 Red Radishes
Calories: 340
Protein: 17 g
Fiber: 2 g

ArtBASEL miami 2011

2011-11-22T08:18:00.008-05:00

that time of year again.. here is my picks for the must see must go to events featuring amazing art & music... most are even free ;-)

Spotify's Art Loves Music
12/1/2011 – 12/4/2011
Scheduled performers include Nas, TV on the Radio, and Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings. An Art Basel satellite event.
Exhibit location:
Ricochet Bar & Lounge
3250 NE 1st Ave., Suite 122B
Miami

info: www.spotify.com/blog/archives/2011/11/21/music-loves-art

Basel Castle
12/3/2011 – 12/3/2011
Basel Castle, produced by creative collective, The Overthrow, is a conceptually "re:creative" minifestival combining some of the world's most influential contemporary artists and musicians, with uniquely interactive games, installations, exhibitions, and live performances. The project is a full-day event during the climax of Miami's internationally esteemed Art Basel weekend. It all takes place inside a castle located in the crux of Downtown Miami's Wynwood Art District. An Art Basel satellite event.
Exhibit location:
41 NW 20th St.

For free tickets goto: http://baselcastle.theoverthrow.com/

Art Basel Miami Beach
12/1/2011 – 12/4/2011
Art Basel Miami Beach is the most important art show in the United States, a cultural and social highlight for the Americas. Art Basel Miami Beach combines an international selection of top galleries with an exciting program of special exhibitions, parties and crossover events featuring music, film, architecture and design.
Exhibit location:
Miami Beach Convention Center
1901 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach
info: http://www.artbaselmiamibeach.com/

AOA Tribal Art, Miami 2011 Show
11/30/2011 – 12/4/2011
This inaugural fair features a selection of private dealers showcasing museum-quality traditional art from Africa, Oceania and the Americas. Explore how modern art was conceived. At the end of the 19th century, famous artists work from the likes of Picasso, Matisse and Braque were all profoundly influenced by the Art from Africa, Oceania and the Americas. View African masks, oceanic shields and house panels, as well as ancient zoomorphic vessels from pre-columbian peoples. An Art Basel satellite event.
Exhibit location:
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami
info: http://tribalartmiami.com/

Scope Miami 2011
11/29/2011 – 12/4/2011
The art show that has established its name by curating cutting-edge contemporary art from around the world proudly returns to Miami for its 10th year. Cementing its future with an 80,000 square foot pavilion across the street from Art Miami, SCOPE Miami's high-profile venue is centrally located in the heart of the Wynwood Arts District. An Art Basel satellite event. Wed.-Sat.11 a.m-7 p.m.; Sun. until 6 p.m.
Exhibit location:
3000 NE 1st Ave.
Miami
info: http://www.scope-art.com/

Art Asia
11/30/2011 – 12/4/2011
This fair brings more than 60 galleries together to showcase paintings, photography, sculpture, mixed media, video and installations from established and emerging Asian artists. An Art Basel satellite event.
Exhibit location:
Art Asia - Miami Midtown
2901 N. Miami Ave.
Wynwood
info: http://www.artasiafair.com/

Graffiti Gone Global (GGG)
12/1/2011 – 12/4/2011
Graffiti Gone Global (GGG), powered by SUSHISAMBA, announces its fifth consecutive exhibition of urban contemporary art and design during Art Basel Miami Beach. At the center of GGG 2011 are three acclaimed artists whose respective focuses in architecture, design and street art speak to the brand's evolving nature. The work of Marc Fornes, Volkan Alkanoglu, and Billi Kid of Public Works Department will transform the 'Rotunda,' a 10,000-square-foot cornerstone in Midtown Miami. An Art Basel satellite event.
Exhibit location:
3252 NW 1st Ave., Suite 101
Miami
info: http://www.gggexhibit.com/

Art Whino: ART BASEL
3 Day exhibit during Art Basel Miami
Event Location:
425 NW 26th St
Miami, Florida 33127

Friday Dec 2nd and Saturday Dec 3rd
General Admission
Noon-8pm
Free Admission
Sunday Dec 4th
General Admission
Noon-5pm
Free Admission

Show Reception Saturday Dec 3rd
8pm-Midnight
Live Painting by participating artists
Complimentary Beverages by Milagro and Izze
Music by DJ Adrian Loving
RSVP ONLY EVENT
RSVP to ArtBasel2011@artwhino.com
Tattoo Artists on the premise Friday-Sunday to immortalize your favorite piece! $40 Tattoos will be provided by industry elites Joe Capobianco, Jesse Smith, Eric Merrill, Christian Perez, Scott White, and Jason Stephan.
info: http://artwhino.com/_webapp_4062383/Art_Basel_2011

Multiversal Miami 2011
Thursday, December 1 – Sunday, December 5
During Art Basel Miami Beach 2011
Multiversal Miami Event Space
193 NW 24th Street, Miami
Wynwood Arts District
Scheduled Events (Schedule to be updated)
Thu / Dec 1:
11am-12pm: VIP Screening and Champagne Brunch / $20 entry
12pm-5pm: Gallery Open to public / free
2pm-3pm: Film Festival & Promotional drinks / free
6pm-12am: Opening show, Special events, Fashion show, Promotional drinks, Live performances, music and DJ’s / $5
Fri / Dec 2:
12pm-5pm: Gallery Open to public / free
2pm-3pm: Film Festival & Promotional drinks / free
6pm-12am: Special events, Fashion show, Promotional drinks, Live performances, music and DJ’s until / $5
Sat / Dec 3:
12pm-5pm: Gallery Open to public / free
2pm-3pm: Film Festival & Promotional drinks / free
6pm-12am: Special events, Fashion show, Promotional drinks, Live performances, music and DJ’s / $5
Sun / Dec 4:
12pm-5pm: Gallery Open to public / free
2pm-3pm: Film Festival & Promotional drinks / free
6pm-12am: Closing show, Special events, Fashion show, Promotional drinks, Live performances, music and DJ’s / $5

info: http://multiversalmiami.com/

2 more events (added tuesday Novermber 29th)

Mr. Brainwash Art Basel 2011 Mr. Brainwash will be re returning to Art Basel with a new show in the same building that he completely took over last year. If 2010 was any indication of what he has in store, 2011 should and will be pretty crazy. The Boulon building located at 2000 Collins Avenue will be decoured with a mix of his signature street and pop art, oil paintings, sculptures and installations. There will be a pre-opening showing of Mr. Brainwash’s show on Wednesday November 30th at 7PM, and will then be open to the public from December 1st through December 4th.

Show location: Boulan South Beach, 2000 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139 Hours of operation: Pre-opening November 30th – 7:00pm to 11:00pm December 1st thru 3rd – noon to 10:00pm December 4th – 1:00pm to 8:00pm
http://www.mrbrainwash.com/home.html

Friends With You Art Basel 2011 FriendsWithYou is proud to announce the exhibition “Inner Space, the Secrets of the Unknown!” Showing for Miami Art Basel in the FWY studio space, opening Thursday, Dec. 1st. FriendsWithYou exhibits its latest sculptures, precious objects, and a new edition of prints. The pieces on display are figurative self-reflective treasures, levitating in a space continuum, revealing something other wise inaccessible. These archetypes and symbolic artifacts are frozen in time, and serve to empower, relate, and offer everything that is infinite and true. Inner Space, the Secrets of the Unknown provides a way of observing ourselves and finding out everything we always knew. Stop by for many magical surprises! Opening Reception: Thursday, December 1st, 7pm to 10pm

Art Basel Hours: 11am to 7pm Closed on Sunday Exhibition runs Dec. 1st – Jan 28th

Friends With You 3930 NE 2nd Ave Suite 202 Miami FL 33137 // 305.722.8484 RSVP@friendswithyou.com For more information on the exhibit please contact eva.seta@friendswithyou.com // 305.722.8478
http://www.friendswithyou.com/blog/inner-space-the-secrets-of-the-unknown

Doing a Live Group Mural with the Multiversal Group During 2011 Miami Art Basel

2011-11-21T09:06:00.004-05:00

Catch me Thursday Dec 1st as I do a life mural with at the Multiversal Group art Exhibition....

