A useful translation of a sign in front of an unknown Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Vivid Festival – Customs House
Thought it might be topical to mention Vivid Festival 2011 on its last weekend. I checked out the light sculptures on Friday night and was most impressed by the mapped projections on Customs House, Circular Quay. Clever use of projected animation transformed the historic building into a colourful renaissance palace, then fast forward in time to its crumbling future. I …
A Reflection on the Nature of Success…
Last night I went to the Oh Really Gallery closing party and it led me to reflect on the nature of success. The closing of Oh Really represents the end of a Newtown street art institution, and the atmosphere was jovial. I found myself compelled to congratulate one of the gallery directors on his great success. Five years previous I …
Terry Pratchett at Sydney Opera House
Nerds ahoy! A video of Terry Pratchett in conversation during his recent visit to Australia for the Discworld Convention. has been published online. Watch the genius speaking on all manner of topics, including his recent diagnosis of early onset Alzheimer’s disease and his stance on assisted suicide. I presume this will be his last visit to Australia and the talk …
Rain Forest Frog Tattoo
The little froggy guy on the wrist was designed by me, to complement the rain forest theme with the space available. Sadly I can’t also claim credit for the little elf guy, who was the product the inimitable talents of Mr Brian Froud! Want a tattoo design? Get in touch.
Make Te Aro Beautiful
Graffiti in Te Aro (Wellington), New Zealand No spray paint required because Te Aro is already beautiful!
Saturday night in Auburn
Had an action packed weekend as usual, but Saturday night was quite a varied cultural excursion. I went with my housemates in the evening to Auburn and we had a super tasty, kebabtastic feed there. The kebab shop in auburn totally knocks the socks of the city versions, it was packed full of people having fun and making noise inside …
Blues and Burlesque
Wow, you would think I may have been over it as I rocked up to my third burlesque event this week, but my tolerance for pretty naked ladies just seems to go up and up. The inaugural Blues and Burlesque was jam packed full of hep cats, making for a great night of dancing, once I had overcome my intimidation …
Tim Minchin’s Storm
An awesome beat poem by Tim Minchin about arguing with good looking hippies. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhGuXCuDb1U]
Dr Sketchy’s Sydney
I attended Dr Sketchy’s Sydney this week and thought I’d share a couple of doodles (not that kind, sicko!) with you. If you don’t know what Dr Sketchy’s is, then YOU SHOULD! It’s a world wide phenomena of burlesque and alternative life drawings, with a couple of performances and competitions thrown into the mix for extra fun times!