tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34465952012-01-27T14:14:22.225-08:00alfienoreply@blogger.comBlogger9231100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3446595.post-90751174920137701692012-01-12T00:33:00.000-08:002012-01-12T00:34:51.085-08:00

As promised, here are the pictures from the 2nd Annualy Zombie Art Show in Long Beach.. Yea, yea, yea, it's mad late. but I've been busy. ha! Thanks to Jason L., who curated the show for having me showcase for the second year in a row. Surprise appearance by artist Nic Cowan and Erika G. Constant crowd of people coming in and out. I didn't dress up for

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Just came back home from a board meeting regarding strategic planning and basically the first few steps we are taking in 2012. I went in feeling overwhelmed but left feeling optimistic. We are taking a different approach iin how we are conducting business and it is unnerving as it is exciting.  So here we go... I came home from the meeting and found some exciting news. Remember when I

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Don't tell me it's chemtrails and toxins. I know what it is. Tell me it's magic and write haikus about cotton candy skies.

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With the holidays passed, I'm stepping away from rich and heavy dinners, mile high piles of desserts, wine (but keeping the conversations) and just sitting around. Time to put my best foot forward with running. I'm putting my intentions in competing in races. I've formed a running club and hopefully together we can achieve our goals. The spiritual side of me just wants to get healthy. The ego

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I got busy in the kitchen once again, this time with soup recipes. Went over to the local market and checked out what was on special and what was in season. I was craving a roasted pepper soup. I found one that uses potatoes, which was perfect because it stretched the flavor of the red peppers. Roasted Red Pepper Potato Soup Roasted four peppers over the range until the skin is blackened

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For Sumantha by alfienumeric featuring hardware jewelryGryphon NY scoop neck top£93 - oxygenboutique.comD G asymmetrical jacket$1,310 - stylebop.comDrop crotch harem pants$71 - coggles.comJessica Simpson platform stiletto heels$90 - heels.com3 1 Phillip Lim clutch hand bag$425 - barneys.comCoral jewelryfashion.1stdibs.comKate Spade hardware jewelry$248 - katespade.comJane Norman gold tone jewelry

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A good friend of mine MC Foley, just released the second edition of her book "The Ice Hotel" featuring the artwork of SF artist, Eric Bailey! This edition also has thirty more pages of added storyline. She currently is writing books two and three and has been slowly getting recognition. Check out the website I designed for her and get your copy today! Http://theicehotelbook.com The

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Pictures of the zombie show are coming soon.

alfienoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3446595.post-45096555212946342932011-12-23T14:38:00.001-08:002011-12-23T14:38:46.647-08:00

First of all, I'm testing the Blogger app for iPhone. So far it's cool! Secondly, here is the app of the day: CatPaint! Here are my "victims." None of my friends are safe if I have their pictures:)

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FINALLY got to see Disneyland during Christmas time after all these years! I didn't take as much pictures as I should but we were having too much fun to even think about documenting anything! The last time I have ridden the teacup ride must have been when I was 13. My new mini ornaments on my baby rosemary Christmas tree! Afterwards, I am going to replant the tree and start my herb

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Hey, folks! Hope everybody is having a wonderful Holiday Season! It has been non-stop for me since September. My life was filled with: - newborn babies - art shows - travelling - meeting up and spending more time with family and friends - event producing various parties, contests and events - designing promotional packages for events and shows - commissioned art work back to back to back -

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What Is Sessions LA? from Sessions LA on Vimeo. My friends and I go beyond than just making art or creating. We come from the stand point that art is not just for the rich; that is Westernized thinking. Art is for EVERY ONE. Art is for the people. And with that thought, we want to make sure that art is something more than just something that is commodified and is a frivolent form of luxury;

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My friend T co-founded a women's group, Women in Media Network, and she invited me to the mixer. This is where women in TV, radio, internet, the arts, education, activism-would come together and network. Being that I have been in the realm of all six in some degree, it would be inspirational for me to go and meet some women who is paving the way so that other women would be able to thrive in

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I have been taking a break from painting (sort of) and have been focusing more on planning out series of works. I have about three going on concurrently and I before I pick up the paint brush, I am going to design bookstores, art museums, forums and libraries and gathering research. I am also focusing on putting together a curriculum and arts program for 2012. But hiatuses does not mean

