deviantART: by:sxyblkmn http://search.deviantart.com/?q=by:sxyblkmn&section=today deviantART RSS for by:sxyblkmn en-us Copyright 2009, deviantART.com Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:16:11 PST deviantART.com http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://s.deviantart.com/minish/widgets/apple-touch-icon-precomposed.png chain gallery project http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/12171806/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/12171806/ Tue, 13 Mar 2007 17:13:58 PDT I'll do my part for this project. :)

What it's about: First 10 people who'll reply to this will be featured in my journal. I'll feature the three artworks I consider best in each one's gallery. If you get featured please feature others on your account in the same way.

]]> ~sxyblkmn The Heart of The World http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/10722429/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/10722429/ Tue, 14 Nov 2006 11:38:48 PST Jayne Holmes has an amazing project under way, and needs a lot of help and support if she's going to get this thing going. In her own words:

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Imagine buying a space and starting your own theatre, or your own art gallery, or your own movie theatre, or your own music hall. Imagine being able to host performances of all sorts- giving your creative friends space to perform or exhibit their work. I've got friends who are dancers and painters and lighting designers and actors and directors and writers and photographers and cinematographers... it would be amazing to give them a space to create what they dream of, to be seen, heard, and appreciated.

I found an old cinema in Vancouver, built in 1910 and most recently used as a Bollywood house. It used to be The New York, where Neil Young and Sonic Youth once played. And it’s up for sale.

I want to turn it into a 21st Century “multi-disciplinary arts facility featuring inspiring work from all over the globe that recaptures and surpasses its previous glory.” And I want to call it Heart Of The World.

Housed in a classic 300 seat theatre built in 1910, the heyday of theatre, before any “leaky condo” fiasco, Heart of the World is to address the contemporary artistic and creative needs of the constantly evolving geographic location in which it is situated, offering competitive rates and a multi-faceted performance space. Complete with a full sized stage, a balcony with box seats, and a fully functional projection booth, the bones of the space hold limitless promise - able to show films, dance, theatrical productions, acoustic and amplified concerts, and cabaret events. In the foyer, artists both local and international will be able to advantageously display their work, whether it is photography, painting, drawing or sculpture. As a web presence, Heart of the World will offer podcasts of performances, a gallery of streaming video of performers, the chance to chat with featured artists, and up-to-date interviews, reviews and schedule listings.

How to help Jhayne:

So you don't have money or don't know what to say- make it short, make it sweet, don't say anything you don't mean, and copy-paste pass on the word to your friends/coworkers/contacts.

If you're contributing a few bucks, your endorsement can be merely, "My money's worth it." If you're willing to contribute time/energy, your endorsement can be "I'd sweep the stage," or "I'd stuff envelopes," or "I'd work on the theatre's electrics crew." If you don't think you can do those things, but you want to see this happen for your own entertainment purposes, your endorsement can be "I'd pay to see a performance at Heart of the World." If you live too far away, but you think this is a good idea, write "I wish Heart of the World were in my city," or merely "This is a great idea."

Be honest, and don't bite your tongue. Feel free to copy and paste, if any of these sentiments echo the words that are not coming from you.

Don't do this because I'm telling you to, though. Do this because you want to help or because you think it's a good idea.

Of special merit are local bands/theatre troupes/cinematographers/other performers and local entertainment patrons.

All you have to do is promise to go to a show.

Short and sweet means that potential contributors see more endorsements.

]]> ~sxyblkmn The Archives Open... http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/9310131/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/9310131/ Sat, 08 Jul 2006 09:05:35 PDT
i got this handy-dandy scanner that can scan negs and it's just collecting dust.

time to change that.

which leads to, of course, the opening of the Late 90s Archives.

i have crap loads of b/w film negatives i've never posted because i didn't have the ability to.

now i do.

and there we go. ]]> ~sxyblkmn Chick Ball http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/8748210/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/8748210/ Fri, 12 May 2006 09:41:18 PDT
shall be posting some of those after the Misha's Models shots ]]> ~sxyblkmn Models and Photoshoots http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/8635767/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/8635767/ Sun, 30 Apr 2006 21:33:15 PDT Misha's Models, through Natalie (who i work with at the JFP)

first runway show i ever shot and i think i've learned new things and how to do it better next time

anyway, gonna be posting some of those photos, so, this is fair warning and what not.

(these are gonna be the more artistic photos. not sure if i can post the more typical runway shots, since i haven't shown them to anybody at misha's yet, so no swimsuit photos for you :p ) ]]> ~sxyblkmn 2,001 http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/8597430/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/8597430/ Wed, 26 Apr 2006 23:28:14 PDT
2,001 page views!

Thanks everyone!