Location:
194 nw 24th street
Wynwood Art District
Miami, Fl 33179

here is the lowdown:
Art Basel Miami Beach, a cultural and social highlight for the Americas, is considered the most important art show throughout the United States. As the sister event of Switzerland’s Art Basel, it has served as the most prestigious art show worldwide for the past forty years. In that spirit, for the duration of Art Basel, More than Art Group & Kazilla Productions will be hosting the art collaborative Multiversal 2011 – a unique series of exhibitions showcasing the works of many talented emerging and established artists from all around the world.

Multiversal is the brainchild of rising star Cassie “Kazilla” Williams and was founded in 2009 during Art Basel. In this first year, Multiversal 2009 drew in more than 4,000 visitors; and then in 2010, Multiversal became a fan favorite attracting more than 7,000 people into the heart of Miami’s Wynwood Art District. This year we are expecting twice as many people to attend our Multiversal 2011 show. The Multiversal experience features various emerging and established artists from all around the world — including designers, film-makers, body painters, artistic performers, bands, contemporary artists and many more.

see: http://multiversalmiami.com/ for more details

an oldy but goody!

2011-11-21T08:42:00.003-05:00

So about a week ago a friend of mine posted a track from the Busta Rhyme 1998 release E.L.E. When i gave it a quick listen it reminded me of how good a lot of the hip hop from the early to mid 90s sounded.. i quickly started digging up a lot of my music frm then to indulge in some audio goodness.

It also reminded me of how good Busta's 2002 release titled "It aint safe no More: was and how it was totally slept on. (album only went gold). With that in mind i decided to give it another listen and guess what..... it still sounds great!

If you've never heard it I suggest you go give it a listen!

Happy Movember!

2011-11-14T08:53:00.003-05:00

Movember is an annual, month-long event involving the growing of moustaches/facial hair during the month of November. The event was conceived in 1999 by a group of Australian men from Adelaide. It is also known as "Novembeard".

Since 2004, the Movember Foundation charity has run Movember events to raise awareness and funds for men's health issues, such as prostate cancer and depression, in Australia and New Zealand. In 2007, events were launched in Ireland, Canada, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Greece, Spain, the United Kingdom, Israel, South Africa, Taiwan and the United States.

The rules of conduct given on the November site are:-

1. Once registered at movember.com each mo bro must begin the 1st of Movember with a clean shaven face.

2. For the entire month of Movember each mo bro must grow and groom a moustache.

3. There is to be no joining of the mo to your side burns. (That’s considered a beard.)

4. There is to be no joining of the handlebars to your chin. (That’s considered a goatee.)

5. Each mo bro must conduct himself like a true country gentleman.

for more info and how to get involved with efforts click below:
http://us.movember.com/?home

The Moustache Ride (Movember)

2011-11-09T07:52:00.003-05:00

i so wish i could participate in this one!

Saturday, November 12th
10am

Government Center
150 NW 1st Street
Miami, FL 33128

"Join Emerge Miami and CG Rotaract Miami for 'The Moustache Ride'. The ride will end at Margaret Pace Park for a picnic style after party, the Ms. Cheezious food truck will be on location to supply inexpensive tasty treats!

Route

November is Men's Cancer Awareness month and we want to do our part in style by organizing a "moustache mandatory" ride around downtown Miami. Riders are asked to don their best facial hair designs and donate some pocket change to Movember, an international organization funding research for a cure for men's cancer. Movember challenges all men to grow out their moustace's during the month of November, in the spirit of masculinity, brotherhood, and a global effort to raise attention to cancer issues. The funds raised are directed to programs run directly by Movember and their men’s health partners: the Prostate Cancer Foundation, and LIVESTRONG, the Lance Armstrong Foundation. Together, the three channels ensure that Movember funds support a broad range of innovative, world-class programs in the areas of awareness and education, survivorship and research.

Men's natural moustaches are mandatory (but if you can't grow a moustache you are still welcome to come ride!)- any shape you love. Women's moustaches are recommended (and they can be fake, if they have to!).

Donations will go to Movember (suggested donation of $10.00) With an after party at Margaret Pace Park with fun, food, music , and moustachery."

coning! i love it! hahahahaha!

2011-10-27T19:44:00.000-04:00

CREATIVELY INSPIRED!!!!!

2011-10-26T08:38:00.003-04:00

images that get my creative juices flowing....

good old October is back... time for some costumed fun!!!

2011-10-12T10:55:00.002-04:00

my latest Halloween inspired sketchy!

chase the blues away

2011-10-04T09:13:00.001-04:00

always loved this line by childish gambino!

digital sketchy miami submission

2011-10-03T13:56:00.002-04:00

did the sketch of this then colored it in photoshop, think im havin too much fun with these things... lol

currently have wrk up at villa 221... nxt week is the reception

2011-09-29T12:33:00.003-04:00

hope to see you there

fun with illustrator

2011-09-26T12:23:00.003-04:00

So a friend came by my job and she wanted to learn a couple of things on illustrator and photoshop. In our discussions we decided to create a vector portrait of her.. here is the result.. I was very surprised how quickly she caught on, and i rather like the outcome.

newest submission to sketchy miami 9/26

2011-09-26T12:14:00.001-04:00

Florida credit card company giving AK47s as a spending bonus for merchants

2011-09-20T08:21:00.007-04:00

I ever tell you how awesome living in florida is? I mean our credit card company's give out AK47s... whats better then that! see below for details:

Do you happen to need an AK-47, as well as a company to process your credit card transactions?

If so, that would make today your lucky day, strangely enough.

MerchantService.com -- a Sarasota-based company that provides the equipment and processing for credit-card transactions in businesses -- announced its "Free AK-47 Giveaway" yesterday, offering an AK-47 worth up to $750 for new accounts based on how much credit-card processing volume businesses put through the company.

The company doesn't exactly have a cache of AKs sitting in its stock room -- it gives you a voucher to redeem instead -- and while you don't have to get an AK-47, they'd prefer you did.

"Keep in mind we are not simply handing out AK-47 assault rifles to anyone who opens an account with us," the company says. "Instead, you will receive a voucher that can be used towards the purchase of a firearm at any reputable gun shop where you must go through the proper background checks and waiting period that the law requires. If you prefer, the voucher can also be redeemed for cash."

Under the banner on its website that says "God, Guns & Guts" as part of the company's "No Victims" campaign, the company is promoting its services to protect against robberies and such, and apparently assault rifles fit the bill:

One of the most important steps toward ensuring you and your businesses well being is deciding to not be a victim.

According to a survey conducted by Professors James D. Wright and Peter H. Rossi, 56% of the felons surveyed agreed that "A criminal is not going to mess around with a victim he knows is armed with a gun;"

With the all of violence and crime in the US there are many things merchants can do in order to protect themselves in the future.

