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French postcard, no. 153.
Pierre Fresnay (1897-1975) was one of the most important French stage and film actors of his era. He abandoned a career with the Comédie-Française for the challenge of the cinema, and appeared in more than sixty films, including Marius (1931), Hitchcock's first version of The Man Who Knew Too Much (1934), and Renoir’s epic La Grande Illusion (1937). From WW I he returned as a hero, but after WW II he was detained in prison while allegations of collaboration were investigated.
Pierre Fresnay was born Pierre Jules Louis Laudenbach in Paris, France in 1897. He was the son of Jean Henri Laudenbach, professor philosophy, and Désirée Claire Dietz. At 14, he made his stage debut. His uncle, the actor Claude Garry encouraged him to pursue a career in theater and film, and arranged a small role for him in L’Aigrette by Dario Niccodemi at the Theatre Rejane. This was against the wishes of his parents who had hoped he might pursue a university career. On this occasion he chose his first stage name, Pierre Vernet. In 1914, he entered the Conservatoire national de musique et de déclamation (National Conservatory of Music and Declamation in Paris), in a class with Mounet Paul and Georges Berr. Only 19, he was hired by the prestigious Comédie-Française as a pensionnaire (contract player). He had his first major theater role in Le Jeu de l'amour et du hasard (The Game of Love and Chance) in 1915. That same year he made his silent cinema debut with a small role in the patriotic drama France d'abord/First France (1915, Henri Pouctal) with André Luguet. World War I was raging, and in 1917 he enlisted as a soldier in the French Army. After the war, he returned to his career as a hero. Throughout the 1920’s, Fresnay appeared in many popular stage productions. He became a sociétaire (life member) of the Comédie-Française four years before he resigned in 1927. During the next 10 years he worked in England and the United States as well as in France. He was outstanding in the title roles in Cyrano de Bergerac (1928) and Don Juan (London, 1934). He had his greatest stage success in the title role of Marcel Pagnol’s Marius (1929). The play ran for over 500 performances.
Pierre Fresnay’s first great screen role was as Marius in the film adaptation of Pagnol’s play, Marius (1931, Alexander Korda). At Films de France, James Travers writes: “Marius offered an unembellished slice of life in the southern French port which came as a breath of fresh air to audiences of the time. What was so refreshing about the film was its total lack of artifice. The story it tells is a simple one which anyone who saw it could relate to. It deals with everyday themes - the rift between parents and their grown-up children, the pains and practicalities of falling in love, the difficulty of reconciling personal ambitions with the emotional need for love and stability.” The part established Fresnay’s reputation as a cinema actor and made him an instant matinee idol. He played Marius again in the next two parts of Marcel Pagnol's Marseilles Trilogy, Fanny (1932, Marc Allégret) featuring Orane Demazis, and César (1936, Marcel Pagnol) starring Raimu. In 1934, he played Armand Duval in La Dame aux Camelias/Lady of the Camelias (1934, Fernand Rivers, Abel Gance) at the side of Yvonne Printemps. The two married that same year. They appeared in eight films together, including the film operetta Trois Valses/Three Waltzes (1938, Ludwig Berger). Fresnay also appeared as the first-reel murder victim in Hitchcock's first version of The Man Who Knew Too Much (1934, Alfred Hitchcock) with Leslie Banks and Peter Lorre. A high point in his film career was his appearance as the young French officer opposite Erich von Stroheim in the anti-war epic La Grande Illusion/Grand Illusion (1937, Jean Renoir). James Travers: “One of the undisputed masterpieces of cinema history, La Grande illusion is a film of enduring popularity and one of the most powerful anti-war films of the Twentieth century. It stands beside Jean Renoir’s other triumph, La Regle du jeu, as one of the all-time great French films.” With the collaboration of an unknown script writer, Henri-Georges Clouzot, Fresnay directed his one and only film Le Duel/The Duel (1939, Pierre Fresnay), starring Yvonne Printemps. According to James Travers Le Duel “was a mediocre effort which was soon forgotten with the outbreak of World War Two”.
Under the Nazi occupation of France, Pierre Fresnay worked for the Franco-German film company Continental, which was closely vetted by the Germans. Fresnay appeared in a number of high quality productions, including a number of films written or directed by his close friend Henri-Georges Clouzot. These included the comedy thriller Le Dernier des Six/The Last One of the Six (1941, Georges Lacombe), where Fresnay played the part of the cool (but patient) Commissioner Wens. He reprised the role for Clouzot’s directoral debut, L’Assassin habite au 21/The Murderer Lives at Number 21 (1942, Henri-Georges Clouzot) with again the bubbling Suzy Delair as Wens’ girlfriend. Fresnay later starred in Clouzot’s most controversial film Le Corbeau/The Raven (1943, Henri-Georges Clouzot), which created such an uproar that its director was temporarily banned from making films. James Travers: “The film was banned after the war because of its perceived subversive and immoral overtones. The story was based on a real-life case which took place in the French town of Tulle in the 1920’s. The film is an excellent suspense thriller, easily in the league of Clouzot’s subsequent films of this genre (Le Salaire de la peur/The Wages of Fear (1953) and Les Diaboliques/Diabolique (1954)).”
