This was a great way to accept this awar for his latest film "The Fantastic Mr. Fox".
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Happy New year and other various and sundry items
Welcome to the new decade! Several things to talk about but first wanted to wish everyone a VERY happy New Year. I hope 2009 was a great year and wish you all the best for 2010!!
My last post of 2009 was about the Fantastic Mr. Fox and at the time I had not seen the movie. Since I have been to see it twice and must say it is a great movie. I love stopmotion animation and they did a great job with this one. I have been reading the making of the Fantastic Mr Fox book and it has some really good behind the scenes information as well. Anyone who knows me know I love to see what goes on behind the finished work as much as the finished work itself, yet in doing so does not detract from the enjoyment of the movie.
the post which is now below this one due to embedding issues is a cool award acceptance speech by Wes Anderson for the national board of review award. How creative. =)
ahh..heck fire ...tryting to post this from work and now with interuptions my train of thought has derailed.
More to come soon.
CJ
My last post of 2009 was about the Fantastic Mr. Fox and at the time I had not seen the movie. Since I have been to see it twice and must say it is a great movie. I love stopmotion animation and they did a great job with this one. I have been reading the making of the Fantastic Mr Fox book and it has some really good behind the scenes information as well. Anyone who knows me know I love to see what goes on behind the finished work as much as the finished work itself, yet in doing so does not detract from the enjoyment of the movie.
the post which is now below this one due to embedding issues is a cool award acceptance speech by Wes Anderson for the national board of review award. How creative. =)
ahh..heck fire ...tryting to post this from work and now with interuptions my train of thought has derailed.
More to come soon.
CJ
Monday, December 7, 2009
Saturday, November 28, 2009
New Wolfman Movie for 2009 Rick Baker Interview
Check this interview out with Rick Baker. Can't wait to see this film!
Friday, November 13, 2009
Cool Animated show Pilot; Nerdland
This show pilot was great! Check it out. The animaton was very good and the characters were great. Please go check it out.
Have a great weekend all!
Have a great weekend all!
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Cool Stop Motion Commercial
Always fun to see Stopmo in the media. This embed seems to have the lip synch off a little but you get the picture. Good Stuff!
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Monday, November 2, 2009
Steve Johnson FX
This is sexciting stuff! Be sure to keep and eye out for more. Steve Johnson is a Top Notch artist and him sharing this information is awsome! Thanks Steve!
With Halloween having just passed thought this would fit in nicely here and his timing..well now that I think about it maybe thats why he released this when he did...Hmm..
As for myself and Halloween, well I had to work and for Saturday I decided I wanted to dress up so planned on using a zombie outfit I made a few years ago and had no makeup planned, sooooo I sculpted an appliance over an old lifemask uaing wed clay, first time trying to do an appliance makeup with Wed and it was different, will try more soon. I sculpted and made the ultracal 30 mold and made a Platsil Gel 10 appliance..but alas did not have enough time for application. But, I must say Platsil Gel 10 is very cool..I see why everyone is falling in love with it. I will get some pics up of the makeup once it's installed..I dind't have my camera when I did the sculpt so no progress pics.
HOpe eveyrone had a GREAT halloween!
Chris
With Halloween having just passed thought this would fit in nicely here and his timing..well now that I think about it maybe thats why he released this when he did...Hmm..
As for myself and Halloween, well I had to work and for Saturday I decided I wanted to dress up so planned on using a zombie outfit I made a few years ago and had no makeup planned, sooooo I sculpted an appliance over an old lifemask uaing wed clay, first time trying to do an appliance makeup with Wed and it was different, will try more soon. I sculpted and made the ultracal 30 mold and made a Platsil Gel 10 appliance..but alas did not have enough time for application. But, I must say Platsil Gel 10 is very cool..I see why everyone is falling in love with it. I will get some pics up of the makeup once it's installed..I dind't have my camera when I did the sculpt so no progress pics.
HOpe eveyrone had a GREAT halloween!
Chris
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
DirecTV adds with Chris Farley
Found this and must say I disagree. IF the Proper permissions were granted then why is it a problem to perpetuate the memory of a comedian who has passed?
Here is the print and the commercial:
"Some viewers are upset with DirecTV's newest commercial, a recreation of a scene in "Tommy Boy" that combines new footage of David Spade interacting with Chris Farley, who died of a drug overdose in 1997. In the classic scene from the 1995 comedy, a present-day Spade dismisses Farley's antics with the sarcastic remark, "Never gets old." Viewers on YouTube called the spot "distasteful" and a "stupid idea.""