The website also uses a song that claims "I got rights" -- not the Hank Williams Jr. "I've Got Rights" -- and includes the lyrics "the Good Book says, I got rights."

For the $750 AK, you're going to need to open an account for 15 or more stores and do more than $1 million in volume.

If you do less, the company still offers smaller payouts toward the purchase of your new assault rifle, down to $50 for one store and $100,000 in volume.

(original article: http://blogs.browardpalmbeach.com/pulp/2011/09/free_gun_ak_47_florida_company_merchant_service.php)

newest submission to sketchy miami

2011-09-16T09:40:00.003-04:00

http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif
took like 45 minutes, did it in colored pencil... was pretty fun... you can check out my other sketches by clicking here

Sisqo ‘Thong Song’ For Orchestra #56

2011-09-13T08:08:00.001-04:00

Sisqo ‘Thong Song’ For Orchestra #56

It doesnt get better then this! Sisquo's the thong song arranged for orchrstra! LOL this is simultaeously hilarious and brilliant.
ENJOi!

ps. alittle on the composer: Walt Ribeiro, a New Jersey native, is a composer of classical music. His work has been primarily distributed via the internet. he launched For Orchestra where he arranged pop songs for orchestra. His arrangements have covered songs by Lady Gaga, Radiohead, Pearl Jam, Rimsky Korsakov, and MGMT to name a few. It has since been featured on Comedy Central Tosh.O, Perez Hilton, Green Plastic for his Radiohead arrangement and more.

Ribeiro was born January 25, 1984

SKETCHY MIAMI

2011-09-08T13:08:00.007-04:00

So i was first introduced to sketchymiami.com by a fellow artist and friend that submited 3 sketches to the site. Upon learning about the goal of the site i immediately fell in love with their goal and decided to submit some pieces myself.

this is quite simply the goal of the site:
to create a portrait of every person in Miami. Here’s how it works:

1) Miami residents submit photographs of themselves, along with their names (at least — they can choose to share more information, e.g., birth date, neighborhood, favorite food, et cetera).

2) Local artists — i.e., all locals who consider themselves artists — create portraits based on the submitted photographs. (We call the portraits “Sketchys”.) Artists can work in any medium they choose and do as many Sketchys as they choose. All participating artists have a page on sketchymiami.com where their Sketchys are displayed alongside any personal info they choose to provide (bio, personal website, etc.).

3) As they are completed, the Sketchys appear on the homepage with a link to their photographs and to the artist’s personal page. In this way, each post is as much about the artist as the subject of the Sketchy itself.

Why do this?

The relationship between portrait subject and portraitist is one of the strongest in the history of art. (Think of the bond between Mona Lisa and Leonardo.) Sketchy Miami seeks to facilitate this relationship between thousands of local artists and residents. We believe the intimate nature of the exchange — giving one’s image, one’s face, to an artist to depict — will forge a bond of trust as no other art form could. In time, Sketchy Miami will become a definitive and inspiring testament to Miami’s diversity, ethnic, creative, physiognomic, and otherwise.

No Self-Portrait Policy

Self-portraits are awesome, but they don’t work for Sketchy Miami because the essence of this project is exchange. We want Miami artists and other locals to come together through portraiture, and self-portraits, by definition, do not involve interaction.

below you will find my submissions----

The Camber Comp: hottest thing on the trails right now

2011-09-02T09:04:00.004-04:00

The Camber Comp by Specialized features 120mm of front and rear travel; utilizing a RockShox Recon Silver fork and Tektro Draco hydraulic disc brakes for a plush and versatile trail bike >>> Not to mention with that paint job you'll be tackling many a trail while simultaneously "looking fresh to def"!

If their gonna see you sweat, do it with style!

FREAKS & GEEKS

2011-08-30T11:47:00.001-04:00

latest serving by Donald Glover aka Childish Gambino

Freaks and Geeks from Donald Glover on Vimeo.

enjoy

Fixies = The New Sexy this fall!

2011-08-22T11:26:00.003-04:00

the new urban indicator of cool, "what kinda bike you ride!" here is a sampling of some visually delicious human powered moblity:

Secrets, Regrets, Joys, & Truths

2011-05-21T02:59:00.003-04:00

This marks the first exhibition opening that i have taken part in planning, promoting, and executing. It will also be the official after party for the wynwood art walk.

Art-n-Hustle in association with Christopher Miro Gallery
Presents Secrets, Regrets, Joys & Truths.

As art is a reflection of life, featured art will explore the more subtle moments in life we may miss.

Featured artist:
Nate Dee
Vanessa Craan
Nicole Ricca
T Eliott Mansa

Villa 221
221 NE 17th Street
Miami, Florida

Saturday, June 11 at 8:00pm - June 12 at 12:00am

Music by: Polar Bear Pierre

FREE ENTRY Doors open from 8-12am

The show will also feature performances, music, complimentary wine, full bar, and audio sounds by DJ Polar Bear Pierre.

As always entry is free of charge so be sure to come out ready to enjoy yourself, socialize, and party!

***FEEL FREE TO FRWD THIS INVITE***

i'm showing @ the purple sunday creative art exchange

2011-03-04T17:11:00.005-05:00

Redland Koi Gardens. 25600 sw 147th ave., Homestead, FL 33032

I will have my work on display and also prints available at discount prices. This will be a great event featuring live art, music, food, and other entertainment... best of all admission is FREE!!! hope to see you there!

the press release is below:

MIAMI'S HIDDEN ARTISTIC TALENT SHINES ON PURPLE SUNDAYS
...Purple Sunday is a creative arts exchange festival held to showcase Miami's hot, upcoming
artistic talent, to be held in the beautiful Redlands Koi Gardens in Homestead, Florida on
March 13th, 2011. “Purple Sunday is about providing opportunity and showing people what the
real Miami has to offer,” says organizer and founder Alicia Hugh. “People can come see great
art work, unique lifestyle goods, and live music, but more importantly, they can meet the
creators, find out what inspires them, and allow themselves to become a part of the story,”
revels Ms. Hugh.
Purple Sunday artists and designers have been featured in print publications such as the New
Times and Miami Herald, as well as online publications such as www.thrillist.com, and have
been present at local art events like The Wynnwood Market. “We want Purple Sunday to
become a name synonymous with great local art and design, where artists and vendors,
whether advancing or well-noted, can come to exchange creative ideas, network, and
showcase their work,” adds co-founder Rachel Hugh.
Purple Sunday was birthed in April 2009, when sisters Alicia and Rachel Hugh, with a handful
of friends, realized their creative work had no platform or outlet to show the public. The first
event took place in a neighbourhood backyard, with only a handful of vendors and
approximately 80 attending. The first event generated so much attention and demand that Ms.
Hugh organized the second just months after, in July 2009, and changed the venue to the
Redland Koi Gardens to accommodate more guests. Ten vendors were booked and 250
people attended. This year they are approximating to have 20 vendors and at least 400
people attend.
For further information and vendor details, please contact Alicia Hugh at
info@purplesundayfestival.com , or check out our website at www.purplesundayfestival.com

the truth behind the Bieber phenom

2010-11-01T23:03:00.000-04:00

Fiona Apple - Paper Bag lyrics (appropriated)

2010-10-08T07:57:00.003-04:00

I was staring at the sky
just looking for a star
To pray on, or wish on,
or something like that
I was having a sweet fix
of a daydream of a girl
Whose reality i knew,
was a hopeless to be had
But then the dove of hope
began its downward slope
And I believed for a moment that
my chances were
approaching to be grabbed
But as it came down near,
so did a weary tear
I thought it was a bird,
but it was just a paper bag

