Article in the Blogger Knowledge website on Promoting Your Blog.
W: http://www.blogger.com/knowledge/2004/09/promoting-your-blog.pyra
art, design, web culture, ideas, inspiration, community, lifestyle, environment
Friday, September 17, 2004
Tuesday, September 14, 2004
Place and Cyberspace - Slidenight talk tonight
Jack Barton and Viveka Weiley present their past and current work involving three-dimensional urban modelling, visualisation and mapping. The work explores the junction between technology, community, place and cyberspace. 18.30. 14 September. The Spanish Club
W: http://www.sydneyarchitecture.org/slidepages/opening.html
Small Business September 2004
Throughout the month of September 2004 you are invited to New South Wales’ premier small business event! Small Business September brings together 150 partners from State, Commonwealth and Local Governments, Chambers of Commerce, industry associations, private and community sectors to celebrate and recognise the achievements of small businesses in NSW.
The goal is to encourage business owners to attend business development activities that are outside their normal routine with the aim to enhancing business skills and knowledge, generating ideas and offering the opportunity for business owners to take time out to increase their network of business Contacts.
http://www.smallbiz.nsw.gov.au/sbmonth/index.asp
The goal is to encourage business owners to attend business development activities that are outside their normal routine with the aim to enhancing business skills and knowledge, generating ideas and offering the opportunity for business owners to take time out to increase their network of business Contacts.
http://www.smallbiz.nsw.gov.au/sbmonth/index.asp
Sunday, September 12, 2004
No drain pain
Article on industrial designer Peter Kenchington's Smart Shower invention. "It recycles hot water that would ordinarily go down the drain" and save about 12 litres of hot water a minute.
W: http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2004/09/11/1094789736513.html
W: http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2004/09/11/1094789736513.html
National Solar House Day
Self-guided tours of more than 100 passive solar homes in Capital Citiesand Regional Centres around Australia and New Zealand today. Tix: $20 per person, $30 family, $15 concession. Goes from 11am-4pm.
For more info: http://www.solarhouseday.com
For more info: http://www.solarhouseday.com
Monday, September 6, 2004
Primavera 2004: 2 Sep - 7 Nov - FREE exhibition
Exhibition by young Australian artists. 2 September - 7 November 2004.
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art
"Primavera is the MCA’s annual exhibition presenting work by Australian artists 35 years of age and under. Since its inauguration in 1992 Primavera has become one of the longest running and most successful exhibitions on the MCA calendar. Over its history this exhibition has profiled new generations of artists in fresh and innovative contexts.
Curator of the 2004 exhibition, Vivienne Webb, based her selection of artists around those working with materials in novel or challenging ways. Artists to be included in Primavera 2004 are Nick Mangan (VIC); Sandra Selig (QLD); Sangeeta Sandrasegar (VIC); Neal Smith (NSW); Roy Ananda and Julia Robinson (SA); Natasha Johns-Messenger (VIC); Tim Sterling (SA); Huseyin Sami (NSW); and PVI Collective (WA).
While many of the artists explore the ability of everyday objects and materials to convey and disrupt meaning, others utilise traditional artistic materials such as paint and paper. This exhibition offers the opportunity to examine the presence of three-dimensional work in current artistic and cultural contexts in the light of artistic precedents such as Minimalism, in which objects are presented devoid of cultural references; Pop Art, which engages popular culture with 'high art'; and Arte Povera, which addresses the intrinsic nature and poetic possibilitiesof materials.
Primavera was founded in 1991 through the generous benefaction of Ted and Cynthia Jackson, and the Jackson family, in memory of their late daughter Belinda."
ADMISSION: FREE
Myluka
Myluka is the website of Lisa M Blainey. She's makes beautiful, colourful bags, shawls and artworks out of the felt she creates.
"I create both beautiful merino wool, silk and alpaca felt and artworks from my studio on the Coral Coast at the base of the Great Barrier Reef. I like to think of the creation process as a bit of magic. You never really know what you are getting until the felt is dry..."
http://www.myluka.com
"I create both beautiful merino wool, silk and alpaca felt and artworks from my studio on the Coral Coast at the base of the Great Barrier Reef. I like to think of the creation process as a bit of magic. You never really know what you are getting until the felt is dry..."
http://www.myluka.com
Weekend
Went to Paddington on Saturday. Came across the Alicia Hollen store on Oxford St. Alicia is in the store on Saturdays. Her clothes are gorgeous - they look feminine, funky, vibrant, and beautiful. Plus they also fit the more curvy figures as well.
Then went to see Before Sunset at the Dendy, Newtown. Absolutely, totally loved the film!! The dialogue was great! Just as well too as it's a dialogue film basically for those who didn't know this. Maybe there's some 30 something consciousness or shared experience out there. I felt like a number of my Gen X friends would've related to it or been through similar experiences. It was written by Richard Linklater, Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy.
