Secret Cinemas

An original event idea is always fun to see work and Secret Cinema is a (fairly) new phenomenon which seems set to increase its appeal to a wider audience. The venues are held secret until close to the time of screening, and tend to reflect the subject of the film. Previous venues have ranged from the Royal Academy of Arts (Funny Face) to a disused railway tunnel in South London (Gus van Sant's skateboarding movie Paranoid Park) and the events aim to recreate the spirit of the movie being screened.
What a great idea. We are seeing not only "pop up" cinema but "pop up" dinner parties with celebrity chefs, but pop up bicycle events or routes too. A lIve unplanned "feel" to an event is important. This is in fact a lie of course, as someone really does a lot of planning and organisation, but the presentation is all about being very last minute and raw. For the same feeling of rawness you can buy tickets for warts and all previews of big budget Broadway shows like Spider-Man. Seeing these productions in preview gives the audience a fly on the wall experience watching the problems and stoppages during this last stage of the show before it "opens". So perhaps through the popularity of "reality" shows we are subjected to on TV, a whole new "pop up" genre is growing where the excitement and buzz comes from being involved in the live raw action and not knowing exactly what is happening until moments before, so letting people's imaginations build up before the actual event or both.
So for a sense of excitement at an event or party you are organising, or even wedding celebration you have in mind, this maybe a great way to be different and get everyone talking about it. As we have discovered it is quite simple to rent all you need for a film screening and create a Pop Up Cinema (many local Universities and Colleges have Media Centers who will rent out their equipment) and to put up a screen wherever you fancy. We are always looking for good ideas to test out for our blog and so one of us tried a film event last summer in our garden for our teenage children's after exams party - we simply moved the furniture outside one evening, hung a sheet up on the outside wall and warned the neighbours that if they heard screaming it was probably OK, as the theme was horror - it can be pretty spooky watching a horror film outside which the teenagers loved. (You might not want to choose that theme for your wedding!). It was a great success and we thought that by adding in a dress code and you could have a fantastic film backdrop to a spectacular fancy dress party. The themes are endless from Star Trekkies to Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire black tie evenings, extend these to younger children's party themes and you just may have set the latest trend.
Whatever you are celebrating its time to be creative, use your imagination and don't forget to keep it in the "Pop Up" theme and send your guests details of where, what and when only at the last minute! Over to you...for the next "Pop Up" idea.

