Monday, November 26, 2007

Jessica and Alan's Birthday Bowling



Not much to report. These are just some photographs from my birthday party. It was really fun, but they are just drunk snapshots. Enjoy.

Friday, November 9, 2007

Mt. Rushmore




More photos from my summer adventure. Honestly, I couldn't resist but go see this. I must admit I think it is cool that almost 100 years ago, a bunch of guys vaulted down the side of a mountain with dynamite to carve some dead presidents faces into the side of the mountain. On the other hand, apparently it was sacred Indian land, or what have you.
I think these photos, especially the first 5 or 6, speak mountains(pun intended) about the state of American culture. No one looks healthy, or happy. National treasures, such as Mt, Rushmore have no pride behind them. In fact as seems as if that pride has been repealed.
As far as photo recommendations go, I did look at Lauren Greenfield's Girl Culture. It is a good book. Not amazing, but totally worth checking out. The interviews in the book seemed much more strong than the photographs. I think combining them was totally the right move. It made me think a lot more about audio sideshows vs traditional prints.
Alright folks...hopefully I'll be back later this week. I'll have either a Hot Air Balloon Launch or the Screen Writer's Guild Strike for you.

Monday, November 5, 2007

On the Road Again




So here is my So Many Dynamos movie. Basically it is the culmination of a week of me touring with them. I'm happy with what I've accomplished but next time I plan to try to slow down the pace. This is a small version. To hear better sound with bigger pictures click on the link in the title.
In other news I recently checked out William Klein's Life is Good and Good for You in New York. That book is amazing. I think it is at least as good as Robert Frank's The Americans. It is really hard to find but I'd suggest taking a look if the opportunity is given.