I've taken a real, er, shine to these 'Celestial Moggies', created by Boya Latumahina, possibly because the above cat-like constellation bears a striking resemblance to my first pet, Tiger.Yo, where's the 'saddo disclaimer' button on this thing?
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Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Glinting Like Cats' Eyes
I've taken a real, er, shine to these 'Celestial Moggies', created by Boya Latumahina, possibly because the above cat-like constellation bears a striking resemblance to my first pet, Tiger.Yo, where's the 'saddo disclaimer' button on this thing?
Monday, April 26, 2010
Monday, April 12, 2010
Game Over...
This is sort of incredible.
It seems the characters from 8-bit video games of yesteryear are fed up of being sidelined in favour of newer models and have decided to vent their frustrations on New York City:
'Pixels' was created by Patrick Jean. His other stuff is well worth casting your eye over too.
It seems the characters from 8-bit video games of yesteryear are fed up of being sidelined in favour of newer models and have decided to vent their frustrations on New York City:
'Pixels' was created by Patrick Jean. His other stuff is well worth casting your eye over too.
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Chin Up, Chuck
I kinda love this video, 'Things To Learn', by Christian Borstlap and Paul Postma for Dutch children’s charity, Kinderpostzegels.
Super stuff.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Wednesday, November 04, 2009
Good Source of Riboflavin
Apparently today is Sesame Street's 40th birthday. Excellent.I've yet to catch the Irish-language version on TG4 ('Tar ag Spraoi Sesame') but I'm glad it's back on Irish television these days.
This is my all-time favourite clip from the show:
Wednesday, September 09, 2009
Daily Distraction
As if you needed any more.
Learn Something Every Day is a relatively new site, which posts cute one pictorial fact like the above. Might be worth adding to your Google Reader.
Learn Something Every Day is a relatively new site, which posts cute one pictorial fact like the above. Might be worth adding to your Google Reader.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Peek A Boo
You've probably seen this picture of a cheeky squirrel gatecrashing a Minnesota couple's Kodak moment at a lake in Canada's Banff National Park.Well, someone was inspired by this to come up with The Squirrelizer, a programme that lets you help the furry fella to appear at other inappropriate occasions.
Kinda nifty, huh?[via The Presurfer]
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Dead Famous
From 'Photoshop Handsome' to... well, not so much.Most likely trying to capitalise on the current infatuation with the undead, Worth1000 recently challenged Photoshop whizzes to put their skills to the test and produce a 'celebrity vampire'. The complete list of entries can be viewed here.
As you'll see, the results vary in quality, but these are a few of my favourites:
Christian Bale
Lily Allen
Kevin Arnold from 'The Wonder Years'
Beyoncé KnowlesFriday, July 03, 2009
Barometer of Judgement
Love it:True Blood - How this fantastic series remains without an Irish distributor is beyond me. Directed by 'Six Feet Under' creator Alan Ball, the series is set in a reality where vampires have come out into the open following the invention of synthetic blood. Starring Anna Paquin as Sookie and Stephen Moyer as her vampire love-interest Bill, the series has been rather aptly described by Aideen as 'Twilight for grown-ups'.
Slightly Blue - This nifty little device scours collections of Flickr photographs for images that match a colour of your choice. I haven't a clue what practical uses it might serve but it's fun to play around with it and test its accuracy.
Twitter - Yes, I was initially skeptical of the 'micro-blogging' site and I do think a lot of the jibes directed at those who 'tweet' are entirely justified. However, the use of the site by Iranian civilians to orchestrate rallies has convinced me of Twitter's merits and watching the hysteria surrounding Michael Jackson's death unfold in real time on the site was fascinating.
When Saints Go Machine - If you hold my musical tastes in any regard at all, you need to get your hands on a copy of the Swedish band's album 'Ten Makes A Face'. Oh, and while you're at it, check out their self-titled EP.
Can't Speak French - This genius idea by the girls from Bluebirds Are So Natural involves converting the lyrics to popular songs into French through online 'translators' and then re-converting the resulting French back into English. e.g. 'This time baby I’ll be Bulletproof' becomes 'This baby of time, is it with test of the balls.' Amazing.
Shove it:
Sexist McCoy's Ad - Yorkie already did this. Far better.
No More Ad Hoc in Temple Bar - Where the jiggins are people going to get zebra-print tights, diamond encrusted whistles and metallic bow-ties now that this Dublin institution has closed up shop?
Perez Hilton - I'm becoming increasingly convinced that this man is, in fact, the anti-Christ.