(2001 is also one of my favorite movies. pointless geek fact.) ]]> ~sxyblkmn Whoa, Time To Update! http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/8509226/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/8509226/ Tue, 18 Apr 2006 10:08:12 PDT
nothing new to report.

things have started to slow down now that the Crossroads Film Festival is over.

i've been posting photos from that recently.

aaaaaaannd i think that's it. ]]> ~sxyblkmn Death of The Space Holder http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/7893027/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/7893027/ Thu, 23 Feb 2006 00:54:26 PST
i took a lot of shots at the Lemuria Dotcom bookstore in jackson, ms during a book reading/signing by two Jackson Free Press reporters, Donna Ladd and Ayana Taylor.

music was provided by Laurel Isbister.

so, that's what's gonna be uploaded for the next few entries ]]> ~sxyblkmn Space Holder http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/6958151/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/6958151/ Fri, 04 Nov 2005 22:49:06 PST
no, really! ]]> ~sxyblkmn First Annual JFP Art Show http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/6289716/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/6289716/ Mon, 22 Aug 2005 20:47:51 PDT
now that i have more info i can finally tell everyone

I am going to be in my first Art Show next month.

That's right, me and other Jackson area artists will be showcasing our work (from photography, to painting, to illustration, etc.)

Here's what you need to know:

What
The First Annual JFP Art Show.

When
September 8, 2005 6 pm - 10 pm

Where
The Cedars
4145 Old Canton Road
Jackson, MS
mapquest
yahoo! maps

How Much
EDIT: just found out that there is no cover charge. none at all. the only money you'll be spending is gas money to get there and if you buy any art :)

they'll be food, drinks, and live music (in case the art bores ya) ;)

anyway, if you can make it, come on out and show some love :)

(and if you can't make it, i'll be taking my digital camera with me, so at least you'll get pictures) :)

x-posted to myspace and Livejournal. ]]> ~sxyblkmn The Rebirth of The Japan Series http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/5777144/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/5777144/ Mon, 27 Jun 2005 23:44:18 PDT
well, this week makes it a year since i went to japan to visit my sis while she was over there.

which means, it's as good a time as any to finally post the rest of the photos i took while i was there.

and so it is... ]]> ~sxyblkmn The 1K Thank You Series http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/5065493/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/5065493/ Mon, 11 Apr 2005 22:50:26 PDT
I went out to Dean's Stand on the Natchez Trace Parkway with my digital camera and my SLR camera and just took pictures till I couldn't take anymore.

Get ready for many updates

Showing my DevWatchers some love

]]> ~sxyblkmn 1,000+ Page Views! http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/5018614/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/5018614/ Wed, 06 Apr 2005 17:36:35 PDT
i broke the 1K mark!

many thanks! :spidey:

i'm working on a 1K thank you piece. i'll post it when it's done

:)

Showing my DevWatchers some love

]]> ~sxyblkmn And Now, For Something Serious... http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4774244/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4774244/ Thu, 10 Mar 2005 01:33:16 PST
it seems Dylan is very ill but doesn't have any health insurance (which, also, led to her getting this ill in the first place. anybody that tells you we don't need to overhaul and fix our fucked up excuse for health care is out of their fucking minds)

so, we're holding an art fund raiser for her. (which, y'know, is what us art school kids do when one of ours needs money)

here's the e-mail:

This Friday, March 11, 2005, from 8-11 PM, we will finish the auction to benefit Dylan Stout. Many of you know Dylan, as she has been an artist at Painted Planet, worked at Carved Designs, and belly danced. She has been afflicted with some serious medical problems and has no medical insurance. Approximately fifty pieces of art, jewelry, music, and services have been donated for the auction. Come and bid, make a donation, and spend the evening with us. We will have refreshments and live music by Jeff Pope.

For additional information, contact Donna Bowers at (901) 728-6278. Painted Planet is located at 2158 Young Avenue in the heart of the Cooper-Young Entertainment District.

so, if you're in the Memphis, TN area, please come by. if you can't come by but still want to help, please contact Donna Bowers.

thanks


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Dylan


]]> ~sxyblkmn DeviantArt Print Account! http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4512412/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4512412/ Sun, 06 Feb 2005 13:47:03 PST DeviantArt Print Account

If you see anything in my gallery or my Flickr gallery that you'd like to see for sale as a print drop me a line and let me know. :)

Still thinking about doing this (but time is running out...)

Love Me True 2005 ]]> ~sxyblkmn New Series Updates http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4484817/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4484817/ Wed, 02 Feb 2005 23:47:53 PST
More updates to come

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Still thinking about doing this

Love Me True 2005 ]]> ~sxyblkmn 3 Update Post http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4425097/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4425097/ Thu, 27 Jan 2005 00:11:33 PST
here and at my Livejournal and my photojournal.

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still thinking about doing this:

Love me True 2005 ]]> ~sxyblkmn Love Me True 2005 http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4379283/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4379283/ Fri, 21 Jan 2005 18:01:36 PST
Read all about it here:

Love Me True 2005 Photography Contest. ]]> ~sxyblkmn New Update http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4339748/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4339748/ Mon, 17 Jan 2005 02:18:53 PST ]]> ~sxyblkmn The After Christmas Update http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4161686/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4161686/ Sun, 26 Dec 2004 12:48:24 PST
Two new updates.

First time using stock images. I doubt i'll become a big stock user. I just like shooting too damn much and having more control over the composition and such.

