I can't tell you how many times I've watched this video. The message of functional medicine just really resonates with me and solidifies my beliefs in the power of diet.
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jordan's advice
The below advice is from oh happy day, one of my daily reads. Some of the below I've done or do and some I wish I had done or did. Either way, it’s never too late to look ahead and manifest positive decisions into our lives.
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Advice to Myself for a Creative Career
A few weeks ago I responded to an email of a high-schooler asking for advice about choosing a college and a career in a creative field and I thought about myself and the things I wish I had done and also looked back at some of the things I have done right. A few people asked me to share on Twitter so here is a version of that email. I think an appropriate title of this would be "Advice I would give to myself when I was 17."
1. Rule #1 Ask for things. No one is going to hand you the perfect life on a platter. You have to ask for things. The worst they can say is no. From that internship to that class that is already full, make yourself be the exception and ask for things. Once you figure that out life is SO MUCH BETTER.
2. As it turns out MOST creative jobs in this world you do not need a specific degree for. (Obviously Doctors and Lawyers etc this doesn't apply to you.) That said, I believe college is indispensable in learning how to think. Unless you have a specific job in mind-- find a program you are really interested in like: art history, English, political science, American Studies. Something that will give you depth as a person. This will be more beneficial to you creatively than something like a hospitality degree.
3. Do a study abroad.
4. All along the way take side classes that will help you in your career: graphic design, floral design, printmaking, photography, letterpress, calligraphy, etc.
5. Minor (or double major) in something with a marketable skill (like graphic design.) So that when the economy sucks you have something that will pay you well for your time instead of folding sweaters at the Gap for minimum wage.
6. Finally, the most important thing is to do 2-3 internships during the summers (one every summer.) The best ones are usually unpaid, only intern for your dream jobs--choose big cities. That is the key for getting people to like you, see your talent, and getting your foot in the door after you graduate.
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Advice to Myself for a Creative Career
A few weeks ago I responded to an email of a high-schooler asking for advice about choosing a college and a career in a creative field and I thought about myself and the things I wish I had done and also looked back at some of the things I have done right. A few people asked me to share on Twitter so here is a version of that email. I think an appropriate title of this would be "Advice I would give to myself when I was 17."
1. Rule #1 Ask for things. No one is going to hand you the perfect life on a platter. You have to ask for things. The worst they can say is no. From that internship to that class that is already full, make yourself be the exception and ask for things. Once you figure that out life is SO MUCH BETTER.
2. As it turns out MOST creative jobs in this world you do not need a specific degree for. (Obviously Doctors and Lawyers etc this doesn't apply to you.) That said, I believe college is indispensable in learning how to think. Unless you have a specific job in mind-- find a program you are really interested in like: art history, English, political science, American Studies. Something that will give you depth as a person. This will be more beneficial to you creatively than something like a hospitality degree.
3. Do a study abroad.
4. All along the way take side classes that will help you in your career: graphic design, floral design, printmaking, photography, letterpress, calligraphy, etc.
5. Minor (or double major) in something with a marketable skill (like graphic design.) So that when the economy sucks you have something that will pay you well for your time instead of folding sweaters at the Gap for minimum wage.
6. Finally, the most important thing is to do 2-3 internships during the summers (one every summer.) The best ones are usually unpaid, only intern for your dream jobs--choose big cities. That is the key for getting people to like you, see your talent, and getting your foot in the door after you graduate.
portugal 2008
Monday, November 15, 2010
bellingham : the city of subdued excitement
These are my people, my friends, my familiar faces.
And seeing many of their faces in this video gives me goose bumps and hot flashes while making me tear up all at the same time.
I lived in Bellingham for many years. I went to the university, worked at the co-op grocery store, volunteered for Sustainable Connections during its infancy. The town just has something to it. It was my home; I still find myself telling people it’s where I’m from although it’s now been many years since I left.
And seeing many of their faces in this video gives me goose bumps and hot flashes while making me tear up all at the same time.
I lived in Bellingham for many years. I went to the university, worked at the co-op grocery store, volunteered for Sustainable Connections during its infancy. The town just has something to it. It was my home; I still find myself telling people it’s where I’m from although it’s now been many years since I left.
the darling point apartment : sydney, australia
Juliette Arent and Sarah-Jane Pyke create amazing spaces focusing on balance in their design and their clients lives. From the Arent & Pyke webpage, "Highly responsive, their work emulates the inspiration of their clients who are in turn passionate about the way they live. With intelligence and flair they seek to forge a new vision of luxury: unique, precise, indulgent, optimistic, exquisite."
I love these photos by Anson Smart.
I love these photos by Anson Smart.
Friday, November 12, 2010
more of the same : but different
Yesterday's post brought a stream of images through my mind and sent me searching through old files of collected pictures.
This shape is full of contradictions: so organic and natural yet so modern and minimal.
