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Punk: Nothing But A Goddamn Poser

a surreal and vibrant cinematic photo of a person with a contemplative face, exhibiting sorrow, confusion, and a hint of narcissism, in a dimly lit room with subtle film grain effect, photorealistic details, and a color palette conveying introspection and self-awareness, the person is seated with a black pill nearby, surrounded by faint hints of written notes and scattered thoughts in elegant cursive font, with warm golden light spilling in from the side, illuminating their face and highlighting their introspective expression, shallow depth of field emphasizes their emotional state, cinematic color grading and lighting are applied, with a vignette and bokeh effect, resembling the aesthetic of Kodak Porta 400 and Cinestill 800 films, captured with a Leica M10, evoking a sense of cinematic storytelling.

18 September 2011

Potential

I’ve been sitting here for over an hour making grand statements of life, sharing with you profound thoughts of enlightenment, and force-feeding some of the worst bullshit I’ve ever concocted. Why? Pride, sorrow, confusion, and lack of closure have made me more of a narcissistic prick than ever. Instead of dealing with the crux of the issue, I self-project mildly thought provoking ideas as amazing personal epiphanies. By convincing you that I’m a profound, put together, self-aware individual…

A comedic scene of a man-child in his mid-twenties, with a youthful grin, wearing a vibrant rainbow-colored hat, and holding a large, disc-like rainbow-colored lollipop, his bright blue eyes sparkling with excitement, his light brown skin flushed with a warm glow, his messy brown hair peeking out from under the hat, set against a blurred background with a shallow depth of field, cinematic color grading and lighting, with a vignette and bokeh effect, reminiscent of kodak porta 400 and cinestill 800 film stocks, captured with a leica m10 camera, in a filmic style with a focus on vibrant colors and textures.

Peas and Carrots: Part 3

Peas and carrots, you ask? Yes. You see, peas and carrots can't be more opposite from one another- yet they compliment each other perfectly. Think about it, you wouldn't want to eat mashed potatoes and a baked potato in the same sitting, even if you love spuds. They're essentially the same thing. Yep, peas and carrots. I'm not looking for my mirror image, I'm not looking at a compatibility rating. I don't care if our Top Ten lists match, and I am no longer looking for some dream girl I've been…

a masterpiece rough color pencil sketch of Cross processing vintage film photography of a close-up scene, set at dusk on a serene beach, where a peaceful evening unfolds as a young couple in love sits together, watching the gentle waves roll in, their faces filled with joy and adoration, with the woman having long, curly brown hair and a bright smile, and the man having a strong jawline and warm, piercing brown eyes, both with smooth, sun-kissed skin, lost in the surreal and dreamy atmosphere, as the imagination runs wild and memories are created, all captured through a 135mm portrait lens, with soft, warm colors and a shallow depth of field, blurring the background to emphasize the couple's intimate moment, with visible pencil marks and paper texture, warm golden light reflecting off their skin, and subtle shading to enhance the emotional connection between the couple.

Peas and Carrots: Part 2

The absence of love hasn't left me debilitated. Well, it did for a while but overall it has been a positive experience. It has motivated me. It made me want to become a better person, more mature, and secure. It made me want to become successful, stable, and accomplished. It made me want to have all of my issues sorted out so when I find love again, I'll be ready for it. Ready for her. The problem is that I'm not ready, or didn't think so. Sure, I believe I am a much better person now than I w…

a vibrant rough color pencil sketch of Peas and Carrots in a loving relationship, with Peas having bright green skin and Carrots having warm orange skin, holding hands, skipping down a winding dirt path lined with lush greenery and colorful wildflowers, surrounded by a clear blue sky with fluffy white clouds, pencil marks and paper texture visible, with soft gentle lighting and a sense of joy and freedom, capturing the beauty of their love and connection as they embark on life's journey together.

Peas and Carrots: Part 1

I miss love. I miss the physical torture of longing for someone. I miss the piss and vinegar that comes with the reckless loss of inhibitions. Spitting the face of anyone who dare doubt your devotion. I miss the most honest tears I've ever cried and the piercing words that caused them. The amount of vim and vigor someone can stir inside of you just by a single glance. Trusting someone enough to become venerable and not even thinking twice about it. I miss saying the words and truly meaning it…

a masterpiece rough color pencil sketch of Sam Malone from Cheers serving up beers from behind an old New England bar with a polished wooden counter and brass fixtures, his iconic smile and raised eyebrow prominent on his face, with a light skin tone and dark hair, pencil marks and visible paper texture giving the image a tactile feel, the colors muted yet vibrant, with Sam's red shirt and the bar's warm lighting standing out amidst the earthy tones of the barroom, the overall atmosphere lively and inviting.

12 February 2010

Sam Malone

Someone once told me that a true judge of character is how someone reacts after they’ve made a mistake. I’ve made a lot of mistakes lately. More in the last two months than in the entire last two years. The realization I’ve come to is that I’m absolutely no good for anyone, but that I’m unquestionably great for someone. In a time such as this, I like to turn to my good friend Sam Malone for some advice. I mean, making your way in the world today takes everything you’ve got. Taking a break from…

a masterpiece rough color pencil sketch of Humor, featuring a rugged redneck with a distinctive mullet hairstyle, sporting a laid-back expression, with a single blade of straw casually sticking out of his mouth, as he leans against the worn, rusty body of an old red pickup truck, with visible pencil marks and paper texture giving the artwork a tactile, handmade feel, the redneck's facial features defined by a strong jawline, prominent nose, and weathered skin, with a few days' worth of stubble, wearing a plaid shirt and faded jeans, amidst a warm, sun-drenched background that accentuates the vibrant colors of the pencil sketch.

11 January 2010

Honestly Hurt

God… I used to write so much. I used to really enjoy it, thought maybe it’d be a good backup plan if I didn’t become a rock star. What happened? I’ll tell you what happened. The moment I stopped writing was the moment I stopped being honest. A long time ago one of these stupid rambles hurt someone I cared about a lot. I didn’t want to do that again so I stopped writing. Instead of just censoring or being more considerate with my words, I gave it up. I figured if I couldn’t pour my heart out and…

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