Quantum of Solace

I have been holding out for a few days now. Yes, I couldn't force myself to write a review on a movie that I was expecting to be a little more than was delivered. Don't take that the wrong way, I really enjoyed the new Bond film, but it just doesn't reach the Casino Royale expectations I was hoping it would surpass. I was reading Jeff Green's blog just a hot second ago, when I realized he has the exact same opinion about this movie as I do. So instead of ranting about all the things I loved and hated about this film, I will just quote Mr. Green when he says, "Daniel Craig rules." I couldn't have said it better.

Wrath of the Death Knight, err.. Lich King?

I figured I'd hop on my friends account(since my account is long expired) and steal a little footage of another friends Deathknight action. It's just a short clip, but I anticipate the "nerf stick" hitting this class VERY soon. And yes, they walk on water 15% faster than anyone you know. Wait, what?





Also, here's a fun World of Warcraft music video..

Rogues Do It From Behind

Mac Attack Motha Fu..

This is what it's all about. I'm guessing they get a hefty student discount...
Check out John Hancock back there with the pen and paper.

BEHOLD, CREATIVITY.

I can't begin to tell you how amazingly excited I am that my group 2010 ad project is nearing completion. On Thursday we (my awesome group) present our ad to a classroom FULL of judgmental kids who will be than convinced their groups' project will be the best. Needless to say, I don't know if we'll win the client, nor do I care if we do.. I'm in it for the grade, plain and simple. On that note, I'll tell you exactly who the client is, that way you can better understand the ad at the top of the page. Our client is a band called 'Brave Combo'. They started in good ole '79. It is fairly hard to market such an old band to such a young demographic, but I think we succeeded. Also, I love adobe photoshop.

I still 'get' me.

I have been reading ALOT of blogs lately, but one my favs is definitely Hipster Runoff. I came across one of the funnier posts today. It's basically a letter written to "mom" from an "alternative kid" about how well they are doing and how no one 'gets' them. It's a good laugh. Check it out.

Hi mom,
Haven’t really tried to communicate with you since mother’s day. I appreciate the fact that you have kept money flowing into my account. I’m working on getting a job, I promise. Things are just busy at design school. You’ll be happy to know that I have a set of very demanding professors who are getting the best of me. Needless to say, I have big dreams.

I know that sometimes you don’t ‘get’ my lifestyle. That’s okay. One day you will. The truth is that I am an artist. I need to tell the world who I am and what is on my mind. Whether it’s the way I dress, the content in my facebook profile, or the doodles that I make on coffee shop napkins, all of these small things represent me. (Even though they are small, I have learned to consider them meaningful.)

I’ve had a lot of false starts on my journey towards adulthood, but please know that I have really matured. I voted for the first time in this election, and I felt like I was part of something bigger than myself. I know you weren’t an Obama supporter, but hopefully I can change your mind at Thanksgiving dinner. Maybe we can also talk about how I don’t believe in God any more, if time permits.

You see? I have my own mind now. Free of being impressionable. I am unique these days, mom. You’d be proud of me. The other night, my friends and I stayed up til 6 a.m. drinking box wine and talking about life/philosophy/design/consumerism. I just think things are really headed in the right direction for me. I might have to study abroad soon to make sure I am immersed in a meaningful culture where authentic ideas can really soak into my brain.

Thanks for all of your support, mom. I know sometimes you don’t ‘get’ why I am the way that I am, but one day, it will all make sense. Tell dad I said hey. I hope he isn’t still mad at me for quitting sports in high school. Sometimes I play frisbee golf.

Your son,
AltKid Growing Up

PS: In this envelope, you will find 3 CDs of bands with female singers. You will like them.
a) Feist
b) Crystal Castles
c) Uffie + Beach House mix CD

Give them some times. You’ll grow into them.

P.P.S: Please send a little bit more money. The seasons are changing and I need some new jackets and stuff like that. I have my eye on this black leather one, or maybe a pea coat.

Hello & Welcome!

Hello Folks! So I thought I would start this blog off with one of my more useless posts. What exactly I will be doing today. Since I don't have school, work, or schoolwork to do today, I will be sitting on my ass for the majority of the day. FIRST I am going to attempt to make pancakes (again) without a spatula (at least I have butter this time). After I eat, I will fill the rest of my day with playing CoD: World at War Beta and Gears of War 2 (maybe). Also, a shower may take place at some point.. I'm still unsure of that because I have no one to smell nice for! Here's to an easy day of no responsibilites. HUZZAH!