new Royal Mail stamps issued 16 june 09based on mythical creatures
illustrated by artist artist Dave McKean
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Saturday, June 27, 2009
Milton H. Erickson - The Father of Modern Hypnotherapy
Milton H. Erickson (1901- 1980) was an American Psychiatrist who specialized in medical hypnosis. His story is fascinating and inspiring. As a young man of 17 he was stricken with polio. His incredible recovery is briefly recounted below. Not only does his story offer inspiration, but insight into experiential wisdom and application for the betterment of the human condition.Milton Erickson was always delighted to recount that he was one of the few people who traveled East in a covered wagon. His love of doing things differently was a theme in his life as well as in the way he practiced psychotherapy. His unique approaches have impacted and changed psychotherapy in a pivotal way.
Born in 1901, in Aurum, Nevada, a long vanished silver-mining town, he was Albert and Clara Erickson's second child. When he was five, the family moved to Lowell, Wisconsin, and began farming on 80 acres. The family eventually grew to 7 girls and 2 boys, which was a distinct disadvantage in the epoch of clear male and female work roles. The family frequently "loaned out" a girl for kitchen duties in exchange for an extra hand at crop time.
Even as a child, Milton was recognized as different. His schoolmates called him "Pat" because he always had his lessons "down pat." There was a paucity of printed material in his farm community and he already had an insatiable appetite for reading. He amused himself by reading the dictionary. While still a teenager, he began his prolific publishing career, writing an article about the problems of youths on farms for a national magazine. He enjoyed writing for newspapers as a student and continued to contribute to newspapers for many years. His submissions ranged from serious editorials to humorous anecdotes.
He admired the wise country doctor, as a youngster, and planned that career for himself. Then at 17, he was stricken by poliomyelitis. He spent a great deal of time analyzing the intricacies and hidden messages of the conversations in rooms adjacent to his bedroom as he lay paralyzed. His examination of minute details of the relationships between thinking and healing and the effects of the mind on the body proved to be key elements in his recovery.
As a transition back to physical well-being, Milton planned a camping trip by canoe from the Wisconsin River in Milwaukee down the Mississippi to St. Louis. A friend who was going with him canceled at the last minute. As Milton's parents were already uncomfortable with this trip, he decided not to tell them it would be a solitary venture. He began his trip with $5.00 in his pocket and being carried to the river because he couldn't walk far. There would be many portages with his canoe, but he decided he could depend on his wits until he could develop the muscles he needed. He was confident that even alone he would manage.
He paddled home after six weeks. He still had his $5.00, was tanned and had developed enormous shoulder muscle strength. He had learned to walk again, supported only by a cane. The trip impacted him and his thinking for the rest of his life. Many nights, he had "earned" his supper by telling stories to fishermen along the river and he recognized the power of stories the rest of his life. He became even more appreciative of the power of nature to soothe and teach. Erickson always relished learning and on this trip, he was able to see other ways of living. He talked to and learned from the company of people whose life styles were totally outside his experiences.
In Erickson's youth was marked with times of isolation and solitude as well as intervals of physical hardship. His life philosophy was shaped by the resulting appreciation of the values of observation, patience, perseverance, and hard work. All surroundings provide solutions, whether the circumstances are sparse, filled with adversities or teeming with yet-to-be discovered possibilities for the navigation of life. This life philosophy, this different view of the resources available within each person and the environment shaped his professional views and created a broader spectrum for psychotherapy.
Friday, June 26, 2009
Digital Inspiration - Technology Blog - A New Member In Our Family
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Thursday, June 25, 2009
good bye. see you on monday.
hier seht ihr mein montagsoutfit.
etwas verspätet.
ich konnte den berühmten h&m-rock auch noch im sale ergattern :)
gerade bin ich etwas im pack-stress.
wieso ist das wetter in paris auch so komisch vorhergesagt?
regen, gewitter, hitze? super.
naja, das wird schon.
[skirt,leggings,top,necklace:h&m.jacket:fleamarket.necklaces:vintage.
bracelet:present.shoes:minnetonka.]
this is my outfit from monday.
now, it's time to say good bye. as you already know, i will spend the weekend in paris :)
see you on monday.
love, hippiegirl♥
etwas verspätet.
ich konnte den berühmten h&m-rock auch noch im sale ergattern :)
gerade bin ich etwas im pack-stress.
wieso ist das wetter in paris auch so komisch vorhergesagt?
regen, gewitter, hitze? super.
naja, das wird schon.
[skirt,leggings,top,necklace:h&m.jacket:fleamarket.necklaces:vintage.
bracelet:present.shoes:minnetonka.]
morgen früh gehts los nach paris,
wir sehen uns am montag :)
this is my outfit from monday.
now, it's time to say good bye. as you already know, i will spend the weekend in paris :)
see you on monday.
love, hippiegirl♥
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Brownie Pudding
Please forgive our absence. I am working full time and Hillary has been working on home improvements for her cute new house. Here's something to make your mouth water. It's my grandmother's recipe so please enjoy it!
Brownie Pudding
Brownie Pudding
1 cup sifted flour
2 tsp baking powder
¼ to ½ tsp salt
¾ cup sugar
2-3 T cocoa
1 tsp vanilla
½ cup milk
2 T shortening
1 cup chopped nuts (opt)
Sift all ingredients together; add milk, shortening and nuts. Spread in greased 9 inch pan.
