Speaking of Tolkien, yesterday I read his essay On Fairy Stories (which you can read right now on this Ukrainian website). In it Tolkien writes about the history of fairy tales, the suspension of disbelief, Eucatastrophe, why certain mediums work or don’t work for certain types of stories, &c. I recommend reading it when you [...]
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
…looks kind of corny: Nevermind, I guess it actually looks pretty sweet:
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Many happy returns to you, Holy Father.
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Wednesday, February 8, 2012
…and then this happened: (Yes, I am trying to make you squint.)
(From YouTube user ploface.)
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
Especially this. And this. This too.
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
That’s right. It’s Samurai time. Here’s a desktop-sized version, if anyone’s interested. On another note: I’d like to mention that I’ll be going to Washington DC in a week’s time to participate in the annual March for Life. ^-^
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
It was an interesting experience.
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Whatever you were about to do is no longer important. Go check out Kiah Kiean‘s blog immediately.
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
I look to the wisdom of a certain Marshwiggle to see me through difficult situations. And no, I don’t really have an awesome seven samurai shirt, but I wish I did. :3
Friday, September 30, 2011
Item 1: Yesterday I went to Fargo to take part in the 40 Days for Life kick-off. I was able to get a ride with some friends, and we played Irish music in the van on the way (an interesting experience to be sure), as well as when we were waiting for mass. I love [...]
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Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Just an idea I had today. Maybe it will catch on. ;) The lens I used was taken from a disassembled video camera. Ooh look, it collapses and can be stuffed into a neat little sleeve. :3
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Friday, September 16, 2011
The other day my dad and I stumbled upon the UK band “Lucky Elephant“. (I don’t mean that we physically tripped over the musicians, I mean that we…oh nevermind.) Anyway, this band has some awesome music. I especially like their songs “Edgar“ and “Reverend Tisley & His Magic Lantern” (Both of which have really neat [...]
Sunday, September 11, 2011
This is for all of my compatriots who have selflessly put themselves in harm’s way for the sake of my safety and well being. (The pose here is inspired by some of Regan Lodge’s drawings.)
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Tuesday, September 6, 2011
I don’t think I got that cigar smoke quite right.
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
All of a sudden, Gulley Jimson from the Horse’s Mouth is right there in front of me on the pages of my sketchbook.
Friday, September 2, 2011
Click the image to see the animation.