New Beginnings

by Carmen Cruz


After a much needed getaway to Europe and a brutal battle with a cold (the battle continues) my hiatus is finally over... kinda.
I'm in the process of completely overhauling my site, designing a new logo, and adding a bunch of new bells, whistles and features.
Before the end of the year, I'm hoping to launch a new, more dynamic and interesting weblog (dare to dream).
The frustrations of learning new programs (even something as simple as garageband) can leave you feeling like a senior citizen looking at a remote control... lost, confused and squint-y. But alas, the squinting continues.

So look for something new and awesome on this site before the end of the year.
In the meantime, here are a few pictures from my trip to France & Italy. The itinerary went as follows: Paris, France - Rome, Italy - Florence, Italy - Venice, Italy - Monte San Martino, Italy
My favourite was... well it's a tie. Paris & Florence were unreal.































 
 
Here are a few things I learned on my trip:

1) I have brutal navigation skills
2) French people are surprisingly nice
3) Italian men reeeeeally love their sweatpants. It's an intense love affair that I just don't understand
4) Bread + Cheese + Wine = Something you'll consume AT LEAST once a day
5) There are an unbelievable number of scam artists 'workin' it' outside the Vatican City
6) The supply of incredible art, architecture and history is truly endless
7) EVERYONE must go to Italy & France at least once in their lifetime

 And so now, I return to my hunched position, staring a computer screen...squinting.

Enjoy.

Besos,

CC.
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Back For More

by Carmen Cruz


After a summer filled with exciting getaways to exotic destinations like *said in a whisper* 'Edmonton', I'm back.
I know, I know, you've missed me right? Yes loyal readers (aka: Mom and sometimes, if I'm really lucky, Dad), the slacking has come to an end. 

With fall (my absolute favourite season) just around the corner, you can almost smell the change in the air, and you know what that means...
It's time to stop procrastinating on the hundreds of projects that have been sitting there... waiting... waiting... AND it's finally time to revamp the ol' website (tech stuff = eyes glazing over).

Yes friends, change is coming soon.

Until then, here are a few things to make your Monday fly by a bit quicker.

Cool sites to check out:


Awkward Family Photos - Because you'll never get sick of this website. Hilarity always ensues.


Internet Fart - Probably one of the best gif sites ever. It's an experimental digital arts project that will kinda blow your mind. Sit. Watch. Enjoy.




Fashion Grandpas (Instagram) - You'll want to adopt each and every last one of them... or have the itch to run out and buy a bow tie.





Aaaand why not finish off by watching topless people get Tasered, all in the name of art. (Don't worry, it's totally safe for work).




Enjoy.

Besos,

CC. 

My Latest Obsession

by Carmen Cruz


Last year, I accidentally stumbled across an artist's website that truly blew my mind.
His name is Fab Ciraolo and he happens to be a fellow Chilean (bonus!).
He takes some of your favourite icons from the past and brings them back to life in the 21st century.
Honestly? This guy's work is my latest obsession.

Check it out.





Amazing, no?
If you're interested, you can find out more about Fab through his website, tumblr, twitter and facebook page.
 Yes, he sells prints and clothing featuring his painfully cool works or art (JOY!). 
I've got my eye on a Frida Kahlo tank....
 
Enjoy.

Besos,

CC. *



Prepare To Party Tomorrow (Saturday, July 13th)!!!!

by Carmen Cruz



Every year, it just gets bigger and bigger.
The Khatsahlano Music & Arts Festival is a Saturday filled with amazing local music, art, food and fun fun fun.

This year’s festival will feature TWELVE stages showcasing more than 50 of Vancouver’s top musical performers. Add into the mix several talented local artisans, street performers and a mishmash of activities and events the whole family can participate in.... and let me tell ya, I'm barely scratching the surface here. The bonus? It's FREE! Wanna see what it's all about?
Check out the video below.



It all starts tomorrow (Saturday, July 13, 2013) from 11:00am to 8:00 pm on Kitsilano’s West 4th Avenue (between Burrard & MacDonald).

For a full list of everything you can see, hear, smell and taste at this year's Khatsahlano Music & Arts Festival,  Click Here

See you there!

Enjoy.

Besos,

CC.
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