*chorus*
Hunger hurts,
and I want her so bad, oh it kills
Cuz I know I'm a mess she don't wanna clean up
I got to fold cuz these hands are
too shaky to hold
hunger hurts,
but starving works
When it costs too much to love

And I went crazy again today,
Looking for a strand to climb
Looking for a little hope
Baby said she couldn't stay,
wouldn't put her lips to mine,
And a fail to kiss is a fail to cope
I said, "Honey, I don't feel so good,
don't feel justified
Come on put a little love here in my void"
She said "It's all in your head",
and I said "So's everything"
But she didn't get it
I thought she was a woman
But she was just a little girl

*chorus*
Hunger hurts,
and I want her so bad, oh it kills
Cuz I know I'm a mess she don't wanna clean up
I got to fold cuz these hands are
too shaky to hold
hunger hurts,
but starving works
When it costs too much to love

Hunger hurts,
but I want her so bad, oh it kills
Cuz I know I'm a mess she don't wanna clean up
I got to fold becuz these hands are just too shaky to hold
hunger hurts, but starving works
When it costs too much to love

Hunger hurts,
but i want her so bad oh it kills
Cuz i know i'm a mess she don't wanna clean up
i got to fold becuz these hands are just too shaky to hold
Hunger hurts,
but starving - it works,
When it cost too much to love.

Process: Self Portrait

2010-09-29T11:42:00.008-04:00

So from time to time I like to document my art making process. This is a self portrait I did about 4 months ago.. I went back and did a few revisions after the final picture was taken just to fix the right eye and tone down a few of the warmer colors. With that being said... ENJOY!

seersucker bicycle social

2010-09-16T18:05:00.005-04:00

get fresh and take a ride around the neighborhood! this actually look to be a good time!

for official info and/or to reserve your catered 14 buck lunch click here

to rsvp for the ride click here

8 Ways to save the Gusman (please read & frwd the info)

2010-09-16T09:05:00.004-04:00

Miami’s Beloved Cultural Center Since 1926

Tucked into Miami’s contemporary skyline is an enchanting Mediterranean courtyard with shimmering stars and golden balconies. Majestic turrets and towers suggest another era when performances were events, and grand theaters provided a dreamlike escape from the modern world.

The Olympia Theater at the Gusman Center for the Performing Arts is not just a “venue” – is the jewel of South Florida arts and entertainment facilities, affording South Florida’s diverse community and its international guests a unique cultural experience that defies comparison.

As you are aware, the Gusman Center has been informed that due to the City of Miami’s budget shortfall, the Theater may not receive funding from the City for the coming fiscal year. Without this financial support, after 84 years in our community, the Gusman’s doors could be forced to close permanently before the year is out.

8 WAYS TO SAVE THE GUSMAN

1. LEARN THE FACTS. The City of Miami has threatened to stop funding the city-owned Gusman Center, a cultural and historic landmark critical to the vitality of downtown. Visit the Advocacy and Press pages at Friends of Gusman website at www.friendsofgusmancenter.org to understand why and what you can do.

2. DONATE. Help Friends of Gusman save the theater by making a tax-deductible donation online at the Friends of Gusman website at www.friendsofgusmancenter.org.

3. CONTACT YOUR ELECTED OFFICIALS AND ATTEND THE CITY OF MIAMI BUDGET HEARINGS. Support Friends of Gusman’s efforts to restore the necessary funding in the city budget. Tell your officials that the Gusman is critical to revitalizing downtown Miami. Sign the online petition, and send your officials a letter directly from our site http://www.friendsofgusmancenter.org/advocacy.html.

When: September 14 at 4:00 pm (1st Budget Hearing)

When: September 27 at 4:00 pm (2nd Budget Hearing)

Where: City of Miami Commission Chambers,

3500 Pan American Drive, Miami.

**** T-shirts will be handed out to all those who come out in support.

Please look for us wearing SAVE GUSMAN shirts at the entrance to City Hall. Phone for more information: Daniella Sforza 305-308-0802, or Robert Hernandez 786-325-8093.

4. CONTACT THE MEDIA. Send your 150-word letter to HeraldEd@MiamiHerald.com; Fax: 305-376-8950; or The Readers’ Forum, Miami Herald, One Herald Plaza, Miami, FL 33132-1693. Include your name, address and a daytime telephone number. Letters may be edited for grammar, brevity and clarity. All letters submitted become the property of The Miami Herald.

5. TELL YOUR FRIENDS. Tell your friends about Friends of Gusman and give send them the link to our page: www.friendsofgusmancenter.org.

6. VISIT THE THEATER. Visit the theater’s online calendar at www.gusmancenter.org/events for a complete list of upcoming shows and community events.

7. RENT THE THEATER. Contact Assistant Theater Director Joyce Fleming at 305-374-2444 or jfleming@gusmancenter.org to discuss renting the Gusman for your performance, social function or corporate event.

8. STAY IN TOUCH. Ask questions and share your ideas on the Gusman Center's Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/gusmancenter, and sign up to receive the theater's monthly e-newsletter at the official Gusman Center website www.gusmancenter.org.

just dropped in to see what condition my condition was in

2010-09-13T08:34:00.001-04:00

oh so fresh styles - the O watch

2010-09-10T14:03:00.003-04:00

The O'Clock watch is a silicon timepiece that is produced in Italy. It comes in 3 sizes (small, medium & large) so it comfortably fits virtually anyone and it's water resistant so feel free to jump in the shower with it!

It's a personal preference whether you want to wear it fitted like a standard watch or loose like a bracelet. The sizes measure as follows:

Small - 3"
Medium - 3.5"
Large - 3.9"

@ only $36 a pop you can get fresh for the low! check out the site here

ethereal sounds

2010-09-08T11:16:00.003-04:00

<a href="http://stewrat.bandcamp.com/album/staying-positive">MOZ by StewRat</a>

Fall for the Arts- work on display

2010-09-07T08:00:00.006-04:00

I will have work on display at the Adrienne Arsht center this Sunday for the Fall for the Arts festival. This is a FREE EVENT that goes from 12pm - 6pm so feel free to pass through.. the event will feature:
The best of Miami's cultural and community service organizations coming together to celebrate the start of the art season...

Two performance stages
Children activities
Food Vendors
Seminars on community based projects
giveaways from over 100 arts organizations
more the 30 Adrienne Arsht center shows on sale

You will find my work under the Life is Art tent/booth

Painting in the Gardens Opening 9/18/10

2010-09-03T09:01:00.001-04:00

Painting in the Gardens Opening 9/18/10

mgmt - kids

2010-09-02T13:02:00.001-04:00

Finally found this version of the video!!!!

lyrics that speak to me

2010-08-27T07:00:00.002-04:00

Regina Spektor - "On the Radio"

This is how it works
It feels a little worse
Than when we drove our hearse
Right through that screaming crowd
While laughing up a storm
Until we were just bone
Until it got so warm
That none of us could sleep
And all the styrofoam
Began to melt away
We tried to find some worms
To aid in the decay
But none of them were home
Inside their catacomb
A million ancient bees
Began to sting our knees
While we were on our knees
Praying that disease
Would leave the ones we love
And never come again

On the radio
We heard November Rain
That solo's really long
But it's a pretty song
We listened to it twice
'Cause the DJ was asleep

This is how it works
You're young until you're not
You love until you don't
You try until you can't
You laugh until you cry
You cry until you laugh
And everyone must breathe
Until their dying breath

No, this is how it works
You peer inside yourself
You take the things you like
And try to love the things you took
And then you take that love you made
And stick it into some
Someone else's heart
Pumping someone else's blood
And walking arm in arm
You hope it don't get harmed
But even if it does
You'll just do it all again

And on the radio
You hear November Rain
That solo's awful long
But it's a good refrain
You listen to it twice
'Cause the DJ is asleep
On the radio
(oh oh oh)
On the radio
On the radio - uh oh
On the radio - uh oh
On the radio - uh oh
On the radio

i'm not the only one that's noticed this disturbing wave

2010-08-24T09:34:00.004-04:00

A little common sense goes a long way.

Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy

painting live @ the WEMERGE bash tomorrow

2010-08-20T08:15:00.005-04:00

If you're in or around Broward tomorrow between 6pm-12am feel free to stop in to Grace Cafe & Gallery, 49 N Federal Highway, Dania Beach, FL for the Wemerge magazine issue release party. Yours truly will be doing a live painting as well as have a few originals and prints available for purchase. Also feature will be Kazilla, Dekal, Japanda, and a few other dope artists that will be painting live as well.

Stop in and say hello! see you tomorrow! :-D

new janelle monae vid

2010-08-06T22:11:00.004-04:00

The other day i came across this over @ freshnerd.com, One on the most ground braking acts to be signed in recent years I am in awe of Janelle Monae... her video for cold war i can only describe as: vulnerable, emotional, introspective, and powerful! enjoy!

a little audio therapy

2010-08-01T08:00:00.001-04:00

paging Dr. West.........

Download Mixtape | Free Mixtapes Provided by DatPiff.com

enjoy!!!!

newest creation

2010-07-28T02:04:00.003-04:00

wanted to share the last piece I've completed... its the first for my thesis .... unfortunately ive been doing more procrastinating then anything and have not even cracked my other planned pieces. in any case hope you enjoy

latest magazine feature

2010-06-18T08:28:00.004-04:00

I am featured in the current june/july issue of Delve magazine! good stuff!

Culture As Usual - my next show

2010-05-27T08:37:00.006-04:00

Art-n-Hustle is doing it again, showcasing some of the best emerging talent in south Florida. WeMerge Magazine will also be in the building with there lastest June issue, come grab a FREE copy. Only 5$ entry and come by for drink specials all night. Live Dj and live Band performances.
Art-n-Hustle ...The Progession

June 12th 2010- Culture as Usual @ the Paul Fisher Gallery, 433 Flamingo Drive, West Palm Bch, FL 33401
7pm - until

my latest piece

2010-05-20T13:57:00.004-04:00

my latest painting titled "That Fateful Summer Afternoon", done in watercolor and acrylic

sweet release by miami's own wrekonize

2010-05-16T08:45:00.001-04:00

Download wrek333 mp3

new freestyle over Marvin Gaye’s “T Plays It Cool” click on the link above

2nd most dangerous place to work

2010-05-14T08:41:00.000-04:00

sad day for miami's art scene

2010-05-12T22:53:00.003-04:00

I just saw this on the305.com.... i still can't believe it!

oldie but goodie

2010-05-06T07:42:00.002-04:00

guess its because tomorrow is Friday, or yesterday's cinco de.... festivities have put me in the frame of mind... but for some reason i just wanna dance Dance DANCE... so here's an oldie but goodie by NY super deejay... DJ Willie.. enjoy and lets get our salsa on!

DJ WILLIE PRESENTS - SALSA BLENDS (DJWILLIE.COM) by DJWILLIE

cinco de mayo just got B@d @$$

2010-05-06T05:58:00.001-04:00

pics of me painting live last sunday for the Electric canvas event @ Crazy 8s sport lounge

2010-05-05T14:12:00.005-04:00

The event was alot of fun and at the end of the night the paintings were raffled of, I'd definitely do it again

I'm showing on May 6th, pass by and say hi

2010-04-30T08:46:00.002-04:00

Twilight Notes and Vionette Photography are proud to Present-

"Dialect"

May 6th 8-12am at
Brew Urban Cafe
At Himmarashee in Downtown Ft.Lauderdale

Twilight Notes will be mixing it up while you look at paintings, photography, and mixed media art by your local artists.

Twilight Notes Dj's Esoteric and Adam Foster will be performing a tag team dj set of downtempo, dub, hip hop, indie/disco, and more... and we are very excited to bring you a special guest set from the infamous DJ Sensitive Side.

VIONETTE WWW.VIONETTEPHOTOGRAPHY.COM
GWEN GERSCH
NATE DEE WWW.NATEDEE.COM
DEKAL WWW.JEFFDEKAL.COM
CINDY SHAW WWW.CKSMETALART.BLOGSPOT.COM
STEVE BAUM (INK)
GIL CELIA WWW.GILCELIA
RICHARD VERGES
TOBI SALVER WWW.TONISALVER.COM
LINDSEY GRACE WWW.LINDSAYGRACE.COM

Event Photography by Stephanie-Rae Berzon NOZREB.COM

Special happy hour prices during the event on Brew's infamous selection of eclectic coffees, teas, micro brews, and wine.

Dialect.

This is the language that we speak.

Penguin Prison - Marina & The Diamonds - I Am Not A Robot (Penguin Prison Remix)

2010-04-30T08:17:00.001-04:00

Penguin Prison - Marina & The Diamonds - I Am Not A Robot (Penguin Prison Remix)

cool tune by Marina & the Diamonds and remixed by Penguin Prison! Click the link above and enjoy!

what's hot this spring

2010-04-06T12:51:00.005-04:00

Mustache themed parties:

the fake mustache, while controversial still has its appeal, and what more appealing than a room full of them! yeah it makes you look like a pervert... What's that you say, the guy with the pencil thin hairlip stache looks like a creep... that is probably affirmative... but hey there's strength in numbers... and in this case a bit of coolness as well!

1 for the annals of obnoxiousness

2010-03-23T07:55:00.002-04:00

A crystallized Mercedes-Benz SL600, studded with 300,000 glasses crystal of Swarovski is shown above at the pavilion of custom car accessory company Garson/D.A.D at Tokyo Auto Salon 2009 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, east of Tokyo,

Handsome men's club

2010-03-09T23:51:00.001-05:00

lol.....

my next major showing

2010-02-22T11:32:00.005-05:00

more info to soon follow

I'm showing this saturday Feb. 13th

2010-02-09T19:00:00.008-05:00

check me out this saturday:
i will be showing at all these location.. pretty crazy huh :-D

February 13th 2010-

Auteur Explosion XIII "Lucky Thirteen" festival @ Cinema Paradiso
503 SE 6th ST.
Fort Lauderdale, FL. 33301
9pm-1am
(i will be here from 9 to 12)

Wemerge presents: Merged show
Buena Vista Building
180 NE 39th St., Suite 120
miami (design district)
7pm - 10pm
(i will be here from 7 to 8)

Valentine's Masquerade Event
7300 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, Fl
10pm - 3am
(I will be here after 12:30)

Haiti relief option

2010-02-09T07:52:00.007-05:00

BlackHeart couture has teamed up with Aliakim to bring a Haiti relief tee and soon coming maxi dress... here is the mock up that will soon be on sale in various South Florida locations as well as the BlackHeart Couture website. Proceeds from all sales will be donated to the red cross.