Like how these two turned out though

Many thanks to *virgin-stock for her very cool stock photos. go check out her gallery why don't ya? :) ]]> ~sxyblkmn That Time of Year... http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4145562/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4145562/ Fri, 24 Dec 2004 12:22:24 PST
(oh! and this month makes it a full year i've been on DA! here's to another one!)

:) ]]> ~sxyblkmn Short and Sweet... http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4036401/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/4036401/ Fri, 10 Dec 2004 16:12:16 PST
that's about it really

over and out ]]> ~sxyblkmn Nature + Japan = 8! http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/3495363/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/3495363/ Sat, 02 Oct 2004 12:56:50 PDT
5 from the "Overton Park Series"
and
3 new Japan shots

::short and sweet:: ]]> ~sxyblkmn 10 yo... http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/3241293/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/3241293/ Sun, 29 Aug 2004 17:38:39 PDT
(and on that note, what is up with DA today? it took me FOREVER to get all these on here it was going so slow.)

anyway, a lot of these (the Mary/Brad shoot and "Hear No Evil") are me trying out new ideas and just experimenting to see how it feels/looks.

so, if they don't look like my "usual" stuff...well, there you go :)

more Japan pics are still in the works. ]]> ~sxyblkmn Updating... http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/3202953/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/3202953/ Tue, 24 Aug 2004 12:19:51 PDT
w00t and spiff!

still working on the others

cross-posted in my LJ photo journal SxyBlkPhotos too. :) ]]> ~sxyblkmn Yes, I still believe in THE NEW DEAL http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/3191880/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/3191880/ Mon, 23 Aug 2004 00:26:33 PDT
i've been to japan and back and working everyday since then so, that's the first part of my excuse for not updating like i should.

the other half is...well...i just haven't been shooting like i should.

well, that should be changing.

i'm in the middle of working on getting the japan pictures i took ready for posting so that'll be up soon.

my sister gave me her still mint scanner that she never uses (thanks sis!) and that's being shipped from japan as we speak. (then i can get back to posting my work that i don't have saved on CD)

so yeah, be expecting some new stuff in the VERY near future.

yay! ]]> ~sxyblkmn So...THE NEW DEAL. http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/2192852/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/2192852/ Sat, 10 Apr 2004 12:59:44 PDT
I mean, hell, last time I updated the journal (not even counting the art) was back in Feb.

Voice In Head: Guess you need to get out and shoot more then.
Me: Huh. You're right...for once. SO BE IT!!
Voice In Head: As it should be.

Anyway, new goal. I'll try to update a new photo, at the very LEAST, once a month.

I tend to work best when I have a deadline (no matter how vague that deadline is) so, I think this will be a Good Thing.

THE NEW DEAL begins next month. ]]> ~sxyblkmn Updated and Stuff http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/1892205/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/1892205/ Sun, 22 Feb 2004 23:42:12 PST
w00t!

hope ya'll enjoy ]]> ~sxyblkmn yeah, i'm back http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/1880501/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/1880501/ Fri, 20 Feb 2004 21:52:52 PST
plan to change that though

gonna add some new pics starting next week

spiff! ]]> ~sxyblkmn Hey Yo http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/1731537/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/1731537/ Fri, 23 Jan 2004 20:28:53 PST
added two new pics (yay me!)

i should be adding more as time goes on.

scanner is still dead. doesn't look like it believes in life after death (curses!!) so, still won't be able to scan in anymore of my work...

guess that means i just need to take more new pictures then huh?

anyway, going to go visit my god-daughters this weekend, so i'll check back in when i get back to memphis ]]> ~sxyblkmn The Universe Mocks Me and All I Stand For... http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/1624943/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/1624943/ Sat, 03 Jan 2004 17:31:13 PST
well, just as i was in the process of scanning in even more of my artwork...my scanner finally gives up the ghost and goes out with a Bang...not a whimper.

Ever hear the sound of your scanner light bulb popping like a firecracker? trust me, you don't want to.

so, that means i could only get 3 new pictures up. i should be able to get one more up tonight or tomorrow (already had it saved on my comp) but after that...well...i'll see what i can do

if things work out, i'll be shooting some new stuff in the coming weeks and if i do, i can just save 'em to a CD at work and post them from that.

anyway

i'm out like a thief in the night ;) ]]> ~sxyblkmn back and stuff http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/1592495/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/1592495/ Sat, 27 Dec 2003 22:49:09 PST
my sis came home from japan and much fun was had.

back in memphis

will be adding more work to the gallery slowly

hope everyone else had a good christmas too ]]> ~sxyblkmn homeward bound http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/1568777/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/1568777/ Mon, 22 Dec 2003 13:46:25 PST
so, just wanted ta wish everyone a merry christmas and all that jazz

(oh, if you leave a comment and i don't respond, it's cause i won't have 'net access till i get back to memphis on sunday) :)

::waves:: ]]> ~sxyblkmn the virgin entry :) http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/1564960/ http://sxyblkmn.deviantart.com/journal/1564960/ Sun, 21 Dec 2003 16:11:31 PST
i've been lurking for awhile ta see how i like, and, well i like

uh...that's it really

holla holla ]]> ~sxyblkmn