Then on Sunday had a couple of hours spare in the morning so went and had a look through the Space Furniture showroom in Alexandria. I'd seen a few of the fernando + humberto campana pieces in design talks and magazines etc but Space actually had their chair made out of bits of wood on display as well as their chair made of strips of fabric coming out from the centre on display. There were so many designer items on display! Kind of like a contemporary furniture museum - except everything was available to buy.
Then spent time with the family - Father's Day!
In the afternoon, it suddenly hailed. I've never seen the ground totally covered in little white ice bits before - not in metro Sydney anyway. It looked like it was snowing. It was so exciting! So I rushed out and took some photos. of the grass, the driveway, the trees covered in white. What a sight! Will try and post a photo or two up later.
Then went to the Peter Zumthor's 'The Magic of the Real' talk at the City Recital Hall, Angel Place. The talk was organised by the Australian Architecture Association. It was pretty much a full house. Zumthor was introduced by Glen Murcutt. He spoke for 2 hours. He showed some very beautiful images of his work, talked about various projects, what he was trying to achieve, the materials used and more.
Then picked up some Thai takeaway on the way back and watched some of Australian Idol. It's only fun if you vote so I put in a vote for quite a number of the contestants. Must be hard going through the competition. Looks like it's a very intense time for the contestants.
Then went to see Before Sunset at the Dendy, Newtown. Absolutely, totally loved the film!! The dialogue was great! Just as well too as it's a dialogue film basically for those who didn't know this. Maybe there's some 30 something consciousness or shared experience out there. I felt like a number of my Gen X friends would've related to it or been through similar experiences. It was written by Richard Linklater, Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy.
Then on Sunday had a couple of hours spare in the morning so went and had a look through the Space Furniture showroom in Alexandria. I'd seen a few of the fernando + humberto campana pieces in design talks and magazines etc but Space actually had their chair made out of bits of wood on display as well as their chair made of strips of fabric coming out from the centre on display. There were so many designer items on display! Kind of like a contemporary furniture museum - except everything was available to buy.
Then spent time with the family - Father's Day!
In the afternoon, it suddenly hailed. I've never seen the ground totally covered in little white ice bits before - not in metro Sydney anyway. It looked like it was snowing. It was so exciting! So I rushed out and took some photos. of the grass, the driveway, the trees covered in white. What a sight! Will try and post a photo or two up later.
Then went to the Peter Zumthor's 'The Magic of the Real' talk at the City Recital Hall, Angel Place. The talk was organised by the Australian Architecture Association. It was pretty much a full house. Zumthor was introduced by Glen Murcutt. He spoke for 2 hours. He showed some very beautiful images of his work, talked about various projects, what he was trying to achieve, the materials used and more.
Then picked up some Thai takeaway on the way back and watched some of Australian Idol. It's only fun if you vote so I put in a vote for quite a number of the contestants. Must be hard going through the competition. Looks like it's a very intense time for the contestants.
Friday, September 3, 2004
Cheapskate's guide to Sydney
Article in the SMH outlining some of the good deals around Sydney for an entertaining cheap night out. These include movie and theatre cheap nights, where to listen to free or cheap gigs and more. W: http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2004/09/02/1093939051881.html
Thursday, September 2, 2004
COFA Spring Fair 2004
On 11 September 2004, COFA hosts its annual Spring Fair.
Come and join in the free and fun festivities:WORKSHOPS – for adults and kids in ceramics, digital video, felting, batik and Shibori, illustration and 3D rendering, weaving, and colour experimentation.
SEMINARS – a unique series that aims, through involvement of well-known designers, artists, cartoonists, theorists, politicians, etc to uncover interesting issues and foster lively debate for all audience participants.
MARKET STALLS – with a wide range of hand-crafted goods made by emerging artists and designers including jewellery, clothing, paintings, ceramics, sculpture, bags, purses, slippers, children’s toys, belts, and other fashion accessories.
EXHIBITIONS – of painting, drawing, jewellery, ceramics, photography, printmaking, sculpture, animation and more.Use the links on the right to view the programme.
W: http://www.cofa.unsw.edu.au/springfair
Come and join in the free and fun festivities:WORKSHOPS – for adults and kids in ceramics, digital video, felting, batik and Shibori, illustration and 3D rendering, weaving, and colour experimentation.
SEMINARS – a unique series that aims, through involvement of well-known designers, artists, cartoonists, theorists, politicians, etc to uncover interesting issues and foster lively debate for all audience participants.
MARKET STALLS – with a wide range of hand-crafted goods made by emerging artists and designers including jewellery, clothing, paintings, ceramics, sculpture, bags, purses, slippers, children’s toys, belts, and other fashion accessories.
EXHIBITIONS – of painting, drawing, jewellery, ceramics, photography, printmaking, sculpture, animation and more.Use the links on the right to view the programme.