Be stylish, raise awareness, and support the worldwide effort simultaneously!

my latest piece

2010-02-05T13:29:00.003-05:00

"Not Merely to The Sensory". acrylic and watercolor.

so i've been grindin it out the last two week, 3 paintings completed and starting a fourth... i really wanna keep up this momentum for the rest of this new year... so far so good... two paintings, 1 magazine feature, an online interview, and i am showing at two different places on February 13th.... can you say, "Lets make it Happen and keep it Movin?!"

itsy bitsy prostitution part2

2010-02-01T17:41:00.004-05:00

for my 2nd installment of itsy bitsy prostitution... current channel's Connor Knighton care of infomania further shows why kiddie beauty pageants are twisted, disturbing, and unsettling in so may ways.

my site is finally up!!!!

2010-01-28T11:04:00.003-05:00

glad to say my site is finally up. check it out... features my art as well as all things related to the Nathan Delinois the fine artist!

http://www.natedee.com

WU Tang vs the Beatles : Enter the magical mystery chambers

2010-01-22T10:08:00.005-05:00

pure audio Love here..... this will be on heavy rotation on my MP3 player for a minute!
Thanks to Keith over at www.freshnerd.com for puttin me on this one!

<a href="http://wutangvsthebeatles.bandcamp.com/album/enter-the-magical-mystery-chambers">Wu Vs Beatles (Intro) by Wu Tang Vs The Beatles</a>

The new york Rubber Room

2010-01-21T18:40:00.005-05:00

notable quote: "if you really hated teaching and you really liked playing cards... the moneys the same."

my most recent painting

2010-01-13T13:07:00.003-05:00

titled , "Inner Vision",
roughly took 3.25 hrs in watercolor

Gotcha... lol

2010-01-12T10:30:00.005-05:00

As a painter i am always on the search for good source imagery for my body of work, i have been lucky enough to know interesting and a wide assortment of friends to call upon to sit for me to do sketches or take photos.... and when worse comes to worse i fall on old photos or stock images... I always find it interesting when i find a piece out there that i love for one reason or another.. and later by happenstance i come across an image or photo that was sourced to make that painting i liked so much.... my newest discovery is the source image that was used by artist Lani Imre to created her most delectable painting titled "Stashia"

I definitely love where she went with this piece.
kudos to ya Lani

artistocats mag feature

2010-01-11T08:53:00.002-05:00

i caught a feature in the artistocats mag.... more info soon

M.O.S. Definate

2010-01-04T13:19:00.001-05:00

all access look at the man, the actor, the rapper

future classic interview with nate dee and blackheart couture

2009-12-11T06:16:00.004-05:00

JahFe Live - Black Heart Couture - Miami Future Classic Festival @ Yahoo! Video

so when i did the future classic show i did an interview with a couple of pretty cool cats... looks like its been edited and put it on their respective websites... thanks to the good folks at artisticats for the exposure!

adding my two cents to the pile of change left on Art Basel miami

2009-12-07T13:25:00.010-05:00

So it's Monday... i am still fighting the remnants of fatigue left by the four day whirlwind that is Miami Art Basel. Overall i will say I had a great time.... in years past i would go to the big show at the convention center and 1 or two openings/events. This year I reside myself to go as hard as possible in the afternoons and nights, while continuing to be an active and contributing member of the workforce at my day job..... what a mistake.. lol

With the previous said and done.. three nods, three cheers, and a tip of the hat go to the organizers, city officials, police, artists, and all others that took part in this mega cultural marathon. With as many people that where in miami from north miami to coral gables... all things ran smoothly.

bellow are the shows and event i saw/ attended in no particular order:

AquaMiami
Mutiversal art show
Graffiti Gone Global by SushiSamba
Art show @ O.H.W.O.W
Eat your art out by MSG
Charcoal Gallery New Brow show
Scope Miami
Foci Gallery
Art Basel big show @ the convention center
Imaginary Friends
Foci Gallery show
Transit Lounge Party
Mural Park featuring public works
Art Miami
Artcenter of Florida's new brow show
First Flight Group Graffiti wall off of sw 7th ave and 34th

all were great.... the stand outs would have to be AquaMiami and the Scope miami show... they by far where hands down the two best shows of the weekend.

side notes I actually met artists el Mac & Retna while they were doing an amazing mammoth sized mural just off of 195 and I95... they are really some laid back super cool guys. I also met Mear one at the Scope show.... he has gotta be one of the most humble human being I've met in my life... I was truly impressed and honored. Above are some pictures from the weekend.... enjoy!

Miami must see's for Art Basel weekend

2009-12-03T10:13:00.015-05:00

Aquamiami/ GENart Vanguard
Aqua is pleased to be featuring Gen Art Vanguard this year at Aqua Wynwood. Gen Art debuted its Vanguard fair in Miami last year during Art Basel week, bringing together the top galleries, hottest artists, and individuals who are defining the New Contemporary art movements. From Pop Surrealism and New Brow to Urban Contemporary, Vanguard aims to advance the dialogue about these emerging contemporary art movements and their cultural context within the art world.
Gen Art Vanguard
42 NE 25th St. Miami FL 33137 (at N Miami Ave)
Preview Brunch (VIP & Press Preview): Thursday morning, December 3, 10am – 1pm
Gen Art Vanguard Gala Party: Thursday evening, December 3 8-11pm (A Must go if u can tickets available at genart.org or pay at the door)
general public hours and free admission:
Thursday, December 3: 1pm – 7pm
Friday, December 4: 11am – 7pm
Saturday, December 5: 11am – 7pm (possible extended hours for Gallery Walk)
Sunday, December 6: 11am – 4pm
http://genart.org/miami

GRAFFITI GONE GLOBAL
SUSHISAMBA Presents Largest Exhibition of International Street Art in Miami
During Art Basel Miami Beach / December 4 – 6, 2009

Graffiti Gone Global, presented by SUSHISAMBA, will take place December 4-6th , 2009 during Art Basel Miami Beach. Curated by James and Karla Murray, authors of best-selling titles Store Front-The Disappearing Face of New York, Miami Graffiti, Broken Windows and Burning New York, the exhibition will feature a selection of work from today’s top street artists. This groundbreaking exhibition, set to take place in a 4,000 square foot venue in the Midtown Arts District, will be the largest of its kind in Miami. The opening VIP preview will take place on Thursday, December 3, 2009 from 7 PM to 9 PM at 3252 NE 1st Ave, Suite 101, Miami, FL 33127.

Reaching beyond the typical white walls of an art fair, SUSHISAMBA has commissioned Miami-based architect HOX (Douglas Hoekzema) to design a sprawling, Brazilian-inspired favela structure for Graffiti Gone Global. HOX’s exhibition design consists of interlocking components of wood and steel that may be detached and sold as separate units, some of which will bear a signature graffiti piece. In addition, custom furniture designed by the several of the participating artists will be available for purchase.
http://www.sushisamba.com/index.cfm/id/19/Id2/59/pageNumber/1/specialEventId/331.html

A true mix of art on a variety of platforms, Multiversal will feature more than 150 top artists from the likes of Buff Monster, Sket-One, Mear One, Kano, Georgette Pressler (body art), Tara Hauck (fine art photography), as well as Aunia Kahn, Tofusquirrel and Jessica Sardas amongst others. We will be teaming up with 3 other reputable galleries; The Hive Gallery from LA, The Steve Brown Gallery from Cleveland and the D.E.A.D. Gallery from Belgium.