After the war, Pierre Fresnay was detained in prison while allegations of collaboration were investigated. After being held for six weeks, he was released as a result of a lack of evidence. Despite Fresnay’s declarations that he worked in films to help save the French film industry in a period of crisis, the move damaged his popularity with the public. For the remainder of his film career, he would appear mainly in lesser roles in comparatively minor films. There are some exceptions. In 1947 he played Vincent de Paul (namesake of the Vincent de Paul Society) in Monsieur Vincent (1947, Maurice Cloche, for which he won the Volpi cup for best actor at the Venice Film Festival. Monsieur Vincent was the first French language film to win an Academy Award (in 1948). Another success was Dieu a besoin des homes/God Needs Men (1950, Jean Delannoy) with Madeleine Robinson, for which he was nominated for a BAFTA award (the British Oscar). Fresnay also portrayed Nobel Peace Prize laureate Albert Schweitzer in Il est minuit, Docteur Schweitzer/It Is Midnight Dr. Schweitzer (1952, André Haguet). In 1954, he published his memoirs, Je suis comédien (I am an actor). His last film was the comedy Les Vieux de la vieille/The Old Chaps (1960, Gilles Grangier) with Jean Gabin. Throughout his career, he had maintained that he was a stage actor first and a film actor second. The cinema had clearly less appeal to him. Pierre Fresnay continued to perform regularly on stage through to the 1960’s and 1970’s. In the early 1970’s, he appeared in a few films for television. From then on, he lived together with the French actress and singer Yvonne Printemps for the rest of his life, co-directing the Théâtre de la Michodière in Paris with her until his death in 1975. Pierre Fresnay died of respiratory problems at the age of seventy-seven at Neuilly-sur-Seine and is interred there side by side with Yvonne Printemps in the Neuilly-sur-Seine community cemetery. Before marrying Printemps he had married and divorced actresses Rachel Berendt (1917 - 1920) and Berthe Dovy (1923 – 1929). Asked how to say his name, he told The Literary Digest "I think my name is to be pronounced fray-nay. At least, it is the way I pronounce it."
Sources: James Travers (Films de France), Christian Grenier (L’encinémathèque) (French), Caroline Hanotte (CinéArtistes) (French), Hal Erickson (AllMovie), Thomas Staedeli (Cyranos), AlloCiné (French), Encyclopedia Brittanica, Wikipedia (French and English), and IMDb.
Given Jag has had almost two decades to perfect the new model, it's disappointing the F-Pace is not a benchmark. Having said that, it's still a beautifully designed and engineered SUV that has the soul of its sports car stablemates, combined with space and practicality few of its rivals can match.
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Margot: a blend of comfort, charm and elegance
Lightweight forms, pure surfaces, intelligent construction: Margot by Infiniti is a concentrate of design and practicality. This chair offers maximum comfort when required and is designed to be stackable up to a maximum of 6 pieces to save space. It is also a high-tech project, as it is made of polycarbonate using a unique gas-assisted injection moulding process.
The design by Crosera and Spadaccio, characterised by attention to detail, adds elegance and style to any room, playing with colours and transparent effects.
Handy for all situations, Margot is also characterised by the innovative transparent rubber feet, fitted on the leg in perfect harmony.
The two versions, in matte or clear polycarbonate, cater for all needs, adding a touch of personality to any room.
MARGOT IN OPAQUE POLYCARBONATE
An up-to-date, young energetic look and determined character in the polished opaque black version; in opaque white it is bright and elegant and in red it adds a touch of warmth and energy.
MARGOT IN CLEAR POLYCARBONATE
Sparkling and lively, Margot in the clear versions offers a play of colours (ice, amber, cyclamen, smoke-grey). The light passing through it creates a rainbow which, combined with the lightweight forms, pure surfaces and intelligent construction, gives it an ethereal quality.
From April 2012 the Margot chair will become part of "Infiniti Loves Romero Britto", the first collection of chairs and furniture accessories reinterpreted by the Brazilian artist Romero Britto.
The 'front door' of the swing bridge, though the main entrance was up a flight of long-gone metal steps to one of the openings on the first floor. This was probably the entrance for the coalman! Just look at the size of those stones, the size of microwaves, or larger. The holes are for the winching mechanism used to lift such heavy blocks in the days before cranes. Fabulous architecture, built for practicality and longevity!
Native America Bear Symbols:
Pragmatic and methodical the Bear is the one to call when a steady hand is needed. The Bear's practicality and level-headedness makes him/her an excellent business partner. The Bear is also gifted with an enormous heart, and a penchant for generosity. However, one might not know it as the Bear tends to be very modest, and a bit shy. In a loving environment this Native American animal symbol showers love and generosity in return. Further, the Bear has a capacity for patience which makes him/her excellent teachers and mentors.
All Sterling Silver this bear pendant is actually two layers of silver, one being the hand sawn bear and one the textured background. Surrounded by rough Turquoise, Carnelion and Bone Trade beads accented with more sterling. The length is 17" total.
Shortly about me:
It’s my passion to create stories and bring back pictures of events, people and places that are rarely seen. It’s a combination of exploration, exposition and artistry that together create a life of adventure and excitement.
In my work it is imperative for me that information be accurate and the images must be respectful of the subject and viewer. My goal is to combine creativity with practicality to capture the best possible images to document events, tell a story, meet the picture editor's deadlines.
The exhibition “Beautiful Faces of Balata” currently on show at the Church of the Ascension at the “Kaiserin Auguste Victoria Foundation” on the Mount of Olive's can be visited on a virtual tour on my website. Virtual tour of the Exhibition »
The exhibition is a project of Public Culture - Palpics, under the auspices of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and the Yafa Cultural Center (YCC) .
If you would like to know more, or even just pick my brains to discuss your project with me, please visit my homepage documentary photography or send me an Email.
It is a shame that the beautiful silver sands of the beaches at Morar at located where they are on the Scottish western coast. The climate is such that sun-bathing and building sandcastles are not realistic practicalities in the often wet and windy weather that the area experiences. Climate aside, the beaches are certainly some of the most scenic in the UK and it was this location that was chosen as the backdrop to scenes in the film Local Hero starring Burt Lancaster.
Supra Boats (@SupraBoats) just received word that the new 345 Assault CAT engine built exclusively for Supra by Indmar Marine Engines for extreme wake sports has received a 2011 Innovation Award at IBEX.
Indmar Marine Engines was honored with innovative achievement for the new Supra 345 Assault CAT engine by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and Boating Writers International (BWI). The awards ceremony took place at the 2011 International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) Innovation Awards in Louisville. Indmar received the 2011 IBEX Innovation Award during the annual IBEX Industry Breakfast at the Kentucky Exposition Center.