An Art Gallery Analysis

One of my projects in my university art class was to visit an art gallery and organize an analysis of the gallery as well as to select one artist's work which is on display. I was to discuss the merits of that selected work of art for all to see. As you drive towards the ocean, east of Lewis Delaware, you encounter a quaint little art gallery on your left with a full size sign above the gallery reading, "Peninsula Gallery". After parking at 520 Savannah Road and entering the shop, you first encounter the friendly owners and operators, Carol and Tony Boyd-Heron. Both of these individuals are very knowledge in the field of art and in particular those clients with whom they represent.
The gallery is composed of four major sections, the main gallery with its general selection of art work, a separate featured artist exhibit area and two business sections for building frames and art restoration. On entering the gallery I was at first disappointed for I had expected the business to be larger than what it actually was. I felt it was unusually small however in all fairness; there were some unique and interesting paintings on the walls from some of Delaware's outstanding local artists. I saw some harbor scenes in acrylic painted by Tara Funk Grime. Her works appealed to my whimsical nature however, my goal was to review the work of Frank Schoonover who was scheduled for an exhibit at the gallery between February 2nd and the 28th. Unfortunately, the paintings for Mr. Schoonover had not arrived at the gallery as of the time of my arrival.
Being somewhat of an artist myself, I inquired about the lack of any sort of modern styles of art being displayed in the gallery. In response, Mr. Boyd-Heron informed me that the studio's customers who frequent the gallery were more conventional in their taste; therefore most contemporary art work was usually not available. Being a small gallery there were no specific tools in place to guide one to any significant displays. In lieu of a central focal point, I would have to state that if any art were of exceptional value above the others, it would likely be those which occupy the front display areas. These are the first works viewed as you enter the gallery.
I continued to take a short walk through the main section of the gallery and alternately chanced upon the works of Howard Eberle. I previously had never viewed any of this gentleman's art. Although Mr. Eberle's watercolor compositions were generally simple seascape scenes, he produced some very dramatic paintings with solid perspective and firm form. The longer I gazed at his art work the more appreciative I was to his style. His use of simple humble objects produced a spontaneous freshness in his composition and hinged closely to an abstract style. Even Mr. Eberle refers to his particular painting style as "abstract realism". Viewing his work for any length of time provides a new found peacefulness for one's soul.
Several of his art works feature such common objects as weather vanes, an old abandoned rocking chair, a badly weathered rowboat or other objects often overlooked by the non-artist eye. In his art we can view empty deck chairs as if they are inviting us to sit and observe the ocean from which it faces all within a type of surreal environment.
Much of his projects feature strong shadow textures and a certain amount of graphical influence perhaps as a result of his heavily inspired architectural background. I was very impressed by his use of lights and shadows to project a sense of time into the paintings.
Although Mr. Eberlie has several excellent works of art that I could select to analyze and discuss I have managed to break down my selection to one only. I will talk about his watercolor painting referred to as "Sunset Bay".
This small painting is less than two feet by three feet, but packs an abundance of artistic strengths in its small package. It sits on the wall with other works from Eberlie's collection of art. The only identifying data for the art work is a small card attached to the wall indicating the artist's name. I was forced to do additional research in order to identify the piece of art accurately and place a specific name upon it.
As with keeping with the artist's practice of simplicity we see white sand based against a receding sun. The horizon is clearly shown, indicating by both color and light that evening has approached. The darkness of the chair in the foreground reveals not only a measure of shadow but a sharp contrast against the lighter shades of the painting. The design aspects of the piece fit together perfectly and provide the observer with a feeling of closure and balance.
When I view this work of art I am first impressed at how my eyes are drawn into the declining sun on the horizon. The straight lines associated with the solid chair compliment the roundness we see in the fading sun. Both horizontal and vertical lines blend together in harmony while the artist has successfully transferred a feeling of calm with his weak and light shadowy effect. These cold black shadows of the chair contrast perfectly with the warm skylight shades. We can not view this painting without realizing how Eberlie has maintained an abundance of space on his canvas yet has overlapped that space with firm, solid objects with accurate proportions.
As we look at "Sunset Bay" we realize how often we have been in this particular scene without appreciating the full impact of what we were seeing. I have frequently taken my own folding lawn chair and visited the coastal towns along the Delaware shore and sat calmly at the edge of the ocean listening to the waves and hearing the gulls above while watching the distant sun go down slowly beyond the horizon. To do so, reveals a calm life at the shore with no human intervention other than me and Mother Nature. I truly have to thank Mr. Eerlie for bring back so many fine memories of my past years.
The website for "Peninsula Gallery" is clearly laid out and can be easily navigated without difficulty. Within its pages you will find samples of the artwork which is on display at the gallery and a list of upcoming exhibitions. Assuming that the art work had arrived to the gallery as planned the web site would have proven useful for this trip. It is unfortunate that the internet site could not provide a better view of the art pieces and further explanation of the art contained within the gallery, as that would have been very helpful prior to my visit. However, the owners have done as well as can be expected and no problems were experienced. Even though the expected exhibit was not present the experience was still enjoyable and worthwhile. I will likely revisit the site in the future in order to see what is scheduled and visit the gallery accordingly.

Five Great Flapper Fancy Dress Costume Tips

Few costumes have as much fun, sassy character, and style as a 1920's-style flapper fancy dress costume. They are extravagant in all the ways the real queens of the party world once were 90 years ago, and you can really let your hair down dressed as one of these party ladies.
The flappers became famous, or rather infamous, during the 1920s as a new breed of young ladies who were the rebellious party girls of the era. Wearing short skirts, short bobbed hair, smoked and drank, and listened to jazz.
Their general attitude was that of contempt for the normal behavior society expected of them, and they were often seen as the female counterparts to the gangsters of the time. They rebelled with their lifestyles - smoking, drinking, driving and having casual sex. Flappers are classic symbols of fun, and if you want to become one for the night, here are five rules you have to follow with your flapper costume:
1. Short, bobbed hair
A rule for flappers is wearing short bobbed hair - a bold statement of rebellion at the time. So get your curls up in bob, or a flapper-style wig will do just as well.
2. Cigarette holder
The iconic image of the flapper always has the cigarette and holder, held casually over their shoulder. If you don't smoke, get one anyway! You want the image at least to be complete.
3. Lots of feathers
It's all about feathers with flappers. Stick one in your headpiece, get a feather scarf. Stick feathers left right and center - the more the better.
4. Scarves
A big, beautiful, casual flapper scarf - preferably of feathers, and the same color as your dress, you can have so much fun posing with one of these draped around you.
5. Hand on hip posing
The truly convincing flapper costume is more than just the clothes. It's all about the attitude. So get your hand on your hip and slink - several hours practice in the mirror should have it just right. Remember you don't give a damn about the world and its rules. All you want to do... is party.
You can make a great flapper costume at home, without too much trouble, is you have the colorful cloth and some big jewelry to add. The feathers might need borrowing or renting, and it's rare people have a good cigarette holder lying around. But you can find everything you need in any good costume store - local or online.

