December 2010
4 posts
Film, En Pointe
I finally saw Black Swan today and it was nothing short of magical. Natalie Portman’s portrayal of Nina Sayers was without a doubt the best performance by any actress this year, and potentially this decade. The level of craft involved in this film was so impressive: ballet costumes by Rodarte, a thrilling score, and Portman’s unexpectedly but decidedly beautiful dancing were wrapped...
The Mighty (Stylish) Ducks
The best looking football team out there, despite what you are expecting to hear from me, is not comprised of Badgers or Packers, at least not where design is concerned. For as long as I can remember, I have loved the Oregon Ducks’ colors. But in recent years, my passion has extended beyond their intense hues. Their uniforms are beautiful; really vivid, with awesome typography (not unlike...
James Nizam
Work by Vancouver photographer James Nizam, who creates camera obscuras from empty homes.
(Via BOOOOOOOM!)
Laura Linney
After letting it slip in public earlier this week there is just no taking it back. I have a total girl crush on Laura Linney. Maybe I use this blog too much to express admiration for amazing women; oh well. Laura Linney is an actors’ actor. She chooses the best roles, both onstage and in film, and is beautiful in this amazingly real way rarely seen in an actress. If by some odd twist of fate...
