Link Love

Twitter is annoying sometimes. I like tweeting while I am riding the bus home from work, but that's pretty much it. But, every now and then I come across a tweet about something cool, like the blog: Le Coil. The pictures on this blog do something to me that I can't convey in words. There are so many different representations of beauty on Le Coil...

Joyism

This event is going to be simply beautiful...
Click the flier to buy tickets and for more information

I think I am in love....

My home girl put me onto this design duo...
Check 'em out @ http://increase-decrease.com/

Lunch Box Theory Presents: Afro Beat

Who can resist Afro Beat, Cubanismo, and other cultural funky sounds, a DJ (DJ Underdog) who actually spins real records (yeah none of that digi crap) and face painting!

Friday April, 24, 2009
Selam Bar and Restaurant
1524 U St NW
Washington, DC
Cover Price: $1, yep you read that right 1 damn dollar!

Gotta Upgrade...

Okay, so I am following the wave and moving over to WordPress. I am still in the process of getting the blog right and all that jazz. So, on Thursday I will have moved completely and will supply you wonderful guys and gals with my new web address.

See you on the other side.

Forgetful me..

I here about a lot of interesting events. Some appropriate for this blog, some not so much. Often times I forget to blog about events, bands, etc. that I set out to. So, if I have ever or when I do (the 1st step is acceptance...lol) forget to blog about your stuff, please forgive me!
Thanks guys.

How to stalk someone, Web 2.0 style

The internet is beautiful thing. You can keep in touch with friends and family, network business styleanonymous sex, the possibilities are endless. or cruise the web for

And now that the second generation of the web is unfolding and everything is so connected, it makes it easier than ever to stalk people. Let’s face it, driving pass your ex’s house at 3am with your headlights off is SO 1997 not to mention you could catch a case. But now, with the wonders of modern technology you can sit home in your draws, eating Doritos and stalk just about anyone who’s first and last names you know. Come on, don’t act like you’ve never checked up on your ex via his Myspace page or Googled that cute guy you met at the club; you know you have. Hey man, feel no shame. I am skilled, no gifted in the art of internet stalking. People have actually asked me to search people for them because they recognize my skills. Don’t hate. Lucky for you mere mortals I use my powers for good and not evil.

Here are some tips for cyber-stalking folks you want to check up on.

Be creative these tips are just the tip of the ice berg. There are many other avenues one could take. These will just get you started.

1. The Basics:

We all have Face Books Pages, right? Search him on FB, Myspace & Twitter. They are bound to have an account with one of those. Great you found his page! Oh shit, it’s private; don’t fret. Just click “view friends” all his friends’ pages can’t be private. Go through some of their friends’ pages and read their walls, comments, tweets, what have you. You will more than likely find some sort of comment or better yet a tagged picture of him and his “new” girlfriend that he was dating the same time he was dating you. JACKPOT!

2. A little more in depth/Keep it in the family:

Let’s say homeboy isn’t into social networking on the internet, he enjoys his interactions the old fashioned way, face to face. I have an ex like this; he is not online at all. Stay calm. Google him. Still no luck? Search his sister, brother or cousin that you met at that cook out last 4^th of July. Nine times out 10 someone he is close to has a social networking page and has him in some pictures or has written a blog about him.

3. Advanced training:

Okay, so, you have looked on every social media site, Googled him and even found out where he works. But you still aren’t satisfied. You want more. Try Zaba Search you can search anyone, anywhere in the states for free; all you need is a first and last name. If you have a city and state it will speed up the process. You can pull all their addresses and other interesting information.

After all that you still feel like you need to know more about this guy. I mean what if he is a hardened criminal. Well, search his Maryland court cases online at the Maryland Judicial Case Search. It’s very easy to use and free.

There you have it, a guide to FREE internet stalking. I am emphasizing the word free because if you are willing to pay, you can find out anything about anyone. But, with the rescission and all, I would suggest keeping your $$$ in your pocket.

This is it, what.....

Yep, yep, Camp Lo tomorrow!
4/16/09
8:30 PM - 2:00 AM
LIV : 2001 11th St (11th and U)
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 299-0800

To buy tickets click the flier

Interview w/ Camille Peace

How long have you been designing and creating jewelry?

I have been creating jewelry since January of 2008. I started because some of my favorite jewelry pieces broke. In order to fix them I bought some basic tools, fixed my things, added new components, felt empowered, and expanded.

What is the artist community like in St. Louis; it doesn’t really strike me as a very progressive town?

Hmm... That's a tough one. It's not very cohesive. It’s hard to penetrate, even harder to link up, share ideas and build. Sort of a crabs in a barrel mentality. I tend to keep to myself, and do what I do best.

What are some of your inspirations?

I find inspiration in nature, in parks and on my hikes. My hometown San Diego, CA is a big inspiration to me; incorporating elements I used to find when I walked along the beach. Shells, mother of pearl, leaves from kelp, water, etc. I am also inspired by the music and style of Erykah Badu, India Arie and Jill Scott. I design with them in mind. I use materials that look beautiful against black skin; brass, sterling, wood, etc. I also flip through Vogue magazines, I constantly scan Google images and study other cultures to be influenced by their simplicity and use of color and texture. I often times purchase accessories from discount stores, break them apart to make new, original pieces. Textiles also influence me, food influences me, stories influence me, and emotions influence me. I feel everything and put it all into what I make.

You've been known to snap photos and DJ, what other art forms do you
indulge in and how do these affect your jewelry?

I love, love, love photography. I work everyday to get better at it. And, naturally, taking great photos helps me market my jewelry. People do not have the option of holding and touching my pieces before they purchase them, so they rely on an expressive photo. Photography teaches me to see things from various angles, and to detect beauty that isn't so in-your-face. It teaches me about lines and composition, texture and color. I am grateful to my fiancé for teaching me how to DJ (DJ Trackstar).

DJing involves the use of the ears, eyes, soul and technique. When making jewelry, technique is important. How you hold the piece you are working on, etc; and I am guided by my soul when I create. I rarely sketch. I am very much hands-on.

Check out Camille's online store: PEACE IMAGES

Sunday Link Love

Two things I love to do on Sunday's is read Post Secrets and search the 'net for dope blogs.
Here are my findings so far this morning:

Kounter Kulture/ Really cool indie-ish, quasi hip hop art blog. Lots of pictures and interesting links.

Real-I-Rising/ This blog is self described as;self movement through holistic well being, creativity and culture. Very good info here on various rituals, yoga, energy work, etc. For the hippie in you.

Dear Old Love/ A co-worker of mines turned my on to this one, so I can not take full credit. Dear Old Love is a blog filled with short, one liner, confessions about old loves. Be careful this one is addictive because it's something we can all relate to.

That's all I got right now. I will be updating throughout the day....