The Innovation Awards, organized by NMMA and judged by BWI, recognize those products that best meet the following criteria: innovative distinction from other products currently being manufactured; benefit to the marine industry and/or consumer; practicality; cost-effectiveness; and availability to the consumer within 60 days of award receipt. A total of 65 new products were entered in this year’s IBEX Innovation Awards program.
“The winners recognized at IBEX today are a testament to the ongoing commitment to boating ingenuity necessary to the future of our industry,” noted NMMA President Thom Dammrich. “It’s encouraging to see companies focus their efforts on forward-thinking solutions to help consumers and further the industry, and I’m excited to see how these products adapt in the market.”
“Wakesurfing is rapidly growing in popularity,” noted judge Brady Kay. “However, the strain on engines required proactive engineering to reduce engine failure. Indmar has a workhorse for rugged watersports.”
The first of it's kind, the 345 Assault CAT engine was developed by Indmar in cooperation with Supra Boats to perform and protect when pulling wake making sports. A specially designed air-oil separator prevents oil induction to the PCV during monster wakesurfing sessions. This Supra engine was engineered to help boat owners take full advantage of its 345 horsepower and amazing 370 ft-lbs of torque day after day on the water. Indmar along with Supra is leading wake boats to the future with a new power plant that is built for lasting performance, no matter how extreme the riding conditions.
Indmar 345 Assault CAT Standout Features
90amp alternator
Serpentine belt
Knock Sensors
Over-sized 7-quart oil pan with baffling
Precision tuned custom intake manifold
A top mount starter for protection and failure reduction
Valve train feature silent timing chain for added durability and positive inlet valve stem seals for reduced oil consumption
Composite front timing cover for noise reduction and corrosion protection
Air-Oil Separator to prevent oil induction into the PCV
Precision CNC machine billet aluminum pulleys
Stainless steel water lines, cylinder head gaskets, fuel injector tips and fuel rail for corrosion protection.
Roller valve lifters for reduced friction and improved performance.
New exhaust dumps to move water further downstream to protect the catalyst.
New injector design improves fuel injection reliability.
Visit your local Supra Boats dealer to test drive the new Indmar 345 Assault in a 2012 Supra today.
About NMMA: National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) is the leading association representing the recreational boating industry in North America. NMMA member companies produce more than 80 percent of the boats, engines, trailers, accessories and gear used by boaters and anglers throughout the U.S. and Canada. The association is dedicated to industry growth through programs in public policy advocacy, market statistics and research, product quality assurance and promotion of the boating lifestyle. For more information visit www.nmma.org.
About IBEX: IBEX is owned and produced by Professional BoatBuilder magazine and the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and is the marine industry’s largest technical trade event. For boat builders, marine industry dealers, aftermarket suppliers and buyers, designers, repairers, surveyors, and boatyard/marine operators, IBEX is the single source for the latest boatbuilding technologies, tools, and materials. For the latest information, visit IBEXShow.com.
Generously hosted by Greenwich Co-operative Development Agency, Paul Rhodes of the eponymous artisan bakery and his head baker Yann Legallais kindly gave up their day to pass bread making skills on to thirteen would-be bakers from public sector kitchens. Tracey Simmons from Pabulum Catering then spoke about the practicalities of Real Bread in a public sector catering situation.
Manufacturer: Yamato
Nationality: Japan
First assembled: December 3, 2205
Birthplace: Osaka, Japan
Engine: 3.7 L Turbocharged I4
HP: 330 BHP
0-60 7.8 Seconds
Top speed: 182.55 MPH
As Yamato's Flagship car, the Citizen promised practicality and reliability. It was simply your standard 4 door family hatchback. Then in 2205, a sport version was made to appeal to the younger consumer. The Coupe sport was a smaller 2 door sport model equipped with a single turbocharger, giving the Coupe Sport 330 BHP and a speed of 182 MPH. The Coupe sport has been a symbol on tuner culture ever since it came out. in 2207, a new gen Citizen was reveled at the Tokyo International Auto Show, and Yamato said that a new gen Coupe Sport will follow up.
I met Russell while we were standing alongside each other, watching some great aerobatics by a Pitts Special at the Temora NatFly 2013 gathering. The display naturally created a sort of “Wow, how about that?” discussion, and I finally decided, during a break in the programme, to ask if he'd be kind enough to be in my “100 Strangers” project.
Needless to say Russell agreed (or he wouldn't be here): but then the practicalities took over. We were standing in blazing sunlight, of the kind only the Australian outback can provide – and he was wearing a cap and sunglasses. I knew that I'd be in all kinds of trouble with the shadow from the cap, but I wanted to photograph him as he was rather than remove it. So I pulled out my reflector and asked him to hold it, to throw some light under his cap. It did so, but the reflector itself reflected perfectly on his sunglasses: and looked truly dreadful in the viewfinder. We tried holding it at different distances and angles, but the problem remained. Finally, a lady standing nearby offered to hold it further back, but still it showed. I decided to abandon the reflector and went to Plan B, which consisted of simply using the camera's pop-up flash to provide fill light.
Between all the fiddling with reflectors, I asked Russell for a few details. He had flown up from Mangalore (an airport just outside Melbourne) in his own light aircraft, a red RV4 which I have included in a photo below. He was participating for the entire fly-in and has been to all the NatFly events, which now have been running for 25-30 years. Thanks for your assistance Russell, I hope you like these shots of yourself and your lovely bird.
This picture is 10 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at the 100 Strangers Flickr Group page
310 Claydon Way is located in one of the finer neighborhoods of Sacramento. Having the advantage of being almost riverside, access to the American River Parkway and bicycle path is just one block from the home, providing lovely walks through incredible natural scenery and wildlife.
Year round, this beautiful neighborhood known as Wilhaggin, shows off its aesthetic pride with floral blossoms and blooms. Unlike other fine neighborhoods in the Sacramento area, Wilhaggin is mostly composed of sprawling single story dwellings. with wide streets, sidewalks and street lights.
The "ambiance" of this kind of neighborhood intention is palpable -- quietude, modest elegance, comfortable curb appeal, an abundance of mature and establish landscaping and shade trees.