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The Holidays are coming up and I am formulating a game plan. My friends and family have everything they ever need and for the most part we are aligned with shunning away the idea of consumerism Christmas and trying to envelope and re-embrace the Spirit of Christmas. But I still love giving gifts. Folks are either getting something that is either cooked/baked/painted/sculpted by me. If I were to

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I wish I can move like Rachel Brice. She is so amazing! When I take my bellydancing classes, I'd like to think I channel her. But in reality I know I am far from it. Oh well, I guess I'll just keep practicing =) I love her look as well. Her style is simply stunning fusing together tribal, gothic and 1920s starlet. Don't be surprised if I end up painting tribal bellydancers.

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"Living the (Mr.) Charmed Life11"x14"Mixed media on Canvas A new movement for women was on the uprise in the 1920s and they were called Flappers. They were considered rebellious  and challengedd social norms and expectations of women in that era: they drank, smoked, wore makeup, got tattoos, voted and went to school. In "Living the Mr. Charmed Life," I painted a woman, wearing a fox stole, which

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There seems to be to main subjects in my line of work: women and children. When women are the main focus in my painting, it tends to be referring to what I am currently going through, more than likely involving with my Ego. It's almost like a page out of my journal.  When the subject is children, it often refers to my Inner Child, my Spirit, the one closest to God, the Most High. It often

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By now, you have probably heard of the released trailer of "Snow White and the Huntsman." Why am I hella excited? 1. Kristen Stewart as Snow White: I am not a Twilight fan on any measure. I watched the series and laughed my fuckin ass off at the most unappropriate moments. Cheese is funny. But I really think of all the young brunettes out there, she has a level of badassery that would

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El Velorio: Day of the Dead Art Show at the KGB Gallery The Day of the Dead has nothing to do with the holiday that falls the day before. It has nothing to do with dark forces and hiding from bad spirits and slutty costumes. It is about honoring life and the lives of those who came before you. It is about understanding that the fine line between this world and the afterlife is a thin string

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Shame by Steve McQueen One of the perks of working in  the industry that I am in and also being tied to the art community is the free screenings of movies, both released and soon-to-be released. Because one of the characteristics of Angeleno is being extremely busy, I lucked out and got a ticket from my friend who couldn't make it to a pre-screening of Steve McQueen's Shame starring Michael

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Follow my blog with Bloglovin yep... i joined Bloglovin'

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Sum Halder of Sumtography You are somebody. Even if you think you are nondescript, a nobody, a fleeting mass of atoms buzzing through coordinates of x, y and z, believing that you are just a ninja of temporary existance, you are.. a somebody. Paparrazis shoot somebodies of value in the tabloid world. Sum shoots somebodies of the ordinary world. A world where maybe you

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It's freezing. Lovely transition to fall. Rainy nights, clear days afterwards. Here is a small collection of the photos from summer.

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Halloween 2011 Ok, for the sake of time and relevance, I better just post up the pics from the Halloween Party at work and at WeHo. I co-hosted and co-produced the Hallween show at work. I think it went pretty well and I definitely have plans for next year's party (if I decide to do this again.) ha! I thought the ladies from the IT department came out with cute costumes! And DT came

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Hiatus? BAH! So much for a peaceful transition from being super uber busy to coccooning and laying low. I spent the first two nights of my hiatus sleeping for 14 hours. I guess that is what happens when I am hopped on caffiene in forms of French roast, green tea or yerba mate lattes; you go from Mach 3 to a crashing holt.  It's almost like my body realize it's actually okay to

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Pictures from the Day of the Dead Artshow on Friday and Zombie Art Show and Walk on Saturday will be posted soon. Until then, Happy Halloween from my bosses.... Who needs a babysitter? buahaha! 

