Monday, December 31, 2012
Friday, December 28, 2012
the daily vid
Check out the Trailer for Phantom, starring Ed Harris; a film in the Crimson Tide, The Hunt for Red October vein...
the fine arts
Check out the amazingly unique work of Antonio Montanaro. He uses a long drip process to make some incredibly detailed pieces.
His work can be purchased and viewed here: Antonio Montanaro Art
Art News:
* The Photography and Painting worlds can mix and coexist now, but that was not always the case. Snobs from both sides wanted to "preserve" their respective field, but they actually inhibited the growth these mediums. As Jackson Pollock says, "I am nature." So for painters to clamp photography into boxes, and vice-verse, they are stifling the flow of life. An article on the subject, courtesy of Richard B Woodward at online.WSJ.com, can be found here: The intersection of Photography and Painting
Art News:
* The Photography and Painting worlds can mix and coexist now, but that was not always the case. Snobs from both sides wanted to "preserve" their respective field, but they actually inhibited the growth these mediums. As Jackson Pollock says, "I am nature." So for painters to clamp photography into boxes, and vice-verse, they are stifling the flow of life. An article on the subject, courtesy of Richard B Woodward at online.WSJ.com, can be found here: The intersection of Photography and Painting
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Tech & Sci
INNOVATION:
* China can now lay claim to the world's longest rail line, and it goes 186 mph as well. Thanks to Jon Fingas at Engadget for the full details, found here: China Claims World's Longest High Speed Rail Line...
DISCOVERIES:
*Check out the top Archeological discoveries for each month in 2012. Many of the world's unsolved mysteries have yet to be discovered, so with the advancement of artifact and history finding gadgets, expect even bigger news in 2013. Full details by
HEALTH:
* Check out this very informative article of foods which can cause headaches. You will find a full list there. The study concludes provolone, pepperoni, cheddar, soy sauce, and pickles can lead to headaches. Of course everyone is different, so just be mindful of recent eaten foods once a headache starts. The full article, courtesy of Sumathi Reddy at Online.WSJ.com, can be read here: Foods Which Can Cause Headaches...
FUTURISM:
* Ultra HD(4K) is the next step in resolution, we are told. LG is rolling out some larger Ultra HD screens(55"+) at CES this upcoming year. Check out the full details, courtesy of Richard Lawler at Engadget, right here: LG Bringing Ultra HD TVs in Multiple Sizes at CES...
* China can now lay claim to the world's longest rail line, and it goes 186 mph as well. Thanks to Jon Fingas at Engadget for the full details, found here: China Claims World's Longest High Speed Rail Line...
DISCOVERIES:
HEALTH:
* Check out this very informative article of foods which can cause headaches. You will find a full list there. The study concludes provolone, pepperoni, cheddar, soy sauce, and pickles can lead to headaches. Of course everyone is different, so just be mindful of recent eaten foods once a headache starts. The full article, courtesy of Sumathi Reddy at Online.WSJ.com, can be read here: Foods Which Can Cause Headaches...
FUTURISM:
* Ultra HD(4K) is the next step in resolution, we are told. LG is rolling out some larger Ultra HD screens(55"+) at CES this upcoming year. Check out the full details, courtesy of Richard Lawler at Engadget, right here: LG Bringing Ultra HD TVs in Multiple Sizes at CES...
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
film, tv, gaming, and music
FILM
* Les Miserables took the Number 1 spot on Christmas Day with 17.5 million, with Django Unchained scooping 14 million, followed by The Hobbit at 10 million, and Billy Crystal's new one, Parental Guidance, at 6-7 million. More Box Office details, thanks to Pamela McClintock at HollywoodReporter, right here: Les Miserables and Django are 1 and 2 at the Box Office...
* Spike Lee says Tarantino's new film, Django Unchained, is 'Disrespectful.' The film, starring Jamie Foxx as a slave on a mission to free his girl, certainly does not sanitize slavery. I wonder if Mr. Lee feels the same way about the movie Glory. Full story, courtesy of Jordan Zakarin at HollywoodReporter, is right here: Spike Lee: Django Unchained is 'Disrespectful.'
