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oh man, my new home rocks 8D it's so big and excellent. I mean, our room--we get the master bedroom--so it's got it's own little flight of stairs leading directly to the door, we have a full bathroom attached (shower, Hyoooge bath, beautiful sink, etc. We also have a walk in closet--and a "window bench" which is awesome--we're going to lavish it with pillows and books 8D and three large windows that light up the room. Gooorgeous! My studio--is almost better! Wait, what? that's right! My studio 8D in the biggest room of the house--massive room--with more huge windows taller than me letting in natural light from one wall. It's perfect.
Hardwood floors--real hardwood--not laminate. 4 level spit--as soon as I unpack my camera, I'll take photos 8D it's the nicest house I've lived in yet!
I'm happy to boast that it's a better house than both my mother's AND my father's house :'D haha!
Gaise, I love my life :']
Anyways, here, ( a WIP--coloring with my new 144 set of copics 8D )
and now, I shall leave you with some censored entertainment:
Happy Canada day, chumps! ;U <3
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Moving on sunday! dude, it's so soon 8D I can't wait to be in the new house. I don't know why I've grown to love moving so much 8] but it's exciting.
In other news, if you haven't already, you should join the monkeys lunch forums: http://monkeyslunch.com/forum/index.php awesome art forum started by awesome art college students. Sign up and post art, you freaks.
( art )
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What an awful dream. I woke Sean up at 3:30 in the morning for some assurance and snuggles after the imagery that disturbed me with.
The nightmare went like this:
I was downstairs of the house I lived in when I was in Kitimat--with this white, short-haired cat. The kind of white cat with two different colored eyes. Apparently, that's supposed to mean deafness--but this cat wasn't deaf.
For some reason, I knew this cat was something horrible--and as it darted off, I went in search after it. I went upstairs into the living room--and a few seconds later, it was in the room with me. I don't remember what I wanted to do with it--or what I could do with it. I just knew it wasn't good that he was in our house.
In this dream, my mom and dad were still married and living together. They were off to a dinner for two or something, so it was just me and my brother in the house.
And as I stared at this cat, I heard my brother fumbling up the stairs. I looked over the railing to see him crawling--trying to painfully drag himself up--his face twisted in pain and fear. I didn't know what was wrong--but it was a horrible feeling to see him like that.
I looked back to the cat, and he told me that my brother was a dead child--as Patrick finally made it up the stairs and rolled onto his back in front of me and behind the cat. It was like he was trying to cry--but couldn't for some reason. He said his throat was burning like there was "acid" in it. And the cat looked at me--almost smiling.
I looked back at the cat and asked, "my parents aren't coming back home, are they?" And the cat shook his head. At that point, I began to cry.
My brother was still writhing--looking to me for help and all I could do was stand up, still bawling, and tell him to stay there while I went to my room--since there was nothing I could do. I can't really describe the expression on his face, but it tore through me--and I told him I loved him so much--before I was finally able to jar myself awake.
What an epic mind-fuck. Man, that was the worse dream I had in a long, long time. I'm definitely calling my brother tonight.
I was happy to roll over and see Sean lying there--he gave me hugs and comforts, and I kinda cried silently like a baby D; I hadn't cried after a dream like that in forever. It was like something from a horror movie. It was awful.
That's the last time I chew caffeinated gum before bed. Because if you don't think caffine can give you a "bad trip" I think I just proved everyone wrong D8
Mindfuck mindfuck mindfuck.
Never getting a white cat either D;
In other news, a light hearted video of an awesome lottery commercial to put me--and you in a better mood :']
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blleeeghghghg.
I'm the only person I know who has a negative emotion that induces nausea and the inability to move properly.
It's like--nervous, angry, sick, annoyed, hyper.... Nasah for short. That what this emotion will now be called. Nasah. I'm glad to have a name for it :']
Wtf, hormones? Wtf. Or is it nerves? I dunno D8 I'm a woman, it's impossible to know for sure.
( have art. )
I feel so epicly uncomfortable right now :
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what's up gaise? Yous never talk to me anymore :< *pouty face pout-pout*
Haha :] anyways. I've been tying to keep up with the livejournal updating. Nothing incredibly interesting has been happening. Sean purchased a 72D set of copics 8D can't wait for those to come in. Anticipate marker work. Once I get my next paycheck, I'd like to get another set of 72A markers to accompany that 72D set :]
Also, in anticipation to moving to out awesome new home, the house is slowly looking more and more like we're actually about to go somewhere 8D; seeing as moving day is like...14 days away, we're a little..uh late--with the packing. Har har har.