Back when these houses were made in the sixties -- before magazine living lifestyle took over and replaced practicality with the discomforts of looking sharp -- strong bones and durability were time-honored architectural concepts. Pleasing oneself was more important than pleasing the neighbors, so the focus of the aesthetic addressed things like "hot summers", "colder winters" and the need for shade and light.
There were many independent builders at that time who became famous for their designs and also for their creative concepts for creating ideal settings for a river-living climate.
Among those that rose to fame, Lewis & Bristow are known for their comfortable living designs that centered around poolside appreciation. Shaped like a "U", 310 Claydon Way has three giant sliders that open up onto a giant back yard patio. The patio has roll-down awnings for late afternoon sun shade but also lends itself to an outside office or enclosed dinner-time eating.
The automated irrigation system has just been completely restored and upgraded. Other changes that have been done recently include brand new carpet, new paint and a remodeled entry way.
The grounds are fully established and mature. There are an abundance of roses and azaleas which bloom seasonally. The redwood trees on the property and surrounding the property in the backyard are invaluable for shade and beauty.
And 310 Claydon Way is loaded with all manner of little details of this nature which make it easy to maintain with a minimal amount of work. A truly beautiful home with over 3100 square feet, 310 Claydon way has been called "Shangri La" and has particularly great appeal to a buyer who loves outdoor living as much as indoor living.
BASIC DETAILS:
2 car garage
It's a four bedroom home with the following breakdown:
2 bedrooms
Gigantic master suite with walk in closet
a fully functioning 15' x 22' sky-lighted with bay windows live/work studio suite or playroom nursery (wet bar sink in studio and giant bathroom with shower).
Pool
Established landscaping and strategically placed and invaluable Sequoia trees.
House-wide vacuuming system.
Attic exhaust fan system and shade awnings.
Built in cabinetry throughout.
The Ford Tri-Motor, affectionately known as the "Tin Goose," was the largest civil aircraft in America when it started passenger service on August 2, 1926, with Stout Air Services. The aircraft's all-metal, corrugated aluminum construction and the prestigious Ford name made it immediately popular with passengers and airline operators. Noisy but reliable, the Ford played a major role in convincing the public of the safety and practicality of air travel.
The 5-AT, a more powerful version of the earlier 4-AT, was powered by three Pratt & Whitney Wasp radial engines and entered service in 1928.
The Museum's Ford Tri-Motor was restored by American Airlines.
The comparison between a pair of cargo shorts attached to a wall with duct tape and a banana fastened to a wall is quite intriguing! Here are a few reasons why some might find the cargo shorts more appealing:
1. Practicality: Cargo shorts are functional and can be worn, offering pockets and durability. A banana, on the other hand, is perishable and has a limited lifespan.
2. Durability: Cargo shorts are made to last, often from tough materials like ripstop fabric. A banana will eventually rot, making it a temporary piece of art.
3. Humor and Commentary: While Maurizio Cattelan's banana artwork, "Comedian," was a provocative commentary on the art world, using cargo shorts could be seen as a humorous twist, poking fun at the original concept while adding a layer of practicality.
Ultimately, the value and appeal of art are subjective, and what one person finds amusing or meaningful, another might not.
Source: Conversation with Copilot, 11/28/2024
Shortly about me:
It’s my passion to create stories and bring back pictures of events, people and places that are rarely seen. It’s a combination of exploration, exposition and artistry that together create a life of adventure and excitement.
In my work it is imperative for me that information be accurate and the images must be respectful of the subject and viewer. My goal is to combine creativity with practicality to capture the best possible images to document events, tell a story, meet the picture editor's deadlines.
The exhibition “Beautiful Faces of Balata” currently on show at the Church of the Ascension at the “Kaiserin Auguste Victoria Foundation” on the Mount of Olive's can be visited on a virtual tour on my website. Virtual tour of the Exhibition »
The exhibition is a project of Public Culture - Palpics, under the auspices of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and the Yafa Cultural Center (YCC) .
If you would like to know more, or even just pick my brains to discuss your project with me, please visit my homepage documentary photography or send me an Email.
The Church of the Ascension at the "Kaiserin Auguste Victoria Foundation" on the Mount of Olives - together with our Center for Pilgrims and Tourists and the famous "Café Auguste Victoria".
It was built in 1907-1910, and named after Empress Augusta Victoria, the wife of German Kaiser Wilhelm II. Today it is an Arab Hospital.
The Christian community of Jerusalem has always been multi-ethnic, diverse and multi-lingual. Here, you will find Greeks and Armenians, Syrians, Coptic Christians from Egypt, Ethiopians, Maronites with Lebanese background, Orthodox Russians, Palestinians, and Hebrew Christians praying side by side. As a German speaking Protestant Church, we are a vital part of the ecumenical landscape of Christian churches in Jerusalem.
Shortly about me:
It’s my passion to create stories and bring back pictures of events, people and places that are rarely seen. It’s a combination of exploration, exposition and artistry that together create a life of adventure and excitement.
In my work it is imperative for me that information be accurate and the images must be respectful of the subject and viewer. My goal is to combine creativity with practicality to capture the best possible images to document events, tell a story, meet the picture editor's deadlines.
The exhibition “Beautiful Faces of Balata” currently on show at the Church of the Ascension at the “Kaiserin Auguste Victoria Foundation” on the Mount of Olive's can be visited on a virtual tour on my website. Virtual tour of the Exhibition »
The exhibition is a project of Public Culture - Palpics, under the auspices of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and the Yafa Cultural Center (YCC) .
If you would like to know more, or even just pick my brains to discuss your project with me, please visit my homepage documentary photography or send me an Email.
Day 61
I got this new shirt with some christmas money I had hangin around. I am quite happy with its comfort and practicality.
Back In Chicago for a full day of class and work tomorrow.
