Girl 1: What do you think about this?
Girl 2: It looks like a Mom Dress.
Girl 1: Yeah, but that's coming back into style.
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Humor: Things Overheard In Urban Outfitters...
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Photography: Holiday Beach Family Shoot
L & B are two of my oldest LA friends. I've shot a handful of their holiday cards over the years. It was extra special when they asked me to photograph them this year because this is our first shoot with their precious little bundle of joy! These guys are such troopers. You'd never know it from these photos but the elements (wind & freezing temps) were definitely working against us that afternoon. But seriously, can a family get any more beautiful?!



Life: Double Rainbow'd

Life: Double Rainbow'd
Originally uploaded by Sanctuary-Studio
A little gift from the rain gods. Ask and ye shall receive.
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Life: Christmas Status...

Shutterillaville Christmas 2009
So far...
...no Chritmas lights up on the house.
...no Christmas tree.
...no Christmas decor in the house. (The photo above is from last year.)
...no baked Holiday goodies.
But...
...all gifts have been purchased and wrapped.
...some of our Christmas cards have gone out.
That counts for something, right?!
Why does it feel so hard this year? Too many other things on my plate right now, I suppose.
Bah Humbug.
LIfe: My First Disney Concert Hall Experience

The Bots invited us to see the LA Philharmonic at Disney Concert Hall last week. Sadly, Mr. Bot was called away on biz so he wasn't able to join us after all. However, his seat was filled by one very lovely Evil Bunnie who was kind enough to remind us that it's not customary to clap between movements (which I totally would have done). Throughout the evening Mrs. Bot, our classical music historian, shared fascinating tidbits of info on Haydn, Mozart and Cherubini. Then at intermission Farilla treated us all to Champagne where we (very appropriately) toasted to Framily! Our evening was as glorious and festive as all get out! 'Tis the season!

Friday, December 17, 2010
Hoop Dance: Baxter & Brecken in Amsterdam
They make it look so easy...
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Life: Happy National Cupcake Day!

Life: Happy National Cupcake Day!
Originally uploaded by Sanctuary-Studio
Well, what good is National Cupcake Day without cupcakes?!
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Life: Okay, Seriously....
My folks came into town back in October for Lil L's birthday. They stopped by the house just long enough to drop off SEVEN FILE BOXES of my childhood stuff they still had sitting up in their attic.

Life: Okay, Seriously....
Originally uploaded by Sanctuary-Studio
I'm just posting this photo so that you're not caught completely off guard when you get a trophy with our holiday card this year. BECAUSE WHAT ELSE AM I SUPPOSED TO DO WITH THESE?!

Life: Okay, Seriously....
Originally uploaded by Sanctuary-Studio
I'm just posting this photo so that you're not caught completely off guard when you get a trophy with our holiday card this year. BECAUSE WHAT ELSE AM I SUPPOSED TO DO WITH THESE?!
Art: GR2 Post It Show 6
Last Friday was the opening for Giant Robot's 6th Annual Post-It Show. GR2 (as the gallery is known) currently houses hundreds of the most affordable original pieces of art in town! Numerous artist (including Gary Baseman, Tim Biskup, Kozyndan, Travis Lampe, Ana Bagayan & Bob Dob) contributed over 1500 post-its to this collection...most of which are priced at only $20.

I missed the opening (which I heard was a crazy-packed) but managed to stop into GR2 last night before closing. I had the place to myself as I methodically perused each and every remaining Post-It.
Here's what I picked up...

Top left: Ana Bagayan Top Right: Susie Ghahremani Bottom: Fernanda Cohen - "loco"
There's a good chance I'll be back for more. And don't forget that these very affordable little gems would make fantastic holiday gifts for your favorite art collector.
2062 Sawtelle Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90025

I missed the opening (which I heard was a crazy-packed) but managed to stop into GR2 last night before closing. I had the place to myself as I methodically perused each and every remaining Post-It.
Here's what I picked up...

Top left: Ana Bagayan Top Right: Susie Ghahremani Bottom: Fernanda Cohen - "loco"
There's a good chance I'll be back for more. And don't forget that these very affordable little gems would make fantastic holiday gifts for your favorite art collector.
2062 Sawtelle Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Music: Florence & The Machine - Cosmic Love
Monday, December 13, 2010
Fashion: Fancy Zebra Print Ball Gown

Fashion: Fancy Zebra Print Ball Gown
Originally uploaded by Sanctuary-Studio
I'm still trying to figure out the event one would wear this gem to.
Also seen in DTLA.
Friday, December 10, 2010
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Film: Revenge Of The Electric Car (Official Trailer)
Unfortunately I don't make a follow-up cameo appearance in Revenge but don't let that stop you from seeing this film! *wink*
Life: Proud Owners Of A New...