TV
* Piers Morgan, the popular CNN news host, has been petitioned to step down by gun advocates. More details on the story, courtesy of Aaron Couch at HollywoodReporter, found here: Piers Morgan to be Deported?...
GAMING
* New images from the upcoming Grand Theft Auto V game depicts a submarine mission, along with swimming with sharks, and fighter jets with a blimp in the background. Courtesy of RockStarGames, the other images can be found here: 5 new GTA V images...
MUSIC
* Vinyl enthusiasts take note: with the right hardware, you will be able to print your 3D records, right out of the comfort of your own home. More on the story, thanks to Tim Hornyak at CNET, found here: 3D Print Your Own Vinyl Records...
* Les Miserables took the Number 1 spot on Christmas Day with 17.5 million, with Django Unchained scooping 14 million, followed by The Hobbit at 10 million, and Billy Crystal's new one, Parental Guidance, at 6-7 million. More Box Office details, thanks to Pamela McClintock at HollywoodReporter, right here: Les Miserables and Django are 1 and 2 at the Box Office...
* Spike Lee says Tarantino's new film, Django Unchained, is 'Disrespectful.' The film, starring Jamie Foxx as a slave on a mission to free his girl, certainly does not sanitize slavery. I wonder if Mr. Lee feels the same way about the movie Glory. Full story, courtesy of Jordan Zakarin at HollywoodReporter, is right here: Spike Lee: Django Unchained is 'Disrespectful.'
TV
* Piers Morgan, the popular CNN news host, has been petitioned to step down by gun advocates. More details on the story, courtesy of Aaron Couch at HollywoodReporter, found here: Piers Morgan to be Deported?...
GAMING
MUSIC
* Vinyl enthusiasts take note: with the right hardware, you will be able to print your 3D records, right out of the comfort of your own home. More on the story, thanks to Tim Hornyak at CNET, found here: 3D Print Your Own Vinyl Records...
Friday, December 21, 2012
The Fine Arts
Check out the stunning and colorful work of Dia Michnay Wenzl:
Her work can be viewed and purchased here: Dia Michnay Wenzl Shop...
Art News:
* A huge Abstract Xmas tree in Brussels, Belgium has created some wows, as well as some gasps. Thanks to Greta McClain at DigitalJournal, for the news, and videos, found here: Abstract Xmas Tree...
Art News:
* A huge Abstract Xmas tree in Brussels, Belgium has created some wows, as well as some gasps. Thanks to Greta McClain at DigitalJournal, for the news, and videos, found here: Abstract Xmas Tree...
Thursday, December 20, 2012
The Daily Vid
TECH & SCI
INNOVATION:
* The applications of 3D printing will be far reaching in the very near future. One interesting archeological use is filling in the "gaps" of ancient artifacts which otherwise would remain in pieces in the backroom of a museum. Courtesy of Joseph Flaherty over at Wired, much more on the topic can be found here: Harvard 3D Printing Archeology...
DISCOVERIES:
* Too busy to upload your video to your YouTube channel? This is what YouTube Execs are hoping as they release YouTube Capture. This new App can be shared to social networks, and then loaded straight to YouTube. For more on this must have App, read up on Zach Honig's review at Engadget, right here: YouTube Capture App....
HEALTH:
* Sooner than you may think, people will be using robotic limbs to better get around. A woman paralyzed from the neck down now has a robotic arm which she can control with her mind. The sense of touch is still being worked on by scientists. Thanks to
FUTURISM:
* With Google Glasses coming out next year, we the consumer should keep an eye out for Contact Lenses with the similar technology. Belgium scientists have already created a lens with LED images imprinted on them. And aside from future smartphone like capabilities, lenses like they one these scientists created will be able to change the wearer's eye color, work as sunglasses, or serve a medical purpose such as protecting a damaged iris from bright light. A must read, courtesy of Nicholas Carlson at BusinessInsider, found right here: SmartLens could doom the Smartphone...