Topping:
1 cup brown sugar
4 T cocoa
1 ¼ cup boiling water
Mix sugar and cocoa; sprinkle over mixture in pan. Pour boiling water over all. Bake in 350 degree oven for 30-40 minutes.
Makes 6-8 servings
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Tuesday, June 23, 2009
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GONZALO FLORES
Gonzalo Flores lives in the countryside of a city named Patagonians´ Gate, Bahía Blanca, Argentina.
After graduating as an Animation Film Maker (Avellaneda Cinematographic Art Institute) and receiving his degree in Graphic Design (University of Buenos Aires), he embarked on his career as an Illustrator, concept artist and animator.
He has integrated the Art Department of several leader Spanish and Argentinean enterprises, as "Torneos y Competencias Sports"(TV network), "Telefe" (Film and TV Production Company) and "Arbol / Promofilm " (film and TV Production Company), designing and performing concepts and animation works. He has been a part of several important productions, including animated features for TV, both for the Latin American and International market.
Over the next sixteen years, he has amassed an interesting portfolio with special emphasis on fantasy, science fiction, iconic designs, characters, creatures, costumes, cultures, environments and technology.
He is also a Fine Artist and his paintings have been displayed in England, Italy, Spain and Argentina in exhibitions organized by The National Academy of Antique and Modern Art of Italy (Accademia Nazionale d’Arte Antica e Moderna d’Italia), the European Community of Art Critics, A.C.E.A.’S (International Federation of Fine Artists), the Society of Wildlife Art (S.W.L.A) of U. K., among others.
http://www.gonzaloflores.com
When did you first decide to become an illustrator? Was there a pivotal moment?
I´ve grown up among oils and brushes. Since I was a child, drawing and painting were my most important languages. Eventually I realized that my drawings could get life and movement and I fell in love with animation and the Disney universe. I dreamed of spending my life among these fantastic characters. But I think the pivotal moment in which I realized that these wishes could become real was when I was chosen among a lot of graphic designers to work for a leading TV Channel's art department. There I came to understand that I could make a living with my craft.
Who or what inspires you?
There are a lot of things that inspire me, but mostly I find inspiration in the process of drawing. There I find a way to understand the world, a way of knowledge. Drawing and painting from life reveals to me the beauty which is hidden out there. I also pay attention to what other artists are doing and I try to understand their way of seeing the world.
Where does your training come from? Self-taught? College/Art School?
I graduated from The Avellaneda Cinematographic Institute and I have a degree in Graphic Design from Buenos Aires University, Argentina. But I actually learned the method to understanding form and color from my professor Carlos Marchi. I studied with him for six wonderful years!
How do you keep "fresh" within your industry?
I try to find ways to improve myself in each work. Each illustration implies a challenge for me. Sometimes I research a specific type of light. And sometimes I experiment with composition and perspective. In addition I visit as many art exhibitions as I can.
What are some of your current projects?
Presently I’m working in a Star Wars RPG book and I have a project of my own: I’m working on a full color graphic novel. I’m in the very beginning stages of the project, designing characters and environments. I’m also planning a series of big oil epic paintings.
Which of your projects are you the most proud of? And why?
Definitely, the Star Wars covers I made in 2008. They were a huge challenge for me. I’m really happy with the results I reached on these covers!
Are there any areas, techniques, mediums, projects in your field that you have yet to try?
Oh yes! Fortunately there are always techniques and mediums to explore. I’m interested in getting deeper into watercolor technique, I love this medium and I want to improve my skills in dealing with it.
Any advice to the novice designer/ illustrator?
I think is important to keep in mind what Picasso said: this craft is 90% work and 10 % talent. Illustrators have to train themselves every day in several topics and use this knowledge to improve their expression skills.
What makes a designed piece or illustration successful?
Well is really hard to understand this matter. It’s a very interesting question. I think it’s a mix of a good technique and understanding of the medium we are using and a fresh soul reflected in that piece. Something like an old man and a baby living into the same person.
What do you do to keep yourself motivated and avoid burn-out?
I always try to set myself a specific goal to achieve and I keep my mind focused on that particular topic. I enjoy the challenge of getting into the language of painting the several materials that I have to work on: metal,leather, cloth, skin,hair.
Finish this sentence. "If I weren't a designer/illustrator I would have been a..."
...I would work into the film industry, in the field of special effects.
And finally, what is the best thing on prime-time TV right now?
I’m so sorry but I don’t watch TV.
Sunday, June 21, 2009
first date
gestern hatte ich mein "erstes bloggerdate" *hihi*
ich traf mich mit lara von vintage jesus fashion in der stadt und wir verstanden uns auf anhieb super :)
nach einem kaffee bei starbucks wurde natürlich geshoppt, gelacht und eine fotosession eingelegt!
die ergebnisse seht ihr hier.
jeansjacket:fleamarket.leggings,top:h&m.bag:asos.shorts:DIY.
necklace(s):DIY&fleamarket.watch:vintage.
bracelet:present.
boots:pimkie.
so ein tolles treffen schreit nach wiederholung, nicht wahr?
i met lara from vintage jesus fashion (check out her fantastic blog!)
we had a great time and a lot of fun together!
peace, hippiegirl ♥
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