In the mean time, I've been mulling over the idea of doing an illustrated short novel.
Like--a novel that's in a story-book kind of format. Like Brom's Plucker--for those of you that know it. Those who don't: http://www.theplucker.com/
That'll require a lot of art. D8 but before art, it'll require an actual story.
I don't know--how many of you guys would actually be interested in that kind of thing? I know it'd be fun as hell to do either way 8D
so, I started writing. I need editors that know stuff about grammar. Because I don't know stuff about grammar. I replace proper punctuation with the use of dashes--yeah, like that :<
So anyone who wants to, it'd be awesome if you could comment with your opinions and advices so far plz 8D
( first draft in progress :9 )
Also, here, have a ( sketch of Bird )
Ps: Kyvie, that Russian Lullaby you pimped out earlier has been repeating on my music player since this morning D8!
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So lately, nothings been happening at all.
I got to see my parents for a very short while this week--which was nice :]
Also got to see my baby, Oliver--who hasn't forgotten me yet! If familiars were real, that cat would definitely be mine. When I'm there, she's never away from my side--and loves to sit on my shoulders all day while I go about doing what ever I'm doing. But if I'm occupied with something, she'll patiently sit/lay beside me and wait for me to beckon her again to come back to my lap or shoulder. What a sweet cat.
Strays are by far better than actual purchased cats. :] so affectionate.
I finally get to take her back home with me once we move into our new how at the end of the month <3 such joy! I just hope she and Sophie (Tori's cat) get along :9
anyways, aside from that, things have been swell.
I finally completed a long over due commission:
The poor commissioner had to wait a little over a month after payment for this thing to be completed. I feel pretty bad as I've never left a commission to drag so long like that D;
Needless to say, I hope the wait was worth it for her ;[ I won't be doing traditional commissions again for a while after this :9 it's just not very efficient. It costs more, takes longer, and never looks as impressive upon being uploaded online. I'm not as comfortable doing traditional work for pay as I am digital art.
That being said, I am still very open for digital commissions if anyone's interested :]
Alright, I'm off :] ciao chumps and chumpettes! <3
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Well, I love my job.
The customers are great! They give me ice cream, cake, hot chocolates, and on one rainy day, one offered me his raincoat as I was on my way out to go home.
Seriously, I haven't had a single asshat customer yet. It's amazing! Considering the fact that I'm used to Movie Expert customers. Who were all asshats. Haha <3
I love working at a movie store.
( And now for some related art and ramble )
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It's been a little while since I've posted last.
I don't know, not much to report I guess.
Works been going alright :9 still not my cup of tea, but it'll probably be as close as I can get until I graduate from school D8
Today, I saved two bumblebees <3
Tori told me they had been trapped in or screened off porch for a couple of days--and that they couldn't fly. They did appear to be in a rather bleak situation...which made me sad D: I love bumblebees.
After a bit of brooding over my fuzzy, fallen comrades, I decided to take them out and put them on flowers so they can get some sun.
Well, it turns out that sun was all they needed. After about ten minutes, they both flew away as if nothing has ever happened! :D
Happy ending!
Now, there's a big, ugly wasp trapped in there D:< and I'm not even touching that thing.
anyhow, ( new art! )
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Man 8D
I've pretty much scored myself a job at the Redd Skull comic store. Possibly another job at Comic Kazi as well. 8D I've got comic stores coming out the ying yang.
Then today, we looked out houses, and the boys are making an offer on a really nice one right now as I type this. With luck, they'll come back telling me that we've got a place to move permanently by the end of the month 8D
Also, while we were all out having delicious dinner, Sean got a call on his cellphone saying we won the cruise we entered a raffle for while we were at the Calgary Comic Expo last weekend.
Seriously, people actually win those raffle things? I never actually thought so 8D;
So now, we're looking forward to all you can eat free, 24-7 for a week while sailing the warm blue ocean towards the Bahamas.
Pretty awesome 8D
Life is great.
Here, have a shabby sketch.
Tal.
PS: thank god for clean, albeit not anal nor scary roommates <3 you gaise rock.
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So yay, things are finally starting to slow down in Mandyland. Which is nice. Still got a portfolio to complete, and a job to find--but I've finished school, moved in, and a few other things. So I'm relatively content :]
I also managed to finish that current WIP:
( Yoon's Throne )
I've got absolutely nooo cash--like, my account is at 10 cents. Not even kidding 8D; so I've gotta hit up a few comic stores for resumes...Or art supply stores would be nice too. Hopefully someone around will take pity on me and my little resumes and pay for my slavery.