Murray Mania - How can the Brits get so excited about the sporting success of a character who doesn't seem remotely excited himself? Henman hardy epitomised charisma but he was at least able to serve up a smile once in a while, unlike this chap, who lives up to the stereotype of the dour Scot.
Avenue Q's Final Curtain - After a run that lasted over 6 years, my favourite Broadway musical will close on September 13, 2009. If you've never experienced the irreverent puppety brilliance of this show during its run, it really does suck to be you.
[Image: Baltimore 21201]
Tuesday, June 09, 2009
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Private Eyes
I was interviewed last week about my views on online privacy as part of the ongoing 'Privacy For Sale' campaign.
I'm not sure how worthy I am of the tag 'blogger' but this is the label I've been given in the clip. Check it out:
More clips can be found on Privacy For Sale's Youtube channel.
I'm not sure how worthy I am of the tag 'blogger' but this is the label I've been given in the clip. Check it out:
More clips can be found on Privacy For Sale's Youtube channel.
Sunday, May 03, 2009
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Barometer of Judgement
Love It:Imogen Heap - She's documented the drawn-out process of assembling her third album in a series of vblogs but now it seems we might finally get to hear the end product. She recently revealed on Twitter that the album is called 'Ellipse' and is scheduled for an August release.
IYT Festival of New Writing - Dublin's only youth-run youth theatre staged a fantastic festival this week. If you missed it, shame on you. Don't beat yourself up too much though because you'll have another chance to witness the talents of IYT during the upcoming Gay Theatre Festival. 'Killed By Curriculum' is written by emerging playwright Shaun Dunne and runs from 4th to 6th May in Teachers' Club Parnell Square. Tickets can be booked here.
New Look - I always thought it was just for women. Turns out they've got a H&M worthy men's collection. Summer Ball outfit: sourced.
Britney in Dublin - June 19th is the date Britney's Circus rolls into town. Tickets start at €86 though, which is a bit steep for the worst seats in the house. Tempting all the same...
MTV Sessions - Whoever's responsible for these is clearly pretty clued in as the roster of artists, performing pared down live versions of their tracks, reads like a who's who of 'next big thing' contenders.
Shove it:
The Long Goodbye - I've started bracing myself to say goodbye to DCU all over again. Mixed feelings about it, to be honest. As eager as I am to move on to the next stage of my life, I've had a lot of fun the past few weeks and it's a bit depressing seeing things set up for a time when I won't be here.
Bills, Bills, Bills - TV licences are a load of pox. I completely empathise with the people in those patronising ads who go to great lengths to avoid paying them.
Demolition of Andrews Lane Theatre - Apparently it's been on the cards for over a year but they've now officially started advertising the office spaces in the replacement building. Apparently the new complex will include a theatre but God knows how long it's going to take for the construction to take.
Calvin Harris' Latest Stuff - I wanted to like it but have come to the conclusion that it's absolute parp. Other people seem to be lapping it up though because 'I'm Not Alone' is his first ever UK Number One. Let them eat cake.
Lorraine Keane Off The Tellybox- As if losing The Seoige Sisters wasn't traumatic enough, Lorraine Keane has finished up on TV3's 'Xpose'. Who's going to tell us when Kylie launches a new brand of perfume now?!
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Barometer of Judgement
Love it:The Books - American 'folktronica' act The Books are certainly worth a spin if The Garden State OST features in your CD/audio file collection. And perhaps even if it doesn't.
Google Reader - This nifty device saves a whole lot of clicking by displaying any new posts on your favourite blogs and sites that have been made since you last checked.
Cute Overload - Does exactly what it says on the tin.
Charity Shops - Assembling the costumes for DCU Drama's production of 'Rent' has been something of a trial. On the upside, I now have a near expert knowledge of Dublin's charity shops and realise that there are so many treasures to be found at dirt cheap prices in these establishments.
TV3 - Despite the fact that it must rank among the most awkward places in Dublin to access, I was very impressed by the set up that the independent TV station have in the Ballymount Estate, Lucan. Anyone who sees how slick the operation is behind the scenes might be less inclined to deride the likes of Xposé or Martin King. Then again, they might not.
Shove it:
Patrick Wolf - I tried to convince myself the new stuff was good but I've now conceded that it's pretty pants. He's slowly morphing into Boy George and the video for 'Vulture' is vile.
Assignments - It's 'reading week' but I've yet to do any reading. Oh dear.
