It’s stuff like this that makes me glad I live in the city…
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How can you not like butterflies? I was amazed at how vibrant these tattoos were after learning that they were two years old.
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A reader would like to know:
“Ok so what’s the deal with “The Set” is this a decent open mic session? Is it still schedule every Wednesday of the week??? What is the setting like, and is there a decent amount of people there???”
We once spoke about the restaurant La Carbonara located at 1926 19th Street but I wasn’t aware that they had an open mic session. I found a bit of information about the open mic night at this Web site. But I’ve never actually been myself. So has anyone gone? What was the scene like and how many people generally show?
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Looks like it may still be in progress.
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Gallery Plan B, located at 1530 14th Street, is hosting a new exhibit starting today. Sounds really interesting. If anyone checks it out before I post be sure to tell me your thoughts in an email.
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This guy was really nice. I couldn’t completely understand what he was saying but I think this particular fire alarm was sponsored by the store on the corner. Pretty cool.
Not as cool as this one, but still pretty cool:
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“Invisible Camel Bells, Slight Footfalls in Sand.” J. Rumi
Pretty damn cool. I’m not sure I get it but I love the fact that it’s here.
Post and illustrations written by Hipchickindc.
I have always had a fascination with Jemal’s Wonder Bread Factory on S St NW, near the Shaw/Howard U Metro, but one day, as I was walking home from Metro to Bloomingdale, I happened to notice a sign in front of a lovely turreted Victorian across the street. The sign said, “ArtSpace” and there was a web site listed. As an artist, I am always interested in learning about studio and showing space, especially so close to home, so I looked up Art Space.
“The ArtSpace is a conduit for personal and community expression, empowering participants to find their artistic voice, celebrate the beauty of the world that surrounds us and expose what needs to change with powerful visual statements. At the ArtSpace we believe that art should be as accessible as the local basketball court or branch library.”
In addition to a small menu of art classes offered, the invitation to attend the weekly drop in Open Studio sessions caught my eye. I called the number listed to make sure this was for real, and spoke to the director, Kristian Whipple. Kristian enthusiastically encouraged me to come over the following Monday with my daughter. The facilities and materials would be open for use for the entry price of either “food or five” (either bring food to share, or pay a five dollar donation.)
In addition to clay, pottery wheels, and a kiln, ArtSpace has a dark room, several looms for weaving, cupboards and shelves well stocked with a range of art materials, art books for inspiration, and space for tables and an easel. We usually try to bring some kind of food to share, and enjoy hanging out with both newcomers and regulars. All are welcome regardless of experience or skill level. An interest and desire to be creative are all that is required. Post continues after the jump. (more…)
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This tattoo was inspired (taken) from the artwork of Paul Klee. It is a from a piece called Angelus Novus. Walter Benjamin wrote about it.
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Thanks to a reader for sending:
“My husband spotted this car on Vermont Ave. and made me walk down to see it. It was a light blue demo-derby-looking car with face on the hood and a big pink handle bar moustache covering the hood and front corner panels. The name of the car one side is “Denada #7” and “Stache #7″ on the other side.”
Another angle after the jump. (more…)