Life: Proud Owners Of A New...
Originally uploaded by Sanctuary-Studio
Ahh, bring on the dinner parties!
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Art: HP ePrint & TRON: Legacy Projection Mapping
You must watch this in full screen with headphones...
HP ePrint & TRON: Legacy projection mapping - complete animation from Guided Collective on Vimeo.
From Vimeo...
[Thanks, Farilla!]
HP ePrint & TRON: Legacy projection mapping - complete animation from Guided Collective on Vimeo.
From Vimeo...
The full projection mapping sequence from the HP ePrint & TRON: Legacy Experience on the the roof of the QEH on London’s Southbank, late Nov/early Dec 2010.
[Thanks, Farilla!]
Monday, December 6, 2010
Life: My First Dress Form!

Life: Santa Arrived Early To Shutterillaville!
Originally uploaded by Sanctuary-Studio
Santa Arrived Early To Shutterillaville! Now if he could just do something
about those mini AND vertical blinds.
Life: Alive And Kicking...

Life: Reserected...
Originally uploaded by Sanctuary-Studio
I just did the math and realized that these Lug Soles have been with me for 18 years. I upgraded to new Vibram soles about 12 years ago. At which time the shoe repair fella said they weren't worth replacing and that I should just go buy a new pair for boots. Who's laughing now, Sucka!?
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Life: Rockin' Out With His Crock Out!

Life: Rockin' Out With His Crock Out!
Originally uploaded by Sanctuary-Studio
There's Veggie Chili in our near future!
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Family: Fish Hard, Live Long

Family: Fish Hard Live Long
Originally uploaded by Sanctuary-Studio
Meet my Dad. He likes to go fly fishing with
the Dudes in his fly fishing club.
Yes, there are such things as fly fishing clubs!
Catch and release, yo!
Sunday, November 28, 2010
Life: Scotch, Snuggies & Karaoke

Life: Scotch, Snuggie & Karaoke
Originally uploaded by Sanctuary-Studio
Orphan Thanksgivings don't get any better than this!
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Life: Vertical Garden at The LA Auto Show
Saturday, November 20, 2010
Friday, November 19, 2010
Music: Arcade Fire - The Suburbs (directed by Spike Jonze)
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Art: Moveable Type by Kyle Durrie
I love this.
My grandfather was a printer.
Donate here....
Humor: Star Wars Talk To Your Kids PSA
Binks hates puppies.
Friday, November 12, 2010
Wedding: Current Inspiration...

Wedding: Current Inspiration...
Originally uploaded by Sanctuary-Studio
$1.99 Vintage Bicentennial Ball Jar found while thrifting yesterday!
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Life: Holding The Light!

Life: Holding The Light!
Originally uploaded by Sanctuary-Studio
Just as the sun was rising this morning I recieved word to light up a
dear friend's blessingway candle. Right now as I type a new baby is
being born into our Tribe! Squee!!!
Monday, November 8, 2010
DIY: Tutorial - Framed Vertical Succulent Garden...
...or as I like to call it, Living Art!

UPDATE 3.19.11: It's filling in...


I have a small pile of vintage frames collecting dust so I thought I'd use one to make a hanging succulent garden. I didn't have much luck finding one particular tutorial that best suited my needs so I gathered mental notes from a few sites, measured my frame and went off to the hardware store with little more than a concept of how it was all going to come together. I also brought Farilla alongto help carry supplies for moral support. He was none too pleased once he realized I was kinda making things up as I went along...but he finally came around!
My Supplies:
1- Vintage frame with a 16" x 20" interior opening
1- 20"x24" piece of 1" Chicken Wire
1- 9' long piece of 2"x"2"
1 - 22"x 26" piece of oak plywood for the backing
a bunch of nails (some 2 1/2 " & some 1")
1 spray can of clear satin water based outdoor Varathane Diamond Spar Urethane
~10 lbs of cactus soil
50+ succulent clippings
Tools:
Work Gloves
Wire cutters
Hammer
First, I applied about 4 coats of Spar Urethane varnish to the front and back of the frame. I let each coat dry completely before applying the next.
With the frame laying face down I pressed a large piece of 1" chicken wire down though the interior opening making sure it was flush with the front of the frame. Farilla then stapled the chicken wire into place on the back side of the frame. We removed all the excess wire with wire cutters. I highly recommend wearing work gloves while cutting the wire. Those edges are sharp.