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Halloween Time at Disneyland Ok, I admit to have talked mad shit about Disneyland and how it is an evil corporate empire hell bent on pushing it's economic imperialist tyranny. I've equated the Mouse with the BP Oil symbol, Ronald McDonald, Enron and that Happy Yellow Face from Walmart as all cogs of the Beast. That was all before I had kids in my life. And it is because of these kids that

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Dear E., Today we had your SoCal memorial.  Forgive me for not going up on the mic and sharing my stories about you. It is still too hard. The minute I say your name, my vocal chords constrict and in it's place is a million words wanting to rush out, none of which can even justify the adoration I have of you. And all the while, my throat wanting to keep it in for myself. The thought of you not

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Hip Hop Saves Lives: Divine Feline Recap and Save Sessions LA Due to the economic cutbacks, many programs that are devoloped for edifying and empowering our community are in danger of disappearing. I have learned that LA government officials would approach nonprofit organizations to develop and run programs that would address current needs of communities. For example, the district of LA in

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5th Annual Divine Feline Festival :"An Ode to Hip Hop" A BENEFIT TO AIDE J.U.I.C.E. LOS ANGELES Downtown Los Angeles,Women of Music, Art, Fashion, & Community, Proudly Present In Honor of The Female Energy... Dear Friends, Family, and Supporters,     We would like to extend our invitation and formally invite you to our one of a kind event! With our 5th Year of commitment to the arts,

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practice.

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KGB Gallery presents:El Velorio Day of the Dead Group Art show featuring 100+ local artists So blessed and proud to be part of this HUGE art show on October 28th, 2011. Almost 700+ people have RSVPed. Please come out (decked out in Day of the Dead makeup if you wish) to honor our ancestors and help send 15 of my artists friends to El Buen Pastor, a community center in Mexico dedicated in

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iPhone App of the Day! Don't I look groovy??? The smartphone app of the day: The Stachetastic Deluxe! $3.99 gives you the stachestastic, zombifier, douchebagger, mulletizer, 80s hair and MORE! Nobody is safe if I take their pic with my iPhone =) By the way, you do remember my October 29th art show right?

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KmB presents Voices of Pilipino American History RSVP on Facebook Sunday, October 23rd from 3:00pm - 7:00pm FACLA: 1740 W Temple St. Los Angeles, CA 90026 October is Filipino American History Month and I will be one of the artists featured  at KMB's Voices of Pilipino American History in FACLA, Historic Filipinotown in Los Angeles. My work will be showcased alongside with Anthony Thomas,

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Reflection's 10th Anniversary at Zanzibar in Santa Monica! Congratulations to Joshua Silverstein for making it to 10 years of serving West LA of music, poetry and art. Please come out on Wednesday October 26 at Zanzibar and join me in a toast! The line up is ridiculously DOPE and I can't wait to see and reunite with some of you folks. From the man: 10  years of providing the Westside with

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Pretty much most of you know I have an etsy account where I sell original paintings, drawings, prints and magnets. It's been an awesome lesson in trying to be an entrepreneur but it also has given me a lot of stress. Trying to keep up with inventory, staying fresh, being able to close out open accounts, replenishing products, making sure that my over head is not too high,etc. I even had to

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Nena SoulFly Corazon de Leon I just placed my order for Nena SoulFly earrings! Nena Soulfly is an amazing woman/designer/mother/dance instructor who I have had the priviledge of meeting through artshows that we were both in. I started seeing her designs in IMIX Bookstore and in various trunk and fashion shows around SoCal ; she mixes up the old with the new, the downhome with the city, the

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Zombies Take over Long Beach  Jason Liwag and Garry Booth of Phone Booth Gallery are co-curators of this year's Zombie Art Show. This show was by invite only and I am happy and honored to be chosen to show this year. i am a huge fan of horror flicks and zombies happen to have a special place in my heart. (Not really. Like I wouldn't welcome one in open arms. I am the first to blast a shotgun

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My folks are making big moves this year! Anthony Thomas came off strong at this year's Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture; Manila Ryce has been doing more collaborations with Beatrock Music artists; Mark Canto did his second solo show in Jones Gallery in Long Beach featuring more than 130 new pieces. As for me, I now sit in the Board of Directors of an arts culture organization, dedicating

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"If I can't be Beautiful, then I want to be Invisible." "If I can't be Beautiful, then I want to be Invisible." Mixed Media on wood 2011 "Choruses & Hidden Guns" Chuck Palahniuk themed art show This is a line from the book; I don't really believe this line nor do I think this way but I thought this quote was interesting to illustrate and sums up the mood of the book nicely. Check out "Invisible

