Need some Pick-Me-Up?---Check out these Artists Who Inspire: a new weekly showcase

Because I have found such a joy and fascination with others work as artists...I want to share what I find for inspiration to others .  On a weekly basis I will showcase artists and their work(of diverse genres) I have found through out the week.  Some very prime finds this week....I have posted links to their work---ENJOY!

ARTISTS WHO INSPIRE!--Week 1

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JARA FRISK--Visual Arts

FEATURED PIECE OF ART:

The story behind Jara's creation of this series is quite interesting---You can find the story on a link to her blog below...A fresh and colorful burst of creativity from an artist with a great process.

 http://www.jarafrisk.blogspot.com/

http://www.etsy.com/shop/JaraFrisk/sold

http://www.flickr.com/photos/jarafrisk/

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AmaramAart - Amara Vercnocke--Fiber Arts

FEATURED PIECE OF ART:

Amara explains her craft:  "Each wool felted goody is always a little different and unique so each person can have their own unique piece of artwork"...the detailing and craft-woman-ship is simply stunning and intricate...talent galore.  Amara is also offering the following discount on her Etsy site:  Promo code on check out for 20% off total purchase---PROMO CODE:  fuzzyfun4all

• http://www.etsy.com/shop/amaramaart

  
  

  http://www.facebook.com/pages/Amarama-Art/195802371446

  
  

  
  

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CYNTHIA UHRICH--Actress/Writer/Director/Instructor

FEATURED PIECE OF ART:

Trailer Link:  Regular Joe The Movie

Cynthia's creativity in each genre she works is hands down pure talent...her ability to work with people is innate and describes her work with students in her studio link below.  A real jem in the entertainment industry.----Watch for Cynthia's upcoming film project: M4W (Man For Woman)

http://www.itmacting.com/

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2434863/

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ANNIE FITZGERALD--Singer/Songwriter

FEATURED PIECE OF ART:

SONG LINK:  Watch The World Go By

Annie has been reviewed glowingly through out the country .... In fact, Dwight Hobbes of the TC Daily Planet wrote that she was "reminiscent of Joni Mitchel..."  A true & dynamic professional with a voice to lift your spirits through the day and night.

http://www.facebook.com/AnnieFitzgeraldMusic

http://www.anniefitzgerald.com/

http://www.myspace.com/anniefitzgerald

http://www.twitter.com/FitzgeraldAnnie

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***Next week check out a new set of Artists Who Inspire .  If you have an idea or would like to submit an artist just give a holler!

Cheers!

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A favorite desert in a little drink that packs a punch---Short little post for a heavenly indulgence! Give it a try with the link above! Happy Friday & CHEERS!

Lady Gaga - Born This Way

THIS LITTLE MONSTER is INSPIRED!



Waking up this morning and awaiting the release of Lady Gaga's Born This Way was well worth it!  Lady Gaga once again one up's herself by pushing the envelope....This little monster thinks how could she possibly top this.  Honestly, at my first preview of this video I didn't know what to think---The more I watched I will have to say the shock factor wore off.  The plasma birth and evil didn't settle well at first---however the more I viewed the more I was able to interpret this video as beautiful.

That's what I like about Gaga afterall....Beautiful doesn't always mean a  typical route.  There is something very "UGLY--BEAUTIFUL" about this video...and that's why I wiggled a little.  Isn't that what art is all about?!  To feel something.

It was interesting to see it at the Grammy's first with a much more abstract presentation with athletic and modern choreography(which I believe was better on the stage than in the video).

Enjoy the video...I can't wait to see how she can top herself after this....But I am fully inspired for the day!

My BEST DRESSED OSCARS 2011--The Ladies

#1 -- Jennifer Hudson, in Atelier Versace


#2--Reese Witherspoon, in Armani


Michelle Williams, in Chanel


Anne Hathaway, in Valentino couture


Mila Kunis, in Elie Saab



Hilary Swank, in Gucci


Helen Mirren, in Vivienne Westwood


#3--Sandra Bullock in Vera Wang

OSCARS 2011---A new theme and a good year !

YES YES!  With 2.5 hours to go....It's that time of the year again for THE OSCARS.  ABC hosts the 83rd annual frenzy in Hollywood at the Kodak Theater and is brimming with new themes.  Most noted will be the dubbed "MOST INTERACTIVE" year at the OSCARS -- http://oscar.go.com -- 


A few more interesting interactive themes found there way on to my ipad:

1)  OSCAR Backstage Pass:   http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/oscar-backstage-pass/id411784735?mt=8

2)  E Live from the Red Carpet:    http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/live-from-the-red-carpet/id410377037?mt=8

The biggest change coming however is the hosting style:  James Franco and Anne Hathaway will lead the night---a welcomed and quirky change!


I did make my predictions "contest style" of WHO WILL WIN on http://oscar.go.com/ ... However I would like to make a nod to WHO SHOULD WIN in a couple of categories, but most likely will not:


BEST PICTURE:  The Kids Are All Right 
ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE:  Jeremy Renner, The Town
WRITING(ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY):  **TIE** The Kids Are All Right & Inception




NOW to roll out that red carpet, put on my OSCAR best and join the party....I hope your Hollywood night is GLITZY!  

ABC 2011 Oscar Promo With James Franco and Anne Hathaway

Evernote Introduction: Windows---The LATEST inspiration !

Although it has been around for awhile....I have climbed on the Evernote boat cruise. I'm more amazed than I thought I would be. Not only did I download the app for my PC ... I downloaded the app for my ipad and iphone. I will say it does exactly as it says....Creates your life into one little informational tree. It has kept me completely organized for three weeks now, and I can't imagine any other product on the market create an app that can do what this little gadget does! To get those thoughts and ideas out of your head and make them a reality for free...one really can't go wrong with this besty companion.

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