Lloyd Hotel & Cultural Embassy www.lloydhotel.com/ is an interesting building with a lot of history (started as emigrant’s hotel, then as a prison & and then artist workshops) and is a good example of preservation rather than demolition. The rooms are equipped with furniture from famous contemporary Dutch artists and for the bathrooms they came up with these incredible fold-away bathrooms in the middle of the room.
The most important ideal to me with any party favor is practicality. I want the guests to leave with something they will use and maybe be inspired. My original idea for this one was to fold the washcloths into diapers and mold the soaps like little butts. I couldn't find a "butt mold" anywhere so I settled for a heart (close enough, right!) The washcloths, crocheted with "Sugar and Cream" cotton Yarn were to bulky as diapers around the little hearts so I just created little "Bundles of Love"
The soaps are handmade, some glycerine with lavender oil and buds, some goats milk soap with oatmeal.
The wedding yesterday was brilliant, the whole wedding party walked through Ely for photographs in the park with the beautiful Ely cathedral in the background and shire horses in the fields. The only downside was the shoes I was wearing. If I had known I would be doing so much walking I wouldn't have worn a pair of shoes that hurt me when I tried them on in the shop! I always go for looks over practicality when it comes to shoes and today I still haven't fully regained feeling in my feet!
South African Railways Steam Preservation Association 9mm Scale NG6A Under Construction with Sit-In Cab Weatherproofing and robust Walschearts Valve Gear.
Not strictly to original design (hence the "NG6A") but the locomotive has been designed for practicality and continuous, heavy haulage in ALL weathers.
Constructed as a Minimum-Gauge Narrow Gauge Steam Locomotive rather than just a miniature model steam locomotive it will pull mixed prototypical SAR Rolling stock - freight and enclosed passenger cars - on a working 100% SAR NG Miniature Steam Railway.
Despite the modifications, one can still clearly see that it is an NG6 Lawley.
Loco Width: 30" Height: 46.5"
Make any room a relaxed lounge by day and a cozy bedroom by night. Triumph Foldable Sofa cum bed’s stunning look has life-improving practicality. The smart sofa easily transforms into a sumptuously comfortable bed. Its cloud-like, soft mattress invites you to sink right in! This versatile sofa cum bed is the equivalent of a small double bed and has a generous, supportive Premium HD foam filling for added comfort and durability. Its compact proportions also make it ideal for the space-challenged rooms in your house.
Make your new Triumph Foldable Sofa cum bed the centerpiece of any space. Its sleek look will turn heads and be pivotal to space's vibe and style. Elevate your living room or even your bedroom with this modern, minimalism-inspired convertible sofa cum bed mattress. And the best part? This beautiful sofa cum bed is available in 5 vibrant colours options-Blue, Brown, L. Brown, Maroon, and Peacock Blue, to liven up any decor!
Armenian Orthodox Christmas mass and procession inside the Church of the Nativity in the West Bank town of Bethlehem January 18, 2011. Church services and ceremonies are conducted in the Cathedral of Nativity all night long and until the next day.
Shortly about me:
It’s my passion to create stories and bring back pictures of events, people and places that are rarely seen. It’s a combination of exploration, exposition and artistry that together create a life of adventure and excitement.
In my work it is imperative for me that information be accurate and the images must be respectful of the subject and viewer. My goal is to combine creativity with practicality to capture the best possible images to document events, tell a story, meet the picture editor's deadlines.
The exhibition “Beautiful Faces of Balata” currently on show at the Church of the Ascension at the “Kaiserin Auguste Victoria Foundation” on the Mount of Olive's can be visited on a virtual tour on my website. Virtual tour of the Exhibition »
The exhibition is a project of Public Culture - Palpics, under the auspices of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and the Yafa Cultural Center (YCC) .
If you would like to know more, or even just pick my brains to discuss your project with me, please visit my homepage documentary photography or send me an Email.
Ayesha Al Quds cordially invited to participate in its launching event, the “Jerusalem Ka3ek Festival” on Sunday October 23rd 2011 at Dar il Tiffel School in Sheikh Jarrah.
Shortly about me:
It’s my passion to create stories and bring back pictures of events, people and places that are rarely seen. It’s a combination of exploration, exposition and artistry that together create a life of adventure and excitement.
In my work it is imperative for me that information be accurate and the images must be respectful of the subject and viewer. My goal is to combine creativity with practicality to capture the best possible images to document events, tell a story, meet the picture editor's deadlines.
The exhibition “Beautiful Faces of Balata” currently on show at the Church of the Ascension at the “Kaiserin Auguste Victoria Foundation” on the Mount of Olive's can be visited on a virtual tour on my website. Virtual tour of the Exhibition »
The exhibition is a project of Public Culture - Palpics, under the auspices of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and the Yafa Cultural Center (YCC) .
If you would like to know more, or even just pick my brains to discuss your project with me, please visit my homepage documentary photography or send me an Email.
The Run-About Toddler Daysack is not just a cute bag for kids. There is a whole lot of practicality hidden in that little design. The removable safety rein attaches to the top of the pack to give them the independence they want and you the reassurance you need. There is enough room in each pack to hold nappies, snacks, wipes and those beloved toys that you can’t leave home without. Available online LittleLife Website
Modern Seamless Surfaces That Will Transform Your Space.
Our decorative concrete coatings dramatically enhance the appearance and value to your home or business. Whether you own a home, hotel, condo, or business, count on Alternative Surfaces for long lasting beauty and reliability.
From blueprint to reality, we deliver a full-service approach that blends texture, color and a durable finishes, creating the look and atmosphere you desire. Where passion meets practicality, Alternative Surfaces offers the tools, creative vision and technological expertise to propel your design imagination to new heights. Create ambiance through innovative surface styles. Leave a bold, lasting impression. Unleash your inner artist with limitless creative freedom.
This beautiful Georgian style home offers elegance as well as practicality.A long winding drive is warm and inviting.This unique home has both open areas for gathering of friends and family, as well as secluded nooks for privacy.Surrounded by the spectacular Cardinal course of the Country Club of North Carolina, this property is your own golf oasis that sits on 5+acres with large lawn areas and expansive trees, shrubs and flowers.