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Faded Beats n' PiecesOctober 1st, 2011 I was one of the featured artists for this month's Beats n' Pieces. Faded is a clothing company that is now throwing art parties showcasing art, live art by the legendary NASA crew and soundscape provided by LA's loved DP Crew. They are now being more consistant and I would love to see this event pop off monthly. "e.ternal reflection" mixed media on vinyl

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From Buy Pinoy: buypinoy.org BOOK TALKS TO CELEBRATE FILIPINO AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH Saturday, October 8, 2011 2:00pm - 4:30pm LA County Regional Library Carson Public Library 151 E. Carson St., Carson, CA Tel (310) 830-0901 The following authors will talk and read excerpts from their latest books. Cecilia Manguerra Brainard is the multi-awarded author and editor of 14 books of novels,

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Premiering tonight on PBS: The Learning by Ramona Diaz, the filmmaker who brought you "Imelda." National PBS Premiere on POV Tuesday, September 20 at 10 PM (check your local listings) One hundred years ago, American teachers established the English-speaking public school system of the Philippines. Now, in a striking turnabout, American schools are recruiting Filipino teachers. The Learning is

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The delicate balance of predator and prey by alfienumeric featuring a crew neck shirtRomper dress£27 - republic.co.ukCrew neck shirt£23 - houseoffraser.co.ukMonsoon jacket£55 - monsoon.co.ukPaul Smith formal pants£279 - harrods.comMaison Martin Margiela leather wedge booties$1,115 - ssense.comDolce Gabbana green bag€1.690 - veryeickhoff.comASOS faux handbag$43 - asos.comMetal jewelry€38 -

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For Rosanna by alfienumeric featuring a chunky chain necklaceAlexander Wang long sleeve sweater£228 - farfetch.comFrench Connection skinny fit jeans£35 - women.fashionbeans.comGiuseppe Zanotti leather shoes$750 - couture.zappos.comBex Rox chunky chain necklace£245 - brownsfashion.comKenneth Jay Lane gold plated jewelry£90 - net-a-porter.comGilded Lily Goods bullet jewelry$80 -

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So excited for my friends tonight! Hold Up Gallery! Shout outs to R T S Y S T M, Vyal, EyeOne SH, Chor Boogie. Should be a fun time!

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Alison Torneos' print is now on sale at 1XRun for a limit time. You only have 6 days left (from today) to get a glicee limited run print for only $40. 1XRun is a recent site I came across that sells affordable prints. The catch is that you need to buy them before the week is up. Otherwise, they are gone forever. I was able to get a DABS MYLA print and can't wait to see it! Another piece you

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Hope you are ready... because Bambu's joint drops TODAY. Much love, Bam!

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Christopher Moore: My New Favorite Author For the longest time, I didn't have much time to read books. This is a complete opposite of a much younger version of myself. As a kid, I got in trouble for reading too much. K. gave me a book to read called "The Lust Lizard of Melancholy Cove" by Christopher Moore. I loved it so much that I make sure I MAKE time to read. I recently bought his other

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Good bye, all things old: Making room for the new: It is spring! I know it has been spring for more than a month now but you can really feel it in the air. I can smell the jasmine and tuberoses blooming. I can feel the sun feeling just a bit warmer but the clouds are making the climate pleasant and not to muggy and hot. With Spring comes rebirth, an ascension, a rising- all from things that

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MARIPOSA CENTER FOR CHANGE presents MAMAS ROCK A Celebration of Women Saturday, May 14th 12:00 noon - 5:00pm Eagle Rock Plaza 2700 Colorado Blvd., #230 Los Angeles, CA 90041 (323) 256-2147 The event will feature several ongoing activities during the day. We will be hosting a services fair featuring organizations that focus on women and children. We will also be holding health screenings

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you, my dear, is a catalyst for bad love poems, drunken stuper thoughts of babbling brooks of the subconscious an avatar in a midnight game of what-ifs and shoulda/coulda/wouldas a reason for unexplained bursts of expletives in a form of inapporpriate hand gestures you are a reason why my non-smoker ass smokes to feel the tingle and burn with each inhale alive and a reminder that death is near

