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I usually hate pleats and overthink them; but these were fast, easy, and look lovely. They are also functional, making sure there is enough ease in the tunic for movement.
I'd like to find a place that only has one tree surrounded by nothing. This obviously isn't that. It would be lonely for a tree though to stand tall alone without a forest. I'm sure that exists somewhere. I feel like a tree a lot. I'm surrounded but I feel alone cause ya know drama. I know I'm not. Could a tree know it was alone? I'm guessing not since it doesn't have a brain to also overthink upon everything. Trees are quite lucky aha.
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Nothing fancy today after the shoot yesterday. But tina got a new guitar. well its neither new in the sense its never been played before, or in the sense she got rid of an old one. But Tina got this guitar from her friend who no longer plays. Tina has wanted to play for quite a while.
Ive been thinking a lot lately. And discovering things. About a whole lot of things. I think my creative writing class is doing it to me. Hes making us open up. And its odd, because I always overthink everything...about everyone else...now im thinking about me...
Im listening to Mad World- Gary Jules. Its my new favorite song right now.
btw, some of my creative writing stories are on my blog...
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I cannot say this is the best picture of myself as it is first thing in the morning and I am still in bed. I usually wouldn't take a picture of myself without my hair washed and at least a little makeup on. But I thought taking it this early would mean not overthinking it. And since the day is young, the doubts and insecurities have not crept in yet and I can regard myself with some love.
Here's one of my attempts to lay out the top of my quilt. Everytime I look at it, I move stuff around! I'll probably resort to the bag method to avoid {more} overthinking!
I've been busy lately, not literally busy but a lot of thoughts in my mind, and I felt no willingness to post or create some ideas for what I want to picture out. They said I might be experiencing anxiety, well I guess anxiety is really hard to cope with. A lot of ups and downs in my head but yeah I'm still here, not giving up. That star symbolizes my hope that I will soon be free from this overthinking, nervousness, panic and melancholy, in somewhat means anxiety. Advance merry christmas btw haha.
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143. "Simple" - Take a photo of your dog with a simple composition today. Don't overthink it!
It's been awhile since we've had a family photo.
I love this view of the city. Every time I am driving to Sams house I come around the corner to this view and I am arrested by the sight of it. It doesn't feel like I am in the city yet but it is right! There! Its late and I am having trouble articulating it but I just love how overbearing it is.
In other news, I opened the safe today! There wasn't any pressure and I didn't expect to do it and I did! It's a lesson in not overthinking things that I should take into other aspects of my life
YES!!!!!!
Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!
New album was released 5 minutes ago @ 6PM PST. :)
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"This music arrived unexpectedly as the result of an experiment. The rules were as follows: 10 weeks, no clear agenda, no overthinking, everything driven by impulse. Whatever happens during that time gets released as... something.
The team: Atticus Ross, Alan Moulder and myself with some help from Alessandro Cortini, Adrian Belew and Brian Viglione. Rob Sheridan collaborated with Artist in Residence (A+R) to create the accompanying visual and physical aesthetic.
We began improvising and let the music decide the direction. Eyes were closed, hands played instruments and it began. Within a matter of days it became clear we were on to something, and a lot of material began appearing. What we thought could be a five song EP became much more. I invited some friends over to join in and we all enjoyed the process of collaborating on this.
The end result is a wildly varied body of music that we're able to present to the world in ways the confines of a major record label would never have allowed - from a 100% DRM-free, high-quality download, to the most luxurious physical package we've ever created.
More volumes of Ghosts are likely to appear in the future.
- Trent Reznor, March 2, 2008 "
That was day 2 in HK, after I took a hike to the peak, early in the morning and came back from Ngong Ping for the Buddha statue, I was at Mong Kok searching for dinner. At this point, my feet were already close to numb mainly beacuse of non stop walking around in Hong Kong. I admit it, the three day trip in Hong Kong was a crazy idea but I got to do lot of stuff I wanted to do. Evening, I got off at Mong Kok. The place itself reminded me of Ame-yoko in Tokyo, Ueno. Not sure if it’s just my overthinking but because of the new hair cut and the new glasses I got recently, people kept on talking me in Cantonese while they talk in English to those who think is not from Hong Kong. I guess I was going under radar. Knowing that I was in Hong Kong, I thought I was back in Tokyo for a bit.
This guy was writing the kind of writing that is thinking. I mean the kind of writing that happens when one is not overthinking, but just writing, and so the writing is thinking itself. A kind of writing that happens in a different part of the brain than writing that is trying — trying instead of writing.
Partner, as I sit and await additional supplies I contemplate... Do I overthink too much? Is simple best or is a little frill a welcome addition? More views in my photostream. [For reference: measuring about 5" wide...]
