R.I.P Irving Penn June 16th 1917 – October 7th 2009

Darkness

Rant 2- Money= Influence/Power

Although one of the most sought after things in life I think money is one of the most terrifying things someone can "own", I understand the need for it but when the amount is far greater than the years you'll be able to use it, it's increasingly easier for people to become "lost". It's scary to think that another beings bank balance can buy influence. I know hard work and success is usually capped with financial superiority but I think you can really judge a character by what they do with their riches, I think money is source for help, not just charity but all those you love and yourself. Those who view money as power are scary but those who follow this mentality living on the breadline is tragic, it shouldn't be the physical notes and coins we strive for, we should dream and be content with the financial total our dreams add up to. I believe the mind is the ultimate power it's far richer without the costly price tag of selling what I see as universal morals. It's vital to know that both our physical existence and money have an expiration date, what we do with our riches can live for eternity.

A Belief... I have those.

Me x

They inspire me...

A massive fan of Slash!! I think if I was born a few years earlier he would of influenced my physical presence further!

"The river is constantly turning and bending and you never know where it's going to go and where you'll wind up. Following the bend in the river and staying on your own path means that you are on the right track. Don't let anyone deter you from that."..."I am learning all the time. The tombstone will be my diploma."...Eartha Kitt

My love and respect for this woman surpasses what she can offer my wardrobe. She exudes a sincerity with everything she says and does which to me is the true driving force of her success. Vivienne is more than just Fashion as YSL said this fades, I believe her lifestyle is eternal.


There is a reason why she is the Queen of Pop regardless of what people say about her "life"... using quotation marks because I believe as a celebrity and especially one of Madonna's calibre life as they privately live it and life as depicted in the media and fed to the public for the most part is not the same. Madonna has covered every genre of music and really understands what "entertainment" is ... she's undeniably kept her fans on a cliff LP to LP. I love this video for the lyrical message "express don't repress" and Jean-Baptiste Mondino did a killer job with the visual concept.

"I wasn't born this way. One creates oneself. I believe whatever I dream. Whatever I dream, I want t do."...Grace Jones
Grace is physical art in my opinion, words are created to describe her the Oxford Dictionary just doesn't suffice! she once said when she enters a carriage it tends to empty "but there's always one brave one"... that would be me, I understand that when people can't understand they attack or run.

' "Lies run sprints, but truths run marathons. The truth will win this marathon in court"..."And my goal in life is to give the world what i was lucky to receive: the ecstasy of divine union through my music and my dance" ... Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson... just GREAT, one of a kind, the original mould!! I love this song and the video with Miss Naomi Campbell... people forget that Michael was a sex symbol, the chemistry between him, Naomi and that camera is steam against a window!


I have a collection of Gene Kelly's movies, so talented and to this day if I'm ill (which I am now) or just having a lazy day in "Anchors Aweigh", "Cover Girl", "Singin' in the Rain" "It's Always Fair Weather" (above) ... the list is endless comes on. Not many of my friends share this love so if you do give me a shout! Probably all over the age of 50 BUT I love older people. I love this clip as it really shows his dance skills.. tap dancing in roller blades... most folks can't even stand in them.

"Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek."... Barack Obama

Truly inspiring. To me Obama becoming President wasn't only monumental due to him breaking race barriers BUT he really embodied the word "change" and "unity", his capability in making the ignorant look at the bigger picture is why his voice will echo forever. I urge everyone to watch his inauguration speech.



"Artists aren't really people. And I'm actually 40 per cent papier mache."... MorrisseyI love when music has a deeper meaning and the Smiths spoke of Politics through song... if something can make you move and think it's a force.
There's no denying Iman's beauty, the tone of her voice penetrates the substance. Honestly how can someone not be captivated by what leaves the mouth of such intriguing face I fall in love more when she speaks so organically. Eloquence comes in many formats.

There are many others from Nelson Mandela to Jean- Paul Goude and Salvador Dali but I thought I'd dedicate this to the ten I currently have on my title graphic.
Au revoir!
Me x

Quintessentially English

Quintessentially English, originally uploaded by Mr_Nickque.

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RANT 1- Creative?

I'm a deep thinker and my moments of silence are usually mistaken for intentional rudeness or mute arrogance, my words at times are greeted by perplexed ears as if I'm delivering some backmasking subliminal message. Everything my mind delivers in audio format I mean even if only in that moment, growing as a person has made me realize that my actions won't always marry my words but realizing that in it self is a sign of growth and acceptance. Working in the creative industry I'm careful about what I do and say to individuals I meet some who only exist in this sphere for the "fame". I'm unapolgetic, I don't see myself as "different" my "eccentricity" is my norm. It's unfortunate how blind some creatives are which to me is contradicting as tunnel vision is not something to be celebrated in any field especially a demiurgic one. In an industry where a concept can be claimed, publicized at the bat of an eyelid folks need to know when to open their minds and keep their mouths shut. I'm an optimist in life but a realist when it comes to creativity, I believe you have to be as we live in a new media world where your thought today can be someone else "cash cow" tomorrow. I work hard doing what I love and expressing myself through various mediums, I do this purely because I WANT TO, I'm not jumping on a present phase nor yielding to a world where things "seem" more fun and easy. This is just my observing thoughts triggered simply on OBSERVATION! Depth can't be sought without honesty, it's sad when politicians at heart are models in reality, find your craft at your own pace, work on perfecting it with inspiration from your peers and only compete with yourself. Praise is best served spontaneous.

Just a thought... I have those

Me x

PING!

Just a quick stop for an update as I am a blogger afterall and one must BLOG! lol

this week I have been

-drawing/ mocking up a design I think will elevate any wardrobe... watch this SPACE!!!

-Castings and shoots as usual.

-Fashion Week approaches and parties etc are coming a plenty!

-Finished my two privately commissioned pieces and I've submitted, which takes the load off for now.

-Writing treatments for shoots I have planned, gonna be togging some hot asses over SEPT/OCT! Also writing other things some work but mostly personal (shhhhh), very therapeutic act and recession friendly; shrinks steal... NOT that I require one!!

- Oh and an old belt, one of my denim jackets, scissors and boredom lead me to that saucepot (insert) I also fixed up a shag worthy leather stud piece grrrrr lol!

*dramatic pause* I feel poorly -sniffle sniffle-

ANYWAY I'll be back soon with plenty pictures and NEWS NEW NEWS!! Tattoo time on 14th!! Despite the miserable weather I do love a September month, it's like a naughty leg stroke under the desk at school which is forever in your diary as the day you got "felt up" to which you CONSENTED! ... just me...yah ha!

Cans of love SpecialQ-brew!! xo