Hi! I'm Melly. I'm a dreamer, and find myself seeking creativity- whether it is crafting my own ideas or finding other amazing things people have done. This blog is to share these things.
Tim: A Short
I can’t remember who I got this from, but I saw this short earlier today which is an ode to Tim Burton. It’s a clear nod towards “Vincent”- in fact, pretty much a rip off if you want to look at it that way. Still, I think it’s brilliantly made, and well-executed. All the little tidbits in the narration and attention to details are perfect. I especially liked the Plan 9 reference!
Anyway, here it is:
TiM from Ken Turner on Vimeo.
If you haven’t seen it, I highly advise you to check out Vincent- it’s an amazing film and great look into early Burton work.
September 14, 2010 at 1:50 am | Animation, Art, Film | No comments
101 Things in 1001 Days
Sounds simple, doesn’t it? I found this website on this project the other day (dayzeroproject.com), and I was considering doing it.
The problem is, I can’t think of 101 things. I don’t think I am thinking enough. In fact, I think that maybe I am just restricting my thoughts and thinking I won’t be able to accomplish things.
Then why the block, if I am aware of this? I don’t know. I am not even sure why I am bringing that part up. I’ve always been interested in these online projects (I started a 365, and have looked into other projects like blogathon and the mirror project), so I think I’ll try this one out once I have thought of 101 things. So far, I’ve got 27 things. A lot of my list has to do with other projects I want to do, but haven’t gotten around to. I know I have other things I want to add to this list, but I can’t think of them right now.
If you were to do 101 things in 1001 days, what would you do?
July 25, 2010 at 10:33 pm | Uncategorized | No comments
Early Decade Review
We’re almost at the ending of the first quarter of the year, and I thought I’d check in and reflect on my resolutions and status in the year.
So far, I have not succeeded in my painting. Of course, I haven’t expected to. I have the idea for it, but no sketches have succeeded in attempts to pursue this piece. It is a self-portrait of sorts, and that may be making me even more critical. To already be exposed is one thing, so it needs to be done right, I suppose. I’m thinking this may be the issue.
2010 is going to be a renaissance for me, in a way. I find that I need a rebirth in the way I create and the way I think, and I’ve taken complete advantage of a new decade appearing to do so. So far, I have found progress. I have completed two songs on my ukulele, and have two more to work on. I have kept my secret resolution of completing at least one book a month, and I even have a few in a queue to read in my spare time. I have, somehow, improved my work flow, and have found myself to become more productive.
Most importantly, I have found that I have pushed myself to learn and accept, as well as move forward. Some things I find pushing back towards, but there is always a struggle of sorts if you’re alive. I mean, what’s the point in living if you’re not learning or working on something? Whether it be yourself or a project that has nothing to do with your soul, humans need to work and to pursue. I’m grateful to be open to this idea of challenge.
I have a very large and very personal list of things I need to do. There is no deadline for many of them, but, like most clients do, I have set each list item to be completed “A.S.A.P.” That’s okay, though. I’m glad that I do not feed this added stress of rush, of impending doom, or of just falling apart. It’s a nice and new feeling for the girl more paranoid than most.
I am going to continue working on this song, and maybe recording it. I like recording these things so I can see what I need to fix. I’m my worst critic, and I am interested in listening to myself head-on.
How’s your year going so far?
March 1, 2010 at 12:04 am | Food for Thought | No comments
I have not abandoned this blog.
I just don’t know what to talk about. I was going to go off on a rant, but I am not sure if I want to do that just yet.
In other news, pixel is not feeling well :[ I hope she gets over it tonight!
February 9, 2010 at 6:01 am | Uncategorized | No comments
Pixelness and other cuteness galore!
So, I am a fan of Doe Deere and her Lime Crime makeup line, so when I saw she was posting a Weekly Glee edition on pets, I figured she needed to see the cuteness that is Pixel. I also shared some bunny facts that I remembered off the top of my head. Bunnies really are the best.
Check out the sweet post here, as well as see which picture I submitted with Pixel. You may not be able to tell which one she is in the photo, as she’s with friends :p
January 19, 2010 at 4:05 am | Pixel | No comments