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Tag: Art

  • The 32 Marks of the Buddha

    Have you ever noticed the many variations of Buddhas depicted in different pieces of artwork? Some of these differences can be attributed to tradition or cultural influences, while others are simply artistic liberty. Many artistic renditions  incorporate primary ‘Buddha’ traits described in the Pali Canon. Some Buddhist streams of thought believe another 80 secondary characteristics…

  • NRMs: Jediism

    I’ve wanted to write about this new religion for a while now.  Mostly because it was inspired by one of the greatest movie franchises in the history of cinema, but also because I keep company with various geeks, freaks, and assorted fanboys/girls who I thought would appreciate this post.  That being said, let’s chat about…

  • Kids Who Love Zeppelin! Hail to the Non-Beliebers!!!

    There is hope for the future… the future of Rock ‘n’ Roll!!!!!! 3 Year old sings Led Zeppelin! Led Zeppelin Baby http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwOlB6MxJgM&feature=related Baby Headbanging to Some Led Zeppelin!!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xsVUm1u_0Y&feature=related Kid Loves Led Zeppelin M. xo

  • Comic Book Religion

    I’m always fascinated with the infinite ways in which religion is intertwined into pretty well any aspect of life — and indeed, afterlife. Recently, I stumbled across this curious Web site called, Comic Book Religion.  Over 25,000 comic book characters and their religious affiliation are available to browse. I have to admit, that I know…

  • Cure for Love

    I had the opportunity to watch a 2008 documentary called, Cure for Love.  It was such an interesting film, hence why I’m posting about it here.  The synopsis reads, “Cure for Love is a full-length documentary about a controversial evangelical movement that purports to convert gay people into heterosexuals. The film brings us inside this…

  • Songs of Faith

    Some of the most beautiful & entertaining sounds I’ve ever heard are songs of the faithful.  It’s as though the sound truly does emanate from their souls.  There’s no embarrassment, or anxiety about how one sounds – just pure joy of song and music. I thought I’d share some random videos of song, prayer and…

  • For Mom

    Pretty well all Moms are guilty of a bit of pack-ratting when it comes to their child’s artwork. My Mom was no different and recently I had the opportunity to scan in some drawings Mom had from us Kids over the years. Below are two drawings, about a year apart, that I did of my…

  • IFCO – Celluloid Junkies 2011 – Revisited

    One of my main reasons for starting to blog – other than it gives me a forum to hen-peck and squawk about things that ruffle my feathers  – was to open some dialogue and learn from the masses that might just perch here for a bit.  I really enjoy engaging in conversation with others.  I’ve…

  • IFCO – Celluloid Junkies 2011

    Last night I had the pleasure of attending the Independent Filmmaker’s Co-operative of Ottawa (IFCO) 19th annual gala, Celluloid Junkies.  IFCO is an artist-run centre that assists its members in cultivating the art of traditional film-making using Super 8, 16mm and/or 35mm films, hence the reference to celluloid for this year’s gala. If you live…