I recently ordered and received B33k, the portfolio of Nikos Vasilakis < >
It is, largely, people through his eyes though it's so much more encompassing of a person's personal scope, how they see people and how they see concepts and imagery.

In short, it's the perfect coffee table book for visitors (and yourself) to browse through for some relaxing photography.

My favorite parts about it are the deep contrasts in tone, Nikos' ability to bring out eyes, hair, and skin in such a vivid portrayal whilst staying within a realm of reality. The element of class combined with modern sexuality explore an intoxicating realm of culture. Yet, don't expect the photos to hold back, they assault the senses in their striking portrayal of the human body and human society. Materialism and absence surround the majority of these photos and yet Nikos occasionally breaks consistency by presenting harmonious photos of peace and nature.

My only quip about B33k is that there are no options in the size it is presented, B33k is smaller (a little less than 8.5in x 11in) and I believe that photography highly benefits from larger size presentations.

Still, the resolution of the photos are crisp and clear and Nikos presents his views in a splash of varied saturation. B33k is available in softcover and hardcover, though I recommend the hardcover in this instance for overall presentation to all who value the portrayal of people, concept, beauty, and sexual culture.

I don't think I can embed images without my membership, so these links will have to do for previews; they're all shots of the book at my apartment in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

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If anything, browse through his gallery, he has quite a variety of taste from the obscure to the enchanting, to both.

Things I learned from Diablo 2...
...that apply to real life.

1) Concentrate your skills if you want to be recognized.

2) Trading and communicating with other players is key to success.

3) Save spare resources for long term investments.

4) Don't stay on things that are too easy, but don't get in over your head.

5) Teamwork is essential to more difficult tasks, as is a variety of skills in a team.

6) Don't waste your money on gambling or beggars, there's a time and a place for everything.

7) Completing new quests is often more rewarding than repetitive everyday tasks.

8) Calculate your risks, you don't want to have to start back over.

9) Everything is progressive, even progression.

10) Enjoy the entertainment and variety of life, after all, it's just a game

- T

Any Spidey fans out there who want to talk?

I've just been reading a lot of Ultimate Spider-Man lately and I love talking about artistic direction; seeing as I don't have studio set up in my new place to work on art, let's talk Spidey 4.

A lot of people I know weren't overly impressed with Spider-Man 3, but it felt like a comic book progressing the story with interesting turns and was overall really fun!

Now I see Sam Raimi, Stan Lee, etc. talking about Spider-Man 4, and I want to join in!

I think the logical move is to open up the story and the world. The majority of people want to see the Lizard next, which 'could' be awesome. I really don't want to see Carnage yet though Black Cat would be pretty sexy. I guess the biggest question is, what do you do as Spider-Man your whole life and how can we present a compelling story that has super-human elements? I just hope the film isn't formulaic, I'm really looking for something that breaks barriers for superhero territory much like The Dark Knight, Iron Man, and Watchmen have done. I think they are pretty good with their handle on effects (I did think Venom's CG was extremely weak next to the Sandman). What to do, what to do... well rather than listen to me, give me some thoughts!

Later!

Just noticed the pageviews went over 30,000 recently so thanks very much for your support everyone! I'm extremely busy planning out the next year of my life and I'm a little scared about how it's going to go but it's like Rocky says:
"I think you try harder if you're a little scared."

Got this from

Have you ever gone out with a football player?
Yes, though for the most part she played Rugby.

Last person to make you smile?
Torrie Seaton, last night when she looked at me funny as I used her sandle as a back scratcher

Who were you with at 12:00 last night?
I was sleeping with my dog, Max

If you're sleeping and someone calls you what do you say?
Hello.

Ever receive a really long apology?
Yes, not in awhile though

Are you mad at the last person who called you?
Nope, last person that called me was Gar telling me we're going to the gym

Are you afraid to answer sexual questions?
Not at all, I have no reservations when it comes to facing sex, in fact I love it!

How do you make your money?
Prostitution, lol hahaha ahhh... usually contract work actually.

What do you have planned for tonight?
9k run with Gar, then maybe Transformers 2

Today did you kiss a person you have feelings for?
Not today It's early yet.

Have you ever been around someone who was high?
Yes, not for a long time now though :S

If you could have anything right now what would it be?
My financial situation fixed, my engineering degree, a beautiful bachelor's apartment, '10 Ford Mustang, oh I could go on forever.

How ticklish are you?
Very in one spot.

How is your hair?
Short, beautiful, I shaved in the Tony Stark (Iron Man) goatee last night for kicks!

Do you care if people hate you for no reason?
No, don't sweat that stuff.

Last person you rode in a car with under the age of 20?
My sister.

Has someone ever told you they would be with you forever?
Yes, Erin Cameron I think was the last one to say that.

What are you doing right now?
Lying on my bed, contemplating what shirt to put on, petting my dog, checking the net.

Do you smoke weed every day?
Hahahaha.
No.

Do you sleep with your closet doors open or closed?
Closed

Do you know any mechanical stuff about cars?
Yeah, but cars aren't my forte.

Have you ever cried while in the shower?
Yes, when I was 13 I think.

Did you get a full 8 hours of sleep last night?
Yes.

How's the weather today?
Cloudy.

What's on your bedroom floor right now?
I'm spring cleaning at the moment, so tons of stuff.

What are you going to do this weekend?
Well the weekend is kinda over... But what I DID do was train ALOT at the CHP gym (Stripped Hypertrophy), and am trying to get life organized.

Where did you sleep last night?
In my bed with my dog Max

Who did you last hug? When?
Torrie last night when I said goodbye

Have your past mistakes made you wiser?
Damn Straight, OH YEAH!!

When you sleep in your bed, is stuff usually in it?
Whatever I worked on last night.

Do you take any sleeping pills?
No

Do you miss anyone?
Um, not really.

Can you honestly say you're okay right now?
I'm phenomenal!

Do you tell people you're okay when you're really not?
...no?

Next time you will kiss someone?
The day's not over, but honestly I don't like to plan that kind of stuff.

Who was the last person you talked to before you went to bed last night?
My step-father

Did anyone see you kiss the last person you kissed on the lips?
I'm not sure, I think so, but can't be sure.

Has anyone ever told you that you have pretty eyes?
Yes

Why?
Because they're like an emerald forest that you can get lost it.

Do you like to cuddle?
Yes but only with people I have romantic feelings for.

Remember the first time you kissed the last person you kissed?
Yes, it was on top of a hill.

Have you done anything embarrassing today?
Nope

Do you currently like anyone?
Yes

Were you single on your last birthday?
Very

Is it okay to kiss people when you're single?
Oh yeah!

Are you waiting for something?
Heath Ledger to come back for a 3rd Batman, I'll be waiting awhile though

Can you go in public looking like you do?
Yes, because I'm crazy haha

The person you have feelings for, is it going anywhere?
It's difficult to say, we're in different places in life, but I think so.

Would you rather go to a party or away?
Away, Germany preferably

What does your last received text say and who is it from?
I don't text.

Are you happy with the choices you've made?
um, next question

Are your shoes black?
Yes

Are you wearing pajamas?
No

Is your cell phone right beside you?
No, I don't have one

Are you watching TV?
No

Are you listening to anything?
Mechanics Talk Radio

Do you have a boyfriend or girlfriend?
No

Are you tired?
No

Is there someone you wanna date?
Yes

Last missed call?
No clue

What was the first thing you did when you woke up today?
This, I want my coffee!!!!

Do you have a best friend?
Yes, Gar

Do you like vitamin water?
Yes, go mineral water though, much better

Do you get along with your parents?
Ehhhh....