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Re: i'll build tomorrow

Jenny R. — Fri, 24 Mar 2006 14:53:41 -0000

I have come back to this image a few times. The first thing that struck me is the contrast of textures and colors. Then I sat for awhile and began to feel the bricks cutting the scene in half. They have a clarity that the rest of the scene does not. I like how I cannot see over them. I see the grass on the left and I wonder what "tomorrow" (what I imagine being built by and on the right side of the bricks) is. I wonder if nature is lost in tomorrow. I wonder if tomorrow brings constant confort such as the building of a home.

This picture feels like someones mission to me.

Re: Skins: Three Apples on Curved Back

Jenny R. — Fri, 24 Mar 2006 17:44:36 -0000

I dunno how I feel about this one. I like the lighting off the apple skins, and the positioning, but I feel like I am missing something. Oh, and it did make me think of Eve and the apple in the garden of Eden. Like Eve is woeful and the apples are mocking her. ;)

Re: cancelling Finding Place?

Jenny R. — Tue, 09 May 2006 15:49:30 -0000

Well, I agree with what BMG said above.

Personally, I would go ahead and do it. Especially if you have extra copies to sell because I think your goal is to expand your work beyond just the people who see it now, and thats a great way to do it. Plus maybe more of your friends/etc will buy later.

It's also a great way to chronicle your work and progress.

Re: yellow duckling

Jenny R. — Tue, 16 May 2006 17:28:48 -0000

OMG I love this one. The colors!

Wonderful work.

Re: IndieKarma: 1 penny per visit

Jenny R. — Mon, 05 Jun 2006 14:56:37 -0000

All signed up. :)

Re: on advice

Jenny R. — Wed, 07 Jun 2006 14:49:31 -0000

Bravo! This is what I like to hear. Accept yourself, be yourself, and own your work. This is your passion and your life. While it is frustrating to receive mixed messages, thats people for you. Feedback is nice but not the begin all and end all of the possibilities. Advice most often comes with good intentions but is tainted by people wanting to feel like they helped, not actually helping. Often times they are looking to get something out of it as well. Most people aren't honest enough with themselves to handle being honest with others.

You (and Jess) are your best foundation. Find your footing, set your pace, and let those you want to follow you on YOUR journey. You have amazing work. I have seen it get better and better as time has gone on and I believe the more liberated you feel, the more amazing your results.

I hope to be more supportive in more ways as time goes on. Until then, thank you for continuing to share with those of us who aren't as active with our appreciation.

Re: thought results in change

Jenny R. — Sat, 17 Jun 2006 01:40:34 -0000

I think charging for sessions is a fine idea. I would think for some people it would help them take it more seriously, not to mention you gain something for your hard work and time.

Re: the first step

Jenny R. — Wed, 28 Jun 2006 12:26:00 -0000

Very thought provoking. Is it that the first step matters not or just that when we gain momentum we lose sight of the importance? I can see both depending on which angle I look at it from.

Re: learning to choose

Jenny R. — Fri, 30 Jun 2006 12:17:25 -0000

It's a little bit of a turn off to hear "no thanks to some of you." I feel you're coming from a place of anticipation and excitement, and I can appreciate that, but my own feeling jazzed up to promote your work feels a bit dampened when I hear I may not have done it fast enough. :( Yeah, the way I was going to do it may not have promoted your end of June celebratory sale, but it may still have increased your exposure, which from what I understand sounds equally important to you.

I know venting frustration is important, and I encourage you to share all aspects of this journey, but understand that if people feel personally attacked it may be counter-productive. I know in my experience the more positive the reinforcement, the more success. Also, maybe it isn't so personal (the not getting linked right away). It's a holiday weekend and it's the end of a week (a long one for some ppl ;)).

You do wonderful work, dude. Really. It's getting better with every day and project. :) I know the process may not be moving as fast as you like, but you're progressing... and it shows! Personally, I especially like the poetry coming out as well. I think it allows more creative energy to blossom.

Re: alone

Jenny R. — Tue, 15 Aug 2006 21:57:48 -0000

Damn, your thingy ate my comment.

I was saying, this isn't about food, but maybe just as good.

Starbucks, in some areas, are putting local photos/art up in their cafes with "Artist of the Month" programs or "Customer Creations." I thought, if interested, you could inquire about such things in your area. Let me know if you want any tips/advice. :)

Re: Exposure Dallas Presents: Ambiance

Jenny R. — Tue, 05 Sep 2006 11:35:12 -0000

I so wish I could be there! But I am still so happy you're doing this. :)

Re: growing down

Jenny R. — Mon, 11 Sep 2006 10:32:26 -0000

"You may have to grow old, but you never have to grow up." _--my mom. :)

I can be very childlike. I love being childlike. People sometimes confuse this with childish, but that I am not. Childlike brings me joy, laughter, and connection. Childish would cost me my job, possibly some relationships, and respect. Childlike means rolling in the grass, cracking silly jokes, coloring with crayons, and playing thumb war. Childish means bullying, story-telling, and wanting others to be responsible for me.

Be childlike, whatever that is for you. Allow yourself that freedom.

Wonderful post.

Re: when the walls fell

Jenny R. — Sat, 23 Sep 2006 23:11:33 -0000

I love my ipod. I cannot offer technical "whys" or arguements. All I know it I can use it, it works, and it;s never, ever, ever given me trouble. Plus everyone has one which in this case is great. Whenever I want something (armband, cover, etc) someone always says, "oh, I have one I never use so you can have it."

I love me some free stuff.

Re: Tweet Digests Suspended

Jenny R. — Sat, 10 May 2008 14:44:27 -0000

Yay! But I wasn't seriously bothered. I did, however, miss seeing "regular posts" and I had a difficult time figuring out WTF was going on in those messages. And I usually gave it effort, too.

So yeah. I can understand wanting your own record, but jeez. Keep in mind, though, it wasn't just you on my f-list and that just compounds the annoyance. When 25% or more of people just post twitter (or regularly do) at length, it's frustrating. So it wasn't like, OMG DANIEL STOP, it was wishing people in general would cut back on those long twitter entires. So, thank you for being the seemingly second person to take this into consideration. :)

Re: Tweet Digests Suspended

Jenny R. — Sat, 10 May 2008 14:46:16 -0000

Did this thing just eat my comment? Grrr.

Re: Cleanse Progress

Jenny R. — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 14:13:49 -0000

Congrats! Sounds like this has been a rewarding experience with lessons learned. I know my water fast was, and I am so much more in tune with my body now. That and for me the mental clarity proved to help in many areas of life...not just food. It's so wonderful to hear your journey as well.

I hope you continue on this healthful path. :)