W: http://www.cofa.unsw.edu.au/springfair
Wednesday, September 1, 2004
Sydney Talks
The Sydney Talks guide to events is back! The new website has been launched. The events are now listed online as well as being available in selected venues around Sydney.
"SydneyTalks is an independent guide telling you where to find the most interesting public talks and debates in Sydney. We feature events across a number of topics, including politics, science, history and the Arts. A shortened version of SydneyTalks is available in hardcopy from selected outlets."
When it comes to life, less is more
Short piece in the SMH on why less is more.
W: http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2004/08/31/1093938920517.html
Monday, August 30, 2004
Slidenight: Farnan Findlay Architects
Small unknown Sydney based firm, Farnan Findlay Architects gets selected by super cool Wallpaper* magazine’s as one of 2003's top 10 architectural firms. Find out what the fuss is all about, if it helped and how they did it as Joel Farnan and partner Michelle Findlay present a little bit of a mystery. (They have just finished jazzing up the Spanish Club front bar so check it out on the way up.)
18.30 31 August The Spanish Club Level 2, 88 Liverpool St, Sydney $5/$3 concession
Farnan Findlay Architects: http://www.farnanfindlay.com.au/Slidenight website: http://www.sydneyarchitecture.org/slide
Sunday, August 29, 2004
Kick up the Dust - 25th September
Kick up the Dust is an annual competition with two categories of band and dance. This event provides a platform for multicultural young people (16 to 30) to express their passion for music and perform to a live crowd of up to 500. Most importantly, Kick up the Dust is for unsigned talents looking for a ‘break’. Six band and dance finalists will battle it out on stage on 25 September at the University of NSW.
A Different Corner Productions Inc. (ADC) is a non-profit voluntary organisation committed to bringing the Performing Arts to Australia’s culturally diverse community, as well as sharing cultural diversity to mainstream Australia via the Performing Arts.
KICK UP THE DUST 2004
6.30 – 11.00pm, Sat 25 Sep 2004
Science Theatre, University of NSW, Anzac Parade, Kensington
Tickets: $15 (pre-door), $20 (at door)
W: http://www.adifferentcorner.com
A Different Corner Productions Inc. (ADC) is a non-profit voluntary organisation committed to bringing the Performing Arts to Australia’s culturally diverse community, as well as sharing cultural diversity to mainstream Australia via the Performing Arts.
KICK UP THE DUST 2004
6.30 – 11.00pm, Sat 25 Sep 2004
Science Theatre, University of NSW, Anzac Parade, Kensington
Tickets: $15 (pre-door), $20 (at door)
W: http://www.adifferentcorner.com
Weekend
Went to Kirribilli markets on Saturday morning. It was pretty busy at around 9.30am. It was a nice and sunny day too. There were a number of stalls selling funky, designy second hand clothes. There were also a number of original craft stalls including spray painted, stencilled caps, jewellery, and bags. Also lots of the usual food stalls including fresh danish profiteroles, turkish gozleme, satay chicken sticks and more. The markets are literally right next to Millers Point train station. So it's pretty convenient!
Also saw the Bourne Supremacy last night. It's fast-paced and never boring. Lots of action. If you liked the Bourne Identity, you'll get more of the same in the second movie. Lots of fun.
Caught up with some friends for yum cha at New Marigold today. Then wandered across the road and had a walk through Paddy's markets. Got some really cool brown monkey slippers - reminiscent of some Sylvester slippers I had once. A bit of fun.
Also saw the Bourne Supremacy last night. It's fast-paced and never boring. Lots of action. If you liked the Bourne Identity, you'll get more of the same in the second movie. Lots of fun.
Caught up with some friends for yum cha at New Marigold today. Then wandered across the road and had a walk through Paddy's markets. Got some really cool brown monkey slippers - reminiscent of some Sylvester slippers I had once. A bit of fun.
Friday, August 27, 2004
Choc Tops in the Attic - Sydney 31st August
An evening of conversation & discussion for actors, writers, filmmakers, film lovers & students of film.
Independent spirits, Aspasia and Jaimie Leonarder are stalwarts of the independent and underground cinema and music scene in Australia.
Based in the inner west in Sydney and inveterate travellers to all national festivals, Jaimie and Aspa have been running Sounds of Seduction, Mu-Meson screenings and Cult Sinema movies for a decade or more and it's largely thanks to their tireless work and boundless curiosity that a number of Australian film makers and musicians have gone on to achieve marked success in this country.
Their catalogue and knowledge of cinema and lost genres is second to none and it's for this reason that Jaimie recently landed the role of co-host on the new SBS 'The Movie Show' and Aspasia runs a Thursday show on FBI radio.
