G is for Genius

Haha well, as for myself I don't know if I could agree much with the genius part , however I did manage to pass my final (thank God) driving test. The blasted highway test. See, unlike you lucky Americans, Canadians don't have to pass just 1 test to get their full licence, we need to pass 3. Theory(G1). Practice(G2). And the highway(G)..dun dun dunn. In a way, I suppose it's better, the roads desperately need more cautious drivers. Have I ever mentioned how much I hate bad drivers? Well I do, I get pretty bad road rage and pedestrian rage. And you know who my rage is mostly targeted at? The younger men (THE WORST), you know those dudes that zip right past you, cut you off or swerve through lanes like they own the roads with their bass on full blast causing birds' hearts to stop? Yeah I'm prejudiced against them. But I have legit reason to be, according to statistics, 80% of pedestrian accidents involved a male driver behind the wheel! It's no wonder the insurance rates are so much higher for men. It's ridiculous how their mindset is on living forever, they think just because they're young and know how to "drive", they're invincible and indestructible>"Oh that'll never happen to me".They don't take into account the potential risks and dangers. They don't consider that in a split second, their life or the lives of others around them could totally change or worse, end. Brainless and careless, isn't that just like men. =) But hey, you can't live with them, you can't live without them. So anyways I'm really happy about finally acquiring the big G class! Never again will I have to take another driving lesson or test!

I See Naked People

Here are some of my drawings of nudes done in charcoal and soft pastels for your eyes to view...

The first one was a life study done 2 years ago I believe, the last 2 were from a book done last term.

Disclaimer: Most of the content in the following artwork may be offensive to some viewers, be advised.

Art and Whatnot

Okay, so correct me if I'm wrong but I just realized I haven't posted any of my work up...I know, sad sad tsk tsk. I guess that was half the reason I set up a blog account right lol.
Gosh, I don't even know where to begin...I guess I'll show my more recent work, it's a series I painted last term in my 4th year.
The concept: Politics and Corruption (My first time working with a heavy topic, I don't usually deal with such depressing topics but I wanted to challenge myself and step out of my comfort zone.)
I'll stop yammering now...

Medium: Acrylic, gel medium, charcoal and newspaper on canvas

A Day of Thanks and Giving..

A brief history...

"The first American Thanksgiving probably took place in New England. It was celebrated by the Pilgrim settlers, who established Plymouth Colony in Massachusetts in 1620. The Pilgrims had struggled bravely through a grim winter with much sickness and little food.

The following spring, friendly Indians helped the settlers to plant corn, and in the autumn, the first crop was harvested. Governor William Bradford proclaimed three days of prayer and thanksgiving. The Pilgrims gave a huge feast and invited the Indian Chief, Massosoit, and 90 of his people."

You can read more about its history at this website>http://www.celebratelove.com/thanxhistory.htm

Americans celebrate this day on the last Thursday of November. In Canada, it is celebrated on the second Monday of October. While it has become a widely spread tradition and holiday, I feel it has lost some of its true roots. Yes, families may come together, share a turkey feast and enjoy one another's company, but is that enough? Shouldn't we be thankful for everything we have? Shouldn't we be waking up every morning grateful and not just be thankful once a year? How about telling the people closest to us how much we appreciate everything they do for us? Or inviting those people who can't afford even a meal to come eat with us? How about giving rather than taking? Just a thought.

I just want to express how thankful I am to God for every breath I breathe, for my amazing mother who is the love of my life. For the beautiful, caring friends and family that surround me. For getting me through all life's hell holes and that I am a stronger person today because of that. Also for every basic necessity I do have that would be considered a luxury in other countries.

What are you thankful for?

Led Astray

I wrote this a while back...

Here we are miles apart

Don't know how or why

Just know that it's not the same

Everything's changed

You're in your boat

While I'm in mine

We use to be so close

Tell me how did it come to this

Just wanna let you know

That I miss you so

Use to laugh use to play

Use to share a lovely bond

But now it's gone

Was it me?

What did I say? What did I do?

So you have your issues

The world does too

How long must I wait?

I have no other option

For my love for you is what drives my patience

Longing for you to come to me

Just as you are

All your hurts all your pain

I read it in your eyes

Must you be so stubborn?

Must I pull out the weeds in order to get through?

People notice people talk

Can't you feel the tension?

Do you feel anything?

Wrong crowds dear naive one

We may have our indifferences 

Can't we put them aside?

Stop trying to fly when I can bring the sun down to you

So far away and out of touch

Strangers in our own sphere

You think I won't understand

Just give me a chance 

And I'll prove it to you

Give me your hand

Lend me your trust

I don't just want to have tried

Stop me from believing that you could care less if I died

Broken hearts broken dreams

But despite everything

I just want to see you happy

It seems the world is out to devour young minds

Intimidate young souls

Let me protect you from all the confusion

Don't fall victim

Must I use a special key to unlock the cage to your heart?

Stop fighting I swear not to judge you

Who am I to have that entitlement

Just let me be here for you.