Career Doom - The next person who tells me there won't be any jobs when I finish in September should brace themselves for a whack attack. My mother even suggested I go crawling back to the Irish insurance industry. Please God, don't let it come to that.
Skins Series Finale - This series has been brilliant so I'm slightly devastated that it's coming to an end this Thursday. The trailer suggests it's going to be characteristically overblown. I'll be disappointed if it's not.
Lucy Kennedy - Why do RTE insist on shoving these 'personalities' down our throats?! She was decent as compere on 'The Podge and Rodge Show' but she's certainly not worthy of the amount of airtime she's been given in her own right. 'The Lucy Kennedy Show'? Pfft! Bring back Anna Nolan, I say.
[Images: Music Now & In Photos]
Sunday, March 08, 2009
Skittle Drum
This has provided me with a good hour's worth of procrastination. My Personal favourites are 'M' and 'V'. (If it isn't working for you straight off, press the 'tab' button and then you should be able to operate it from the keyboard.)[Image: Ron Winter]
Thursday, March 05, 2009
Barometer of Judgement
Love It:Sea Kittens - A very clever strategy by PETA to generate interest in preventing cruelty to fish. No, really.
ARK Angel - Belfast boy Cameron Stewart's brilliant initiative to use stylish t-shirts to make the world a better place.
Springtime - I suspect I might suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder because I feel so much more chipper when it's bright and warm. That said, if you think I'm going to surrender an hour of my life to 'daylight savings', you've got another thing coming.
Miley Cyrus - The ironic appreciation I acquired from Liana for Billy Ray's pride and joy has blossomed into full-blown amour. I'm quite looking forward to her showdown with Tyra in Hannah Montana - The Movie.
Oxegen Line-up - Bloc Party, Lady Gaga, Foals, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Friendly Fires, Florence and the Machine, Blur, TV on the Radio, Ladyhawke and Lily Allen to name but a few. Get in there.
Shove It:
Electric Picnic in Jeopardy - Rumours abound that Electric Picnic might not happen at all this year. Very worrying.
Inadvertently Repeating One's Self - "Have you heard this song?" "Oh yeah, I saw it on your blog." Oh. "Did I tell you about X?" "No, but I read your blog-post so I'm up to speed." Lovely.
Dublin Bus - Something of a fixture in the 'Shove It' section. Their most recent gaffe was scrapping the 2-Easy bus passes, making it that extra bit awkward to avoid those head-wrecking refund slips.
Jade's Vultures - The media's coverage of every detail of Jade Goody's deterioration is extremely sinister but I suppose, in a way, tragically fitting.
Nightmares - I realise I'm a bit old to be waking in the night from bad dreams but my sub-conscious has been presenting me with some seriously warped scenarios of late.
[Image: ABC]
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Barometer of Judgement
Love it:Ugly Megan - After being impressed by their support slot for Tilly and The Wall last October, I was delighted to catch Orlando and Kathi's performance at TAC last night. Their wonderfully weird brand of Waterford hip-hop was made all the better by the sudden appearance of about twenty semi-naked dancers onstage for the closing number. File next to Camille O' Sullivan and Duke Special under 'Artists That Sound Much Better Live Than On Your Ipod'.
The Pope on Youtube - I jest not.
Credit Munch - Spar have sandwiches for €1, Londis have Pepsi Max for 30 cent and Kit Kats for 38 cent. Recession come good. More of this, please.
Skins Season 3 - Although many are still pining for Tony et al., the consensus is that the first episode of the new series exceeded expectations. We got NTL digital today at our house so hopefully I'll be able to avoid snail-pace streaming from the E4 site from now on.
Dressing Up - Costumes make any night out at least 17% more fun. FACT.
Shove It:
Twitter - This looks poised to be the next online social networking fad. I previously 'shoved' Facebook and then had to eat my words so I expect it's only a matter of time before I succumb to this site too.
The Demise of State Magazine - Everybody seemed to love State when it first hit the shelves a year ago so it's a little surprising to see the magazine floundering. After a couple of months, it was downgraded to a free-sheet and now, because of a lack of funds, they've had to ditch the physical format altogether and distribute it as an online PDF. Bad buzz.
Extortionate Gas Bills - Let's just say I'll be reaching for my biggest, ugliest jumper instead of the central heating switch.
Cancelled Nitelink Routes - From Monday 2nd February there is no Monday to Thursday nitelink service. It's things like this that result in CIE getting 'shoved' on here more often than anybody else.
"This Service Is Not Available in Your Country" - Racists.
[Ugly Megan Image: Analogue]
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