This guy just gave quite a good street performance in the middle of Breitscheidplatz at the foot of the Gedächtniskirche and is now apparently overthinking his sins (or just his most recent show).
Coming from Singapore, due to the very efficient public transport system and never being pushed to learn how to drive until I've moved to Australia, I decided 18 months ago, that I will start learning how to drive on a manual transmission car.
A lot of my colleagues think I am nuts learning to drive stick but I thought it would be useful to have that skill, plus Brad has a manual car too thinking I can borrow his car if he's in a good mood ;-) . Now I had driven before on highways but that is pretty much just heading straight and cruising. However, driving in traffic, making all the turns, and my own decisions, it kinda freaked me out. Now I seem to be handling it pretty well. It's only when I overthink situations that I make mistakes.
So fast forward to about 18 months worth of lessons, and I took my very first driving test. To say that I was nervous, was an understatement. However, my driving instructor knew that it's only my nerves and he was right. Unfortunately, nerves got a hold on me and I hit a kerb during the test. And that is a fail item as it falls under the category of "Collison with a vehicle, person or object". But all in all, I got 105 out of 110 which I didn't think was too bad. I am sure I am not the only one who has ever failed his driving test. I did notice an asian man before I took my test who took the news of failing really badly. The expression on his face was that of utter dissappointment. I guess there are worse things that can happen other than failing a driving test... like being stuck in Japan, during the Earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster warnings for one. :-)
My next test is in two week but it's at another location which I am unfamiliar with. Oh well, more driving experience for me.
I am not fan of Meat. I like the smell of it, but unless I am being distracted by multiple other things parading with the meat, I don't like it. Especially meat sculptures (i.e. loaved or in balls and huge sausages). I think this stems from a meat incident in my youth but is also a combination of me overthinking texture and such. I was a vegetarian from age 13-20..due to the overthought. This is not to say I don't ever find meat enjoyable... but again see above tangent. Chop it up with lots of food like friends or pretend I am a smarter than your average 2 year old and say it with an airplane full of turtles, or just catch me on a day my iron deficient personality emerges. :)
(ahh my first secret off my chest. It will get less awkward i hope, starting off light.. like a lutefisk which I have never eaten cause I don't like meat in jello form either)
n keeping with the mutant/evoloution/gene thing, this design is going to 'evolve' and grow over the week.
I'm going to try and not overthink this, and just see what happens with it.
Ideas and pointers welcome
and Yeah - April
Artist Statement
Throughout this semester, I have learned a lot about myself as a photographer. I have learned that it is not as “easy” as it seems to be creative and abstract. There is a great deal of work, thought, and planning that goes into creating intriguing and meaningful images. In reflecting upon myself, I have learned that I have a great deal of work to do, to improve my own photography skills. Thinking outside the box doesn’t come naturally for me, as I tend to be more of an analytical thinker who enjoys a good set of instructions. That is something I need to learn to let go of, and do what comes naturally. I am very intrigued by becoming a better photographer, and learning how to use the equipment I have more effectively. I need to stop overthinking every aspect, and let the images take shape on their own.
With my final project, I was determined to capture this time in my life in photographs. This is my first pregnancy, and let me say it has definitely been an adventure. At the beginning of the semester I was on top of taking a self-portrait once every 2 weeks, in hopes of capturing the gradual changes that were taking place on scale that I could then compare and measure. The further I have gotten into my pregnancy, the less diligent I have become of making sure I take my self-portraits. While I think that overall I have a good representation of how my body has changed and the development of my baby, my photos were less professional looking and lean more towards snapshots. While I tend to prefer photography that is less staged, and more natural, the mix of the 2 styles for this final project made it challenging. While I had wonderful intentions for this project, after I started the editing process, I quickly learned how challenging it was, because if an image I had was not working quite right, there was no way to go back and try to reshoot the image. Therefore my final project, and the quality of the images when they are meshed together, is not as high as I had hoped it would be. I am also slightly disappointed in my lack of skills in Photoshop. While I can complete rudimentary tasks, when it came to a final project of this magnitude, I was truly wishing I had more training and skills. It would have done the images I had more justice, and made seem like less of a collage, and more of a single merged image. This gives me something to work on for the future. Overall, while I truly liked the idea and the process of getting to my final project, I had hoped that the finished product would have turned out differently.
In the future, I plan on continuing to work on my photography skills, because I truly feel that the more practice you have the better you are going to get. I love black and white photography and portraits, and plan on having some more focus on this area. I am sure in the upcoming months and years, I will have many moments to capture in photographs. I plan on continuing to work on my technical technique, but also learning how to let go and let things happen naturally. Overall, I feel satisfied with how far I have come this semester, and look forward to growing as an artist.
