January 4, 2022
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God and Man at the Insurrection
"Religious symbols, rituals, identities, banners, signs, and sounds suffused the events surrounding the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. This project begins to trace the thread of religion that wound throughout that day through pieces of digital media." Uncivil Religion: A Collaborative Digital Project Between the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Alabama and the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History. [more inside]
I Have Some Questions About the World of Teletubbies
Where do they come from? Are they prisoners? Are we complicit in their captivity? Why do my children love them so? After Teletubbies debuted, some parents and the Reverend Jerry Falwell were briefly appalled (the latter was concerned that Tinky Winky, who speaks with a male-sounding voice and carries a large red handbag, might be gay). But the show’s primary demographic—young children, although the show also became a cult hit among stoners—was immediately hooked. The tubbies released a hit single in 1997 (“Teletubbies Say ‘Eh-Oh!’”), signed merchandising deals with McDonald’s and Burger King, and made the BBC more money than any previous show in its history.)
I, for one, welcome our... goldfish overlords?
There's a new sheriff in town!
Manhattan has a new District Attorney, Alvin Bragg. And now that he has been sworn in, he is coming in hot with a policy memo directing Manhattan prosecutors to stop prosecuting certain crimes (e.g. misdemeanor pot, jumping turnstiles, prostitution) and sharply curtailing pretrial detention, in addition to a number of additional significant reforms (like a presumption that cases against adolescent defendants will go to family court). [more inside]
The skiing was epic! Sorry, I mean the line to get to the skiing...
The ski season in parts of North America is in full swing, with massive storms in the West, including a record setting December in California, with more on the way.
But it's the record crowds and pressure on small ski towns from Covid, massive increases in season pass sales, an influx of remote workers causing an afforability crisis for ski town workers, and labor shortages that are causing significant problems. [more inside]
What if Seinfeld but animated?
Kosperry is an animator who occasionally reworks short scenes from Seinfeld as animatics for a ‘90s saturday morning furry cartoon: “Rabid Elaine”, “I’ll just eat some trash.”, “Hello, Newman”, “A Festivus for the rest of us”
The Art of Character Design
A model sheet is a visual reference that depicts an animated character with a variety of expressions and poses, often from different angles. They're used by animators to establish a definitive style for a project and reduce variation between artists. Character Design References hosts an extensive collection of model sheets and other reference art for animated movies and television series. Want to hone your character design skills? The site has resources for that as well. [more inside]
The year in cheer
192 ways the world got better in 2021 from Reasons to be Cheerful.
Floating Motors Boats
Floating Motors – Video | Models | Gallery – creates a new water mobility experience for everyone. Our know-how in the nautical field makes FM capable to replicate any «instant classic» car model, with absolute quality and incredible finishing level, in order to deliver a unique and original water vehicle, respecting the original spirit of the vehicle. On request, Floating Motors offers the possibility to choose between twin hulls or foil. Each model can be used for leisure, or becoming a tender, or a private water taxi, or a beach hotel water-shuttle. (Concept by Lazzarini Design Studio, Rome, Italy)
Et si on célébrait ceux qui ne célèbrent pas
Stromae is back, raising a glass to "the conquerors of the worst work hours" with Santé. [more inside]
Keeping tax low for the rich does not boost economy
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