The many living areas range from the expansive back porch that stretches over the entire back of the house to the more secluded master private porch and the second story balcony. The living areas can be as formal or as casual as you like.The formal dining are, living room and foyer are great areas to entertain many guests.On the casual side, the upstairs media room is a great place to bundle up and relax. The screened porch off the kitchen eating area also is another space that feels cozy and relaxing.The back porch takes advantage of the gorgeous view, offering a covered living area to a quaint eating area and a screened porch with slate flooring.This is truly one of Pinehurst's most beautiful and exquisite homes.**)48hour notice to view property. According to CCNC, buyer must be a member of club prior to closing.
Offered by Parker Dunahay, HSP Realty Group . 910-235-0355 or 800-252-6815 Parker@ParkerDunahay.com www.ParkerDunahay.com
310 Claydon Way is located in one of the finer neighborhoods of Sacramento. Having the advantage of being almost riverside, access to the American River Parkway and bicycle path is just one block from the home, providing lovely walks through incredible natural scenery and wildlife.
Year round, this beautiful neighborhood known as Wilhaggin, shows off its aesthetic pride with floral blossoms and blooms. Unlike other fine neighborhoods in the Sacramento area, Wilhaggin is mostly composed of sprawling single story dwellings. with wide streets, sidewalks and street lights.
The "ambiance" of this kind of neighborhood intention is palpable -- quietude, modest elegance, comfortable curb appeal, an abundance of mature and establish landscaping and shade trees.
Back when these houses were made in the sixties -- before magazine living lifestyle took over and replaced practicality with the discomforts of looking sharp -- strong bones and durability were time-honored architectural concepts. Pleasing oneself was more important than pleasing the neighbors, so the focus of the aesthetic addressed things like "hot summers", "colder winters" and the need for shade and light.
There were many independent builders at that time who became famous for their designs and also for their creative concepts for creating ideal settings for a river-living climate.
Among those that rose to fame, Lewis & Bristow are known for their comfortable living designs that centered around poolside appreciation. Shaped like a "U", 310 Claydon Way has three giant sliders that open up onto a giant back yard patio. The patio has roll-down awnings for late afternoon sun shade but also lends itself to an outside office or enclosed dinner-time eating.
The automated irrigation system has just been completely restored and upgraded. Other changes that have been done recently include brand new carpet, new paint and a remodeled entry way.
The grounds are fully established and mature. There are an abundance of roses and azaleas which bloom seasonally. The redwood trees on the property and surrounding the property in the backyard are invaluable for shade and beauty.
And 310 Claydon Way is loaded with all manner of little details of this nature which make it easy to maintain with a minimal amount of work. A truly beautiful home with over 3100 square feet, 310 Claydon way has been called "Shangri La" and has particularly great appeal to a buyer who loves outdoor living as much as indoor living.
BASIC DETAILS:
2 car garage
It's a four bedroom home with the following breakdown:
2 bedrooms
Gigantic master suite with walk in closet
a fully functioning 15' x 22' sky-lighted with bay windows live/work studio suite or playroom nursery (wet bar sink in studio and giant bathroom with shower).
Pool
Established landscaping and strategically placed and invaluable Sequoia trees.
House-wide vacuuming system.
Attic exhaust fan system and shade awnings.
Built in cabinetry throughout.
Bike trailers are fun. They're probably the best way to carry stuff around the lanes and streets of Oxford, and what's more they aren't as expensive as you'd think. This one is £159 at Oxford Cycle Workshop, and features:
Day-to-day practicality make this a really useful addition to any bike around town
Double handle design makes transporting items away from the bike as easy as it is on the bike
Simple fitting system works with any bike and features a towball design for ease of attachment
The folding frame means easy storage when packed flat
Durable zero-hassle mag-style wheels
Reflector and flag included for added visibility
Tough rigid box-bag is water resistant, removable and has an elastic mesh for added external storage capacity
Overall weight is 8.5 kg complete
Maximum cargo weight 60 LBS
16 inch wheel
The TMYP continues to impress us with its mix of performance and practicality, making it the ultimate daily for the enthusiast market.
F: 20x9 ET25 w/ 255/40/20
R: 20x10 ET35 w/ 275/40/20
For more information, contact our sales team at 714-442-7916 or sales@velocitymotoring.com.
Here’s some more pics of my Generation Girl Mari custom. In the back of my mind I’ve wanted to a modern take on all the characters but that’s far too much money to spend on dolls with sculpts that’s barely been used just for me to strip and reroot.
But here’s what a taste of that might be. I really wanted to lean into Mari still having two toned hair like her original doll, but since fashion trends have changed, her original look NOW is a bit…. expected for “the asian” character in a doll line and that it probably wouldn’t be something an American corporation would market to girls.
So Mari still has dyed hair but in softer colours to take into consideration of the counterculture looks of Japanese fashion but also something you might find in a modern fashion doll while her make up is also inspired by such trends.
And I tried to find her clothes that still has a bit of fun and practicality to it like her original look but underscored with a black crop tank top to still give it some edge too.
Anyway it’d be nice if I could do more but of course my favourite characters have the least utilised sculpts….
Bar ends are as fashionable as mullet haircuts these days, but they have never lost their practicality. Just the job for when settling into a long uphill slog like this one.
This classic illusion was invented by British music hall performer Fred Culpitt (1877 – 1944) circa 1927 and quickly became popular worldwide due to its practicality and deceptiveness; it remains popular to the present day. The doll house is opened and shown to be empty (the magician often removes the toy furniture in the process of displaying the house). However, when the door is closed, the roof immediately pops open in the center and a full-sized (generally adult) female doll too large to have been hidden within the empty doll house steps out.
See the Doll's House Illusion in Magic! a new exhibition exploring the history of this secret art with fascinating artifacts and mesmerizing live performances.
Learn more about the exhibition; Click here.
Magic! will be on display at HMNS through Sept. 6, 2010.
Photo by Tom DuBrock.