Here is the print and the commercial:
"Some viewers are upset with DirecTV's newest commercial, a recreation of a scene in "Tommy Boy" that combines new footage of David Spade interacting with Chris Farley, who died of a drug overdose in 1997. In the classic scene from the 1995 comedy, a present-day Spade dismisses Farley's antics with the sarcastic remark, "Never gets old." Viewers on YouTube called the spot "distasteful" and a "stupid idea.""
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Songs and how they affect us
I love music, and the lyrics. This song is Sad but hopefully makes us stop for a minute to realize how we need to make time for the little things..the little one..the loved ones.
Of course we all have songs that speak to our hearts and souls and some are great memories and others are sad memories. Above all else, smile, it causes a good feeling to spread through your body and helps to cheer you up. All of us have a limited amount of time to leave our mark on this Earth and to teach our children all we can to help them along their way.
If nothing else today, tell those you love just how much it is that you love them. Smile for a moment when you feel upset or angry and feel how it changes everything.
SMILE, LOVE, and LIVE.
I wish I could have been there- John Anderson
When our baby Kate was born it was the biggest day of my life
Lying there, little bows in her hair
In the loving arms of my wife
I was the proudest papa in the USA
Makin' a living on the road somewhere a thousand miles away
It was a happy day, but kinda' sad
I wish I coulda' been there
I wish I coulda' been there
I wish I coulda been there for that
Little Bobby hit his first home run
He was the hero of the home town crowd
Two to one, it was a winning run
Everybody was cheering loud
And mommy she was smilin' saying he's a chip off of the old block
But I was on the road somewhere between Memphis and Little Rock
It was a happy day but kinda' sad
I wish I coulda' been there
I wish I coulda' been there
I wish I coulda' been there for that
Now Bobby and Kate are all grown up
And moved away
They stay in touch
We're proud of the two good kids we raised
And it's hard to believe we are celebrating our twenty fifth year today
This party's nice but the kids aren't here
At least they called to say
Congratulations mom and dad
I wish we could have been there
I wish we could have been there
I wish we could have been there for that
It was a happy day, but kinda' sad
I wish they could have been there
I wish they could have been there
I wish they could have been there, for that
Of course we all have songs that speak to our hearts and souls and some are great memories and others are sad memories. Above all else, smile, it causes a good feeling to spread through your body and helps to cheer you up. All of us have a limited amount of time to leave our mark on this Earth and to teach our children all we can to help them along their way.
If nothing else today, tell those you love just how much it is that you love them. Smile for a moment when you feel upset or angry and feel how it changes everything.
SMILE, LOVE, and LIVE.
I wish I could have been there- John Anderson
When our baby Kate was born it was the biggest day of my life
Lying there, little bows in her hair
In the loving arms of my wife
I was the proudest papa in the USA
Makin' a living on the road somewhere a thousand miles away
It was a happy day, but kinda' sad
I wish I coulda' been there
I wish I coulda' been there
I wish I coulda been there for that
Little Bobby hit his first home run
He was the hero of the home town crowd
Two to one, it was a winning run
Everybody was cheering loud
And mommy she was smilin' saying he's a chip off of the old block
But I was on the road somewhere between Memphis and Little Rock
It was a happy day but kinda' sad
I wish I coulda' been there
I wish I coulda' been there
I wish I coulda' been there for that
Now Bobby and Kate are all grown up
And moved away
They stay in touch
We're proud of the two good kids we raised
And it's hard to believe we are celebrating our twenty fifth year today
This party's nice but the kids aren't here
At least they called to say
Congratulations mom and dad
I wish we could have been there
I wish we could have been there
I wish we could have been there for that
It was a happy day, but kinda' sad
I wish they could have been there
I wish they could have been there
I wish they could have been there, for that
Monday, October 5, 2009
Zombieland Movie
My son and I saw this over the weekend, fun movie!
If you like comedies, I know your thinking, "but Chris it's a Zombie movie", it's a comedy folks! VERY fun, memorable scenes, you'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll tell your friends about it. Ok maybe not, but you will laugh!
Worth the price of admission.
now go, stop surfing the net, go see this movie. If we don't go to the movies who will make them and then what will we have..Monopoly on friday nights? GO GO GO
=P
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Jeff Dunham Show
New Jeff Dunham show set to air on Comedy Central October 22nd at 9pm.
Be sure to check it out!
Here is a clip of Jeff and Walter from the Gotham. Great Stuff what a great entertainer.
Enjoy!
Be sure to check it out!
Here is a clip of Jeff and Walter from the Gotham. Great Stuff what a great entertainer.
Enjoy!
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Friday, September 11, 2009
September 11th
Our country may have it's flaws and issues, but let us not forget it is our country.