The Multiversal group show begins on Thursday, December 3rd and runs until Sunday, December 6th. It will take place at The American Legion building, 6445 NE 7th Ave in the Miami Modern District. Admission is FREE. McPherson and several other artists will be on-hand for the event.

All of the art displayed during the Multiversal group show will be available for sale to the public.

Part of the exhibition proceeds will benefit HandsUpNotHandouts.org

http://www.multiversalgroupshow.com/default.html

New to Basel this year is a multitiered cultural marketplace called the FoCi Art Fair (3000 N. Miami Ave., Miami). The event boasts a gallery, an art market, an art exhibition, and a food festival in one sprawling sensory buffet. This Saturday from 7 p.m. to midnight, DJ Ivan Diaz will spin his soulful sounds, with refreshments provided by Barefoot Wine. Tickets cost $10. Call 786-363-8040 or visit fociartfair.com
Sat. Dec. 5th 7pm

In the Design District. It’s going to be a great and fun show.
Imaginary Friends
ART BASEL
Latzero Fine Art gallery presents a Wallove collective
exhibition in association with Haveli furniture
Opening reception: December 3rd / 6pm -Midnight
open daily from 11am – 7pm
Closing: December 5th / Midnight
Located in the Design District
137 NE 40th St, Miami Mia, Fla 33127
Daniel (Krave) Fila, Gerry Stecca, Michael Rivamonte, Helen Garcia,
Alex Yanes, Jeff Dekal, Raskoe, and more!
http://www.wallove.com/
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

and as alway the official Art Basel exhibition at the miami beach convention center.
1901 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139-1820
Thursday, December 3 to Sunday, December 6, 2009:
Daily from noon to 8 p.m., last day until 6 p.m.
http://www.artbaselmiamibeach.com/

multiversal opens tonight

2009-12-03T10:06:00.004-05:00

The opening reception is tonight, hope to see you all there i will be in attendance from 5-8pm.(American Legion Building, 6445 NE 7th Ave, miami, FL 33138 USA )
The opener will be a multi-sensory environment featuring: music, food, live painting, body painting, capoeira dancers, and other performances. ALL FOR FREE!

Art Basel Miami Beach is the most important art show in the United States - a cultural and social highlight for the Americas. As the sister event of Switzerland's Art Basel, it is the most prestigious art show worldwide for the past 40 years. In that spirit, for the duration of Art Basel, WST Worldwide & Kazilla Productions will be hosting the Multiversal group show - a unique series of exhibitions showcasing the works of many talented artists from around the world.

for more info and to see the type of art that will be on display go to the address below: http://multiversalgroupshow.com/default.html

I am one of the featured artists at the muliversal group show during miami art basel this year!

2009-11-13T08:39:00.009-05:00

What's it all about?

Art Basel Miami Beach is the most important art show in the United States - a cultural and social highlight for the Americas. As the sister event of Switzerland's Art Basel, it is the most prestigious art show worldwide for the past 40 years. In that spirit, for the duration of Art Basel, WST Worldwide & Kazilla Productions will be hosting the Multiversal group show - a unique series of exhibitions showcasing the works of many talented artists from around the world.

Multiversal is the brainchild of graphic artist and Wizard Sleeve Toys founder, Mike Franco and rising star Cassie “Kazilla” Williams. Multiversal will occupy several rooms including a South Florida local artist room, an Art Institute student exhibition, the second Feminality art show (www.FeminalityArtShow.com), a custom toy show and several exhibitions and installations from notable galleries such as D.E.A.D gallery, HIVE Gallery, and the Steve brown Gallery.

located at 6445 NE 7th Ave in the Miami Modern District. 33138

i am a cyclist so please pay attention

2009-11-08T18:31:00.005-05:00

very clever PSA!

Sleepless night in miami.. this saturday

2009-11-04T10:42:00.004-05:00

From 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 7, 2009, until 7:00 a.m. the next morning, Miami Beach will stay up all night with more than 150 free arts and entertainment events presented at 80 different locations throughout the city. Over 100,000 people of all ages will enjoy free museum admissions, indoor and outdoor art installations and performances, architectural tours, dance (and dancing,) theater, music, slam poetry, film, video, fashion, acrobatics, comedy and more, including several unique collaborations and South Florida and world premieres. The City of Miami Beach collaborates with every cultural institution in the city, and with numerous other organizations, businesses and individuals to ensure that Audi Sleepless Night includes all aspects and points of view of what we collectively call “the arts.” Free shuttle buses with onboard arts programming connect the four zones of activity and remote parking for the full 13-hour night.

full info, schedule, and list of events can be found at the link below:
http://sleeplessnight.org/

With over 150 things to do... it definately will be alot of fun!!!!!!

milk and water

2009-11-03T18:20:00.002-05:00

freakin awesome!

to think this was almost 2 years ago

2009-10-29T13:16:00.004-04:00

glad to see the gallery is back on the scene and fairly visible

http://www.justnews.com/news/14821045/detail.html/

Balloon Blamed For Wynwood Art Gallery Fire
Fire Causes $100,000 Worth Of Damage

POSTED: Tuesday, December 11, 2007
MIAMI -- An advertising balloon tied to a Wynwood art gallery is being blamed for causing a morning blaze that destroyed about $100,000 worth of artwork.

The fire broke out just before 3 a.m. Monday at the Harold Golen Gallery at 2921 NW Sixth Ave.

Fire investigators said a large advertising balloon secured to the gallery for Art Basel might have cause an electrical fire.

The balloon was tied to the weather head outside the building, where the power comes into the gallery. Investigators said friction caused by the balloon bobbing around in the sky likely sparked the blaze.

"We have been concerned about the balloon because it has come close to the houses," said Beatrice Pantoja, who lives nearby.

Gallery owner Harold Golen told Local 10 he received a call from the alarm company early Monday morning alerting him to the fire.

Golen did not want to go on camera, but he told Local 10's Kellie Butler he has about 100 paintings inside the gallery from Art Basel week. He called the paintings pop surrealism art created by Ron English and Skotolen.

No one was hurt.

That's Either Genius or Ridiculous... then again i think it's just stupid!!!

2009-10-26T20:36:00.003-04:00

"The lights went out on Thomas Edison 78 years ago this week, but luckily there are still inventors out there flooding YouTube with tons of really pointless inventions."

We can thank Brett Erlich for shedding some light on the subject. LOL

I am doing a live painting this saturday

2009-10-20T09:04:00.007-04:00

WHY PAY WHEN IT'S FREE!!!!!!

I will be painting live this Saturday. WEMERGE, Kitchen 305, and the Scratch Acadamy have teamed up to present "Easels & Turntables". An event featuring 13 artists painting live and 3 Djs spinning live. There will also be 3 special performances by invited guests. Pass through for good music, good art, and a good time this Saturday Oct. 24th:

Newport Beach Resort
16701 Collins Ave.
Sunny Isles, FL 33160
305. 749. 2110
7pm - 2am

just been feartured in the 6th issue of WEMERGE

2009-10-20T08:44:00.004-04:00

Just wanted to share some of my latest news with you. I was blessed to be featured in yet another publication. (This makes my 3rd this year… good stuff!). What makes this one special is that I was actually chosen over 7 other very talented artists by the readers of the magazine. When I spoke to the editor he told me that he has never had such a response for an artist that was being considered.

Above is the article as well as the cover of the Mag. you can pick it up on stands throughout West Palm, Broward, and Dade county. Thanks for the support!

"That's why I call my Fans my Friends!"