Infinite Countdown by Amy Wierkiewicz, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
23" x 23"
For the theme, Time is Up, I created an hourglass by piecing half square triangles and curved rectangles using the Quick-Curve Ruler. The quilting lines emphasize the movement through the hourglass and around it; as if to turn it back over and start the countdown again Although this is the last challenge for Project Quilting's eighth season, what I learned through the process will continue with me as I create more quilts. The most valuable lesson for me was to not overthink things and just keep progressing..
I feel like one, it's weird how many companies are jumping on the Obama marketing train. And two...try our darker side? Seriously Argo? That really borders on offensive. But like I said, I think I might be overthinking it. Still wrote an angry letter. :)
I liked this one best of all three I took. I think I look relaxed but I didn’t necessarily feel relaxed. Intentional breathing is difficult for me and always has been. It triggers my overthinking. “Am i breathing into my belly?” “My chest is moving too, should it be?” etc it’s annoying af y’all. I can usually get through it and I do enjoy it. I wish something as simple as “is the air expanding into my belly and rib cage?” felt intuitive and not anxiety provoking . . . Tho I suppose that’s part of why I’m here learning embodiment and self compassion. #photoramblings
I have pieced some “trash” batting. I left it long enough to allow the stitches to go over the seam. According to the videos I have watched the Siddi pull from a scrap bag and stitch in that one piece. I of course start auditioning placement. Thoughts…stagger green on each side, I want a stripe or fabric that shows direction, do not overthink,
I was tagged by Johanni. <3
1. This is the second time that I do this 25 facts thing.
2. I already want to dye my hair again. (I actually need to, although you can't see it very well on this picture)
3. But I'm not sure which colour, I've been thinking to dye it a brighter red colour or back to dark brown.
4. I'm saving up for a macbook (pro) right now
5. But I also feel like saving for a new lens, so I'm not sure what I should buy first.
6. I hate the fact that I'm indecisive.
7. I always overthink things.
8. I still want to have a pro account on flickr.
9. I'm still thinking to make a new flickr account for my other photos and use this account for my dolly photos, what do you guys think?
10. I'm trying to lose weight on a healthy way.
11. I'm a sucker for cute things (who isn't?)
12. I really want to change my room, it's way too dark.
13. I think I have more friends on the internet than in real life..
14. I used to collect nailpolish.
15. I still need to learn how to sew.
16. I would love to photograph more with models but I don't know many people who would want to model for me.
17. I get really nervous when I'm going to meet new people even if I already talked to them on msn/internet or on the phone.
18. After I got my diploma next year I might take a year off to photograph more.
19. I'm pretty much happy with my doll family right now.
20. Although I still have one Lati Yellow on my way (since December) and I'm still thinking to buy a Dal again.
21. Jinn is atm away for a new face-up.
22. I often ask other people (whom I trust) about their opinion.
23. When I was younger I never wanted to be photographed and I still don't like to be photographed by others.
24. Lately I'm trying to get back at analogue photography.
25. I really.. REALLY want to have a kitty. :< I just need one.
I will not tag other people, but feel free if you want to do this too. :)
Well, the strangest thing happened to me after I created this piece, so I'm not going to worry and overthink this, and am uploading this piece for my March Week 3.
I started creating this piece today just for fun, as my two daughters were both doing some art inspired by scissor metamorphosis...drawing a pair of scissors and then making them form part of another image. This was then linked to actual metamorphosis from caterpillar to butterfly...hence my image!!
I hadn't intended doing anything like this at all - the image in my head was much simpler and plainer and less complicated as far as Photoshop goes lol!
Now this morning I'd tried to start my March Week 3 piece and got nowhere, so just gave up.
When I got to the end of this piece, I just 'felt' this should be my March Week 3 piece! That worried me a bit as images like this can make people think of fairies - not anything to do with faith! I was worried what people might think. Then the thought came into my head to read again all the notes I made during my Bible study! So I did! And things started jumping out at me!
The girl looks pensive to me. The first verse I'd read was 1Cor. 2:16 - As the scripture says, "Who knows the mind of the Lord? Who is able to give him advice? We, however, have the mind of Christ." With that light shining onto the girl, it just made me think of the mind of Christ and her mind together.
The next verse I'd read was 1 Cor. 10:12 - Every test that you have experienced is the kind that normally comes to people. But God keeps his promise, and he will not allow you to be tested beyond your power to remain firm; at the time you are put to the test,he will give you the strength to endure it, and so provide you with a way out. I imagined that this girl could be facing a test of some kind...yet the landscape suggests she has a 'way out', a path to follow.
After reading several more verses, 1Tim. 2:5-6 jumped out at me - For there is one God, and there is one who brings God and human beings together, the man, Jesus Christ, who gave himself to redeem everyone. Again, the light shining on the girl just feels to me like the human being brought together with God.