Today of all days lets remember what it takes and thank those who defend the freedoms we do have. It's not about the politicians who make the decisions, it''s about the front line defenders doing their job to allow us a safe place to raise our children, a safe place to speak our opinions, and a safe place to call home.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
"Sometimes people wanna try"
That was the wisdom form my 2 year old this weekend when I asked her to let me put on her sandals. I was floored at first..then realized she did indeed say that and I proceeded to allow her to finish. She made me realize that sometimes I need to be a bit more patient and allow her to be a big girl.
Had a great weekend playing games with the kids and trying to go to the Michigan State Game, only to realize there were no tickets to be had, Sooooo..we walked to the local B'dubs and enjoyed some wings and "pops". A Blow OUT! 44 to 3 MSU over Montana State. Spent what may well be the last trip to the lake by the house this season as well since the weather will be changing soon. Was great fun. =)
Will be appearing 2 days this week at Applebees, Tuesday the 8th and Wednesday the 9th and will not have an appearance Tuesday the 15th as i will be attending the Server Olympics with the staff from our store competing with other stores. Looking forward to it. =)
Had a great weekend playing games with the kids and trying to go to the Michigan State Game, only to realize there were no tickets to be had, Sooooo..we walked to the local B'dubs and enjoyed some wings and "pops". A Blow OUT! 44 to 3 MSU over Montana State. Spent what may well be the last trip to the lake by the house this season as well since the weather will be changing soon. Was great fun. =)
Will be appearing 2 days this week at Applebees, Tuesday the 8th and Wednesday the 9th and will not have an appearance Tuesday the 15th as i will be attending the Server Olympics with the staff from our store competing with other stores. Looking forward to it. =)
Monday, September 7, 2009
Labor Day
Happy Labor Day to all.
Have a restful day and try not to labor too much. ( Well unless it is actual labor..then there really isn't much you can do about that sorry ladies.
Have a HAPPY DAY!
Chris
Have a restful day and try not to labor too much. ( Well unless it is actual labor..then there really isn't much you can do about that sorry ladies.
Have a HAPPY DAY!
Chris
Friday, September 4, 2009
New Ronn Lucas Safety Video
Ronn is such a talented entertainer and always a joy to watch. Also be sure to check out his website.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Selling on-line- why does it cost SO much?
Just a quick rant:
Recently decided to sell some items I have. In an attempt not to sound like I am attacking a specific on-line auction company I will just say it rhymes with "Fee Bay". The item I sold ended up costing me over $32 in fees between "Fee Bay" and it's Sister company "play Pal". I guess my gripe is that is has been a while since I have used "fee Bay" and do not recall the fees being SO high. I guess now I see the alure of people using Craigs List to sell things.
Maybe I am whining but I cannot even get to the money left for as much as 21 days!! I get to reach into my pocket to pay the "Fee Bay" Fees and the shipping in hopes that they will release my money before 21 days!!
I know this is really of no issue to anyone but I needed to Vent for a moment. I feel these charges are very high and digs into anything I stood to make on this item.
What have been your experiences?
Recently decided to sell some items I have. In an attempt not to sound like I am attacking a specific on-line auction company I will just say it rhymes with "Fee Bay". The item I sold ended up costing me over $32 in fees between "Fee Bay" and it's Sister company "play Pal". I guess my gripe is that is has been a while since I have used "fee Bay" and do not recall the fees being SO high. I guess now I see the alure of people using Craigs List to sell things.
Maybe I am whining but I cannot even get to the money left for as much as 21 days!! I get to reach into my pocket to pay the "Fee Bay" Fees and the shipping in hopes that they will release my money before 21 days!!
I know this is really of no issue to anyone but I needed to Vent for a moment. I feel these charges are very high and digs into anything I stood to make on this item.
What have been your experiences?
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Halloween II !!!!
WOW
How the H*ll did I not know this was about to be released?!?!?!?Too much work and not enough play makes Chris not know what is going on in the world. I am VERY excited about this news!
So much so I added the count down timer to the right with some cool links built into it. =)
Tim..are you ready for this one pal? We will be in the front of the line. ;)
How the H*ll did I not know this was about to be released?!?!?!?Too much work and not enough play makes Chris not know what is going on in the world. I am VERY excited about this news!
So much so I added the count down timer to the right with some cool links built into it. =)
Tim..are you ready for this one pal? We will be in the front of the line. ;)
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Pigeon Pilfer
You MUST go see this animation. This is an awsome animation posted by a member of stopmotionanimation.com forum.
Go there now, I'll wait..............
Go there now, I'll wait..............
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