February 6, 2011
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My last blog entry was in late December. Since then, I’ve continued my west coast work adventure with Current TV, enjoyed family QT, and experienced my first Sundance Film Festival in late January: Being in California has made me examine … Continue reading
November 26, 2009
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Five years ago, I spent Thanksgiving back in Sacramento, CA. I had only lived in New York for four months but was already struggling with my new reality; I needed to escape for a while. What I am remembering right … Continue reading
June 5, 2009
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BAMcinematek and Toyota present The 5th Annual Afro-punk Festival featuring Film, Music, Art, Skateboarding and Independence July 3 – 8 in Brooklyn, NY Thanks to BFF, I’ve been going to AP shows since 2005. Last year I did a feature … Continue reading
March 9, 2009
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I’m flying home tomorrow for a long visit. It’s hard being away from my family, but sacrifices are a part of life. You can’t pursue your dreams if you are afraid of growth. One of the tiny gifts of being … Continue reading
January 3, 2009
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Jennifer Ruiz is an artist from Patterson, California, who I discovered through the Chicana/o Art, History, y Cultura pool on Flickr. I am in love with her Dia de los Muertos/Virgen de Guadalupe-modified figurines, charms and jewelry. She describes herself … Continue reading
October 12, 2008
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Why am I so fascinated by this window display? Is it the surreal proportions? The eerie smiles? Or the fact that one wet haired woman (who may or may not be shirtless) is about to tear into a twelve piece … Continue reading
February 8, 2008
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I am following the Mun2 comment thread on The White Stripes video Conquista. The overall response seems to be very positive. Even so, I am surprised that Racialicious hasn’t picked this up yet.There is definitely room for interpretation.