* The applications of 3D printing will be far reaching in the very near future. One interesting archeological use is filling in the "gaps" of ancient artifacts which otherwise would remain in pieces in the backroom of a museum. Courtesy of Joseph Flaherty over at Wired, much more on the topic can be found here: Harvard 3D Printing Archeology...
DISCOVERIES:
* Too busy to upload your video to your YouTube channel? This is what YouTube Execs are hoping as they release YouTube Capture. This new App can be shared to social networks, and then loaded straight to YouTube. For more on this must have App, read up on Zach Honig's review at Engadget, right here: YouTube Capture App....
HEALTH:
* Sooner than you may think, people will be using robotic limbs to better get around. A woman paralyzed from the neck down now has a robotic arm which she can control with her mind. The sense of touch is still being worked on by scientists. Thanks to
FUTURISM:
* With Google Glasses coming out next year, we the consumer should keep an eye out for Contact Lenses with the similar technology. Belgium scientists have already created a lens with LED images imprinted on them. And aside from future smartphone like capabilities, lenses like they one these scientists created will be able to change the wearer's eye color, work as sunglasses, or serve a medical purpose such as protecting a damaged iris from bright light. A must read, courtesy of Nicholas Carlson at BusinessInsider, found right here: SmartLens could doom the Smartphone...
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
The Daily Vid
What gadgets will be coming in 2013? Senior Editor Dan Ackerman from CNET has some insightful thoughts on the subject, including new gaming consoles and higher resolution TVs. Video from Attack of the Show on G4...
Film, tv, gaming, and Music News
FILM
* Expendables 3 news: Jackie Chan will have a major role in the hit film series. Courtesy of Joseph Baxter at G4.com, more details here: Jackie Chan to have Major role in Expendables 3...
TV
*Emerging Rap artist Mac Miller will be having his own show soon. Looks to be like a six part reality show with his buddies moving from Pittsburgh to LA, similar to Entourage. Thanks to Sophie A. Schillaci from HollywoodReporter for the full story, right here: Mac Miller gets his own Reality Show based loosely on Entourage...
GAMING
* Rockstar Studios is already looking past the next Grand Theft Auto release. The series producer would like a map incorporating all the cities. More on the interview, from Adam Rosenberg over at DigitalTrends.com, can be found here: Detailed Interview With GTA Series Producer...
MUSIC
* Alicia Keys has a new video out...check it right here:
* Expendables 3 news: Jackie Chan will have a major role in the hit film series. Courtesy of Joseph Baxter at G4.com, more details here: Jackie Chan to have Major role in Expendables 3...
TV
*Emerging Rap artist Mac Miller will be having his own show soon. Looks to be like a six part reality show with his buddies moving from Pittsburgh to LA, similar to Entourage. Thanks to Sophie A. Schillaci from HollywoodReporter for the full story, right here: Mac Miller gets his own Reality Show based loosely on Entourage...
GAMING
* Rockstar Studios is already looking past the next Grand Theft Auto release. The series producer would like a map incorporating all the cities. More on the interview, from Adam Rosenberg over at DigitalTrends.com, can be found here: Detailed Interview With GTA Series Producer...
MUSIC
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
The Daily Vid
Christmas is a week out, and this is Micheal Buble and Dave Matthews humming on Jimmy Fallon:
Monday, December 17, 2012
Friday, December 14, 2012
The Daily Vid
Two clips from Django Unchained, starring Jamie Foxx and Leonardo DiCaprio, and directed by Quentin Tarantino. Out on Xmas Day:
Thursday, December 13, 2012
The Daily Vid
The first full Trailer for the action movie Pacific Rim, from director Guillermo del Toro, the director behind Hellboy and Pans Labyrinth:
THE FINE ARTS
It is my pleasure to share the work of a friend from Ireland, Brigid Walshe. Her work is striking and unique:
You can view more works for purchase and contact this Irish artist here: Brigid Walshe
ART NEWS
*Being an art critic may appear to be an easy job, like armchair quarterbacking a football game. Recently, many art critics have complained about the very rich ruining the art world. Yet, these same critics rely on the give and take of the wealthy and the fine art which they desire. For a great Opinion Editorial on this subject, read Julian Stallabrass's article, found here: A Sad Reflection on the Art World...
