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Athletes, Art and Multiculturalism on Steroids
13.08.2012 - 12:02

Of course I am not insinuating that ANY athlete from ANYWHERE was or is on steroids. My title is altruistic, not accusatorial. My point is that I can’t think of a greater culmination of our world’s collection of cultures than the Olympics. Every four years, the best athletes from around the world compete on a…

Axe
Well Done, Axe
30.07.2012 - 11:30

I have always been amused by Axe commercials, but at the same time I have always argued that they lack emotional merit. Are they funny- yes. Are they mildly ridiculous- absolutely. But again, will the average viewer feel any sort of the connection to the commercial when it’s over – probably not.  But for once, finally, Axe released something that goes…

Creative Inspiration
Creative Inspiration
16.07.2012 - 13:41

So true—I always say—if it wasn’t for the last minute, nothing would get done.  Creativity cannot be forced, but you can prime the pump. One of my favorite ways to do that is to peruse the Internet and all its offerings. I have literally Googled, “Beautiful Pictures” before, wherein a flood of fabulous images from all…

The Beatles
Chicago’s Brazilians and The Beatles
16.07.2012 - 13:40

Should it really ever be done? Should an artist attempt to “do” the Beatles? Some contend to not mess with the masterpieces, and, for the most part, I agree. It’s just never as good and, well, it makes you feel a little sad for the poor chaps who made the attempt. But what if they…