Sitting with the Artist
May 27th, 2010 at 11:40 am
This past Saturday my friend Anthony and I went to see Marina Abramović’s exhibit, The Artist is Present, at the MoMA. I had read about it, but really had little information on what to expect. I recommend you visit the exhibit site or read this op-ed first for some basic background. What follows is my review in four parts:
- Logistics and tips for visiting
- Review of the work as an observer
- Experience of participating
- Aftermath
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Halloween 2009
November 2nd, 2009 at 11:39 pm
Wow, Halloween 2009. I ambitiously decided to make my costume – SANDy the Tokidoki cactus girl.
I knew that meant less people would recognize what I was, but thought it would be worth it! Here’s a bit about my process, pictures of the final product, and a bit about our night at the NYC Village Halloween parade.
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Jury Duty Day 2
January 13th, 2009 at 9:35 pm
What can I say about day 2? Lots was more of the same. You want the short version? I got called in and interviewed for a case. I did not get picked. I’m done for 6(?) years now.
Jury Duty Day 1
January 12th, 2009 at 10:21 pm
Oh my dear blog, how I have ignored you. Whoops. Someone care to make a new year’s resolution about blogging more often? Maybe later.
On to our topic at hand. I got called for jury duty! I’m one of these people who hates uncertainty. The minimal amount of information provided on the mailed summons along with the fact that everyone knows there’s no way to determine how many days, what case you’ll be assigned, etc., just drove me crazy going into it. Therefor I decided to take meticulous notes about my experience in case there’s another like me out there, nervous for jury duty in the Bronx, New York.
For those who’d rather the digest version: day 1. Did not get assigned to a case. Boring as predicted. Going back tomorrow for more of the same.
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East coast, west coast
August 10th, 2008 at 8:02 pm
After a (very) recent visit to California I realize I don’t think I could ever live there permanently, although I do have an appreciation for it. Here’s my retrospective:
California things I miss already:
New York things I missed:
- Dunkin Donuts (wtf, I know)
- New York driving
- My own apartment, especially my internet speed *geeks out*
- Friends, of course
How to watch fireworks
July 5th, 2008 at 10:12 pm
After some interesting goings on at the Macy’s fireworks on the Fourth, I thought I’d give some tips on how to best enjoy such festivities and respect your neighbors at the same time. You see, when we’re packed into South Street Seaport like sardines, a certain level of respect is nice.
- Tourists: While I know pictures are great to show the friends and fam back home, you might want to think about not watching the entire fireworks show through a 2×2″ LCD screen. Really, it’s quite an experience just to be there, why not live it?
- Parents: If your child still requires a stroller we might want to think twice about bringing him or her to the event. It is highly unlikely that children under two will understand the loud noises and bright lights, much less why you’ve decided to mess up his or her sleep schedule for this mayhem.
- First come, first serve: You want a good spot near the front? Want to have room to spread out the family or your herd of preteen buddies? About 5-6 PM is a good time to arrive, not at 9, 30 minutes before the show starts. If you get there late never fear. Fireworks are high in the sky so even those in the back can see. It’s not necessary to squish yourself into the cracks between the blankets of those who have been camping out for hours.
- Umbrellas can be weapons: It’s unfortunate that I have to include this one. Why did it have to rain? But when it does, please watch those spiky prongs at the edges of your umbrella. You could take an eye out with those!
I could rant on and on about the other happenings of the night (those who were there with me understand), but for now I’ll leave it at these few constructive tidbits.
(Photo courtesy Flickr user LarimdaME.)