ART NEWS
*Being an art critic may appear to be an easy job, like armchair quarterbacking a football game. Recently, many art critics have complained about the very rich ruining the art world. Yet, these same critics rely on the give and take of the wealthy and the fine art which they desire. For a great Opinion Editorial on this subject, read Julian Stallabrass's article, found here: A Sad Reflection on the Art World...
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
FILM, TV, GAMING, and MUSIC
FILM
* The Lone Ranger, starring Johnny Depp as Tonto, has a new trailer up. Check it out below, and thanks to EmpireOnline for the news:
TV
* Storage Wars star David Hester has alleged the Show is rigged, as seen in a current lawsuit. Thanks to Eriq Gardner at HollywoodReporter, the full details can be seen here: Storage Wars Rigged?...
GAMING
* The next entry in the Assassin's Creed series might be set in Brazil. Thanks to Eddie Makuch at GameSpot for the summary, found here: Next Assassin's Creed Probably Set in Brazil...
MUSIC
*The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees have been released:
Rush, Public Enemy, Heart, Randy Newman, Donna Summer and Albert King. Thanks to Andy Greene at RollingStone for the story, which can be found here: 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees
* The Lone Ranger, starring Johnny Depp as Tonto, has a new trailer up. Check it out below, and thanks to EmpireOnline for the news:
TV
* Storage Wars star David Hester has alleged the Show is rigged, as seen in a current lawsuit. Thanks to Eriq Gardner at HollywoodReporter, the full details can be seen here: Storage Wars Rigged?...
GAMING
* The next entry in the Assassin's Creed series might be set in Brazil. Thanks to Eddie Makuch at GameSpot for the summary, found here: Next Assassin's Creed Probably Set in Brazil...
MUSIC
*The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees have been released:
Rush, Public Enemy, Heart, Randy Newman, Donna Summer and Albert King. Thanks to Andy Greene at RollingStone for the story, which can be found here: 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Nominees
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
The Daily Vid
The first full Trailer for the new Superman movie, Man of Steel, just arrived today. Check it out here:
TECH & SCI
INNOVATION:
* I came across this cool electronic smart-pot for growing indoor plants, flowers, herbs, etc. It is called Click and Grow, and all you have to do is refill the water reservoir every month or two, and replace the batteries once a year. The product, and at a reasonable price, measures all the necessary parameters and supplies an exact amount of water, fertilizer and air, according to the plant’s needs. In addition to the explanation video, check it out more info here: Click and Grow...
DISCOVERIES:
* Archeology, with a tremendous amount of discoveries lately, is certainly a benefactor of technological advances. Check out a year in review of 9 top discoveries for 2012. Courtesy of GeeksAreSexy.net, the full list can be found here: 9 Important Discoveries in 2012
HEALTH:
* More studies need to be done, but the results of the so called "Brain Pacemaker" appears to greatly ward off the effects of Alzheimer's Disease. The full article, courtesy of Susan Young at TechnologyReview, can be found here: Brain Pacemaker Tested on Alzheimer's Patients
FUTURISM:
* Commercial space flights by 2020? That is the plan by Golden Spike, a company full of former NASA employees. They are saying these flights will be affordable. We will see. The full article, courtesy of Amanda Kooser at News.cnet.com, can be found here: Moon to Become Vacation Hot Spot?
* I came across this cool electronic smart-pot for growing indoor plants, flowers, herbs, etc. It is called Click and Grow, and all you have to do is refill the water reservoir every month or two, and replace the batteries once a year. The product, and at a reasonable price, measures all the necessary parameters and supplies an exact amount of water, fertilizer and air, according to the plant’s needs. In addition to the explanation video, check it out more info here: Click and Grow...