Keep your candy apples, I'll take the Razor Blades!

2009-09-29T07:56:00.003-04:00

well well, seems 2009 is proving to be an active year, feel free to check me out at the Halloween inspired group art show titled, "Candy Apples & Razor Blades" @ the Bear and Bird Gallery Boutique.. right above Tate's in Lauderhill. The show runs from October 17th - November 13, 2009.

Opening reception is: Saturday, October 17,2009; 7-10pm

the address is:
4566 North University Drive
Lauderhill, FL
954.748.0181

Car that gets 240 miles to the gallon

2009-09-18T13:51:00.002-04:00

A one-liter car? This moniker describes a car that uses one liter of fuel—about a quarter of a gallon—to propel a car for 100 kilometers, or 62 miles. The one-liter car’s fuel economy translates to almost 240 mpg, and VW has had such a car in its sights for some time now. In 2002, outgoing VW CEO Ferdinand Piëch, now head of the company’s supervisory board, drove a cigar-shaped prototype from VW headquarters in Wolfsburg to a shareholders’ meeting in Hamburg.

Now the idea of the one-liter car has been resurrected. VW’s biggest news at the Frankfurt auto show was the L1 concept, a prototype that "is close to production" and "will be developed," the company says. Three ingredients were needed to make it happen: a supremely efficient powertrain, great aerodynamics, and lightweight engineering.

As to the powertrain, VW has opted for a two-cylinder, 39-hp turbo-diesel engine combined with a 14-hp electric motor. There is a stop/start system and a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. The L1 can reach 100 mph, but fuel economy at that speed drops to a shameful 1.38 liters per 100 kilometers, or 170 mpg.

The front-wheel-drive L1’s aerodynamics are optimized by the two-seat layout with the occupants sitting in a row. The result is a car that is relatively long, quite low, and extremely slim. The monocoque and body is made of carbon fiber, and total weight of the L1 is a mere 838 pounds. We think that the seating configuration will likely be changed as development progresses; two people sitting behind each other is too unusual for prospective buyers.

Even so, the L1 looks refined and close to series production, which couldn’t be said of the 2002 concept. It could be on the market as soon as 2013, Volkswagen sources tell us. The L1 may seem ironic to those who remember that VW is also responsible for Bugatti, which makes the fastest production car in the world, the Bugatti Veyron, and which just unveiled the W-16 Galibier sedan concept. But if you think about the styles of both Piëch and current VW chairman Martin Winterkorn, this contradiction seems logical: These guys both tend to go to extremes. And we submit that the Volkswagen L1 is a more significant step in saving resources than are heavy gasoline-electric hybrids.

no ones immuned to his interruptions

2009-09-16T08:37:00.002-04:00

not even Obama

I'm a featured artist at Future Classic!

2009-09-03T06:08:00.003-04:00

guess who's one of the featured artist & will be doing a live painting at future classic :-D !!! hope to see you all there! it'll b a great show and tix r only 25 bucks
http://www.futureclassicfestival.com/

good news --- progress

2009-08-28T11:21:00.003-04:00

the Mark miami domain has been purchased by my friend and fellow artist Alicia Hugh... look out for the openning of markmiami.com... and future events such as art shows, designer trunk shows/ sales, purple sunday, parties, etc. as we strive to Mark Miami on the map!

itsy bitsy prostitution

2009-08-21T10:26:00.003-04:00

funny, sarcastic but pretty crazy.... this is why i don't believe in beauty pageants especially for children:

btw the quote of the day, "I guess you would think we are doing something wrong if you have an ugly child."

poker face acoustic

2009-08-05T00:22:00.004-04:00

I will say I always thought Lady Gaga was a studio voice and probably didn't sound as talented before the studio engineers worked their magic.... but after seeing this acoustic performance i have to rethink my initial assumption.

photoshoot for our summer 09 collection

2009-07-31T12:08:00.007-04:00

Wednesday shot some pics for the new designs that will be available on the site in a few days. Came out great. who would of known that miami's wynwood and design districts would have so many good shooting locations. Here are a few pics and i wanna thanks Jodi for being an awesome model. Check the site @ www.blackheartcouture.com

Dos Equis

2009-07-23T18:48:00.004-04:00

I wanna be like this guy when I am 60 :-)

Purple Sunday is back this sunday!!!

2009-07-16T08:40:00.007-04:00

Back and better then ever... purple Sunday makes it's return, this time at the Redland Koi Gardens and ponds. Some of the artists/designers there will be: myself, blackheart couture, artnwater.com, raehugh designs, I&i clothing, and more!

A Mark Miami event

Miami based artists and designers are coming together to present their second event. Purple Sunday is a creative market place that showcases work from talented local artists and designers. The event places vendors & patrons in a beautiful, friendly & relaxed atmosphere to purchase an array of unique lifestyle goods. The event began as a way for artists to showcase their work amongst peers and has evolved into a one stop shop for exclusive items. Enjoy the luxuries of light gourmet entrees and beverages with live music. No admission, free entry.

Cash and Credit Cards accepted

officially copped - 10 deep tee

2009-07-07T07:00:00.004-04:00

so i'm lovin this 10deep tee that i picked up at Metro park a couple of days ago...

Everything's Amazing; Nobody's happy

2009-06-25T21:32:00.002-04:00

so so real!!!!!

the machine girl - mega cheesy -mega awesome!

2009-06-11T12:52:00.016-04:00

So I just checked this movie out and I must say it's a masterpiece of corny, cheesy, gory, violence, action, and comedy all wrapped up in one. Shot in a style that shares the same vein as films like Shoot em up, Planet Terror, The Troma Ville films, and other B-rated movies such as The Ice cream Man (no connection to the Master P film), and Killer Clowns From Outerspace... the the film takes you on a ride as lead character Ami Hyuga does battle with schoolmates, their parents, and a local Yakuza family all in the name of vengence for the murder of her bullied brother.

Definitely geared to those that don't wanna overthink a movie and just have fun. Check out the trailer below (don't worry the dvd also has an english option for those that don't wanna read subtitles):

Jay Z - death of autotune

2009-06-07T12:13:00.004-04:00

produced by No Id (kanye west's original production mentor). suppose to be on the blueprint three... love the track not so much the chorus.

check it out:

http://www.zshare.net/audio/61005236503008eb/

Rock-afire Explosion

2009-06-05T11:16:00.003-04:00

wutchu know about rock afire?
wutchu know about the precursor to Chuckie Cheese's?
Wutchu know about how they r back and doin vids of contemporary music?

see for yourself:

great songs come from great inspiration

2009-06-01T21:29:00.003-04:00

so i haven't been able to stop listening to fire in freetown by k'naan... and i just found out that the melody came from an ol somali song by Fatima Mandeeq. It was recorded in the early 80's... below k'naan song, then the mandeeq song check em out and enjoy:

The Woosification of America... LOL

2009-05-04T15:32:00.003-04:00

So Real sports ran this piece on the show. It deals with the push to eliminate dodeball and many other competitive sports from public school education in an effort of protecting kids from dealing with loss, embarrassment, etc.

one critic of the movement describes it as the woosification of America... anyway check the vids above, its crazy yet interesting yet ridiculous.

one of my highlights of a thursday evening

2009-05-01T14:30:00.002-04:00

if you don't know about the current channel you better catch up... this informational station co founded by Al Gore is geared towards the 20 - 30 something demographc and it is awesome. One of the highlights is infomania a half hour news and media show that is smart witty and sarcastic... check it out!