Danny Lyon

Last Tuesday I had the unique pleasure of hearing Danny Lyon give a talk at my University. I had previously purchased one of his books, Knave of Hearts, which he signed for me. While the talk was less academic than I thought it would be, he had a sense of humor and wit that kept things interesting. The image above is currently being displayed in our art museum's photo exhibition. It is an image that tells of freedom, rebellion, and youth.

If you're interested, check out his blog: Bleak Beauty

Kevin Van Aelst

Kevin Van Aelst is a photographer whose work has been commissioned by the likes of New York Times Magazine, Wired Magazine, and the Boston Globe. The images are colorful, creative, and fun. Many of them feature underlying critiques on society. I especially enjoyed the series of images featuring the fingerprints. It's something I've never seen done before!

"Fuck Me and Marry Me Young"

So this is a painting by Kris Knight.

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Wonderland Lola's Way

LOLA

Ellipse - New Album by Imogen Heap

Imogen Heap: Brilliant, funny, informative...this woman makes me smile. :)
For many years now, I have been (I hope) a supportive fan of this talented musician.
I, first off, love her for her close and open relationship with her fans. I've never known any artist to be as connected with their fans. Her v-blogs are always worth watching. For the past 2 years, she has kept the outside world informed on all of her work.
Now we are all waiting anxiously for the release date of her new album...August 25th.

Her music is amazing. Her album "Details" made in her collaborative project FROU FROU was the first album I listened to without doing anything else at the same time. It was the first time in my life that I actually laid down on my bedroom floor and listened to an album all the way through.

Her new single "First Train Home" is available for listening at http://stereogum.com/archives/album-art/new-imogen-heap---first-train-home_078841.html