I'm out 8D chow!
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oh man, this week since friday (friday's the new monday now, k?) has been completely topsy turvy for me as I try to assimilate myself into a completely new life style for the second time in less than a year. I've pretty much moved into Sean's howse with the tori, andrew, and justin team :9 It's definitely interesting, and a little more shaky for me than I initially thought it would be, but I'll get use to it fast. I mean, I've done this kind of severe lifestyle change before, and once I get into the groove of things, it'll be awesome. Change is good.
The guys have this aromatherapy vaporizer--it's pretty high tech: http://www.storz-bickel.com/img/verdampf-anwend-02.jpg
And I think I'm going to get into the habit of vaporizing delicious herbs for aromatherapy purposes.
I mean, check it out:
http://www.vaporizergiant.com/aromatherapy.html
pretty much a perfectly legal, totally harmless way to induce a nice, relaxed and tasty state of mind.
I wouldn't have ever thought of doing such "therapy" without the vaporizer--since it would mean I'd have to smoke it--which comes with it's own little health problems. But inhaling vapor doesn't come with any issues at all. And I could use a bit of relaxation and ease, I must say. It'll be interesting to see how effective it'll be.
And I mean, lets face it--being able to claim that "I like to enjoy a breath of mint or sage in the afternoon...mmmyes." sounds pretty decedent and high class, I must say 8D
What's best? Haha 8D I don't have to pay a single dime towards that 600$ vaporizer. (Borat voice) high five!
I'm actually really excited for that.
Anyways, I'm off in an hour or two to meet up with classmate Ooooonie to get out portfolios for second year done and over with! So I won't be updating for a day or two while I'm off doing that.
In the mean time, an update on that pesky Yoon picture that's been occupying my free time 8D
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She stepped into the shower; allowing the scalding water to burn away her stress and worry while the hot steam clouded her vision.
Meanwhile, her three stoner roommates watched tmnt in great stoned interest; internally cringing at the thought of how much an hour long, piping hot shower would contribute to the water bill.
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hooo. It's been busy busy here.
But man, this morning was so frustrating, and it was all a result of me missing an important piece of information due to--I don't even know what. Not paying attention is my guess.
Someone tells me, "ohay, drawing class is meeting at a mall next class." and I reply, "oh? This is news, what mall?"
They go, "I dunno lol!"
Soo I send other classmates messages asking if they know, I even email the teacher.
No response, from anyone. Not even the teacher herself whom I emailed half a week in advanced. So I figure, "well, maybe we're meeting at class first." I go to class this morning, no one is there. So I try to call a classmate to see where she is--doesn't answer the phone. So, what ever. I go home feeling rather bitter because I'm missing a class that's missing! wtf.
Ugh. Kay, I don't want to think about it anymore. I at least know what we're supposed to be doing and what the homework is, so I'll get those done no problem.
I just hate feeling incompetent like this. It's epic lame, and really frustrating.
Oh well, I took my frustrations out on that Yoon picture I've been working on:
It's getting there.
In other news, I really want a cinnamon bun. But the epic amounts of SNOW fluttering past my window is discouraging me from heading out side at the moment.
Calgary weather is postal, I swear. What happened to the beautiful 20 C+ weather we were having?
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Holy shit 8D I think I might pass art history! I got a B+ on my essay, which makes me happy--and I'm pretty sure I did freaking awesome on my final exam. Bitch, I knew that shit 8D
So with Humanities and Art History out of the way, I'm left with my three studio courses: Sculpture--which is done on Thursday, VC color theory which is done on Monday, and finally, Design Drawing which is done next Friday.
I've gotta start and finish my final sculpture for Thursday's class...Which is proving to be a pain in the ass.
But what's more of a pain is the 20 paintings I have to do for VC.
All of the exact same thing with different colors D:<
That's 9 so far D8
I feel like I'm doing a bit of a hack job--but at this point, I don't even care > A< too much work, too little time D8 I feel panicky. I'll redo a bunch of it for my portfolio if it turns out I really, really suck on it.
Man, I'm excited for classes to be finished. Because this is turning out to be a stressful final week.
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Ha ha Really pointless journal--but it has epic musics, so that's an auto-forgive, right?
Actually, it's a reply to ![[info]](http://p-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif) dozaloz's journal entry with the Britain's got talent post 8D
That scala band was pretty excellent--but I do smell epic ripoff folks 8D
A CHALLENGER APPROACHES!