Below: Anson Smart
Below: From Better Homes & Garden via Nibs
Below: Unknown
Below: Hang Lamp by Normann Copenhagen
Below: James Merrell
Below: Gaelle Le Boulicaut
Below: from Living Etc via The City Sage
Below: Montauk Surf Lodge
Below: Gervasoni Bell Lamp
This shape is full of contradictions: so organic and natural yet so modern and minimal.
Below: Anson Smart
Below: From Better Homes & Garden via Nibs
Below: Unknown
Below: Hang Lamp by Normann Copenhagen
Below: James Merrell
Below: Gaelle Le Boulicaut
Below: from Living Etc via The City Sage
Below: Montauk Surf Lodge
Below: Gervasoni Bell Lamp
Thursday, November 11, 2010
dreamy : nest rest
Spotted today over at Black*Eiffel, the rest nest designed Daniel Pouzet and Fred Frety.
These remind me of John Grade's work, Bloom: The Elephant Bed, which was installed last year at the new Whatcom Museum in Bellingham. I highly recommend reading the artist's statement here and visiting the artist's web page to see more photos.
Please excuse the quality of these photos; taken with my cellphone. 1: from upper level. 2 : looking up standing within. 3 : reflection in ink pool.
These remind me of John Grade's work, Bloom: The Elephant Bed, which was installed last year at the new Whatcom Museum in Bellingham. I highly recommend reading the artist's statement here and visiting the artist's web page to see more photos.
Please excuse the quality of these photos; taken with my cellphone. 1: from upper level. 2 : looking up standing within. 3 : reflection in ink pool.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
food : cheese
Food is one of my life passions. From growing it to eating it and every aspect in between; food makes my world go round. I post a lot of links on facebook that pertain to food and thought that this maybe a better location to catalog them. I don't yet know how to make it pretty or fancy, but I'll try.
"While Warning About Fat, U.S. Pushes Cheese Sales"
By MICHAEL MOSS
Published: November 6, 2010 in the New York Times
When sales of Domino’s Pizza were lagging, a government agency stepped in with advice: more cheese. This is the same government that, for health reasons, is advising less cheese.
Reas the whole article at: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/11/07/us/07fat.html
"While Warning About Fat, U.S. Pushes Cheese Sales"
By MICHAEL MOSS
Published: November 6, 2010 in the New York Times
When sales of Domino’s Pizza were lagging, a government agency stepped in with advice: more cheese. This is the same government that, for health reasons, is advising less cheese.
Reas the whole article at: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/11/07/us/07fat.html
Found this lovely quote on the hearblack blog. Another blogger with an affection for quotes. I've been thinking about getting this blog up and running again and think these words may be the nudge that I needed.
Monday, April 19, 2010
element : textiles
Cassandra over at Coco and Kelley just posted a great example of incorporating traditional, or 'ethnic', textiles into contemporary interiors. Seen below, kuba cloth pillows.
Be sure to check our her blog. Its super feminine and fresh with lots of fashion influences.
Be sure to check our her blog. Its super feminine and fresh with lots of fashion influences.
Friday, April 16, 2010
lunch : from point a to point b
I love utilitarian products that seem to add such quality to everyday life.
Steph over at 3191 saves or gathers old mason jars and then adds reusable plastic lids to pack lunches and portion our snacks.
Above: New Wave Enviro Stainless Steel Food Container from Amazon.
Steph over at 3191 saves or gathers old mason jars and then adds reusable plastic lids to pack lunches and portion our snacks.
The new lunch box: from mess-kit to tiffin.
Above: To-Go Ware 2 Tier Stainless Pyramid Lunch Box from Amazon.
Above: The exceptionally cool Square Tiffin from happytiffin.com
Above: The always economically Ikea Slom Bottle.
Monday, April 19th Update:
Over the weekend I was browsing Apartment Therapy’s Kitchn when I came across a post dedicated to alternatives to plastic lunch containers. Many readers commented on the problem of reheating a meal in the microwave if it’s carried in a stainless steel container. This hadn’t even crossed my mind as I’m fortunate enough to work in a home office with access to a full kitchen. Many of the readers noted that they use Pyrex glassware with plastic lids. Definitely something to consider.
Read the full post here.
Monday, April 19th Update:
Over the weekend I was browsing Apartment Therapy’s Kitchn when I came across a post dedicated to alternatives to plastic lunch containers. Many readers commented on the problem of reheating a meal in the microwave if it’s carried in a stainless steel container. This hadn’t even crossed my mind as I’m fortunate enough to work in a home office with access to a full kitchen. Many of the readers noted that they use Pyrex glassware with plastic lids. Definitely something to consider.
Read the full post here.
house tour : a greek island getaway
also known as : can you hear my heart longing to be here?
The beautiful holiday retreat of Greek architect Yorgos Zaphiriou. On the island of Serifos. Published by Marie Claire Maison.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
the bench : a bench
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