Next, we used the 2 1/2" nails and secured the four 2"x2"wood strips (cut down from the 9' long piece noted above) to the back of the frame like so...

In order to keep the cactus soil from falling through the wire I lined it with Spanish moss.

Once the wire was completely covered I filled the framing to the brim with the cactus soil.

Then, Farilla secured the plywood to the wood strips with the 1" nails.

As a precaution, I slid an extra piece of plywood under the front to help keep the soil/moss from squishing out through the wire mesh as we flipped the frame up-right. This thing is seriously heavy!

Once we had the frame facing right side up I began filling it with the succulent clippings I've been collecting during walks around our neighborhood.

I also picked up about 15 more succulents from the 99 cent store....the best deal in town.

The ultimate goal is to fill the entire frame with plants. I'll be sure to post a photo once we get it all filled in. Due to the weight I don't think we'll be hanging our vertical garden but I'm convinced it will look just as lovely leaning up against the wall on our back patio. I couldn't be more pleased with the outcome thus far!
A couple things worth noting: Next time, rather than 2"x2" strips of wood I'll only use 1" thick strips. And then I'll use screws to attach those wood strips into the back of the frame (rather than nails). This thing is so heavy the screws will help make it more secure.

UPDATE 3.19.11: It's filling in...


I have a small pile of vintage frames collecting dust so I thought I'd use one to make a hanging succulent garden. I didn't have much luck finding one particular tutorial that best suited my needs so I gathered mental notes from a few sites, measured my frame and went off to the hardware store with little more than a concept of how it was all going to come together. I also brought Farilla along
My Supplies:
1- Vintage frame with a 16" x 20" interior opening
1- 20"x24" piece of 1" Chicken Wire
1- 9' long piece of 2"x"2"
1 - 22"x 26" piece of oak plywood for the backing
a bunch of nails (some 2 1/2 " & some 1")
1 spray can of clear satin water based outdoor Varathane Diamond Spar Urethane
~10 lbs of cactus soil
50+ succulent clippings
Tools:
Work Gloves
Wire cutters
Hammer
First, I applied about 4 coats of Spar Urethane varnish to the front and back of the frame. I let each coat dry completely before applying the next.
With the frame laying face down I pressed a large piece of 1" chicken wire down though the interior opening making sure it was flush with the front of the frame. Farilla then stapled the chicken wire into place on the back side of the frame. We removed all the excess wire with wire cutters. I highly recommend wearing work gloves while cutting the wire. Those edges are sharp.

Next, we used the 2 1/2" nails and secured the four 2"x2"wood strips (cut down from the 9' long piece noted above) to the back of the frame like so...

In order to keep the cactus soil from falling through the wire I lined it with Spanish moss.

Once the wire was completely covered I filled the framing to the brim with the cactus soil.

Then, Farilla secured the plywood to the wood strips with the 1" nails.

As a precaution, I slid an extra piece of plywood under the front to help keep the soil/moss from squishing out through the wire mesh as we flipped the frame up-right. This thing is seriously heavy!

Once we had the frame facing right side up I began filling it with the succulent clippings I've been collecting during walks around our neighborhood.

I also picked up about 15 more succulents from the 99 cent store....the best deal in town.

The ultimate goal is to fill the entire frame with plants. I'll be sure to post a photo once we get it all filled in. Due to the weight I don't think we'll be hanging our vertical garden but I'm convinced it will look just as lovely leaning up against the wall on our back patio. I couldn't be more pleased with the outcome thus far!
A couple things worth noting: Next time, rather than 2"x2" strips of wood I'll only use 1" thick strips. And then I'll use screws to attach those wood strips into the back of the frame (rather than nails). This thing is so heavy the screws will help make it more secure.
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Friday, November 5, 2010
Wedding: Screw The Wedding Dress...
Can I just get married in this....
Hand felted wool coat jacket SAKURA
by ChicComplement
$980.00 usd
Hand felted wool coat jacket SAKURA
by ChicComplement
$980.00 usd
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