So, I've concluded that Scala fails for epic unoriginality 8D
Man, I'm super nervous for Art History exam tomorrow D8 but I think I have a good grasp on the material. I HOPE I PASS 8D;;;
'EEEEEEEEEEEEY!
lol line arting. Feels good <3
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Woo. I had a -lot- of things to talk about--and completely forgot about what they were... uuuh...
Well, Moved a bunch of junk into badjoojoo's howse. My room is getting preeetty empty.
I'm getting really excited 8D
Also, we're figuring Popo's a male since his face is starting to get pretty yellow 8D I swear, I have the worst luck with trans-gendered pets... Oliver was said to be a male by the vet--until we took "him" back a couple weeks later because "he" was in heat D8 and needed to be spaaayed! Then I get a bird the pet store says is male, turns out she wasn't 8D then I get a frog and do the silly thing of assuming it was a boy, thus naming it "Mercutio"...and now Miss Popo Habanero is really MR. Popo Habanero D8 sheesh!
Anyways, my glorious quest for artistic style might finally have me walking some kind of path...That has me feeling a little better 8D
( let me show you! )
In other news, a video:
*fapfapfap*
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Thanks for the support guys <3
I took Popo to the vet early yesterday morning, and indeed the poor thing has some kind of infection. He's currently in a 24 hour incubation session and they were doing a bunch of tests on her while tube feeding her.
She'll be alright though. So that's good news at least. There won't be any horrible side effects she'll be suffering as a result of this illness and she'll get better and remain very much alive.
What a wonderful relief.
It also turns out that she's much younger than Sean and I thought--to the point that the vet actually asked me if she was fully weened.
So everything well, albeit VERY expensive with the bird. This is going to cost me well over 400$ with the deposit alone being 200$ on top of that.
Like Sean said, this bird better learn to do advanced algebra for the amount she ended up costing 8U
haha but it's worth the cost to keep the little bugger alive <3
Anyways, I managed to get my hands on a USB connector for my camera and thus I can now show
( That design drawing picture I've been wanting to post! 8D )
And now, a video to entertain the masses:
"It's alright robin. Here, let me fuck you up the ass because boy, you look gaaaaaay!"
8D I fucking loved this show as a kid. I'm not even going to lie. I use to watch it all the time with my dad before bed--and then we'd both sing along with the ending tune "NANANANANANANANANANA BAT MAAAAN!"
:'D Ah, sweet childhood nostalgia.
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| 2008-04-07 18:23 |
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Popo is sick.
And I'm really, really worried.
she's been sitting on the bottom of the cage, looking really exhausted--and she tried sitting on the perch earlier--but wobbled too much out of weakness.
Oh man--I'm tearing up just talking about it.
I'll feel so horrible if Po passes away too. So soon--I mean, we just got her. And this will mark the death of two birds in our house in under a week.
I feel so sick to my stomach right now--and all the avian vet clinics are closed right now. I'm considering missing class tomorrow to run my poor bird to hospital as soon as I can--but the symptoms are so strong right now--I'm really worried that it's too late and they'll tell me there's not much to be done.
I feel awful.
This was not the news I wanted to hear.
No artwork, no video this update. Sorry.
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Aw. Dinner with a friend is apparently canceled since it's almost nine and she hasn't gotten back to me yet D': Man. I have no food at home and it's to late to go out--since it's Sunday and every thing's closed. And I'm really, really, really hungry :'<
Oh well.
In other news, Sean and I went out and found a really sweet cockatiel at a really epic independently owned pet store. We ended up naming her Popo--and she's really quite friendly for a pet store bird. But such an attention whore! Eros never begged to come out of his cage before--this guy doesn't want to be in his cage at all :'D
She's awesome...But she doesn't like the other room mates too much yet XD haha She'll get use to them eventually.
It's so nice to have life in that cage again :'<
RIP Eros <3
( scribble )
And as usual, a video to amuse those who grace my journal every update :> <3
...I'm so hungry ; ^;
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Well, I've got a camera, and took a really nice photo of my design drawing picture that I'm quite proud of.
But the usb cable that was thought to fit the camera--doesn't fit the camera :< I'm so disappointed. I was looking forward to showing off a decent piece of art for the first time in a while, and the usb gods deny me of it D':
Guess I'll have to wait until Sean actually finds the right cord for it.
*le sigh*
Oh well, the least I can do now is appease you with some half-assed art?
( maybe not )
In other news, a witty soviet friend of mine shared this trippy thing with me--I figured I'd share it with the very small amount of folks that take the time to view this humble little journal:
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