Pocket Movies

Pocket movies are interesting (intimate/engaging) because mobile phones can go anywhere, the images snatched from real life are rough and ready. They tell a unique story. The results are startling. So what revolution is the mobile phone going to bring? Stylistic innovation! I think it's an interesting tool that allows you to show people what you've got. I believe Paris has played it's role in this new revolutionary style. Other cities are catching up.

Useful links:
www.festivalpocketfilms.fr
www.pocketfilms.jp
www.pocketpicks.co.uk
www.sundance.org

Ballet Précieux

Van Cleef & Arpels's 'Ballet Précieux', a line based on the George Balanchine-choreographed ballet Jewels, a unique collection centered on four central themes: the ballet, emerald, ruby and diamond are so beautiful, they literally capture the dancers' soul. The idea of movement being translated into piece of jewelry appeals to everyone. I think it's fascinating.

Useful links:
www.vancleef-arpels.com
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8yH4xgWJ8k

Who Owns Antiquity?

Who Owns Antiquity?: Museums and the Battle over Our Ancient Heritage by James Cuno is an interesting book on cultural property matters, a topic of great importance to archaeologists, collectors, dealers, and museum curators. A must-read.

Heard On The Street

If I only knew the winning probabilities of the horses, I wouldn't need to know winners; I'd be making a fortune anyway.

Brandywine River Museum

The Brandywine River Museum holds spectacular art collections of NC Wyeth, Andrew Wyeth and Jamie Wyeth. They are often called the first family of American art. A must-visit.

Useful link:
www.brandywinemuseum.org

Hua Hin Jazz Festival 2008

The Hua Hin Jazz Festival 2008 - June 13th - 14th sponsored by the Tourism Authority of Thailand was spectacular.

Useful link:
www.huahinafterdark.com/hua-hin-jazz-festival.htm

Antony Todd

A Diamond Is Forever Floral Spectacular, designed by floral designer Antony Todd, with over 24,000 long stem red roses spelling out A Diamond Is Forever, commissioned in celebration of Mother's Day was stunningly beautiful. Everyone who picked up a rose got a code that they could then enter online at www.adiamondisforever.com for a chance to win a 3 Stone Diamond Necklace worth $5,000.

Useful link:
www.antonytodd.com

Brilliant idea. I liked it.

The Art Of Film Music

The Art Of Film Music by George Burt is a great book on film scoring techniques. Enjoy it.