I went on to read a few commentaries on various themes, but the one that really grabbed me was this:
Jesus Christ is our mediator, the connection, the bridge between God and us. Spiritual enablement flows from God through Him to us. God's power and God's faithfulness are the issues that are of supreme importance to us in these times. Are we constantly aware that our salvation lies in His hands? He has the power to save.
I like to think the light in the image is spiritual enablement; God's power flowing down upon the girl, bringing salvation.
Another commentary said: In the new creation, the spiritual creation, the sinner is perceived by God as dead and in spiritual darkness. Then God sends forth His spirit to draw the sinner to Christ and to spiritual life and light, making the sinner His child. It is God, by means of His Holy Spirit, who produces the new birth.
The original colours I was creating with were unexpectedly changed when I applied a texture and changed the blend mode. I instantly loved the muted tones, and I think it gives a hint of darkness. The light (the Spirit) coming forth to the girl is drawing her to Christ and into the light (the rays fall onto her, around her, enveloping her as a father might wrap his child in his arms).
So God produces the new birth...and the name of my piece...? Metamorphosis!
So I decided I could be comfortable with this being my piece for March Week 3! I think I've been TOLD!
The girl is a CU font; all the rest of CU brushes and textures!
TFL!
Bernie x
Being home visiting where I grew up, I’m realizing how much bigger a lot of people’s houses are than mine and how much stuff they have. I also used to live in a big house with a lot of stuff but it didn’t bring me joy because stuff can’t do that for you.
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I have a specific style I love (statues, a lot of plants, white walls, tiles floors) and I do still own stuff simply because I love it. 🌵⚪️
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I’m not a minimalist in that I overthink owning less to the point that I’m in a nearly empty room. But I do try to make sure everything has a place and that I don’t have piles of things laying around. I think becoming more “minimalist” is different for everyone and I don’t believe in the purism of any movement — simply do what feels good to you.
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What’s worked for me is having less space. I used to own a 5 bedroom house. Literally 3 of those rooms never got used. We bought a lot of furniture so those rooms wouldn’t be empty and then rarely even stepped inside. 😒
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My new house is much smaller (2 bedrooms, 1 bath small) but feels SO open. Extra high white ceilings, an open floor plan, a big living room window with a killer view of palm trees and mountains and a back room that looks out to a swimming pool. I traded I an a lot of unused space for a space where we use every square inch and enjoy the surroundings. We open every door to every room every day. I clean out my stuff regularly, making a little pile to donate. I don’t feel ruled mentally by stuff anymore. I shop much, much less but if I find something I love, I do buy it. Everything in moderation.
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“Minimalism” doesn’t have to be an all or nothing proposition. Being more conscious of what you buy and parting with the stuff that doesn’t feel necessary anymore is enough and can bring so much mental clarity. 💫
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I'm overthinking the white specs, and still not thrilled with the dark greens I am mixing, I think I need to go back to the "mixing board" for more possibilities - Hopefully I fan find some "go to" mixes.
I'm think all the time. I overthink sometimes. This is both good and bad. I'm the idea man when it's needed. But I'm also the worry wort as a result of overthinking everything. When a situation arises, I'm able to think about what I need to do first, but I'm also thinking ahead five steps and worrying about what I will need to do.
Gen-Z - thinks - overthinks - develops - imagines - everyday life is hard to manage - disappears into the world of old books - it is hard to be 'the last generation' - the responsibility is exhausting - Part 2
Yellow Claw was having trouble sleeping, her mind refused to stop thinking, though her eyes could barely stay open. Yellow Claw was a thinker, and she thought about many things, sometimes overthinking things to the point where nothing made sense to her anymore. One of the things that perplexed Yellow Claw was the discovery of a singing skunk. How could an animal who seemingly stunk, have a voice like an angel? Yellow Claw spent much of her time spying on the smelly, striped critter, mesmerized by the skunk’s voice. One day the skunk caught Yellow Claw unsuccessfully attempting to hide behind a tree, three times smaller than she. “Why are you hiding?”, asked the skunk. “Aren’t you supposed to smell?”, asked the enormous reptile. “Only if I’m threatened. Are you going to threaten me?”, asked the skunk. “No, I simply want to sleep. Do you have any advice or suggestions, dear skunk?”, inquired Yellow Claw. Just then, the skunk started singing a song that sounded like a lullaby. The melody was so calm and tranquil, within minutes the sleepy beast was soon a sleeping beast, drifting off to a distant dreamland, far away from any worries or concerns. Yellow Claw would learn there was more to a skunk than its smell, and forged a happy relationship with the little striped crooner that lasted a lifetime.