DISCOVERIES:
* Archeology, with a tremendous amount of discoveries lately, is certainly a benefactor of technological advances. Check out a year in review of 9 top discoveries for 2012. Courtesy of GeeksAreSexy.net, the full list can be found here: 9 Important Discoveries in 2012
HEALTH:
* More studies need to be done, but the results of the so called "Brain Pacemaker" appears to greatly ward off the effects of Alzheimer's Disease. The full article, courtesy of Susan Young at TechnologyReview, can be found here: Brain Pacemaker Tested on Alzheimer's Patients
FUTURISM:
* Commercial space flights by 2020? That is the plan by Golden Spike, a company full of former NASA employees. They are saying these flights will be affordable. We will see. The full article, courtesy of Amanda Kooser at News.cnet.com, can be found here: Moon to Become Vacation Hot Spot?
Monday, December 10, 2012
Friday, December 7, 2012
Thursday, December 6, 2012
THE FINE ARTS
* Check out the awesome abstract work of Niaz Khalid. Great colors, great depth, and very unique:
Her work is can be viewed at purchased here: NiazKhalid
Her work is can be viewed at purchased here: NiazKhalid
ART NEWS
* Perhaps there is hope after all for the British high end art scene. Strong colors and conservatism is back. Check out a good review, by Adrian Hamilton at Independent.co.uk, here: Hirst's Heirs are Creating a Sensation...
Gallery of the exhibit found here: Gallery: Bloomberg New Contemporaries exhibition
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
FILM, TV, GAMING, & MUSIC
FILM
* The Hobbit, opening Dec. 14th, will have it's share of critics, due in large part to it's non action opening sequence, followed by more non action leading up to the final battle scene. Viewers need to keep in mind this is one of THREE interwoven movies coming out, so judge accordingly. One of the first reviews, courtesy of Todd McCarthy at HollywoodReporter, can be seen here: Review: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
* Skyfall has become Britain's highest grossing film of all time. The pressure will be on for the next two intertwined sequels. Inside the numbers, courtesy of Ali Plumb at EmpireOnline, found here: Skyfall is the UKs Biggest Film Ever
TV
* Here is a list of the 10 most powerful women in entertainment, according to TheHollywoodReporter. The president of Disney/ABC tops the list, which can be found here: Top 10 Most Powerful in Entertainment...
GAMING
* The Wii U has been unfairly criticized, in part to the high expectations people have for Nintendo, and the less than great effort from their previous consoles. Gamers will have to decide for themselves once a few more titles are out and the full capabilities of the touchscreen controller are incorporated. Nintendo of America president addressed some of the issues people may have with the Wii U, greatly outlined by Eddie Makuch over at Gamespot. That article can be found right here: Nintendo Fires Back at Wii U Criticisms
MUSIC
* Jazz piano legend Dave Brubeck passed away just shy of his 92nd Birthday. I have his most popular album, Time Out, on my phone for sure. Here is his most famous song, "Take Five":
* The Hobbit, opening Dec. 14th, will have it's share of critics, due in large part to it's non action opening sequence, followed by more non action leading up to the final battle scene. Viewers need to keep in mind this is one of THREE interwoven movies coming out, so judge accordingly. One of the first reviews, courtesy of Todd McCarthy at HollywoodReporter, can be seen here: Review: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
* Skyfall has become Britain's highest grossing film of all time. The pressure will be on for the next two intertwined sequels. Inside the numbers, courtesy of Ali Plumb at EmpireOnline, found here: Skyfall is the UKs Biggest Film Ever
TV
* Here is a list of the 10 most powerful women in entertainment, according to TheHollywoodReporter. The president of Disney/ABC tops the list, which can be found here: Top 10 Most Powerful in Entertainment...
