Trash to treasure: simple DIYs
up·cy·cle [uhp-sahy-kuhl] the process of taking something that is disposable and transforming it into something of greater use, value, and beauty
The fun stuff. Calgary has a ton of amazing stuff that happens in our city. Reviews of new movies, or albums, art shows or news about sports.
Video of the Day: Music Painting
It’s almost summer time! Be sure to engage in environmentally friendly activities this summer and help sustain the earth 🙂
Poetry: A Color of the Sky
This is one of my favourite poems, taken out of the poetry collection “What Narcissism Means to Me” by Tony Hoagland. Credit to the Poetry Foundation for a copy of the poem. The poem is accompanied by a fitting picture of Boston University, which I took. Windy today and I feel less than brilliant, driving over…
Play! A Video Game Symphony
The music that has been created for video games from The Legend of Zelda to Super Mario Bros. has come to life with the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra! This symphony has been revered as epic and incredibly elevating, perfectly capturing the adventure, heroism and triumph in video games. I’m proud to be part of the video…
Ready to make history? Join the first Bollywood Flash Mob!
Have you ever wanted to be part of a Flash Mob? Are you interested in learning about different cultures? This is the opportunity for you! Soul Feet Dance is creating the first Bollywood Flash Mob in Calgary.
Wanderlust Photo Set of the Day: Paris, France
I hope everyone is enjoying the nice spring weather! So here it is… Paris, France.
Eye shadow art: Make-up artist to the max
The amount of precision KatieAlves uses on her designs and the amount of detail and effort she puts into her makeup is just craaaazy bread o_O. And that is why deviantArt is one of my favorite things, ever. Of course, this isn’t your typical wear-to-school, but I dare you to do it. I think I…
Video of the Day: Marvel Fan Animation
[youtube bJVCaxGTbTU] In light of the recently released “The Avengers,” I figured I would share a bit of a lighter twist to the esteemed comic franchise. Enjoy!
The Avengers: Earth’s mightiest movie?
I love Marvel. Sure, the DC Universe has Batman and Superman, but Stan Lee has created some awesome heroes. If you haven’t read my other review of X-Men: First Class… you should! And when you have the time, watch it. So, what’s the verdict of the mash-up of Thor, Hulk, Iron Man and Captain America?…
Wanderlust Photo Set of the Day: London, England
The stress of impending IB exams has convinced me to share my obsession of London, England. Here comes the onslaught… Enjoy!
Photos of the Day: The Snow Man
Over a period of a few days, a man made some amazing art in the snow just by walking around all day in the Les Arcs skiing area in France. Here are some of his incredible designs!
Lana Del Rey’s Born to Die was born to rule
Very, very rarely, an artist will come along who will completely change your perspective on music, and when you find them, it kind of blows your mind that you’ve lived your entire life without hearing their work. I haven’t found many life-changing artists in my day (although Avril Lavigne did introduce me to the magic…
Video of the Day: Take It Slow
As the word “grad” comes up in more and more conversations and daydreams… Take it Slow
Photo(s) of the Day: Wanderlust
Wanderlust: (n.) a strong desire to travel. Does this apply to any of you? If so, check out the following photos of places you must visit! Click on the images for photo credits.
Video of the Day: Wonders of Disney Animation
Ouch, the nostalgia hit me right in the gut.