Shortly about me:
It’s my passion to create stories and bring back pictures of events, people and places that are rarely seen. It’s a combination of exploration, exposition and artistry that together create a life of adventure and excitement.
In my work it is imperative for me that information be accurate and the images must be respectful of the subject and viewer. My goal is to combine creativity with practicality to capture the best possible images to document events, tell a story, meet the picture editor's deadlines.
The exhibition “Beautiful Faces of Balata” currently on show at the Church of the Ascension at the “Kaiserin Auguste Victoria Foundation” on the Mount of Olive's can be visited on a virtual tour on my website. Virtual tour of the Exhibition »
The exhibition is a project of Public Culture - Palpics, under the auspices of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and the Yafa Cultural Center (YCC) .
If you would like to know more, or even just pick my brains to discuss your project with me, please visit my homepage documentary photography or send me an Email.
Anvil shooter Tim Ryan explains practical reasons for anvil shoots -- however, I've forgotten any of the practical ones. Practicalities aside, the primary reason to blow up an anvil is to watch a hundred pound slap of metal fly into the air.
32/52 Motion Bkur - over halfway through my self-set challenge and off to meet up with my accomplice, Sue (a.k.a. www.flickr.com/photos/46534600@N06/ ) for lunch today. I'm wondering if I should consider a 365 project next year, but the practicalities of juggling real life and keeping up with a 365 seem a bit daunting.
This is inspired by the vibrant, fun motion blur/panning shots, taken in supermarkets, of my brilliant contact Kevin, a.k.a. the Disgruntled Baker www.flickr.com/photos/disgruntledbaker/ . Not quite as I'd intended, nor as good as his, but not disappointed with it either as I was using my iPhone (I've found I have much more control over the background when you shoot motion blur with a DSLR or P&S, but doing that in your average English supermarket is pretty much a non-starter).
Thank you for any comments and/or favourites - I always appreciate them. Apologies for not being able to reciprocate at the moment. You can also visit me at www.facebook.com/LyndaHPhotography where I'll be posting images of our time in Italy and England.
This is our 1940s-vintage O'Keefe and Merritt stove. We purchased the gas range around 2003 when we remodeled our kitchen. It added a lot of style to the kitchen, and we got many compliments on it. After using it for 10 years, however, we are reluctantly getting a new gas range with a larger oven--practicality wins out over looks this time.
The Ford Tri-Motor, affectionately known as the "Tin Goose," was the largest civil aircraft in America when it started passenger service on August 2, 1926, with Stout Air Services. The aircraft's all-metal, corrugated aluminum construction and the prestigious Ford name made it immediately popular with passengers and airline operators. Noisy but reliable, the Ford played a major role in convincing the public of the safety and practicality of air travel.
Yoga for Weight Loss Yoga Workout w/ Michelle Goldstein (30 minute) youtu.be/Vxsy-LAW9AE www.youtube.com/watch?v=yUtK7v3dsr0 This power yoga workout yoga for weight loss class is an excellent full body workout with an emphasis on twists, shoulder openers and backbends, working into locust pose (shalabasana), bow pose (danurasana) and wheel (urdvha danurasana). If you like this class, the above link will take you to an hour version of the video! This well rounded power yoga practice also includes plenty of vinyasa and standing poses to keep your heart moving and body working. Led by renowned Los Angeles Yoga teacher, Michelle Goldstein of Heart Alchemy Yoga, this yoga workout is certain to inspire your practice. Michelle brings a simple practicality to her instruction that results in a safe and easy to understand yoga workout. This vinyasa flow is intended to open the chakras, while improving strength, coordinated breathing, flexibility, stamina, awareness and relaxation. About Michelle Goldstein: Michelle has maintained a daily yoga practice for 16 years. Micgelle has studied and practiced with many inspiring teachers including Max Strom, Saul David Raye, Bryan Kest of Santa Monica Power Yoga, Erich Schiffman, Annie Carpenter, Vinnie Marino, & Jerome Mercier. Michelle has been teaching yoga flow and meditation for over 10 years and leads workshops, immersions & retreats worldwide as well as teaching at Santa Monica Power Yoga & Equinox Fitness Clubs. Known for her creative vinyasas (sequences of yoga asana) and pranayama, Michelle Goldstein's teaching integrates influences from various forms of movement and meditation set to powerfully inspiring backdrops of music. Approaching instruction with a deep spiritual reverence for the sacredness of yoga coupled with a joyous playful sense of humor, Michelle's classes offer a safe, nurturing and challenging environment for students to come and explore their mental and physical boundaries. Check out the rest of our yoga videos: Five Tibetan Rites with John Goltermanhttps://youtu.be/nnNJoRLJG9E Power Yoga for Weight Loss youtu.be/yUtK7v3dsr0 Strong Yoga For Beginners Workout youtu.be/xglmLhDppmo Meditative Bhakti Yoga Flow youtu.be/mQnAvEbDNPg Bhakti Yoga Workout youtu.be/AHMO0Ja0XC4 Cardio Yoga Workout youtu.be/hy-qss2Takg Yoga Workout 1 hour Yoga For Weight Loss youtu.be/yUtK7v3dsr0 Power Yoga Flow youtu.be/XpGnuK_u4gQ Bhakti Yoga Class youtu.be/K9scEzgir-8 Yoga for Beginners youtu.be/EaKZ3Xtxf5A Mindfulness Meditation youtu.be/2K-ZcAgka2g Gentle Yin Yoga Full Class youtu.be/Z3AlyD1CIJw Bhakti Yoga flow heart opening yoga workout with Kumi Yogini youtu.be/onS6uq94NHw Bhakti yoga class yoga flow with Kumi Yogini ॐ youtu.be/K9scEzgir-8 bhakti yoga class with Kumi Yogini youtu.be/ch4CEW-vEoc Advanced Yoga Workout - Inversions, Hand Stand, Core Work youtu.be/KbLVYpQ74Zo Bhakti Yoga Flow youtu.be/KvhIvZyemtI Inspired