Ever have an experience on twitter where a celebrity actually writes back to you? It comes with that nice and fuzzy feeling that comes with someone barely acknowledging you existence can do. Well the guy from the new Old Spice commercials has officially killed any joy I would receive from getting an @nickrbrewer with personalized YouTube replies straight to from the bathroom.
The campaign builds upon the initial commercial where he lists off questions with rapid responses. And this isn’t limited to only Twitter, he has also responded to Yahoo Answers, comments on blog posts, and YouTube itself. Be sure to check out his response to Kevin Rose, yes, we know you know exactly what is going to drop next on the internet for the coming decade, but you aren’t 98% muscle and 1% cartilage are you.
I am really enjoying the Hipstamatic application for my phone. Over the past day, I’ve taken some really neat shots and hope to find even more subjects through my random wandering around the city.
I took this as a test photo with my phone to see how the update to Hipstamatic looked, and I was mighty impressed. This is just a coffee mug that my former roommate Ian got for me in Rome, and the little guy looks rather stylish sitting on my desk at work.
I love Kickstarter. Think of it as your own personal pledge drive. I’ve donated to three projects so far that I believe in, and I’m showing you one now. This is a project from my friend Stacy. She is putting together a photography show here in the city and is trying to get $3000 to put it together.
Photography for me is a passion and a way of exploring life, so it’s always been a work of love to shoot, print, and share. I work at a nonprofit and live in Manhattan. Finances as always are tight, and I’m trying to complete this project without going into debt, which is why I am seeking your assistance. Contributions of any amount are welcome. If you don’t see a pledge/reward combination that interests you but you still want to contribute, please let me know.
This is the first time I’m attempting a show this size in NY. I was invited to show my work at Learn Italy, a new Italian language and culture center in NYC, as the first of their cultural events. So, I have a venue for the show and a date (September 24), and now have to print, mount, frame, and hang the photos, print the books, and promote the show.
Check out the video, if you like her pitch, throw in a buck or two, if not, check out other projects around the site. Trust me, once you throw in 10 bucks into something you really like, it will catch on.
How nerdy would it be if I actually wore a pair of these around during everyday life? Its a rhetorical question, I want them anyways.
Alright, maybe I’m touting my skills a little too much, but yes, I am back. I never really have a good answer for why I take these extended breaks, but it has been long enough.
Looking back on the past two months, here are a few highlights:
- I moved out of my place in Sunset Park and moved in with Shayna and Jess
- I’m going to take a class on how to use a high powered laser at the end of the month
- I got the new iphone
- Ate part of a 370lb cookie
- The Blackhawks won the Stanley Cup
That is about it for now, below the break are a series of pictures.
Saturday, I took Shayna, Jess, Lance, and Mallory to the gigantic pillow fight. It was great as always. This being my second time attneding the event, I prepared by writing “BAM” and “KA-KOW” on my pillow before entering battle. On the initial drive, myself and Lance made it to the center of the mass and held our ground for about 7 minutes before leaving. The second drive had me leading a group, only to be separated almost instantly when we reached a pocket of fratty looking guys shouting and demolishing anybody not wearing red. (I was asked to join, Lance was intimidated almost instantly).
So, the wedding happened last summer, but I still think this is awesome. My friend Tony (2008 IRTS Fellow)’s wedding has been featured on Rock ‘n Roll Bride.
First up is Tony & Katie’s laid back, funky backyard wedding. Although the pair live in New York they opted to hold their wedding in Kentucky where all their family are based. They knew they didn’t want a traditional church wedding and luckily for them Katie’s grandparents allowed their home to play host to the celebrations.
You can see other photos from the wedding at the site. When I first saw them on facebook, I could instantly tell it was Tony who picked out the skinny ties. Please excuse me, I’ve got to go rewatch Mad Men again.