Brenda Lee Took Rockabilly to Amazing Heights of Success

Every year at Christmas time, we're reminded of what a phenomenal performer Brenda Lee has been over the years! Lee, who was born in 1944 broke into the music business with her first professional appearances when she was just 12 years old in 1956. she was only 14 when she recorded the rockin' rockabilly Christmas classic, "Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree" and the song has become a must-have standard to lovers of Christmas music. It's just one of the many accomplishments in Lee's career.
Lee's voice was amazingly mature for such a young girl and she could use it like no one else had ever heard anyone sing before. It didn't take Lee's career long to kick into overdrive after her initial recordings and she began to take the musical world by storm. She signed her first record contract with Decca Records in that same year, 1956 and her first Decca record was "Jambalaya"/"Bigelow 6-200."
She hit the charts for the first time in early 1957 with the song ""One Step At a Time" which reached #43 in the Billboard charts and #15 on the country charts. Brenda Lee had hit the scene and was on her way! But it was her next single, "Dynamite," that gave Lee the nickname Little Miss Dynamite, a moniker that fit her extremely well!
In December of 1957, she appeared on The Grand Ol' Opry for the first time and it happened to be the same night that a young rockabilly singer named Elvis Presley made one of his very rare Opry appearances. There's a great picture of the two of them standing together back stage and the picture reminds you of what a young girl Lee really was at the time.
After the legendary Owen Bradley became her producer (a relationship that lasted well into the mid 70s), Lee had her first top ten smash hit with "Sweet Nothings" which was followed quickly by her first #1 chart topper, "I'm Sorry." Both of these hits came in 1960. "I'm Sorry" also became Lee's first gold record. Little Miss Dynamite had certainly arrived!
Like many other rockabilly and early rock and roll stars, Brenda embarked on an international tour and quickly became an international sensation too. In 1961 she recorded several songs in German, Italian, and French and saw these songs sky rocket up the charts in those countries. And she wasn't even 20 years old yet!
In 1965 she embarked on her first tour of Japan to more resounding success. She also recorded songs in Japanese and the Japanese market ate it up.
Lee has 29 gold records to her name, including "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" which has sold seven million copies worldwide and "I'm Sorry" which has sold an astonishing 15 million copies! She has achieved more double-sided hits than any other woman in pop music and has charted in more categories (including pop, country, R&B, easy listening, etc.) than any other woman in music history. She's #9 on the list of most consecutive top-10 hits and #21 on the list of most charting singles of all time. She's been nominated for four Grammy awards (though she's never won) and is nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. In 1997 she became the youngest person ever inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.

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Hair Styles for Men

While most men choose a neat, short haircut, some people use their hair as a form of expression, in accordance with their style of dress, music and movie selection. Alternative style can be difficult to shoot, but when he cut and style correctly, it can be a creative look that says a lot about the person wearing it. Add your own special color and customize these styles and can have an original style that is his own.

Mohawk
Mohawk hairstyle is extremely, which has been around for many years but gained popularity in 2000. This style is worn by men, women and even children. General view of the Mohawk is shaving both sides of the head, leaving a strip of hair in the center of their heads. Mohawk can be configured as extreme as you want with your hair about 2-4 inches and 6 to 12 inches. There are many opportunities Mohawk, so this is an easy style to make your own.

Faux Hawk

Formal hawk is less extreme version of the Mohawk and is popular in more conservative men, because it is creative form that does not attract as much attention as a Mohawk. Another bonus Faux Hawk is that it can be shaped in another way, when that opinion is not suitable, for example, in the office. Official letter hawk style long hair of the head, long hair in the center, which can be thickened to the top of a small glance at Mohawk. Sometimes this kind of change by Slicking hair of the person before allowing the rest of the hair sticking out the back.

Spikes

Thorns only long hair, wild version of traditional men's haircut. Spike Hair Cut jaggedly, possibly with a razor blade, and only slightly less in the country. Using a gel, lipstick, wax or other strong where to make your hair stand up. You can also collect small tufts of hair violently, giving rise to spikes.

Shaggy

This alternative style of hairy men is very flexible and can be style in several ways. The tolerance on the top and sides and a long part of the hair in front of the forehead. The hair is cut in layers, using add exceptional softness and texture. Many people will style this haircut, comb the hair on the forehead, creating a blast. Zac Efron and Chase Crawford are two people who made this famous style. Bonus style that allows a lot of movement, and should not look perfect, because it must be messy style.