Yoga Workout with Breathwork youtu.be/_wG5hEBrMJQ Strong beginners Yoga Workout with JQ Williams youtu.be/vQdOhTKfEt8 Bhakti Yoga flow yoga workout youtu.be/VPmOF99bBHg Beginners Yoga Flow 2015 youtu.be/Dva-ThUN6Ww Bhakti Yoga Flow with Kumi Yogini 2015 youtu.be/onS6uq94NHw Yoga for Beginners Level 1 yoga workout youtu.be/f2sIjOHFZuU Yoga Flow youtu.be/YKVhB4TxuwU 40 Minute Yin Yoga Class youtu.be/O_Vg-j5lkuA Strong Power Yoga Flow youtu.be/UwJFpTRXI-g Yoga flow daily recharge total body workout youtu.be/LiTlpC0RU6Q Strong Power Yoga Flow youtu.be/Ua10v6kw27c 30 Minute Power Yoga Flow with Twists for detox youtu.be/Sy25cbDGqBM 30 Minute Daily Yoga Flow for weight loss youtu.be/Vc4u04a5A4o Yoga for Beginners youtu.be/3gWJBgAIXwg Sun Salutations (Surya A Surya B) youtu.be/GHGU18zg4rs Click below to subscribe to our channel: youtube.com/heartalchemyyoga Our Sites www.heartalchemyyoga.com plus.google.com/+HeartAlchemyYoga facebook.com/heartalchemyyoga instagram.com/travlinyogini twitter.com/travlinyogini www.pinterest.com/travlinyogini www.michellegoldsteinyoga.com
The 1933 Ford Tudor Sedan is an iconic classic car, celebrated for its stylish design, which often serves as a popular basis for hot rod customizations while retaining its classic charm. Originally part of the Ford Model 40 lineup, the two-door sedan combined practicality with a distinctive silhouette.
Classic Car Show 2025 Nostalgia Street Rods Private Collection Las Vegas
Photo: TDelCoro
November 8, 2025
Maclaren has teamed up with acclaimed fashion accessories designer Lulu Guinness to produce this Special Edition buggy. Using the chassis and function of the lightweight and easy to use Maclaren Quest, the buggy has Black & White Butterflies Includes Raincover And Footmuff
The offers the practicalities of 4 seat positions, footrest, basket, hood and PVC raincover with the chic flair that only a fashion designer can bring to a pushchair. There’s even a matching changing bag with mat, sold separately.
The collaboration between Lulu (who"s a mother of two) and Maclaren is a buggy that"s fashionable, fun and eye-catching while still putting the practical needs of parents first. Lulu comments "You need something bright and cheery after the lack of sleep that goes with having small children, so I wanted this buggy to be fun and lively".
* Sturdy, aeronautical-quality aluminum frame
* 5-point safety harness for maximum security
* One-handed, compact umbrella fold
* Foot-operated parking brakes
* Carry strap for easy portability
* Ergonomically optimized, foam insulated handles
* Handy mesh shopping basket
* Reflective accents for night time safety
* Adjustable leg support
* Height adjustable shoulder harness
* 4 position reclining seat
* Suitable from 3 months - 15kg (approx 3 years)
Maclaren Lulu Guiness Quest buggy
Shortly about me:
It’s my passion to create stories and bring back pictures of events, people and places that are rarely seen. It’s a combination of exploration, exposition and artistry that together create a life of adventure and excitement.
In my work it is imperative for me that information be accurate and the images must be respectful of the subject and viewer. My goal is to combine creativity with practicality to capture the best possible images to document events, tell a story, meet the picture editor's deadlines.
The exhibition “Beautiful Faces of Balata” currently on show at the Church of the Ascension at the “Kaiserin Auguste Victoria Foundation” on the Mount of Olive's can be visited on a virtual tour on my website. Virtual tour of the Exhibition »
The exhibition is a project of Public Culture - Palpics, under the auspices of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and the Yafa Cultural Center (YCC) .
If you would like to know more, or even just pick my brains to discuss your project with me, please visit my homepage documentary photography or send me an Email.
Generously hosted by Greenwich Co-operative Development Agency, Paul Rhodes of the eponymous artisan bakery and his head baker Yann Legallais kindly gave up their day to pass bread making skills on to thirteen would-be bakers from public sector kitchens. Tracey Simmons from Pabulum Catering then spoke about the practicalities of Real Bread in a public sector catering situation.
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Took me a while to upload because I was out of town and wicked busy, but there's a nice outfit for a warm fall day!
Sunglasses: I bought them in an Icelandic drugstore.
Headphones: Belong to my husband. He was going on a long flight and traded with me since mine are less bulky. Not very stylish, but I had no place to put them other than around my neck.
iPod case: Incase! I get a lot of compliments on it.
Shirt: Second hand
Scarf: Elli Star boutique in W. Lebanon, NH
Pants: H&M
Shoes: Payless
(Oh yes, I know the bag around my torso adds nothing to the outfit, but the bag itself is cute and I am a slave to public transportation and so, practicality occasionally must trump fashionability!)
Gaye: "I just knew that we'd get our big break. After NewsCenter 4 interviewed us during the holidays, I thought we'd be millionaires with everybody wanting to know the secrets of our powerful hairdos. But when everything calmed down, I got a little dejected. That's over!"
Amalia: "Now, the fact that we're starting our fashion/entertainment/lifestyle series on NewsCenter 4 is so awesome!"
"And now that it's almost St. Patrick's Day and Easter-time, there'll be such demand for our inventions--especially this new one: Year-Round Holiday Hair Hats!!! We're not seasonal, we're all day long!"
Gaye: "Imagine: people--female and male--will be able to have great hair, a nice hat, and do things like put their pets on top and just go out and about!"
"Who would have thought that Buster would be such a sweet dog that he'd be so content to rest on the top of my head? People will realize: No need for pet-sitters now!"
Amalia: "Or that Mittens would lap up her milk from the bowl right here on top of my hat?"
"Beauty and practicality--you can't beat that!"