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Some people just know Some people have this way Of knowing life’s secrets How paths bend and twist Knowing which steps to take Creating this dance completely intuned To a symphony composed of tempos Dictated by heart and by breath They know by a glance The first nanosegment of a nanosecond The tingle in the spine The way the baby hairs on their necks Stand in ovation The way their skin tickles

alfienoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3446595.post-53470533984068176072011-03-31T16:37:00.001-07:002011-03-31T16:37:41.420-07:00

dear time, seems like you like to play the elusive one. hard to get. unavailable. well, that seems to be Love’s and Money’s game too. and i’m getting tired of your flirtatious coyness leading to nowhere. alfie

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alfienoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3446595.post-12266825682385064782011-03-22T14:32:00.000-07:002011-03-22T14:32:17.163-07:00

LA Arts funding to be Erased! CALL TO ACTION Once again, the powers-that-be are out to eliminate the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs, including all grants and most of the City owned arts facilities. We need to mount a massive campaign to stop this nonsense before it goes too far. WHAT EXACTLY IS GOING ON? Late on Friday (too late for most interested parties to be informed)

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Tonight! We Heart Japan Art Show Benefit The tentative signing schedule has been announced. Please keep in mind that changes may occur. Come down and meet these talented folks Thursday! 8pm-9pm DC Douglas Crispin Freeman Wendee Lee Melanie MacQueen Mary Elizabeth McGlynn Daran Norris Michelle Ruff 9pm-10pm Troy Baker Laura Bailey JB Blanc Liam O’brien Sam Riegel Travis Willingham 10pm-11pm

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We are pleased to announce that the 1st ever Project PSA screening will take place: Sat. March 19 6-9pm SIPA (Search to Involved Pilipino Americans) 3200 W. Temple St. Historic Filipinotown Los Angeles, CA 90026 This project was headed by FilAm Creative, matching a non-profit organization with a filmmaker to help create PSA's (Public Service Announcements). These PSA's will be used to

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Detail of 12”x12” painting “Fade to [heart]Breakbeats” 2011 See her tomorrow at BEATS N PIECES Marty’s Bar 5137 York Blvd. LA, CA Faded Beats ‘N’ Pieces is a platform for up-and-coming artists to showcase their talent with galleries and live art in a social setting. Our events create an atmosphere blending an appreciation of art, culture, and music. We hope to inspire and move people with the

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Steady:Last Friday, I was invited to live paint at Steady, a monthly event at the Medusa Lounge. It was my first time there so I have no clue as to what to expect and it would be the first time I met the promoters. I figured it would be nice for me to dive into a situation not knowing what to expect, to get out of my comfort zone. When they were warming up the place, I can hear one DJ in the

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You know, for a person who knows quite a few folks, I can certainly have my alone moments. Much of the work that I do is solo. I paint solo. I design solo. I research solo. I write press releases solo. This appeases my Lone Wolf side of me. I do get stuff done. I make things move because I am not waiting for approvals or protocols or feedback. The key is to not have those alone moments be

alfienoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3446595.post-36425698418137953102011-03-02T16:07:00.000-08:002011-03-02T16:07:22.339-08:00

Sketch of the Day:  Catty Girls

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My friend contacted me and wanted to commission a piece for her best friend for his birthday.  She told me "paint whatever you think friendship would be."  Huh... I get nervous when I am given artistic freedom on a piece a person bought before they even know what it looks like. That is complete trust in me, the same trust that I should have for myself.  So I brought back a sketch that I did

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What you find in your Draft folder of your work inbox: i have no idea when this is written. i just found this while cleaning out my Draft folder of my work email account: ============= 1. Its how the tips of his pinkies align with the start of your jawbone and your chin rests softly in the cups of his palms. Simultaneously, he carresses your cheekbones with an outward sweeping motion of

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It used to be about the process. It used be about writing because I had too much inside my head that meditation became sessions of me drowning. It used to be about releasing it into the ether and letting the Universe take care of the details. It used to be about drawing/writing/painting about ideas floating in my head and putting an anchor on them so I an better inspect it. But now, my

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Transitions: paint brush > pen feeding the bellies of babies > fighting the belly of the beast hanging out with the boys > hanging out with the girls family > friends select friends = family chains > cowri shells gym > bars high tops > high heels business meetings at batting cages > business meetings over dinner fashion reports > astrology readings silence + calculations > blind yelling horror