GAMING
* The Wii U has been unfairly criticized, in part to the high expectations people have for Nintendo, and the less than great effort from their previous consoles. Gamers will have to decide for themselves once a few more titles are out and the full capabilities of the touchscreen controller are incorporated. Nintendo of America president addressed some of the issues people may have with the Wii U, greatly outlined by Eddie Makuch over at Gamespot. That article can be found right here: Nintendo Fires Back at Wii U Criticisms
MUSIC
* Jazz piano legend Dave Brubeck passed away just shy of his 92nd Birthday. I have his most popular album, Time Out, on my phone for sure. Here is his most famous song, "Take Five":
THE DAILY VID
Jamie Foxx in a series of new SNL promos with Jason Sudeikis..Those are not Cosby Sweaters...
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
TECH & SCI
INNOVATION:
* A team of MBA students appear to be in line to greatly help India's(among others) food shortage problems, by using solar powered food storage. India loses 30-40% of food in transport, which comes out to about 54-72 billion. Thanks to University of Cincinnati for info about their students' big project. The full details, courtesy of Phys.org, can be found here: UC Team Pursues Hot Idea...
DISCOVERIES:
* What if there is no gravity? This is the theory of Erik Verlinde, professor of Theoretical Physics. His idea is there is a force which we cannot see, such as dark matter or dark energy, which enables us to "see" gravity. His theory will be tested by the scientific community in the coming years. The full article, courtesy DailyGalaxy can be found here: Is Gravity an Illusion?
HEALTH:
* Mind controlled artificial limbs, as seen in the above video, are coming next year. This may sound like a line out of science fiction, but it is very real, and could help 1,000s of amputees around the world. The key here is Titanium, which acts as an interface between the brain and the nerves and muscles. Full details, thanks to Liat Clark at Wired.co.uk, can be found here: Mind-Controlled Robotic Arm
FUTURISM:
* The story of mind controlled limbs leads us to another topic, one which is no stranger to controversy. Can humans achieve immortality with the help of technology? You would be surprised at the number of scientists who believe this idea. They believe, as detailed in the following article, that it would be a gradual thing, starting with a brain implant into an artificial body, and ending with a digital mind transfer into a holographic body. But, they forget society allows for only one revolutionary breakthrough at a time recently. That is, unless you think things are advancing exponentially. Thanks to Alyssa Danigelis at News.Discovery.com, for the in depth article, which can be found here: Human Immortality?
* A team of MBA students appear to be in line to greatly help India's(among others) food shortage problems, by using solar powered food storage. India loses 30-40% of food in transport, which comes out to about 54-72 billion. Thanks to University of Cincinnati for info about their students' big project. The full details, courtesy of Phys.org, can be found here: UC Team Pursues Hot Idea...
DISCOVERIES:
* What if there is no gravity? This is the theory of Erik Verlinde, professor of Theoretical Physics. His idea is there is a force which we cannot see, such as dark matter or dark energy, which enables us to "see" gravity. His theory will be tested by the scientific community in the coming years. The full article, courtesy DailyGalaxy can be found here: Is Gravity an Illusion?
HEALTH:
* Mind controlled artificial limbs, as seen in the above video, are coming next year. This may sound like a line out of science fiction, but it is very real, and could help 1,000s of amputees around the world. The key here is Titanium, which acts as an interface between the brain and the nerves and muscles. Full details, thanks to Liat Clark at Wired.co.uk, can be found here: Mind-Controlled Robotic Arm
FUTURISM:
* The story of mind controlled limbs leads us to another topic, one which is no stranger to controversy. Can humans achieve immortality with the help of technology? You would be surprised at the number of scientists who believe this idea. They believe, as detailed in the following article, that it would be a gradual thing, starting with a brain implant into an artificial body, and ending with a digital mind transfer into a holographic body. But, they forget society allows for only one revolutionary breakthrough at a time recently. That is, unless you think things are advancing exponentially. Thanks to Alyssa Danigelis at News.Discovery.com, for the in depth article, which can be found here: Human Immortality?
Monday, December 3, 2012
THE DAILY VID
A new TV spot for The Hobbit is up, which includes a quick glimpse of the dragon Smaug:
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