Their respective backgrounds are as colourful and diverse as their personalities and together they've carved a substantial and unique niche and immensely popular following in Australia - whether it be for their multimedia nights at the Mu-Meson Archives with bands playing sets between reels of lost Man from Uncle episodes and Conspiracy documentaries or their marathon gigs around town playing lost classics of the 60's with modern loops or the more homely Monday night screenings of Cult Classics at the Annandale Hotel.
Dangerously funny, passionate with just about everything and thoroughly beyond sane description, an evening with Jaimie and Aspasia is guaranteed to be a memorable event.
RSVP to Tony: tony@doctorgram.com.au
Free admission - NAFA networking meetings are Free
Schedule:
6.30 pm - Get in early
6.45 pm - Start with Castings, Industry & NAFA announcements
7.15 pm ? Panel discussion
8.30 pm - Close
When: 31st August, 6.30 - 8.30pm
Where: ArtHouse Hotel, 275 Pitt Street, Sydney
Source: http://www.if.com.au/events/2004/08/27.html#item7776
Independent spirits, Aspasia and Jaimie Leonarder are stalwarts of the independent and underground cinema and music scene in Australia.
Based in the inner west in Sydney and inveterate travellers to all national festivals, Jaimie and Aspa have been running Sounds of Seduction, Mu-Meson screenings and Cult Sinema movies for a decade or more and it's largely thanks to their tireless work and boundless curiosity that a number of Australian film makers and musicians have gone on to achieve marked success in this country.
Their catalogue and knowledge of cinema and lost genres is second to none and it's for this reason that Jaimie recently landed the role of co-host on the new SBS 'The Movie Show' and Aspasia runs a Thursday show on FBI radio.
Their respective backgrounds are as colourful and diverse as their personalities and together they've carved a substantial and unique niche and immensely popular following in Australia - whether it be for their multimedia nights at the Mu-Meson Archives with bands playing sets between reels of lost Man from Uncle episodes and Conspiracy documentaries or their marathon gigs around town playing lost classics of the 60's with modern loops or the more homely Monday night screenings of Cult Classics at the Annandale Hotel.
Dangerously funny, passionate with just about everything and thoroughly beyond sane description, an evening with Jaimie and Aspasia is guaranteed to be a memorable event.
RSVP to Tony: tony@doctorgram.com.au
Free admission - NAFA networking meetings are Free
Schedule:
6.30 pm - Get in early
6.45 pm - Start with Castings, Industry & NAFA announcements
7.15 pm ? Panel discussion
8.30 pm - Close
When: 31st August, 6.30 - 8.30pm
Where: ArtHouse Hotel, 275 Pitt Street, Sydney
Source: http://www.if.com.au/events/2004/08/27.html#item7776
Marking time to join the band
Interesting part of this SMH article is the reference to Unwired Australia's wireless broadband network in Sydney. It's bandwidth is similar to cable and ADSL but the selling point is that it is a wireless service so as long as the area you travel to eg home to work to uni to wherever..., you can still be on the net if your notebook has this service installed on it. Prices are similar to other services. Brilliant idea!
You can type in the street names and suburbs in Sydney to see if you'd get Unwired coverage. When it covers the few streets I'd like to have access, then I'd be keen to sign up.
SMH article link: http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2004/08/23/1093113130655.html
Unwired Australia's website: http://www.unwired.com.au
You can type in the street names and suburbs in Sydney to see if you'd get Unwired coverage. When it covers the few streets I'd like to have access, then I'd be keen to sign up.
SMH article link: http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2004/08/23/1093113130655.html
Unwired Australia's website: http://www.unwired.com.au
Tuesday, August 24, 2004
CG August zine now up!
This issue features interviews with Tin Nguyen and Edward Cutting of tin&ed, and Rachel Bending of Slingfings, artwork by Claudio Parentela, Citrus article by the Veggie Lady, Toni Salter and art and film reviews by Fiona Prior.
W: http://www.chaosgeneration.com/zine
W: http://www.chaosgeneration.com/zine
Monday, August 23, 2004
The Corporation
Saw The Corporation documentary film at the Vahalla Cinemas, Glebe today. It talks about the modern corporation as an entity. It looks at their influence and impact on workers, people in the developing countries, the environment and more. The corporation serves the financial interests of the shareholders. The documentary features interviews with people including Michael Moore, Naomi Klein, Milton Friedman and Noam Chomsky. It's a must-see film and will make you think about the brands you're wearing and consuming and maybe think about how you can affect change for a better world in the future.
Valhalla Cinemas: http://www.valhallacinemas.com.au
Film website: http://www.thecorporation.com
Valhalla Cinemas: http://www.valhallacinemas.com.au
Film website: http://www.thecorporation.com
Monday, August 16, 2004
Cute Things
Lili Chin of Fwak Animation has started a new blog of cute toys she likes with links to the websites.
W: http://agentchin.typepad.com/cutethings/
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