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Virgo: "One of the key aspects that is often used to describe Virgo characteristics individual would be their independence. They are able to sustain by themselves without really requiring the help of others. In fact, individuals born under this star sign tend to be so independent that you might actually think they are a little selfish. " I never really thought much of astrology. I admit that

alfienoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3446595.post-36543141351437000912011-02-10T12:04:00.001-08:002011-02-10T12:04:09.052-08:00

my current obsession by alfienumeric featuring stretch jewelry2/10/11

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My favorite wife-and-husband art/design team is having a show at lovely Palm Spring, CA! 'DOUBLE DIAMOND' PALM SPRINGS MODERNISM WEEKOpening Reception Friday 18th February 2011 8pm -11pm M MODERN GALLERY 2500 N Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92262 (760) 416-3611 http://www.mmodern.com/ Check out more information on DABS/MYLA http://www.dabsmyla.com/

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I get it. I understand Tumblr. It's like Twitter, where you can expand your life further than 140 characters and still see how popular your posts are with each reblog. Not only is it easy to disperse information, visuals, songs, thoughts but let's face it, it fuckin' feels good to feel validated, that your thoughts were cool enough to get reblogged for another Tumblr mini-universe can possibly

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We just finished day #2 of shooting my good friend Michele Gutierrez' short flick, "11 24." As I have probably mentioned in the previous post, Michele was blessed enough to be chose to be part of Visual Communications' "Armed with a Camera" program.  Michele is a communty organizer and documentary filmmaker who is doing her first creative narrative short flick. "11 24" is dedicated to her

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Ford Foundation Announces $50 Million for Documentary Film Initiative (1/18/11) The New York City-based Ford Foundation ( http://bit.ly/cnezdf ) has launched a five-year, $50 million initiative to help identify and support a new generation of filmmakers whose work addresses urgent social issues, the New York Times reports. The JustFilms initiative ( http://bit.ly/hFr5gV ) will invest $10

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2011. It already feels different than 2010. I don't know what it is but 2010 was spent in a fog. The whole year was spent internally; observing the external and see how it internally affected me. What I saw was enlightening. I needed to clean house. I'd dive into it more but it's 1:34 am. I'm thinking a bit more fuzzy than normal. But I can say this; I'm embracing my Spirit. I've neglected her

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Joy Atari Ask me anything... maybe i will answer. buahaha!

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As of right now, everything I believed Loyalty would be had been false. I'm re-learning and get back to you on a later date. Ask me anything... maybe i will answer. buahaha!

alfienoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3446595.post-82407231765905874432011-01-05T13:16:00.001-08:002011-01-05T13:16:29.888-08:00

I didn't think I had time or energy to adopt a dog. And the Universe sent me one anyways. Things fit and i love him. A lesson that when the Universe deems us ready, it will be revealed when the time is right. Until then, Imma enjoy my freedom until it's time to share it with someone =) Ask me anything... maybe i will answer. buahaha!

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damn! does yours???!!! Ask me anything... maybe i will answer. buahaha!

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I wish i can post the picture of the painting but i was asked to paint a commissioned piece of a tiger eating out a chic wearing only hoop earrings and Nike Dunks tiger-style. Ask me anything... maybe i will answer. buahaha!

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Blk/Wht with a punch by alfienumeric featuring a leather jacketi need to shop.

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Sometimes, I miss talking. I miss being able to speak for long periods over everything, anything, and sometimes over nothing. I blame it on the phone, how my Palm Centro is so obsolete you might as well call it archaic and speaking without an earpiece re-enacts a sizzling cracked egg over a Teflon surface with a narrator saying "This is your brain on drugs" echoes overhead. ... I miss the

alfienoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3446595.post-12517069041177793302010-11-11T11:52:00.000-08:002010-11-11T11:52:09.772-08:00

Dreams Deferred: Artists Respond to Immigration Reform Featuring works from: Eriberto Oriol, Eyeone, Shepard Fairey, Ernesto Yerena, O.G. Slick, Patrick Martinez, Kofie, Swank, Cache, Shark Toof and more. Curated by: Tim Jieh and Steve Wong ... Opening reception Dec. 9, 2010 6:00pm-8:30pm December 10, 2010 – May 22, 2011 Also featuring videos by DreamActivist Tam Tran (1982-2010) Artists:

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it's been a heavenly 4 years but now it's time to evolve... VERY LAST Diggin' Sundays at Tribal Cafe.... bring out all the tribes! bring your family. Bring your good vibes... time to close this one out right.. thank you, Joel Quizon and the crew. oh yea.. this one is a benefit for Tribal Cafe Echo in Park... LET'S KEEP THIS ONE IN HISTORIC FILIPINOTOWN! "your monthly sunday afternoon chill

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Art is a lonely serving of one followed by a feast. I am surrounded by kindred spirits who have the same goal and drive to create, plant seeds, and push a movement of creative expression forward.It certainly is not an easy journey- we know where we want to go but it is this idea of getting there that can be frustrating. Often times, the process and the journey is equal parts spent in solitary

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Presenting Presents... I came across a different way in presenting gifts which are super cute and easy to do. Fabric Envelopes: Wedding chicks has this fabulous DIY instructions on making fabric envelopes. What awesome way to present flat gifts, like small framed prints and such: Template found here: http://www.weddingchicks.com/wedding-chicks/diy-templates/62122/hilton-pittman-photography

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Things that my dog Guinness has taught me: 1. The mornings are not so bad:  For the past three weeks, I have been waking up early, throwing on tennis shoes, an empty bag (now I know the purpose of why I kept these thousands of non-ecofriendly bags for the past several years) and grabbing the puppy so he can relieve himself. I am surprised as how beautiful that silent buzz between sunrise and

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A funny thing happens when you put your desire to the Universe- the Universe conspires to bring you your desires. I have been toying with the idea of getting a dog. I have been looking at shelter sites and seeing what dogs are available for adoption. I have been researching on what dog is suitable for me. i was resolved with getting a maltese/poodle/terrier, about 2 years old with low energy.

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Stories from CubbyLand as told by J. Barbee "There's this girl. Her name is Ouida... which is "oui" as in "yes" in French and "da" which is "yes" in German. So her name is Yes-Yes. And she is foxy... with a high-pitch sweet voice (bats her eyes to exemplify how foxy Ouida is.) and she alwasy smells like peaches. and that is wrong... because somebody like her should not be smelling like

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I got my pictures from Lomography last night. I forgot about the anticipation and excitement connected to waiting for the development of a whole roll of film. I also forgot about the disappointment when what you see is subpar than what you were expecting. One of the lessons that I have learned is that digital photography is VERY FORGIVING. Maybe even too pristine of a picture. I love shooting

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“A human being is part of a whole, called by us the Universe, a part limited in time and space. He experiences himself, his thoughts and feelings, as something separated from the rest a kind of optical delusion of his consciousness. This delusion is a kind of prison for us, restricting us to our personal desires and to affection for a... few persons nearest us. Our task must be to free

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Ok, time to get down with the elbow grease. I had so many used skateboards from a pro skate (instead of having him toss them out, I have been using them for canvases.) I am still toying around what i want to do. This will be interesting. Come through! The Downtown LA art walk is just around the corner. Assembly Line is doing it again, this time with a skateboard art show! We have artists

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For those of you who didn't believe i sold BlackLava shirts to Mika Tan- IN YO' FACE! and speaking of face, mine looked tired. i was. but i wasn't gonna force her to do a retake. that'd be lame. ahaha!

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Never Too Late - July 2010 Initially started as a live painting piece at the Actor's Lounge. Piece is a commentary of the BP oil spill and the deterioration of the world as we know it. I think it morphed into meaning something more personal- like it's never too late to communicate with a person and make things right no matter how toxic that person is.

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Love... without that, then i can have all the power and money in the world and have nothing at the same time. Ask me anything... maybe i will answer. buahaha!

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Love me back by loving yourself.

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Happy birthday, Frida Kahlo! This woman is what sparked me into painting, healing through art, and learning about myself. Most of my work are autobiographical but they don't go any where as deep as this woman has gone. She is truly inspirational. One of the main things that I find so encouraging was that she didn't started out as a trained artist. She painted because it didn't feel right NOT

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After the rain the temperature dropt And covered in ice was my window top I say goodbye I wave my hand As a thousand doves fly Across the blackened night After the rain we forget We make sure we gain then we leave it ‘Cause were a nation of forgetters Oh after the rain we pretend It’s easier to begin without looking back ‘Cause all at once air so thin And there’s nothing left to breath in

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